ziek You nailed it, a #12 is a great machine. I have the exact same story. Have had mine for 15 yrs. We grind 10 to 15 deer a year with our hunting party, and 3 0r 4 hogs. Im 65 and find myself with a little extra disposable income now, and I think im going to treat myself to a new grinder. And the winner is a #32. I know I wont be disappointed.

Brianh My 27 lb stuffer will not do snack sticks very well too, I kept my small 5 lb stuffer and it works well with the sticks, have to fill it more but a small price to pay for no aggervation.

The handle end of a long wooden spoon with a small bit of paper towel works great. Plus when you take the small amount remaining at the bottom and pan fry it you have a test sample, lol