I have owned an Alexandria MKII since I first bought it in 1984. A few years ago I bought the Oracle $150.00 maintenance kit and had my local guy install it for me. The kit is still available. It wasn't having any problems but now it has new springs. If you can find a users manual it explains everything very well and spring adjustment is not that difficult. It is a good looking table and sounds great for the price.
Cannot comment on the Rega, having never owned or heard one.
Cannot comment on the Rega, having never owned or heard one.