Byrd Shelix Cutterheads

[Dibs-h]

Has anyone got\used one? From reading up on them the difference in noise is significant - not to mention getting a nick doesn't mean replacing\re-sharpening a blade.

 

[Mr Ed]

I've read good things about them, but don't know of any UK stockists.

Ed

 

[Max Power]

Haven't heard of anyone over here having them ,but they always get good reports from the states, should imagine they would be fairly expensive as a retro fit though.

 

[Dibs-h]

http://www.holbren.com/byrd-shelix-heads/

$475-$£1000 seems to be about the region for a 12" head with bearings, etc.

Might make some inquiries about the Lorum as it isn't listed. If it costs somewhere in the middle of that price range, I wouldn't be averse to getting one especially if the noise levels are significantly reduced.

 

[OPJ]

I think Doug B was looking in at buying one of these for his planer, a few months back now. I can't remember hearing that he actually went through with it, though...?

 

[houtslager]

I've looked into getting one for my antique L'Invincible older version of the SCM 35cm thicknessser - qouted $1100 all in with S&H

 

[wizer]

I think it's one of them things that we'll have to wait a few years for the price to drop.

 

[jasonB]

Someone on here was supposed to be testing a copy that a friend was looking to produce, can't recall who though.

Edit, was this thread
https://www.ukworkshop.co.uk/forums/view ... ght=shelix

Jason