Ann Semple on mon 9 aug 04
Sheridan
I got the Thomas Stuart Pro three years ago when I moved out to B.C. and
left all my studio equipment back in Ontario. Believe me it is an awesome
wheel. There is/was no way I need(ed) all that power either, but I figured
I'd rather have more than I need than less and one day I may try making the
BIG big pots it can handle.
In the meantime, the speed is adjustable, and you can reset it to what
suits you best - try out different settings to see. The weight of the wheel
means it isn't skittering over the floor if you happen to push down and back
when compressing instead of down. It also gives you a sense of permanence
with the wheel - it is so well built it will probably last longer than I
will.
The extra length in the legs is only a problem if you don't have a wood
block or two hanging around to put under your non pedal foot. I have just
about the shortest legs I've ever seen and I use a piece of 4 x 4 under my
left foot.
Whatever the reason for the retailers advising a lighter model, the
heat/wear situation does not figure into this motor. That is not a problem
with the wheel I got at least, and it isn't unreasonable to assume all
motors in that series are more or less the same.
I remember reading a post on Clayart back when I was setting up here (or
before) suggesting we get the best equipment we can afford - and I took that
advice with my wheel and pugger (Peter Pugger VPM30).
I have no regrets whatsoever. I only wish I hadn't allowed the local
retailer to talk me out of my kiln choice.
You won't regret getting the Thomas Stuart Pro if you make that decision.
(I have no connection to Thomas Stuart Wheels other than the fact that I own
one)
Good luck
Ann
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