VPI HW-19 or VPI Traveler


I am looking at either an HW-19 w/ Rega RB300 tone arm or a new VPI Traveler. Both are 1K and the HW-19 is in new condition. What is the better turntable? 
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Ask them if they ever lubed the motor and platter bearings.      One nice aspect: if you shop around, there are numerous HW-19 upgrades that can be performed at your leisure ie: SDS, SAMA, Scout platter and inverted bearing, etc).        If you have trouble getting in touch with VPI, these guys are knowledgeable regarding their parts prices and availability:     https://elusivedisc.com/search?search_query=vpi