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MY63 wrote:....
I noticed the ebay one you linked to also has a beech ply version but without the free dogs which is best.
9fingers wrote:When looking for machines do consider used ones of a quality make. You will get better value for money generally than buying new.
I've only ever bought one woodworking machine new my tablesaw and whilst I'm very happy with it, if I had my time again I'd buy a used startrite or Wadkin in a heartbeat.
Bob
9fingers wrote:Several people on here who would be willing to help you. Make use of the members map and maybe find some one near to one for sale to look at it for you?
Look out for Kity, Elu and Inca machines (amongst others). Highly thought of and do come up from time to time. Set up some ebay searches for models that interest you and they will email when one gets listed.
Cast iron tables are a must. Aluminium one are invariably twisted.
Usually SH price plus a few hundred miles of fuel will get you a better deal than new.
Don't forget that a second hand machine can usually be sold on for what you paid for it when it comes the time to upgrade. You can never do that with a new machine.
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Bob
Malc2098 wrote:Gents, I read you talking about buying 2H on gtree and bay.
It is worth a look in Facebook Marketplace. I have bought and sold a few things there recently. Clearances of older people (now deceased) often crop up by their families.
And in all these online 'shops', regular checking is the secret to finding and actually buying something before someone else snaffles it. Sunday night is a good time. I got a couple of nice clamps last night for £20. Just off out to pick them up.
RogerS wrote:Malc2098 wrote:Gents, I read you talking about buying 2H on gtree and bay.
It is worth a look in Facebook Marketplace. I have bought and sold a few things there recently. Clearances of older people (now deceased) often crop up by their families.
And in all these online 'shops', regular checking is the secret to finding and actually buying something before someone else snaffles it. Sunday night is a good time. I got a couple of nice clamps last night for £20. Just off out to pick them up.
But you need to be a member of Faecebook, I believe.
MY63 wrote:Sorry Roger be careful which address you go to as it has recently moved from a retail park to an industrial estate. ...
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The Tyne Tunnel trading estate has an odd layout to say the least
MY63 wrote:Thanks Bob
I must admit I am not sure about spending that sort of money on a machine that is at least 20 years old.
Thanks for your advice
Michael
MY63 wrote:Good news my work bench with dogs and holes is being delivered tomorrow bad news I don’t have anywhere to put it. Early start tomorrow for me.
Any suggestions for a good varnish for it.
Thanks
Michael
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