Totally an impulse buy. But I've had a lot of fun and although it seems like it should be dangerous, I didn't feel like it was. YMMV. Paul M

So yesterday I was in the hardware store and found a Steel Grip Bench grinder. It has two wheels on it, and it's 1.1amp and 1/4HP. I have been hearing for a while about angle grinders, and how useful they are. However this was on clearance for $30 and I figured I should snatch it up if it comes...