I've always heard the wedge type was a little more stout but I have the
piston type stup on one of my lathes and never have had any problems. For
cue making there just isn't much strain put on the machinery. I have the
next size larger set-up on my lathe, I believe it is for the 13" to 16"
lathe but it works fine.
Dick

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cinti. oh.
"Bruno" wrote in message
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Enco is a part of MSC so if the price is OK, buy from Enco. MSC won't
mind.


(Cuezilla) wrote:

I am going to treat myself to a quick change tool post for my 13 inch
Sheldon. I was looking at the Enco catalog and they have the Phase 11
for $109. and $199.00 One is a piston type and the other wedge. Is
there a difference that should make me spend the extra money? Should I
not even be looking the these and go for something higher quality?
Really look forward to some input before making the purchase. Also
they come in a package with the main post and 5 holders. Is the
assortment any good or should I see if I can buy the post, (I saw some
on ebay) and then buy the holders I want. I know I will probably need
more then what it comes with. Is Enco a pretty good place to buy? I
live about 15 minutes from MSC and they have them but they are a bit
more there for the same thing. Enco's price is a sale price though.
Thanks