Hi Mersenne, $300.00 is a rip-off for a spin-grind mate. I am charged $70.00 from our engineer here in Wagga. The only thing is I have to wait till he completes the 36" reels for the bowling clubs before he will adjust the lathe for the 17" reels, which is no prob...he usually gives me a call a couple of days before to allow me time to remove the reel and soleplate.
My suggestion, contact your local Bowling Club, ask to speak to the greens-keeper, and find out who spin-grinds their reels. They are usually a friendly bunch of guys who will help you.
