There is an entry level Warn winch called a Magnum at 9000lb.

Has anybody had first hand experience with these? I suspect they are knocked up in China. They carry full standard Warn Warranty over here, though warranty isn't much use out in the bush.

I have spoken to a couple of different 4WD stores and they both recommended that specific winch against my anticipated usage.

My 20 od year old Tirfor Winch (Hand) has had it. I don't go looking for trouble to winch, so effectively it is only insurance.

My ol' girl (The Landy) is going in for a makeover next week.

New ARB Winch B'Bar, few other odds and ends and short of horror stories the above Magnum winch.