Got a STRINGWAY ML100 Automatic Dropweight ...

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Dez

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In Europe there aren't many quality options available, just about everything is a rebranded made in Taiwan or China machine generally of questionable quality.
So, after weeks of research, asking questions, talking to so called manufacturers (rebranders) and trying some friends low cost stringers...I had a few conversations and email exchanges with Fred at Stringway, he was extremely helpful and answered all my questions quickly and convincingly, so I finally ordered a Stringway ML100 with fixed clamps!

Botton Line: QUALITY!
The machine is solid, made in the Netherlands and it shows! It was a little more expensive than the other options but having received it and strung a few racquets with it, I have to say it's a pleasure to string with! The automatic drop weight makes it sooo easy, 1 drop (constant pull), clamp and you're off to the next string! When you raise the weight and remove the string from the puller, it locks the weight in the up position so no need to drop it and raise it again for the next string...easy and efficient!
It also offers a table lock, I have Prince O3 racquets so this is one of those little features that you really appreciate when stringing for those type of racquets.

GREAT Clamps, rails, racquet support...everything is quality!

I've been very busy with work (Year end) so haven't had too much time with it but have managed to string a few racquets, so I got a good feel for the stringer.
Stringway offers a 10year warranty and I can see why, unless you take a heavy hammer to this thing I can't see much going wrong with it, and that's exactly what I was looking for, a stringer my son (once I teach him) can use efficiently and reliably for years without having problems or having to fix or upgrade this that and the other thing!
Anyone looking for a Solid Drop Weight machine should take a very serious look at Stringway! I believe it's worth the extra money!

It's very late here so I'm heading off but I'll be stinging more over the weekend and trying the CROSS STINGING TOOL so I'll come back and give my thoughts on the tool and the machine.
 
I've checked out their web site and watched their product videos. They look like really nice machines.

If I were in the market for a new machine, I'd definitely check them out.

If only I could come across a used one......
 
Dez said:
In Europe there aren't many quality options available, just about everything is a rebranded made in Taiwan or China machine generally of questionable quality.
So, after weeks of research, asking questions, talking to so called manufacturers (rebranders) and trying some friends low cost stringers...I had a few conversations and email exchanges with Fred at Stringway, he was extremely helpful and answered all my questions quickly and convincingly, so I finally ordered a Stringway ML100 with fixed clamps!

Botton Line: QUALITY!
The machine is solid, made in the Netherlands and it shows! It was a little more expensive than the other options but having received it and strung a few racquets with it, I have to say it's a pleasure to string with! The automatic drop weight makes it sooo easy, 1 drop (constant pull), clamp and you're off to the next string! When you raise the weight and remove the string from the puller, it locks the weight in the up position so no need to drop it and raise it again for the next string...easy and efficient!
It also offers a table lock, I have Prince O3 racquets so this is one of those little features that you really appreciate when stringing for those type of racquets.

GREAT Clamps, rails, racquet support...everything is quality!

I've been very busy with work (Year end) so haven't had too much time with it but have managed to string a few racquets, so I got a good feel for the stringer.
Stringway offers a 10year warranty and I can see why, unless you take a heavy hammer to this thing I can't see much going wrong with it, and that's exactly what I was looking for, a stringer my son (once I teach him) can use efficiently and reliably for years without having problems or having to fix or upgrade this that and the other thing!
Anyone looking for a Solid Drop Weight machine should take a very serious look at Stringway! I believe it's worth the extra money!

It's very late here so I'm heading off but I'll be stinging more over the weekend and trying the CROSS STINGING TOOL so I'll come back and give my thoughts on the tool and the machine.
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It really is a fantastic machine. I own the ML90 w/ fixed clamps. Did you get the T98 or T92?
 
the stringway machine was a serious consideration because of the any drop tension pull. but the price was several hundred (about 3) more than a regular drop weight with fix clamps.

congrats on the new machine, and in a thread like this you must post pics to make everyone uber jealous ;)
 
I returned my ML100 because of several things I did not like:

(1) the freakishly long lever (i.e., tension arm) that does not fold over to the opposite side for simple storage.
(2) the lack of measurement printed on the lever (you have to use a ruler every time you want to set tension)
(3) the need to add a third weight for tension greater than 66 lbs.
 
I am also a happy user of ML100 (with flying clamps, double + triple). It is indeed a very solid, well built machine, that is a pleasure to string with.

I didn't have problems as scotus described - I don't mind long lever (enough place for storage), tension scale can easily be marked on the lever (you can mark it yourself, using a ruler only once) and I don't string over 66lbs (actually I string most of my rackets below 50 lbs) :)
 
sidzej said:
I am also a happy user of ML100 (with flying clamps, double + triple). It is indeed a very solid, well built machine, that is a pleasure to string with.

I didn't have problems as scotus described - I don't mind long lever (enough place for storage), tension scale can easily be marked on the lever (you can mark it yourself, using a ruler only once) and I don't string over 66lbs (actually I string most of my rackets below 50 lbs) :)
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I agree, I used the ruler once, marked the 20Kg through 26Kg(personally I string my racquets and my son's between 22Kg and 25Kg depending on sting type, don't know anybody that strings over 28Kg) on the lever and put the ruler away.
Space isn't an issue for me either.
 
Mansewerz said:
It really is a fantastic machine. I own the ML90 w/ fixed clamps. Did you get the T98 or T92?
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I got the T98, Sting quite comfortably with these double action clamps.

My son will be stinging our racquets and for some of his training partners, to make a little pocket money, so it should be just a few racquets a week.

I imagine having single action clamps with this great Automatic Drop Weight would be fantastic for anyone having a higher volume.
 
