Hey guys and gals. I am about to bite the bullet on a fiber. I don't have the budget for the top-end American made machines because I'm still paying on my Epilog but I am willing to pay for better scanheads, software and American customer support. I was just about to purchase the Jimani low-cost hybrid 60w... Until Tykma called and wants to work out a deal on their LaserGear 60w. I have attempted research for well over a year but other than specs found online (they both use JPT source MOPA lasers) and sales calls, I can't find any good "real world" experiences from people with these models. So does anyone have experience with the Jimani or Lasergear entry level models? Jimani uses Prolase software and Tykma uses their own Minilase software. (Which *May* be a glorified ezcad but I don't know for sure). I would have to travel signifcantly to either company to compare in person and I'd rather save that money and childcare requests for travel to training after purchase (which both companies say is free with purchase). I have loved talking with Jim thus far and a part of me wants to go with Jimani just off of those conversations, alone, but Tykma offers 24/7 tech support and TBH, I am a bit afraid of Jim retiring and support not being the same after. I'm not looking for a comparison... Just any real-world user experiences on hardware, software or support, good or bad, from anyone that actually runs one of these before I make my decision.
I have done research but I am definitely still feel like I don't know anything, so if someone knows of a glaringly obvious difference in specs between the setups please let me know.. sometimes these numbers all blur together after you stare at them long enough. I learn best with the machine right in front of me when I can just dive in.. Internet research sometimes just kills me. If you guys haven't realized yet.. I can't help but ramble sometimes so if you are still with me.. thank you.