"jt august" > wrote in message
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> In article 0>,
> Wayne Boatwright > wrote:
>
>> I'm probably the only detractor, but I hated mine and gave it away. I
>> bought their most expensive top of the line model in the mid-1980s. I'm
>> much happier with my vintage late 1960s Osterizer.
>
> Wayne, I can assure you that you are not alone. I know 2 people who
> also had one and didn't care for theirs. These are not for everyone, I
> recognize that. BTW, them thar Osterizers are pretty darn good, too.
> The vintage 60's and 70's models beat the late 80's and 90's units, and
> the newer units (post 2k4) are back on track towards their heritage,
> though I would take an antique as my first choice on that line. And
> definitely one with a glass jar. Those plastic jars they went to for a
> while need to be recycled for the betterment of all mankind.
>
> jt



For those who like the Oster for juicing, there is an entertaining youtube
video of this guy demonstrating his use of an 'average' blender along with
using a paint strainer (strainter).
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XeZnXT1r88k


And then there is the looooong video of a old-time guy who is demonstrating
his answer to the above video using the Norwalk juicer which probably costs
$1or$2 or close to $3 thousand. For those who are wanting the ultimate
juicer, this is the video to see its use, as he goes over-and-over-and-over
juicing carrots. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8vkhf2l78vQ


These videos are only for those with time on their hands. :-))

The reason I have these links at my fingertips is that I was thinking of
getting a juicer for carrots and an apple. I bought the Juiceman Jr at
Costco when it was on sale for $39.95 and it's a PITA. I also have a
VitaMix. But the juice that comes out of the VitaMix is foamy; I want
something clear. I've had Osters, also.

Dee Dee