Wilton 17205 8-Inch Bench Grinder

by Wilton

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The Wilton 8-inch bench grinder features a powerful 1 horsepower motor for speedy material removal, plus adjustable tool rests that help you keep your workpiece steady and under control. Its adjustable light illuminates your work area, and the eye shields provide perfectly clear viewing of your grinding operation. Its heavy-duty metal base increases durability and stability, and the rubber feet dampen vibration. The 17205 also features an on/off rocker switch and an aluminum oxide grinding wheel (included) -- 8 by 3/4 inches with a 1/2-inch arbor. This machine operates at 3,450 rpm.

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Top - end Wilton 8" Premium Bench Grinder. SAVE BIG! Easily deburr stock and sharpen tools! Get this professional-grade workhorse that normally retails for $170.00! Now, BIG BUCKS OFF due to shrewd negotiations. 1-hp, 5 amp motor produces 3,450 rpm (no-load speed); Permanently lubricated ball bearing motor; Adjustable, locking tool rests; Flex-head, adjustable light; Heavy cast base, motor; Rubber vibration dampening feet; Easily adjustable eye shields; Includes 2 grinding wheels (a medium / fine 60-grit and a medium coarse 36-grit); 6' grounded cord. Weighs 42 lbs., 5 ozs. Act Now! Wilton 8" Bench Grinder

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Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 44 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B00062NERS
• Item model number: 17205
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #218,252 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #82 in Home Improvement > Power & Hand Tools > Power Tools > Grinders > Bench Grinders

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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Powerful, December 2, 2007

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Nuke (Idaho Falls) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Wilton 17205 8-Inch Bench Grinder (Tools & Home Improvement)

I bought the Wilton because of the 1 hP motor, and I was not disappointed.

The installation was simple. The shields went on easily. The base has only two bolt holes, but they are directly beneath the housing. So it's a little difficult to get the holes drilled and wrenches on the screws. But that's a very minor problem.

One other minor thing is that the mounting feet lift the base about 3/8-inch off the bench. This provides good isolation to minimize noise and vibration. But it's just enough room for pencils, drill bits, screws, and other small rolling items to get lost underneath.

So far, I have used it only once. It really is strong, and it quickly sharpened 3 lawnmower blades. The light worked fine. Everything seems to be high quality and well built.

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Wilton 1 hp grinder, NOT, December 23, 2007

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Kai M Klemm - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Wilton 17205 8-Inch Bench Grinder (Tools & Home Improvement)

I bought the Wilton i hp grinder because of the price and the great Wilton name.
The grinder seems OK, vibrates a bit more than i would like but that seems to be the fault of the grinding wheels themselves.
However, this is NOT a 1 hp grinder. My grinder said 5 amps not 7 and so can only be, at most, 1/2 hp.
Needless to say, I was not happy with the misrepresentation.
K. Klemm
Sharon Springs NY

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good power for the price., March 3, 2008

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Lowell C. Crabb "Buster" (Iowa) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Wilton 17205 8-Inch Bench Grinder (Tools & Home Improvement)

I tried the cheap grinders 1st but they wouldn't even start when I put a wire brush on one end. This one starts right up and has plenty of metal grinding power.
Two slight detractions, the work light is not very bright, and the tool rests are very light, barely adequate.