Jason just asked me if I wanted another new polisher... my answer...
Heck yeah!
Check it out... The new Model 5 Pro Series is on the left with the blue grip...
Except for the blue grip and the variable speed dial they appear to be identical...
The variable Speed Dial is just down and to the right of the on/off switch...
Conveniently located for adjusting with your thumb or forefinger, depending upon your hand position.
At highest setting, it appears to have the same power and speed as the original in the ON position. What I found interesting is that on the lowest setting, it operates very, very slowly... in fact I turned it on and left it sitting on the stainless steel counter in our studio and it pretty much stayed in one place and just wiggled a little...
I'm going to switch this new Model 5 Pro Series over to the Cyclo Quick Connect Adapter so I can use the Edge Double sided pads with it as this really takes a machine that already runs smooth and vibration free and makes it even smoother while operating it.