Tool Holders/Name Brand vs. Knock Offs?

[Dennis_in_VA]

I have a lathe at my beck and call but no tool holders of my own (lathe belongs to a friend that lets me practice).

I don't have the cash to buy authentic Aloris tool holders so I have been looking at purchasing a couple of the knock offs.

Are there any that you would recommend?

I'm looking for a couple of CXA #1 and #2 holders right now.

Thanks for the help.

 

[TRECustom]

I have a knock-off quick change tool post for a 12" swing lathe. It's the small one, #2, I think. I bought it from Rex Supply. The piston type tool post is not as solid as the wedge type, but the individual tool holders work fine.

Tom