How did this unit do with double grinding? Using the fine blade any issues? 50 pounds of meat any issues?
176588
This unit is pretty solid and powerful (it weighs 70 lbs and most of it is motor). Grinding 50lbs should not be a problem, the trick to any meat grinding is to make sure the meet fits in the tube....the bigger the feeder tube, the less cutting you need to do. If the meat is fatty like pork, then the meat needs to be chilled down pretty cold to prevent the fat from smearing. I usually put it in the freezer for about 20 minutes prior to grinding. The only real problem grinding is the smearing. If the fat smears, it is tough to grind almost anything.....but that is not specific to this model.
176589
We usually do about 20 lbs at a time using the larger blade. We do chicken thighs (skin, meat, and bones) without any issue for feeding our dogs a raw diet. We have used the finer blade one time without issue. The machine works really well and is fast. Our only disappointment is that it did not come with any instructions, parts lists for ordering parts, or what the black knob is used for. We emailed the company we bought it from and they said there was not any instructions.
176590
This unit is pretty solid and powerful (it weighs 70 lbs and most of it is motor). Grinding 50lbs should not be a problem, the trick to any meat grinding is to make sure the meet fits in the tube....the bigger the feeder tube, the less cutting you need to do. If the meat is fatty like pork, then the meat needs to be chilled down pretty cold to prevent the fat from smearing. I usually put it in the freezer for about 20 minutes prior to grinding. The only real problem grinding is the smearing. If the fat smears, it is tough to grind almost anything.....but that is not specific to this model. This unit is pretty solid and powerful (it weighs 70 lbs and most of it is motor). Grinding 50lbs should not be a problem, the trick to any meat grinding is to make sure the meet fits in the tube....the bigger the feeder tube, the less cutting you need to do. If the meat is fatty like pork, then the meat needs to be chilled down pretty cold to prevent the fat from smearing. I usually put it in the freezer for about 20 minutes prior to grinding. The only real problem grinding is the smearing. If the fat smears, it is tough to grind almost anything.....but that is not specific to this model.
552791
I purchased this grinder to do the same thing. I've had no trouble at all with chickens, bones and all. The manufacturer says it will handle turkey and rabbit bones and all. It is very heavy-duty and powerful. Though I haven't tried anything but chicken yet, I have no doubt it will work. I put the meat/bones through twice. Once with the large-hole die and once with the small-hole. You have to clean the bone pieces out to keep the meat moving through efficiently, but you'd have that with any grinder. I love this grinder and would buy it again.
489199
Yes, and it's a great buy. I raise hogs and sheep, and get a couple deer a year. This unit does a good job for the money, and the Big Bite auger really keeps the meat moving. The only trouble it has is when I have left too much sinew on the meat; then you have to stop and clear it out. However, that happened with our hand-crank grinder, so I imagine it will happen with any of them.
865244
I bought this grinder just for that. Use the large grinding plate. The neck of the grinder is small so you may have to part out your chicken quarters.It grinds them up with out even slowing down. I can go through 20lbs of cut up chicken quarters in about 3 minutes with everything pre-cut. It will grind faster than you can feed it. I don't pre-freeze the quarters either and haven't had any problems grinding.
1830953
This really depends more on your mixer than the attachment. Grinding bones is hard work and will strip the transmission gears of most any consumer-grade stand mixer. If you're going to grind bones, get the best dedicated meat grinder you can afford.
510141
Yes it works. But not the best product for big grinding projects. Everyday small things no problem, unless you want to grind meat and alot of it,its just too time consuming ...hope this helps
490994
Perhaps we will find out which is apt to burn out from both our experiences with our particular model. I really do not know which is apt to burn out more quickly. You could be right in your opinion, we do not know yet. I use my grinder perhaps twice a year. When I do, I process a few hundred pounds of meat. Last year was the first time I used an electric grinder and the 3000 is the first that I have owned. Its performance was excellent. Only time will tell if it holds up. Good luck!
