- #8 grinding head
- 1/2 HP high torque motor
- Average 7 lbs/minute grinding rate
- Good for regular grinding
- Stainless steel construction
- Front storage drawer
- Includes three stainless steel grinder plates
- 3/8", 3/16" & kidney plates
- Includes three plastic stuffing tubes
- 5/8", 1" & 1-3/8" OD tubes
- Includes a plastic stomper
- Stainless 3/16" & 3/8" plates
- Stainless knife
- Kidney plate
- Sausage stuffer tubes 3/8", 3/4" & 1-1/4"
- Heavy duty meat stomper
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LEM 17791 Big Bite Meat Grinder
This is a scratch/dent/blemish clearance item. Please check the table below to see how we rate our clearance items.
Note: The product images on this page are of a new item, with the exception of any images marked “Clearance item”.

The LEM Big Bite meat grinders make big jobs easy and stand up to hard use. Their exclusive features and quality stainless steel construction mean you get more grinder for your money, and your investment will last for many years of trouble-free, heavy duty service whether you're grinding beef, pork or game meat like venison or elk.
The gear drive of the #8 LEM meat grinder features all steel gears (no plastic) and roller, not sleeve, bearings. The headstock is rifled for an easier second grind and stuffing. The throat is offset and is 2". A built-in circuit breaker protects the motor from overload damage.
LEM meat grinders feature stainless steel headstock, screw, grinder plates, blade and meat tray for long life and easy maintenance. The stainless steel motor enclosure features a comfortable handle, and the meat tray is large and made of heavy gauge metal.
The feed augers of LEM meat grinders have a proprietary Big Bite design that lets them grab meat chunks easily, saving you from having to force meat into the machine. ETL-Sanitary Certified to NSF Standards.
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Descriptions of Ratings for Clearance Store Items |
Rating |
Description
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Minimum Discount |
Mechanically Perfect |
Standard Return Policy |
Full
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R1 |
Returned. Non-working surfaces have new or nearly new appearance. Working surfaces may have slight wear marks. Very close scrutiny is required to tell that the item isn’t brand new. Packaging may not be perfect. |
10% |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
R2 |
Returned, nearly-new appearance. Slight to moderate flaws on non-working surfaces, such as a mixer cabinet or lid. |
Varies by Item |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
FR |
Factory refurbished. Mostly returned items which have been brought fully up to new-equipment performance specs at the factory. |
Varies by Item |
Yes |
Yes |
No |
D |
Demonstration items have been operated briefly at Pleasant Hill Grain. |
Varies by Item |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
SDB |
From new stock; has moderate damage such as a scratch, dent, or paint blemish. |
Varies by Item |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
NOS |
New old-stock. A brand new item that isn't the newest model. |
Varies by Item |
Yes |
Yes |
Varies by Item |
Additional notes:
Bottom Line: If you’re a highly detail-oriented person, we recommend sticking to “R1.” But after a week’s use, the only real difference between one of these items and a brand new one will be the money you saved. |
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10 reviews
Works great! It's fast grinding meat and is easy to clean. I just LOVE it.
I'm very impressed with this grinder. It's heavy duty, grinds the meat very quickly, easy to assemble and clean, and quieter than I expected (because I had read a review that said it was loud--my old, plastic type grinder was much louder than this). It's slightly heavy but what do you expect for stainless steel construction. I would recommend this to anyone... now after 6 months, and using it several times, it is still awesome. Thank you for such a good product.
The grinding head weighs about as much as my entire previous grinder. Much more powerful and grinds fast.
The unit works amazing and cleans up very well.
To each their own. Had a 150 lb wild sow on ice waiting on my new grinder. Followed the directions and ran through the 3/8 grinder plate. Not a snag. Took me a half hour to prepare the meat for the grinder and just a few minutes to grind. Put the ground meat in the freezer for about a half hour to run through the 1/8 inch grinder. Meanwhile I was defrosting a couple of pounds of hog fat and about 10 lbs of cubed meat that had been in the freezer since my last grinder failed. When it was half thawed I ran it through without a glitch. Then took out the 3/8 ground meat to run through. This went a little slower. Once the meat is ground you have to use the tamper to feed the auger. In my case I won't use the 3/8 again but go right to the 1/8 plate. The cubes I had in the freezer came out perfect. And I just put in some cut fat at the same time. I was also concerned that the #8 would be too small, but not the case. Quick and strong. Finally, the best feature according to my wife is it's super quiet! She couldn't carry on a conversation with my old grinder, but she had no difficulty giving me advice with this whisper quiet grinder.
I ran two full deer through with out any issues.
I made a purchase of a meat grinder for my son. It was a Christmas gift and sent to his house in another state. The company called me not realizing it was back ordered to let me know it may not get there before Christmas. They apologized and said they weren't sure but they will do everything they could to get a Terri for Christmas. And yes it did arrive before Christmas, four days before. Great customer service.
The grinder appears to be very well built, and does the job effortlessly. I'm very happy with the purchase. The grinder should last for many years.
Impressed with the price, quick shipping and above all the follow up from your service personnel. Thank you!
Work great. No clogging when grinding—amazing.