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New Supermatic (C series)

The advertised "new and improved design" changes for the new ('07) Supermatics are the Acetal (plastic) cutter/compressor and the "precision cut" H-link. For now, the following is mostly about the structural aspects of the new Supermatic and how it differs from recent, B-series, Supermatics. While the plastic cutter is the most significant improvement, there are a few other unadvertised improvements and nice touches . Unfortunately, the new H-link is not one of the improvements.
[ page | comments (21) - Tuesday, 11-Dec-2007 | top ]

Top-O-Matic

The Top-O-Matic (TOM) is a Chinese made Supermatic clone. The original TOM is not as well made as the Supermatic and there is no noticeable difference in functionality between the two machines. The machines are, for the most part, identical. The only physical differences of interest are the TOM's increased clearances, paint on the bottom of the cutter housing, and a number of softer/brass parts.
[ page | comments (93) - Sunday, 23-Dec-2007 | top ]

Supermatic

RBA's top of the line machine. An adjustable machine that can make king, 100 and short (regular/70mm) size cigarettes.
[ page | comments (173) - Wednesday, 14-Nov-2007 | top ]

Supermatic II

Basically a Supermatic that's got a plastic housing and cannot make 100's. If you don't care about 100's this is, in some respects, a better machine than the Premier.
[ page | comments (57) - Thursday, 25-Oct-2007 | top ]

Matic Maintenance

The primary issue with these machines is tobacco build-up on the bottom of the cutter and on the top/front of the chamber.
[ page | comments (58) - Saturday, 01-Sep-2007 | top ]

Matic Mods

General machine modification discussions.
[ page | comments (11) - Tuesday, 25-Sep-2007 | top ]

Supermatic Repair

While you can always send your Supermatic to ARBRO Inc or call Republic (1-800-288-8888) about your Top-O-Matic, there are some things easier to do yourself.
[ page | comments (62) - Friday, 26-Oct-2007 | top ]

Ultimatic

The Hildbrandt Ultimatic is a Chinese made Supermatic clone. Currently, its only available on eBay from preciousauctions. Here's a link to his Tobacciana listings. At this point there has been no information provided relating to warranty, service, or parts availability. Cheapest price is currently $36 shipped.
[ page | comments (23) - Thursday, 28-Jun-2007 | top ]

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