Expert: - 3/10/2008

Question
Warren,

I'm looking to purchase a "Quarter Scale" and "Table Top Ball Spinner"...who has the most reasonable prices for this type of equipment/tools?

Thanks,

Randy

Answer
Randy,
I have 4 quarter scales called the Pro Sect from Turbo 2-N-1 Grips. Check their website and see if you can purchase one from them. Or

Most equipment I purchase I get from bowling distributors or service companies. Three of the best service companies: Jayhawk Bowling Supplies (www.jayhawkbowling.com), Ultimate Bowling (www.ultimatebowling.com) and Innovative Bowling (www.innovativebowling.com).

Are you looking for shop equipment? Are you looking to do stuff on your own bowling balls?

The tools you ask about are sold to pro shops. As small businesses, most stores need performance, endurance and quality in their equipment. I buy primarily for the ability of the tool to perform consistently for a long time, saving time and money, and making my job easier.

If your main objective, as a hobbyist, is reasonable prices, you may want to just look for some used equipment.

If you are interested in the business the last thing you want to do is shop price. A piece of equipment will provide a stream of income and if you are always fighting the loss of cheap equipment or potentially poor performance cheap is never cheap enough, it costs you in the end.

Thanks for the question. Good luck.