How much would you pay for this?
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3dd13
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Umm, what is it?
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MichaelBikel
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it also has a rip fence and some table extenders
ckadams00
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Well the stand alone is worth - not sure in your area of CT - $80 to $100. The saws are a dime a dozen in some parts, so find out if it's working and if it's something you WANT and WANT to USE. They clean up well and although they need a lot of adjusting and tlc they are ok saws. Buy it for the nostalgia if that is what you are after especially since it has a stand. If you are just looking for a usable saw and not into the nostalgia/CMan restoration then pass.
If indeed it comes with fence and table extensions, that CMan saw can be spruced up to be functional table saw.
+1 that stand makes that package more attractive.
Have CL Seller proves that it runs. The "Nickel Test" will give you idea how smooth the saw will operate . . stand nickel on edge and running saw should not knock the nickel over !!
+1 that stand makes that package more attractive.
Have CL Seller proves that it runs. The "Nickel Test" will give you idea how smooth the saw will operate . . stand nickel on edge and running saw should not knock the nickel over !!
The pedestal stand is a super find.
spongerich
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I'd pay $50 for the stand and $25 for the saw.
Keep the stand, part out the saw and make a $50 profit to invest in a better saw.
Keep the stand, part out the saw and make a $50 profit to invest in a better saw.
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MichaelBikel
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Interesting points, I currently have a riobi but don't really have any problems with it... Ive had it since probably 05-06 and its just your standard plastic portable table saw. I do think it would be nice to have a REAL table saw where I can rip something that isn't 12" wide or less. I would also like to clean it up like I plan to do with my drill press, I just want to make sure I'm not buying something that is going to end up having a problem I can't fix.
Rileysan
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Another vote for this, if not more (say, $100?)
That stand is uncommon and a worthy find.
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Zeke
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If indeed it comes with fence and table extensions, that CMan saw can be spruced up to be functional table saw.
+1 that stand makes that package more attractive.
Have CL Seller proves that it runs. The "Nickel Test" will give you idea how smooth the saw will operate . . stand nickel on edge and running saw should not knock the nickel over !!
I'm using one every day to build cabinets, drawers and doors. What is a table saw? Just a motor and a spinning blade. How you set it up and use it determines how good it is. For instance, a better fence and a nice sled and you can do as much as a new saw costing over $2K.
I like the stand and don't see those around, only on the GJ. I just picked 2 newer CM floor model shop tools yesterday and neither is as stout as my CM TS.
drivesitfar
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Micheal: here's mine that i bought spiffed up. I have a craftsman stand im going to paint and replace the newer one next spring. They are decent saws and not that heavy to move around. Ive seen some that work benches were made around on casters too. i paid a couple Benjamins for mine.
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MichaelBikel
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yeah you've got all the bells and whistles!
Zeke
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No, he needs at least 2 extensions. If you want 24" cutting capacity you need 2 off to the right side with a longer fence rail or an extension of the stock fence rail (sold on eBay for around $15 — extensions run about 40).
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MichaelBikel
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AHHHHHH I told the guy I was coming tomorrow and we had a deal, I should have asked him to take the posting down. I would have gotten it for $50, i'm kicking myself. Maybe its a good thing, i've got the money in my pocket and now I can do my research...plus I didn't NEED it, ifI'm gonna keep an eye out I guess.
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As soon as you would have bought it another cheaper cooler one would have popped up. Now that you missed it you wont sell another for at least a year.
I see those saws pretty frequently more in certain seasons, they range from $40 to $150 around here.
I see those saws pretty frequently more in certain seasons, they range from $40 to $150 around here.
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MichaelBikel
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That's a good take on it, in all honesty I probably shouldn't be buying a tool I already have. No, my ryobi isn't very nice but It still gets the job done. I also work out of the basement so any chance I get to cut outside, I bring the saw up the steps. That probably wouldn't happen with the craftsman. Maybe one day when I have a garage shop i'll acquire something really nice or something old, but for now I guess i'll stick with the portability.
Zeke
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The Ryobi is a good saw for your purposes. Being in a basement it has better dust collection features which is mandatory in a closed space. I have 3 table saws. The CM does the mule work mounted in a large table, while the Ryobi BT 3000 does duty as a router table and pretty good miters as well as being able to handle a 24" cut if I wanted to. The 3rd is a bench top that ca go with me and I think a lot of people can get by with a decent one of those.
Spend your money on something you don't have.