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Phil Wood

All in one action...except when long threading.

Though not advertised or supported, Phil Wood can do 2.6 mm (105 guage) as well. (I do it about every other week...)

Long threading accomplished by cutting...stopping...placing spoke end 2mm in directly against back of cutter...then rolling.

Machine is built of high quality, very heavy gear metal - except for spring and pivot bearing - the thing will not break. Period! It is a true multi-user shop environment tool.

(Was trained by the original Spoke Machine point-man Bernie...who left right when PW changed ownership...)


=8-)


Only downside I have is that with galvanized and powder coat spokes - upper die has to be wiped and oiled every 4-6 spokes. Dies are horizontal thereby a little buildup occurs requiring frequent cleaning. It's a two finger and rag operation done in 1-2 seconds...so not really a hassle.
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