03-08-2012, 05:50 PM
(03-08-2012, 05:44 PM)Mayhem Wrote: +1
I prefer the wedge type and got mine from tools4cheap. I was extremely happy with the QCTP and Jeff's service.
I also prefer the wedge type. I started with a Phase II piston type and didn't care for the feel when tightening the tool holder down so I sold that and bought the wedge type. Much better feel to it. That being said, I have a friend who did just the opposite. Bought the wedge style, didn't like the feel, so he bought the piston style and is one happy camper.
My very first QCTP was for my HF 9x20 lathe. It was a Harbor Freight QCTP and the fit and finish were equivalent to a Phase II at the time. It worked very well for me. I'm not sure if the quality of the HF QCTP has changed since it's been years since I had the 9x20 lathe.
Ed