Apparently HiTech acquired the design and rights to make the Glaser screw chucks. This was a long time ago and they were terribly slow about production. I already had bought one from Jerry before he passed but wanted a second one as a spare. I understand HiTech is sometimes difficult to purchase things from, perhaps not returning calls.
However, Alan Lacer carries the screw chuck and usually has them in stock. His price is lower, and he's quite responsive.
No other screw chuck on the market allows such versatility as this chuck. The three different configurations allow for these different base diameters: 1 1/2", 2 1/2" and 31/2". The bases are made with a narrow
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I recently purchased another 1-1/4x8 from him as a spare (or in case a student just has to have one immediately or to loan out. I like to keep two on hand but don't really need three!)
As of last week I believe he was out of stock on the smaller size, 1"x8tpi, after I bought the last one to send to a friend. If someone needs that smaller thread size, give him a call - maybe he'll get more before too long.
I also got one of his diamond slip stones to evaluate after reading about it on this forum. My initial impressions after using it on just a couple of gouges - I think it will be most useful. It's a little coarser grit than a conical diamond hone I use a lot inside the flute on gouges, but it works well.
Diamond hone, diamond slipstone, round edge hone
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Alan is wonderful to deal with - things I ordered were sent out the same day.
JKJ
