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[Scotchmon]

I’ve owned two grinders both from ameribrade.

The 2x48 variable speed grinder which is a fantastic entry level grinder. The work rest left much to be desired however they now have an upgrade available for a much better work rest add on. The only other draw back is the more limited availability of abrasives. You could get anything you want but you’d have to special order it and meet minimum quantities.

Next up 2x72 ameribrade mastery package.

What a fantastic grinder I have nothing negative to say about the grinder. The only thing I don’t care for is the accessories are meant to be stored on the pedestal stand but when they’re there they get covered in dust and metal shards.

Ameribrade has always had excellent customer service. I’ve needed to call them before and I ask them questions quite regularly on Instagram.

I’m on the fence on whether or not to purchase the mastery package and the included pedestal. I like the idea of mobility but I’m not keen on the idea of storing the accessories on it for the reason you stated.
Any ideas about where it is best to mount if on a bench? Edge? Corner?
I do have a Grizzly 1015 and a Grizzly 2x42 with the Contender Mods, including the small wheel attachment so I’m thinking maybe it would be redundant to also have that option on the 2x72.
If I knew then what I think I know now, I would have bought the Ameribrade long ago.
It’s a fair chunk of change, but what isn’t these days?

 

[Thescrawnylumberjack]

I’m on the fence on whether or not to purchase the mastery package and the included pedestal. I like the idea of mobility but I’m not keen on the idea of storing the accessories on it for the reason you stated.
Any ideas about where it is best to mount if on a bench? Edge? Corner?
I do have a Grizzly 1015 and a Grizzly 2x42 with the Contender Mods, including the small wheel attachment so I’m thinking maybe it would be redundant to also have that option on the 2x72.
If I knew then what I think I know now, I would have bought the Ameribrade long ago.
It’s a fair chunk of change, but what isn’t these days?

I have the stand only because I don’t want to take up space on my bench. It has wheels but I have very little intent to move it.

As for where to mount it I would say if you have the clearance to mount it on the end of the bench I’d do that. Just make sure you have the space to tip it horizontal.

Having access to more power than my 2x48 and more abrasives really sealed the deal for me.