randall844
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Amazon is running a $50 rebate on the Delta Midi lathe, making the after rebate price $220. I assume this would include free shipping.
Is there any reason I should hold out for the Jet Mini?
Keep in mind that I would go with the non-VS model either way because I feel the induction motor would be more likely to hold up over the long haul and the scr motor controller in the VS version is just something else to go bad.
In looking at both models, the Delta looks to be light years ahead in moving the belts to change speeds. Also, there is a Jet/Wilton warehouse a few miles down the road from me, giving Jet a physical Tennessee presence, so I'd probably pay sales tax on the Jet besides paying $60 more for the lathe.
On the other hand, the Jet appears to weigh more (better!) and has a slightly higher top speed. It also seems to be highly thought of on this forum. I guess my question is, does anyone believe the Jet is good enough to offset a $60 or $70 price difference and less convenient speed changes?
Is there any reason I should hold out for the Jet Mini?
Keep in mind that I would go with the non-VS model either way because I feel the induction motor would be more likely to hold up over the long haul and the scr motor controller in the VS version is just something else to go bad.
In looking at both models, the Delta looks to be light years ahead in moving the belts to change speeds. Also, there is a Jet/Wilton warehouse a few miles down the road from me, giving Jet a physical Tennessee presence, so I'd probably pay sales tax on the Jet besides paying $60 more for the lathe.
On the other hand, the Jet appears to weigh more (better!) and has a slightly higher top speed. It also seems to be highly thought of on this forum. I guess my question is, does anyone believe the Jet is good enough to offset a $60 or $70 price difference and less convenient speed changes?