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scotus said:
I returned my ML100 because of several things I did not like:

(1) the freakishly long lever (i.e., tension arm) that does not fold over to the opposite side for simple storage.
(2) the lack of measurement printed on the lever (you have to use a ruler every time you want to set tension)
(3) the need to add a third weight for tension greater than 66 lbs.
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One thing I don't get... is Stringway not graduating the bar with units so that the paper ruler is unnecessary.

Perhaps, someone from Stringway can chime and and explain why the bar has no measurements.
 
scotus said:
The picture does not show the full length of the lever.

By the way, I did enjoy the machine except for the three things that I pointed out above. I returned the machine and upgraded to ML200 (? whatever the foot-operated machine is called).
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MS200 Very Nice! You have T98 or T92 clamps? Curious about how the T92 work? Based on what I've experienced so far they must be excellent!

Sorry about the Lever...:oops:. I'll take more pictures this weekend and upload them...Full body shots! :lol:

I assume the lever being so long has something to do with the automatic drop weight probably requiring a little more leverage due to the mechanism or something like that...? In any case, it's not an issue for me.

The fact that the weight units aren't on the lever was a little surprising, I agree it would be nice to have it on the units marked directly on the bar. Anyway not a big deal, I simply marked the bar 20-28KG with marker and that's all.
 
Hi, just a little follow up.

Spoke to Stringway today (yes, on Saturday), I was explained that the Lever is so long due to the mechanism; with a distance from the shaft to the stringclamp of 60 mm, you need that length of bar to get to 30 kg.

The reason they don't engrave this scales around the bar is that they would need to engrave 3 scales (on a round bar) which is quite costly, while the PVC ruler costs a few dollars.

On another note, strung a couple more racquets today, now that I'm getting well acquainted with the machine it's becoming a breeze!
My son strung his first racquet, the ML100 is so straight forward that after a 10min tutorial from Dad, he went off and did it by himself. I helped him with the knots and made him repeat a couple of crosses where he didn't do over under over... , that was it. He didn't have any issues with the weight or clamping (except once at the beginning, he unclamped the wrong clamp an lost tension on the previous strings...beginners mistake). That was it!

Started using the CROSS STINGING TOOL...interesting tool, it's a little tricky at first (it took me a few tries to get it right) but once you get the strings properly set in the comb like thingy (see the video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UoktfpQE4C0), doing the crosses becomes a breeze! No need to bend over to get under the stringbed... basically NO string burn during the weave, and for slow cross weavers such as myself, it actually makes weaving the crosses quicker, easier without missing any weaves. For more experienced weavers it might not make a huge speed improvement but it would make stringing crosses MUCH more comfortable, ESPECIALLY with Polyester strings, and eliminate any string burn.
This Cross Stinging tool isn't very expensive and can be used on with any stringing machine so it would be worth considering for most stringers.
 
Cool music in the video, sounds like Stevie Ray Vaughn. Gotta put that x-string tool on my wishlist.

I'd like to see how the tensioner and automatic dropweight works.
 
scotus said:
I returned my ML100 because of several things I did not like:

(1) the freakishly long lever (i.e., tension arm) that does not fold over to the opposite side for simple storage.
(2) the lack of measurement printed on the lever (you have to use a ruler every time you want to set tension)
(3) the need to add a third weight for tension greater than 66 lbs.
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Out of those three, only #3 would be a problem for me, small one at that (I haven't strung higher than 66 on it (no requests))

but that's just me. Did you find a new machine?
 
Hey,

Is there any need to adjust the tension higher on the mains or crosses when using the cross stringing tool? I read something somewhere on here, but forget

All the Best.
 
Lakers4Life said:
Cool music in the video, sounds like Stevie Ray Vaughn. Gotta put that x-string tool on my wishlist.

I'd like to see how the tensioner and automatic dropweight works.
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GnRFan said:
Hey,

Is there any need to adjust the tension higher on the mains or crosses when using the cross stringing tool? I read something somewhere on here, but forget

All the Best.
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NO, not that I'm aware of...I don't see why that would be necessary, the tool just helps you do the weaving.
 
After lots and lots of reading and youtube-ing.....

I know I want to get my own stringer. I will most likely be stringing rackets from the local club, as well as my own. The owner hates stringing, and I think it's right up my alley.

I've lived long enough to have learned that something such as a stringer is worth getting right the first time. With that in mind, I'm looking at machines that are accurate, easy to use, and give lots of bang for the buck.

The one that seems to fulfill those things is the Stringway ML100 T92. I'm starting to save my pennies, and in a few months will have saved enough to shell out for what I decide upon then. I will continue to read and ask and look and learn, but....this could very well be the machine I go with.

Interested in hearing from any serious naysayers. Interested in positive experiences, also.

Thanks for the thread.

Dave
 
Hey,

Good luck finding naysayers lol. I have been following this board for a bit and have heard nothing really bad. Just great reviews on accuracy, ease of use, and durability.

All the Best,

Cody
 
Today I used the Stringway Cross Stringing Tool again, now that I got the feel for the tool it's a pleasure to string crosses! I shaved over 15minutes on my stinging time just from how much quicker I was able to do the crosses accurately. Any of you use the tool?
 
I also have a ML100 and am very pleased with it. Its the same as the OP's - ML100 with fixed double action clamps. A+.
 
stoble said:
I also have a ML100 and am very pleased with it. Its the same as the OP's - ML100 with fixed double action clamps. A+.
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Thanks for the feedback stoble.

Great to see that those of you who have had the machine for a longer time are still very happy with it.
 
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