A second chuck. Same or different

[Hornbeam]

I currently use a Vicmarc 120 chuck with a range of jaws. To stop changing jaws over so regularly I am thinking of getting a second chuck. Logic says to get a second vicmarc one but they seem really expensive and jaws are even more so.
So should I stick with Vicmarc or get something different
Are there any other chucks which are compatible with vicmarc jaws
Chuck needs to vit Vicmarc thread 33 X 3.5
Any thoughts appreciated
Ian

 

[marcros]

I have been looking at this situation- I like the range of vicmarc jaws but can't afford the chuck.

The versachuck could work for you. http://www.toolpost.co.uk/pages/Chucks_ ... chuck.html

this is what I am looking at I think.

I am not sure on the quality of the chucks- I am struggling to find reviews.

 

[Br5d]

my two cents would be to stick with the vicmarcs as you know they work and you have the jaws already

 

[gregmcateer]

I've never used a vicmarc, but the two versachucks I have are fine.

 

[SVB]

I use the old type axmister super precision chuck on my vl300 (backplate has groove for clamp if reqd).

I don't think they're current stock but the do come up on ebay often and I think aptc still do / will make the back plates.

Given Vic'y do command a premium, perhaps chop them in and go for aptc SP set up. I've done that over the years and now have 3 SP chucks with probably 7 or 8 sets of different jaws all with dedicated carriers. Quite an investment if you add it up I guess but bought over 6 or 7 years it didn't feel too bad!

 

[Waka]

I know I'm only a novice here, but surely it makes sense to stay with what you know. I have 1 versa chuck and five APTC SK 100s, I got 3 of the SKs as a job lot very cheap.