Wanted to see if anyone had any experience using this system. I'm looking at the HR-1000 version with the 1" bar upgrade with the long handle. I've read a couple reviews and a few threads here on SMC that were written back in 2011. Wanted to see if anyone has bought the system recently that addressed a couple of the perceived shortcomings from the first generation of the product. I have a few other Carter products and they have given me great performance. Wanted to see if this was in the same ballpark. Primary usage for me would be for flower vases. Currently I can get to a little over 5" with the Sorby Turnmaster but would like to get into the 12"+ range.