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Lampwork => Common Problems => Topic started by: bucksbeadie on August 07, 2015, 09:06:27 AM

Title: torch assistant
Post by: bucksbeadie on August 07, 2015, 09:06:27 AM
Has anyone used the new torch assistant that tuffnells have in stock. I like the positioning of the arm rests for when you need them, but can't work out if they will get in the way when you don't. They seem to be quite new as I can't find any reviews on the internet  :)
Title: Re: torch assistant
Post by: Trudi on August 07, 2015, 01:23:39 PM
I think that these were made especially for Tuffnells ... I haven't used one so can't comment. Why not try contacting Martin?
Title: Re: torch assistant
Post by: bucksbeadie on August 07, 2015, 11:18:34 PM
Thanks Truck I didn't realise they were so specific to tuffnells. I will have to get in contact
Title: Re: torch assistant
Post by: richardnash666 on August 08, 2015, 12:18:04 PM
I have one and don't find that the arms get in the way when I don't need them, but are very comfortable to use. Have found that my shoulders don't ache much anymore when making beads. The marver on the top is very handy.

My wife decided to buy one for me at flame off. And have to say is worth every penny.

I have drilled holes in the bas to secure my Alpha burner to my wooden bench so it wont move rather than using a clamp so don't have anything in my way.
Title: Re: torch assistant
Post by: bucksbeadie on August 08, 2015, 03:25:09 PM
Hi Richard - thanks for that. As soon as Trudi said that Tuffnells had it designed I was more inclined to buy one as I assumed it would be good, but now you have confirmed you have found it useful in practice I am definitely off to the site to buy one now!!
Title: Re: torch assistant
Post by: tinker on August 08, 2015, 10:46:19 PM
I was wondering the same actually, thanks for posting. It looks far more comfortable than the creation station which I have to use minus one elbow rest in otder to get close enough to the torch, and the arm rest nuts come loose sometimes. Do post findings when you've had a play!
Title: Re: torch assistant
Post by: bucksbeadie on August 09, 2015, 08:41:12 AM
Will do. Already ordered so hopefully will arrive next week