Meat Grinder Recommendation

[Winterrider]

Found this one which is slightly cheaper and likely more suited for my limited use:
https://www.ebay.com/p/Electric-Mea...el-Heavy-Duty-22/17004662489?iid=263948277625

Advertised as 1100watt, read down further 850 watt ???

 

[DIYerDave]

Find an old Enterprise #32 and put a motor on it. Heavy duty and will last your lifetime. That's what I use. Works great and parts are still available.

 

[zwiller]

Have no opinions on grinders yet, but Marianski says to spend your money on a good stuffer first. Santa got me a $20 plastic grinder last year it and it works well for small 8lb butt size runs. Doubt I will upgrade for awhile.

 

[smokininthegarden]

Thanks, like the all SS design.

Found this one which is slightly cheaper and likely more suited for my limited use:
https://www.ebay.com/p/Electric-Mea...el-Heavy-Duty-22/17004662489?iid=263948277625

That is the same grinder as the one I have, there are several sellers on eBay that sell them.
So search around you may find one even cheaper.
They are all stainless steel construction, even the motor housing is SS. I think you would be
Pleased with the performance of these grinders.

Cal

 

[mosparky]

Its does look like a PITA to remove the neck for a proper and complete cleaning. I need to investigate further to see if it has metal gears, if it is geared at all.

 

[smokininthegarden]

Hi, not really a PITA, it has 6 bolts holding the grinder assembly,
I only use 3, I keep a 10 mm wrench in my kitchen cupboard, it takes
maybe 2 to 3 min. to attach or detach the assembly. Of the half dozen
or so grinders I have owned this is by far the best.

Anyway, just my thoughts.

Cal

 

[mosparky]

I found same grinder on Amazon and read every review and question. By all appearances it is a great deal. I very well may talk myself into this one. Wish it had a beaner or wagon wheel plate.

 

[mosparky]

I'm confused. The ad seems to indicate it is a #22 size grinder, but read the specs and it says the plates are 2 3/4 dia, which is #12 size. Is it a 12 or 22.
Loosing points on my list, I don't like misleading info.

 

[smokininthegarden]

I see your concern, that is a little confusing. Could just be ebayers who like to put
anything in their ads to attract buyers. My grinder is definitely a #22.

Cal

 

[johngolf01]

This is harder than buying a car....

Here is my current favorite...

LEM Mighty Bite No. 8

https://www.homedepot.com/p/LEM-Mig...VCSaGCh2pwQt-EAkYDyABEgJURvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

 

[smokininthegarden]

What you buy is of course your choice but that grinder is only a size 8, very small
and slow grinding speed, and is aluminum construction.

Again your choice.

 

[johngolf01]

What you buy is of course your choice but that grinder is only a size 8, very small
and slow grinding speed, and is aluminum construction.

Again your choice.

Didn't catch the aluminum ....dislike.
Maybe I'll just pick up the kitchen aid attachment to start and go from there.

 

[johngolf01]

I'm confused. The ad seems to indicate it is a #22 size grinder, but read the specs and it says the plates are 2 3/4 dia, which is #12 size. Is it a 12 or 22.
Loosing points on my list, I don't like misleading info.

Which one is your favorite right now?

 

[JckDanls 07]

I suggest the Cabelas commercial grinder.. I have the 1/2 hp and it's a brute.. can't feed it fast enough ... and you can get attachments for it...

https://www.cabelas.com/browse.cmd?categoryId=734095080&CQ_search=grinders&CQ_zstype=REG

 

[indaswamp]

Whichever you choose, I always recommend getting one a little bigger than you will need because the extra power is insurance for a long life of service.

 

[mosparky]

Kinda torn between 4. The STX you started with, it's little brother STX Turbo Force 3000, Sausagemaker has a re-branded Kitchener for $149 And now this one. If it truely is a 22 size, it is the front runner.

 

[indaswamp]

I have the 3/4hp. big bite #12 from LEM. We process 8~10 deer and 10~12 hogs a year with it....can't slow it down.

 

[mosparky]

Whichever you choose, I always recommend getting one a little bigger than you will need because the extra power is insurance for a long life of service.

Good point. Kinda thought about the the fact it is a bit bigger and more powerful than what I can see myself ever needing. But this hobby has a way of expanding.

 

[old sarge]

You might want to look here for some ideas:

https://www.homedepot.com/b/Applian...ers-Slicers/Meat-Grinder/N-5yc1vZc68pZ1z0vmqd

 

[indaswamp]

I also recommend getting one with metal gears.....and a housing construction that makes lubricating easy to do....