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I have that same set, which, if I remember correctly, I purchased sometime in the 90s. The nice thing about this set was that it wasn't too expensive. The rare thing about this set is I was never able to find any singles of the missing wrenches in this style. As far as I know, these wrenches...

Bree, Would this "parted out 825" be where the switch cover you sent me came from? By the way, thanks again for that. I was able to finish my 825. New power cord, gearbox flush, new oil, checked brushes which were in excellent shape, blew out the motor housing, and now it runs and looks...

I have one of those, except mine is from 1963. I believe you're right about yours being from '65. Mine has the vertical case while I think later models came with the horizontal case. Or is it the other way around? Hmm? That's a nice router. I like how shiny they are. Mine works great...

That top is in pretty good shape. Shouldn't take much effort to rejuvenate it. I've cleaned up much worse using naval jelly. Naval jelly is not too aggressive and, because it's a "jelly", you brush it on, let it work, and then wipe it off. It's nice because it doesn't run all over the place...

That looks like a Craftsman 315.27802, 2.0 HP. 12 AMPS, 7" circular saw from the late 60s. Although it's advertised as a 7" saw, it will take a 7 1/4" blade. This saw featured a detachable wrap-around sub-base for flush cutting. That part is missing from your saw. I bought one of these...

Mark, I was considering Zoro, but somewhere along the pre-ordering process I got stuck on Industrial Products. Most likely because their eBay ad indicated they had the 97P in stock. Not sure what Zoro indicated, but after talking with the big-box store, I was going to order from a vendor...

Mark, Sorry I wasn't able to reply to your post before this, but I just received my 97P today. I thought it was ironic that your post showed up the day after I ordered the 97P. Coinkydink, huh? I just finished putting the standoff together and I can tell you the design is pretty basic. You...

Don't know the model number, but judging by the way it looks I'd guess it's from the 50s. Your drill has a lot in common with the model 414 Sawzall (the ORIGINAL reciprocating saw) from the early 50s. I have a 414. Don

Possum, I have an earlier version of this drill--like the one shown in the picture Two Sheds posted. My drill is from the early 20s. I also have the matching drill stand. Your drill is a later version. (Note the difference in the trigger guard.) The "Special" went into production around the...

Personally, I don't like that style scroll saw. It's limited in its capabilities when compared with newer-style saws. First, it lacks variable speed. It's nice to be able to slow it down to make precision cuts in metal. Second, it uses coping saw blades, which are too thick for intricate...

Not sure if this has been listed, but this Block has been on Madison, WI C-List for about a week: Check it out: http://madison.craigslist.org/tls/4516326158.html Don

I've "restored" quite a few of these old power tools. I clean all the dirt and grease off and then "brighten" up the finish a little to put a shine on 'em. I don't polish them because I think it makes them look unnatural. I like the vintage look. However, I'm currently working on an...

The part you are wondering about is for holding a D-handle drill. There should be knurled bolts on each side that "pinch" the D handle to hold it in place. The bolts should have springs for tensioning them. Don

Bree, thanks for the reply. I really appreciate it. My saw does have a ground terminal in the handle. All that remains is for me to wire in the new power cord. Oh, and, I guess, try to repair the metal piece that connects to the switch and then to the saw. That part has cracked cross-wise...

Bree, as usual, great job on the restore. I enjoy seeing your work. Very high quality! I'm currently working on this: It's a Milwaukee Model 414 Sawzall. The ORIGINAL Sawzall. Back on topic... I'm finishing up work on this Skil Model 825: I know this saw is pre-1952 (Skilsaw Inc.)...