Weaver Strap Edgers

[AndyL1]

Hey all,

I'm considering buying a Weaver EZ Strap edger. Either the one that trims all four corners at once or the far less expensive machine that does two at a time.

Has anyone had experience with either and possibly recommend which one I should get? The four blade model is quite expensive compared to the two. I don't know if the extra cost is justified.

Thanks for any input!

 

[bikermutt07]

I looked into them just out of curiosity, myself.

I think volume would dictate which one to get. 10 belts a week or 100.

[Sonydaze]

I can't speak about the one that does all four edges at once but have owned the lesser expensive one for a couple of years.  It is simple to use and works well.  I think the only difference is that I have to pull the belt or strap through twice. Not a big difference unless you are doing a lot of volume. You can pull a hide length belt though in a few seconds.

[TSes]

We use the bigger model in our shop. It works very well, and is easy to use. We usually make 40 to 60 belts at a time, so the time savings is tremendous, and that justifies the high cost. I've not used the smaller version, but I'm sure it works just as well. If you're only doing a few belts at a time, that's probably the way to go.

[JerseyFirefighter]

I have the four sided one and do batches of 25-35 60"+ straps and 25-35 14" straps at once. If you are doing or plan to do volume the extra money is worth it without question. If you are only doing a few belts, straps, or collars here or there the 2 sided one should work just fine. 

[Big Sioux Saddlery]

I bought the more expensive one a couple years ago when they came on sale at Weaver.  The first day I used it, I wished I'd bought it twenty years ago.  My hands would be in better shape and the time saved pays for the machine in short order if doing lots of strap goods, plus it does such a nice job.  For myself, I wouldn't even consider the one that only does two corners. Time is money.

[AndyL1]

Thanks all for the insight! I'm leaning towards the more expensive one at the moment. I understand it's less expensive buying through Weaver with a wholesale account.

[Mark842]

I also second the EZ edger. If your doing lots of belts, straps, rifle, etc. It will save you a ton of time and the blades last forever. One of the best bench top small tools I ever purchased. Wholesale on it is currently $875

[Big Sioux Saddlery]

2 hours ago, AndyL1 said:

Thanks all for the insight! I'm leaning towards the more expensive one at the moment. I understand it's less expensive buying through Weaver with a wholesale account.

Yes, and I guess Mark answered that one for you. I think I got it for around $600 when it came on sale.  And I agree with him, one of the best bench machines I ever spent money on. You couldn't pry it away from me now. 

[AndyL1]

20 hours ago, Big Sioux Saddlery said:

Yes, and I guess Mark answered that one for you. I think I got it for around $600 when it came on sale.  And I agree with him, one of the best bench machines I ever spent money on. You couldn't pry it away from me now. 

$600 is a steal! I think I could get by with the less $$ one for now but would probably grow out of it quick. Have you sent in the blades for sharpening at all? If so, is the turnaround fairly quick?