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bartfrncs
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Whats the verdict on the gunsmith lathe by grizzly? 
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wnroscoe
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Some love it, some dont. I have the G4003G and like it very much. I've built several rifles for myself with it and all have shot extremely well.
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sakomeister
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They must be in high demand -You better order one they are usually sold out delivery time sketchy as well . (ive been trying to get one for awhile) John
They must be in high demand -You better order one they are usually sold out delivery time sketchy as well . (ive been trying to get one for awhile) John
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lilguy
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For what you are spending and doing they are ok. If I had the room and the dollars I would have upgraded to at least a larger Tiwanese machine. The same folks that build these machines send us poisoned food and toys. We buy these machines because of price and Grizzlys customer service, 2nd to none.
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mpatti
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I have just started making my own barrels as a hobby and have much to learn. But for what is worth, I picked up a 4003G and it seems like a tight machine that puts out a good barrel. I had motor problems twice within about 6 months with very low hours on the machine. The first time they fixed it, the second they provided me with a new motor. I am very skeptical of Grizzly's motors but so far they have stood behind their product and have great customer service
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aleaddict
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I recently found an 11x36 Rockwell lathe in excellent condition. It came with a taper attachment, steady rest, collet closer, QC tool post and holders, 3- and 4-jaw chucks, plus a Themac precision tool post grinder! Cost was $1500.
My advise to anyone looking for a lathe is to watch the auction sites and craigslist. You will be surprised what you'll find if you have the patience.
My advise to anyone looking for a lathe is to watch the auction sites and craigslist. You will be surprised what you'll find if you have the patience.
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Louis Boyd
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Used lathes - more for your money.
With so much manufacturing going overseas the price of quality used US made lathes is pretty reasonable. I recently bought an 18x56 Lodge and Shipley (a 4 ton beast) for $3600 including 1000 pounds of chucks and tooling.
I still had to give money to Asia, $2000 for a 20 HP 240 single phase --> 240V@60A 3ph VFD to power it. I build astronomical research instruments in my shop. Gunsmithing is just a hobby.
With so much manufacturing going overseas the price of quality used US made lathes is pretty reasonable. I recently bought an 18x56 Lodge and Shipley (a 4 ton beast) for $3600 including 1000 pounds of chucks and tooling.
I still had to give money to Asia, $2000 for a 20 HP 240 single phase --> 240V@60A 3ph VFD to power it. I build astronomical research instruments in my shop. Gunsmithing is just a hobby.