Hobart grinder help

doohop65

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• Dec 9, 2014

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Need help guys. Is this grinder worth 400 bucks or do I buy a new one from lem or cabelas. Looks old but I know hobart makes good stuff. Want to get into sausage and need some decent but not awesome equipment.

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My hobart is maybe 60 years old? Works great. Mine is green but looks the same.

 

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Doohop65,

It's one heck of a lot older than my 1-1/2 horse Hobart and much smaller. I would call Hobart first and ask if they even carry parts or service such an antique as that before you buy it.

I gave $375 for mine used but in very good condition. AND.... I can still get parts if necessary. Be patient, there are GOOD deals out there if you wait.  

SMB

 

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I would get the LEM for $399..... No brainer....



I have the Kitchener #12 for $100.... been using it for 3 years or so... at this rate, it's free so to speak... doesn't owe me anything... If it breaks, $100 for another 3+ years.. maybe 5+ or 10+ years service...

 

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I'm with Dave on this one.  We used Hobart grinders when I was still working [the very large commercial ones].  They were good grinders.  However that one you have is old and in my opinion not worth $400.  Get a new one for $400 as Dave said or check Cabelas and see what they have in deals on a grinder for $400.  You will be happy with those and think about a 5 pound vertical stuffer as well for around $100 to $125.00.  Reinhard

 

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I have a 1 1/2 HP grinder from cabelas($ 600 way back when ) and  I would have loved to have got a Hobart for 400. Its not a bad deal at all !

 

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I have a 1 hp Cabelas grinder ....... no regrets !!!!

 

doohop65

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• Dec 10, 2014

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Thanks for the help guys. Based on this unofficial poll I will opt for a newer lem/cabelas grinder.

Been smoking a couple years now and ready for sausage and snack sticks. Grinder needs to be purchased. Hope the wife doesn't mind.

 

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Doohop65 said:

Thanks for the help guys. Based on this unofficial poll I will opt for a newer lem/cabelas grinder.

Been smoking a couple years now and ready for sausage and snack sticks. Grinder needs to be purchased. Hope the wife doesn't mi

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First comes the grinder and then you'll realize its easier to stuff with a real stuffer instead of the grinder Soooo then comes a stuffer, its' a vicious cycle !