I own a pair of 1210s (which I've extensively modded) and a pair of Citronic PD45s. The missus owns a pair of Stanton ST150s. For those that don't know the PD45s are the same deck as the 150 but without the Stanton badge or keylock feature.
The PD45s and ST150s are easily as good as the 1210s, probably better. The PD45s and 1210s are about the same age, but the PD45s still feel new and crisp compared to the Technics. The build quality of the ST150s is definately better than the 1210s, the PD45s are about equal to 1210s.
Lots of people will tell you Technics but how many of those have owned, or even tried, the Stantons? I say go for whichever is cheapest, neither will let you down. You could probably get the Citronics cheaper than the other two.