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Craftsman 100 table saw worth getting for free?

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#1 · (Edited by Moderator)
A lady I work with has a 50's Craftsman 100 model table saw. Not sure on the HP of the motor, couldn't read it.

It has the Cast iron top, not the solid version. Has a base that I can't seem to find a photo of. I'm thinking it might not be original.

The base is really Nice I definitely am getting that. It has a base similar to the older delta bandsaws.

Anyway, the saw is in pieces. Not sure if it is worth picking up? I have a 3hp Grizzly so it isn't a need. Not sure on value.
 
#3 ·
What would you use it for, or are you thinking re-sale? Does the motor run for sure? How easy is it to recycle if it turns out to be a dud? Those are the questions I would ask myself. (This from a machine junkie, LOL!)
 
#4 · (Edited by Moderator)
Best part is it's old cast iron which is a plus, it has a large table area. It looks really cool!

Plus it is free, I'm just not sure if it's worth the hassle. The body of the saw is in great shape paint and finish wise. The chrome is very nice. The top is off, so isn't the motor. I spun the arbor and it spun freely so might not need new bearings.

Plus it comes with a nice stand.

There have been times where I needed to rip something or another operation and my saw was set at a certain depth and distance and I could have used another saw.

Im not sure if the motor runs, She said she thinks they reversed the polarity because her Grandfather had one hand (Didn't make sense lol )
 
#5 ·
[Snip] There have been times where I needed to rip something or another operation and my saw was set at a certain depth and distance and I could have used another saw.

Im not sure if the motor runs, She said she thinks they reversed the polarity because her Grandfather had one hand (Didn t make sense lol )

- lateralus819
That logic works for me! I used it to accumulate 4 routers. ;-) Hmmmm, the polarity thing is kinda odd.
 
#9 ·
I say go for it unless she's got someone else to give it to. Worse case scenario, you find no use for it and donate it to someone just getting into the craft. I really like those old deco c-man saws. My uncle has my grandfathers 100 and one day ill bring it home and refurb it.
 
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