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Thanks a lot guys for the helpful and informed information. I do have my eye on a particular one for sale. What I have learned from your input is it's always worth keeping in mind that most of these units are very old and natural gear wear needs to be considered, especially the bronze worm gear. When I go to check it out I'll be sure to inspect them carefully. Cheers.....Steve

Hi. I'm new to this forum and fairly new to forging. I hope I'm in the right place for my question. I want to use a hand crank blower and I get the sense that the Champion 400 is perhaps the best choice. I don't think they are manufactured anymore but old ones do show up on sites like eBay. Would acquiring one receive a thumbs-up from experienced smiths or if not, suggestions for alternatives would be appreciated. Thanks.