Atlas Levy skiver

[ArtD]

I’m looking to buy a bell skiver. The Atlas Levy model is $685 less than the Techsew model, shipping included. Any reason I shouldn’t save $685? Does Techsew add any value to the machine worth noting?

Thanks,

Art

[Arturomex]

 

I think most of these Chinese made bell skivers are pretty much the same. I bought an SK4 a few years ago and I'm happy with it. Good, sturdy table, good motor and everything works well. At that time it was the best deal I could find in Canada. But I had to pay for shipping across the country and that was pricey.

Looking at the Atlas Levy site they list their AT801 at $1050.00 US for the head only with the option to add a table and servo for and extra $150.00, so $1200.00 US. I don't know if the free shipping also applies to the package with the table and motor but the little blue banner still flashed "Free Shipping" after adding the table and motor option so it looks like it does.

Techsew has pricing in both US and CDN dollars and The Techsew SK4 is listed at $1495.00 US for a difference of $295.00 US but I think there would be shipping on top of that.

I'd inquire about what else is included with the AT801 like presser feet etc. The SK4 ships with three feet, a stick to remove the burr after sharpening etc.

If the AT801 includes those, it looks like a pretty good deal.

Regards,

Art

Edited November 10 by Arturomex

[kgg]

2 hours ago, ArtD said:

I’m looking to buy a bell skiver.

You may want to check to see if you choose:

i) the Techsew machine is there any US duty fees / brokerage fees to be added to the cost when importing it into the US??

ii) the Atlas Levy machine is there any State or State to State taxes??

I would call both vendors to see which one meets your needs and who you feel is going to give you the best customer service. If the dollars are the driving factor you may want to consider importing one from Taiwan or China directly.

kgg