Charles Parker 954...

[bradleykd]

http://lexington.craigslist.org/tls/2557488121.html

Look like an alright price on that? Or is it too high? I know a lot of you guys have these and would like to know what kind of price is reasonable.

TIA

 

[BCK]

I just picked up a Parker that's got 4 1/4" jaws but not quite as nice as that one for $50 from an estate sale...so I'd say it's pretty fair!

 

[bradleykd]

i figured id have $50 in my pocket, he can take or leave... lol i just wanted to make sure that wasnt overpaying

 

[ajchien]

I have a 954 and I think it's a great vise. I think the price is fair. Just make sure it isnt broken.

 

[bradleykd]

Well, I brought it home. It's dirty, but in really good condition. It has good smooth action and absolutely no slop in it. I picked it up for $40.

Now i just need to make it look as awesome as some of the others I've seen on here!

AJ, I'd love to see some pics from your restoration if you have any!

 

[ajchien]

I didn't take any pics during the process. The finished pics are on the vise thread:

http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?p=1238560#post1238560

Ive since added a Yost and a (sadly, broken) Rock Island.

 

[bradleykd]

Edit:

Post in wrong thread!

 

[Outlawmws]

You missed a pic?

 

[bradleykd]

lol, i posted this in the wrong thread... i meant to put it in the restoration thread.