Saw chain grinder info wanted

[ErnieG]

A local saw shops selling this grinder ..anyone know if it's any good and maybe what it's worth ?
Thanks ... Ernie

 

[Philbert]

That’s an old, heavily used, Tecomec / Efco / . . . grinder (sold under a few different brand names). Did I mention “old“ and “heavily used“?

It does have the reversible switch which some guys like. It is missing the clear side guards.

I can get you a brand new one, with three, brand new wheels, for about $220 - shipped. If it is missing any of the wheels, add in at least $20 each. Add another $15 for the dressing brunch and wheel template.

Because of its age, I would not go over $50 complete, and only if I really wanted that one.

Good, clean, newer ones don’t come up that often, but might go for as much as $150. Brand new “clone“ grinders are about $100; not as good quality, but in newer condition.

Philbert

 

[ErnieG]

Thank you for the good information...I think I'm gonna just pass on it .
Ernie

 

[Philbert]

This was $180 a year or so ago. $220 several weeks ago. Increased cost may be partially due to the global shipping problems. This one is not a ‘clone’ / copy.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/383242730198

Philbert

 

[Duce]

I purchased this one, believe it was about $100 less.
Tecomec Chain Grinder / Super Jolly w/hydraulic clamp
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Brand: Stens
Product Code: 700010
Availability: In Stock
Price: $358.59

 

[Farmchuck]

That’s an old, heavily used, Tecomec / Efco / . . . grinder (sold under a few different brand names). Did I mention “old“ and “heavily used“?

It does have the reversible switch which some guys like. It is missing the clear side guards.

I can get you a brand new one, with three, brand new wheels, for about $220 - shipped. If it is missing any of the wheels, add in at least $20 each. Add another $15 for the dressing brunch and wheel template.

Because of its age, I would not go over $50 complete, and only if I really wanted that one.

Good, clean, newer ones don’t come up that often, but might go for as much as $150. Brand new “clone“ grinders are about $100; not as good quality, but in newer condition.

Philbert

Is the $220.00 one reversible? What are the advantages/ disadvantages to a reversible unit? Shorter motor life? Less burring? Thank you.

 

[Philbert]

Reversible motors banned by OSHA, ANSI, etc. if wheel explodes it comes towards the users face.

Some people override this by wiring in their own switches.

Makes a slightly nicer finish on the left side cutters, for the first second or two of cutting.

Philbert

 

[Themick0017]

This was $180 a year or so ago. $220 several weeks ago. Increased cost may be partially due to the global shipping problems. This one is not a ‘clone’ / copy.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/383242730198

Philbert

I might be interested in a tecomec super jolly chainsaw grinder up above. Do you have one in that $220 price point Philbert?

 

[Philbert]

I am not in the grinder business. That link is for one of the key US Tecomec distributors He sells on eBay, and is a good guy to deal with. You can check out his other listings, or send him a question if interested

Philbert