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Thanks for the reply. So with that...wouldn't these vises be a step above even Reed, Parker, etc. of the same size?

This may be a silly question but doing a quick search I could not find an answer. Why did Simplex emboss their vises with "steel slide"? Is it actually different from the other cast iron slides of other makes or just marketing? Is it better? thanks!!

Anyone know much about Autostart grinders? I purchased a 10" one that is 3 phase 1 Hp and as heavy as heck! I cannot find any information on them. I will post pics soon. thanks!

I believe that is a Columbian. I have one like it.

The rear pulley on my drill press has a chip in each level. They are not large chips but chips none the less. The pulley is cast iron. For some reason the chips are really bothering me. I figure they are just cosmetic but I want to be sure. Would it be a good idea to take a file and smooth...

That is an incredible restoration job...but...I really never thought I would see the day that guys on this forum would think that $2500 for a vise was an acceptable price. When I joined the only exception to breaking the $1/pound rule was for the big vises. And that meant maybe going to $2 and...

Is $2500 what these are really worth now? Have I missed the boat on getting an 8" vise!!

let see if this works...

I don't know whether to congratulate you or curse you! ;) You just beat me to that vise up north. I am a local but not a "flipper". Seriously though, great score. I just hope I can be lucky enough to find one too. ....PM sent:ninja:

Wow!

Oops, forgot that little bit of info... $300

What would be a fair price?

thanks!

I have not looked at it yet. It is fairly far from me. I forgot to say it is 5.5' tall with a 1/2" chuck. I would like to drill metal with it. I have read a little on here about adding a variable something or other...

I decided I want to buy a vintage made in the usa drill press to replace my HF bench top. I have had little luck locating one in my area for a good price. This Delta has been listed for a while. I know it is expensive but is it a good model/vintage? I was told it has 5 speeds and the model...