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Anyone know how good these are? I have a chance to pick up a 15” with helical head for $675. Looks like new. Any thoughts? Thanks

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#1 posted 114 days ago

Don’t know about Pioneer, but helical heads are more expensive and worth it. I believe that they are quieter and there are lots of little knives stay sharper longer (but fiddlier to replace). I just bought a General with a helical head but it’s still in the box so I haven’t had a chance to use it yet.

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