Counterflow build or buy?

[user 144271]

How much money can you really save by buidling your own?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Counterflow-counter-flow-wart-chiller-20-/271546227572?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3f396a9b74
or
www.ebay.com/itm/Brand-New-Super-Efficient-Counterflow-Wort-Chiller-/300350541060?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item45ee498d04

I was going to build one but then did a quick check on Ebay

I am guessing these are only $30 more than building ???

 

[Eugenio]

between labor parts and equipment, you wont save that much money building one. That being said, its fun..and great satisfaction.

I built one, but also found a SS version of this one for $90 which i bought for when I start using a pump. The one I built works perfect, but its a tad bulky.

http://www.northernbrewer.com/shop/counterflow-wort-chiller.html

 

[Jakfri]

I don't think you'll save money building your own. However, you have the satisfaction knowing you built it and you can source parts that are made in the USA. I ended up building my own because I would rather support an American company. It was also fun, offer a buddy some beer to help you.

 

[MicroBrewMaster]

Build one, you can then customize yours to what u need, I started out at the basic build and then as standing at lowes looking at all the different fittings, came up with new plans and built one to my exact needs, adding in a thermometer is also a plus to building your own. It does end up being close to price of those u pointed out but in my opinion you will end u with a better one if your create what u need