I've been debating for some time now about the different lathes that Chris offers. I understand that you can take components and 'build' a cue with the Mid-sized, and that is something that neither Micro will do. I was hoping to get a better understanding of the limitations of each lathe and cruised Chris's website, but I haven't really been able to determine the difference between the Micro II and Micro III other than the size.
The Micro II and Micro III specials are $100 apart ($1200 and $1300) and the mid-sized comes in at $1395. It seems that each of these comes with the same accessories:
1) Other than the ability to 'assemble cues', is there any difference between the Mid and the Micros (besides size)?
2) Is the only difference between the Micro II and Micro III size?
3) Is there really any reason NOT to get the Mid-size?
Lastly, I see that there are a lot of accessories (larger spindle bore, 60° live center, power feed, etc). I assume that these are special purpose accessories, otherwise Chris would have included them in the packages.
4) What extra functionality do these accessories provide?
5) I guess I should also what other accessories I should get up front, rather than wait until I need them (e.g., stuff to put on ferrules, joints, etc.)
Thanks!
Thomas <- my dad always told me, "there are no stupid questions, just stupid people trying to ask good ones" Doh!
The Micro II and Micro III specials are $100 apart ($1200 and $1300) and the mid-sized comes in at $1395. It seems that each of these comes with the same accessories:
the lathe, bed extension, house cue/joint work steady rest with collets, wrap motor, lathe pins, concaved live center, drill chuck, video and 8oz Sealer, 8 oz Cleaner & Cue Wax
1) Other than the ability to 'assemble cues', is there any difference between the Mid and the Micros (besides size)?
2) Is the only difference between the Micro II and Micro III size?
3) Is there really any reason NOT to get the Mid-size?
Lastly, I see that there are a lot of accessories (larger spindle bore, 60° live center, power feed, etc). I assume that these are special purpose accessories, otherwise Chris would have included them in the packages.
4) What extra functionality do these accessories provide?
5) I guess I should also what other accessories I should get up front, rather than wait until I need them (e.g., stuff to put on ferrules, joints, etc.)
Thanks!
Thomas <- my dad always told me, "there are no stupid questions, just stupid people trying to ask good ones" Doh!
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. Wish I could afford It. The fifty shafts are a nice bonus also, and could pay for It over time.
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