I currently have a Gamma Progression II 200 stringing machine (dropweight with 2 point mount) and I am looking to upgrade to a 6 point crank machine to increase accuracy and speed of the string job. I'd really like a an electric tension head like the Wise2086 or something similar that Pro's Pro produce, however the cost is prohibitive. I am thinking if I upgrade to a good crank machine I can upgrade the tension head later.
I am based in the UK and after Brexit it seems my options for a stringing machine are limited compared to what I have seen across the pond in the USA and across the channel in the EU.
I am currently looking at the Pro's Pro Pioneer 1, it is sold by a UK retailer and can be bought for £750, it is probably more than I'd like to spend but if this is a good machine that will last then it is worth investing in. I understand that there have been worries in the past about the clamps but this seems to have been fixed as diamond dusted 5 tooth clamps are included. I also like that the base clamps have a quick release which should decrease stringing time. My worry with this machine is that it is a Pro's Pro, it seems to be a generic stringing machine (i have basically seen the same one with different brand names all over the internet) and Pro's Pro do not have the best reputation for quality.
The other option is the Gamma Progression ST II, this is availab for £950 which is quite a bit more than the Pro's Pro. The base clams are not quick release so I'd be paying more for fewer features. I do understand that Gamma hae a good reputation but is it really worth the extra £200?
The third option is to get the Gamma Progression ST II second hand, I have found this available for roughly £500. It is a bit worn out but is apparently in working condition.
Any advice on the above? Are there any other machines I should consider at this price point?
I am based in the UK and after Brexit it seems my options for a stringing machine are limited compared to what I have seen across the pond in the USA and across the channel in the EU.
I am currently looking at the Pro's Pro Pioneer 1, it is sold by a UK retailer and can be bought for £750, it is probably more than I'd like to spend but if this is a good machine that will last then it is worth investing in. I understand that there have been worries in the past about the clamps but this seems to have been fixed as diamond dusted 5 tooth clamps are included. I also like that the base clamps have a quick release which should decrease stringing time. My worry with this machine is that it is a Pro's Pro, it seems to be a generic stringing machine (i have basically seen the same one with different brand names all over the internet) and Pro's Pro do not have the best reputation for quality.
The other option is the Gamma Progression ST II, this is availab for £950 which is quite a bit more than the Pro's Pro. The base clams are not quick release so I'd be paying more for fewer features. I do understand that Gamma hae a good reputation but is it really worth the extra £200?
The third option is to get the Gamma Progression ST II second hand, I have found this available for roughly £500. It is a bit worn out but is apparently in working condition.
Any advice on the above? Are there any other machines I should consider at this price point?
