Weston sells two #8 grinders for home butchers. The Pro Series has a ¾ HP motor and a knife sharpener; the Butcher Series has ½ HP and a snack-stick funnel.
Side by side
| Weston Pro Series #8 | Weston Butcher Series #8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $479.99 | About $420 |
| Motor | 0.75 HP (560 W) | 0.5 HP (350 W) |
| Output (maker) | 4–6 lb/min | 4–5 lb/min |
| Plates | 4.5 mm, 7 mm | 4.5 mm, 7 mm |
| Weight | Not listed | 39 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years (limited) |
Kits
Pro Series: four funnels (10, 20, 30, 40 mm), a storage tray and a built-in sharpener. Butcher Series: 20, 30 and 40 mm funnels plus a 10 mm snack-stick funnel.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Weston Pro Series #8 if
You want the bigger motor and the sharpener.
Choose the Weston Butcher Series #8 if
You want Weston's #8 for less money and make snack sticks.
Questions
Is the Pro worth the extra?
If you grind a lot of venison or sinewy trim, the extra motor helps. For burgers and pork, the Butcher Series is enough.
How do they compare with LEM?
See LEM vs Weston.
