I was about to make this EXACT POST!!!!! Fucking CRAZY!!!!!!!
Strange, my biggest complaint from my old grinder was how it would get gunked up with resin and stop turning. I haven't had this issue with my SCS at all.I was about to make this EXACT POST!!!!! Fucking CRAZY!!!!!!!
What is this? Can I use chapstick/Burtsbees/vaseline on the sides and how often should I apply it? I also have access to silicone caulk could that be used?
I do this, but the sides do tend to get gunked up to the point where its hard to turn. I then use this technique and its no longer a problem, however on grinders that are much less expensive I have never had that problem.
fixed this added burts bees chap stick to the top piece it worked great!
SC and SCS have the best appearance, as far as no burrs from manufacturing. I've had two Mendo's and they were awful for getting a fine grind. Unless they've changed the tooth design from that 'cutting only' style, I wouldn't consider that brand. The diamond shaped teeth on the SC will cut easier, while the SCS has more cutting edges. Either brand is great in a 2 pc. design, but if you're looking for a 4 pc., they're all overpriced IMO. I'm in the minority for not being on the SC/SCS bandwagon, but I've used way too many different brands to ever be convinced that spending that much for a 4 pc. grinder is worth it. Cheaper brands don't have the same perfection in finish, but a few burrs make no difference in actual use, and all the brand names use high quality aluminum and 100% CNC manufacturing these days. I've been using an under $20 4 pc. for years. The days of having to spend a lot for a good 4 pc. grinder are long gone. OTOH I wouldn't buy one from the local convenience store, and head shop prices are probably not too good either.
