Mugs, I don't think most people realize the number and extent of the improvements to the Tormek. I bought an earlier version of what would become the BGM-100. It had the two slots, but only one tightening screw. The double locking screws are a real improvement. The adjustable metal bracket seems another improvement over making a wooden block. The block would certainly work, but the new metal bracket is quick and easy.
I believe the Universal Support Bar has undergone several improvements over the years.
The EZYlock shaft is certainly an improvement over the older, especially the non stainless steel shafts.
With Ionut's help, I purchased one of the older plane and chisel jigs through Big Bear. (It can handle a large Ashley Iles mortising chisel, which the newer SE-76 can't. The newer jig is generally a real improvement.) I was pleased with the service.
Keep us posted.
Ken
I believe the Universal Support Bar has undergone several improvements over the years.
The EZYlock shaft is certainly an improvement over the older, especially the non stainless steel shafts.
With Ionut's help, I purchased one of the older plane and chisel jigs through Big Bear. (It can handle a large Ashley Iles mortising chisel, which the newer SE-76 can't. The newer jig is generally a real improvement.) I was pleased with the service.
Keep us posted.
Ken