Terry scott told me the proxxon unit was pretty light in the gears and that he had burned 2 of the units up and said he thought the merlin 2 was marginally better by about 30.
Arbortech mini grinder vs merlin.
With additional features and functionality the mini carver is now even better at taking users seamlessly through rough shaping sculpting and sanding stages.
The mini carver is the newest version of the mini grinder taking one of our most popular wood carving tools to the next level.
I agree with the observations about the merlin that it does not live up to expectations based on promised performance buttt i find it extremely valuable for very delicate sanding at slow speeds.
Arbortech has taken one of its most popular woodcarving tools to the next level.
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The mini carver will take users through rough shaping wood carving sc.
Compare the amperage ratings on the two and you will see there is no comparison.
This freehand power carving tool is easy to use.
The arbortech is an angle grinder with an extension and a small wheel attached making it much safer than an ordinary grinder and a bigger disk.
Love my arbortech however i have adapted a 2 king arthur carbide wheel.
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The arbortech mini grinder has 710 watts of power so you can achieve more in less time.
The merlin2 mini angle grinder is built to meet the needs of woodturners and woodcarvers.
With additional features and functionality the mini carver is now even better at taking users through rough shaping sculpting and sanding stages seamlessly.
He recommended the arbortec mini grinder that is much more heavy duty.
Ideal for medium wood removal and detailed carving.
You could argue that the merlin2 still wins in the weight department which at a featherlight 550g is seven times lighter but the mini carver has 7 and a half times more power.
Perfect for burls busts relief carving totem poles and even carving soft stone.