On 8/7/2017 11:27 AM, notbob wrote:
> On 2017-08-07, Wayne Boatwright > wrote:
>
>> It was after their separation from Hobart that they went downhill.
>
> My MIL hadda Hobart KA. She used it so much, the speed switch (slide)
> finally succumbed. She could use high speed, only.
>
>> If you want a top quality never die stand mixer today, you should
>> probably consider one still made by Hobart. However, they are quite
>> pricey.
>
> Ya think!?
>
> <https://www.amazon.com/Hobart-Commercial-Mixer-Gear-Driven-3-Speed/dp/B000VVOC34>
>
> Jes a few yrs ago, they usta be under $2,000USD. Greed wins!!
>
> nb
>

The weight of the Hobart is 50# while the KA is 29#. I'd say it is
better made with more metal and beefier parts.