Full Version: GTX-Universal Pantograph(s)
From: Ruben (QUIEROLEARN) [#7]
25 Mar 2007
To: Stunt Engraver (DGL) [#6] 25 Mar 2007
David,
thank you for the update, what's the difference between the two?
which one is better for my purposes?
Ruben
From: Stunt Engraver (DGL) [#8]
25 Mar 2007
To: Ruben (QUIEROLEARN) [#7] 25 Mar 2007
Ruben,
The GTX Universal is the one you'll want.
The ability to engrave up to 18" platters and up to 15" diameter bowls, not only sets it apart from smaller pantographs (The Super is smaller) but will enable you to engrave objects the majority of state-of-the-art computerized systems can't touch.
As much emphasis as I put on the Universal's ability to engrave large objects, it's also capable of engraving small pieces of jewelry etc.
Before I can put my seal of approval on this machine, as something I'd recommend buying, I want to make sure it comes with a sufficient supply of jigs and type.
Otherwise, those accessories will be expensive to buy (unless they can be found used) and that will play a serious role, in what a "reasonable offer" should be.
EDITED: 25 Mar 2007 by DGL
From: Ruben (QUIEROLEARN) [#9]
25 Mar 2007
To: Stunt Engraver (DGL) [#8] 25 Mar 2007
David,
I'll be waiting. Thank you
Ruben
From: Stunt Engraver (DGL) [#10]
25 Mar 2007
To: Ruben (QUIEROLEARN) [#9] 25 Mar 2007
If you buy the machine, I know someone who can provide some training. :-)
From: Mike (MIKEN) [#11]
25 Mar 2007
To: Stunt Engraver (DGL) [#10] 25 Mar 2007
I'm pretty sure I can find a student if you're planning a trip to St. Louis.
From: Ruben (QUIEROLEARN) [#12]
25 Mar 2007
To: Stunt Engraver (DGL) [#10] 25 Mar 2007
David,
which I think that is one of the reasons why I'll be buying it, :P
Ruben
From: Stunt Engraver (DGL) [#13]
25 Mar 2007
To: Mike (MIKEN) [#11] 26 Mar 2007
Mike,
Who knows? Never been to St. Louis. :-)
I get enough odd jobs, some of which are only (or best) engravable by pantograph, so I'll be sure to come up with tutorials along the way.
Ruben's in a good position, since he's located in SoCal. We're always looking for a good reason to get together. Test driving a pantograph sounds like as good a reason as any.
EDITED: 25 Mar 2007 by DGL