981525
Had to send mine back. It would not grind after the first 15lbs of meat. I'm going with a hand crank
1187845
Mine came with a fine and a coarse cutting disc. We used the fine disc for grinding Angus beef and it worked perfectly. since I cut the pieces to easily fit the opening, no ramming was necessary and the results were great without having to grind things twice. Also ran some dried bread through for clean up and a tooth brush to clean the disc.
258111
I haven't done it personally, but it's definitely a great machine and should have no problem with the right blade. Cuts through thick, hard wood with no problem - probably more taxing than thin metal done slowly?
1464745
I bought the 600 also and it is a piece of junk. I had to replace the transmission within 2 years. You cannot grind meat, regardless of what Kitchen Aid says. Caveat Emptor, it clearly is not worth the price. I also bought two machines for my daughter in laws, both have had quality issues. 3 for 3 nothing but crap.
494308
At this time we have not experienced any problems with noise or the blade getting dulled after use. We used the slicer about 5 times so far, 10-20 lbs of meat each time
231725
No I don't think you want to try grinding bones less you want a big mess on your hands....I ground small 1" peaces of just meat and it was a big job pushing the meat down the feed hole it kept pushing the meat back up and out all over the counter....You should look at better electric unit to grind bones.........LEM makes a good unit but expect to pay 200 at least........
1967172
YES! This meat grinder is amazing!! I had actually bought the Kitchenaid meat grinder attachment first, but it couldn't handle really processing meat. My husband and I needed to grind up our deer & hog meat from a recent hunting trip. I LOVE my Kitchenaid mixer, don't get me wrong, but when it comes to grinding meat--this thing is the way to go! It is easily about 10x faster than the Kitchenaid..and our meat grinder attachment from Kitchenaid began to spit grease into our meat after a while because it couldn't handle the job. I would definitely recommend this meat grinder. It was a great buy, and a durable, fast meat grinder! YES! This meat grinder is amazing!! I had actually bought the Kitchenaid meat grinder attachment first, but it couldn't handle really processing meat. My husband and I needed to grind up our deer & hog meat from a recent hunting trip. I LOVE my Kitchenaid mixer, don't get me wrong, but when it comes to grinding meat--this thing is the way to go! It is easily about 10x faster than the Kitchenaid..and our meat grinder attachment from Kitchenaid began to spit grease into our meat after a while because it couldn't handle the job. I would definitely recommend this meat grinder. It was a great... » Read More YES! This meat grinder is amazing!! I had actually bought the Kitchenaid meat grinder attachment first, but it couldn't handle really processing meat. My husband and I needed to grind up our deer & hog meat from a recent hunting trip. I LOVE my Kitchenaid mixer, don't get me wrong, but when it comes to grinding meat--this thing is the way to go! It is easily about 10x faster than the Kitchenaid..and our meat grinder attachment from Kitchenaid began to spit grease into our meat after a while because it couldn't handle the job. I would definitely recommend this meat grinder. It was a great buy, and a durable, fast meat grinder! « Show Less
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On YouTube there are videos of people doing it with various fp's. The length of time grinding is the trick there. I will say that I have easily over processed things with this unit. You could make cinder block butter with it. It is very powerful and the blades are super sharp and rigid. It cuts through ice w no problems.Hope that helps.
721854
60 and 120...........I returned the one I purchased because I was not able to true up each of the grinding wheels. The bearings were also extremely loud which leads me top believe they would not last very long. I have purchased 2 Rikon 80-805 Slow Speed Grinders and have not had any issues for over 2 years.
55204
Hi Tracy, I am in the process of packing to move and all the paperwork for my Weston Meat Grinder are packed. So unfortunately, I can't honestly answer that question. But I can tell you that it performs excellently and hasn't given me one moment of grief. And also, I've had friends and family use it...In my opinion, I'm not sure you could do better and I'd buy it again. Sorry I couldn't answer your warranty question but hopefully learning about the quality of the Weston will help you. You could also call Weston directly and ask that info of them, they are very kind and easy the work with.