In article 76a4c976.0407041616.2a23af46
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Can anyone who can shed some light on this, esp. how much torque is
considered normal for a good, new 8" chuck?

You should be able to spin the chuck wrench easily with
your index finger. I have a 6" Bison 6-jaw (purchased from
Enco) and a 6" Buck 3-jaw; I'd be hard pressed to find
fault with either.

I'd ask Enco to unpack and check the next chuck before
shipping it to you.

Ned Simmons