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Which Mark V
Posted: Fri Aug 01, 2014 8:42 pm
by JohnSWA
Hi folks!
Yes I'm a noob to this stuff and I'm sure you get these questions all the time but which Mark V do you think is the better deal?
http://phoenix.craigslist.org/cph/tls/4520382466.html or
http://tucson.craigslist.org/tls/4591967151.html
My wife and I are really looking forward to doing some wood working together and like I said earlier, I'm very new to this wonderful hobby.
which one
Posted: Fri Aug 01, 2014 9:30 pm
by wgander
The one in Tucson seems to have a few more things but costs more. As one who has sold (even Shopsmith stuff) on CL, prices are negotiable. If they're in comparable condition, I'd try to get a lower price on the Tucson sale.
Posted: Fri Aug 01, 2014 9:39 pm
by joedw00
Welcome to the forum. My vote would be the one in Tucson. Like wgander said CL, prices are negotiable, offer what you would like to pay for it, and go from there. The most he can say is no. Good luck
Posted: Fri Aug 01, 2014 9:53 pm
by JPG
The more $ one has a lathe duplicator.
If that is meaningful to you then it is the deciding factor.
If not, then $ is the deciding factor.
Yes comparable condition assumed.
Welcome!
Posted: Fri Aug 01, 2014 10:03 pm
by JohnSWA
Thanks guys! Lots to think about. Lots of older models for sale for a lot less. I just want a quality tool that doesn't need much if any work.
Posted: Fri Aug 01, 2014 10:13 pm
by JPG
JohnSWA wrote:Thanks guys! Lots to think about. Lots of older models for sale for a lot less. I just want a quality tool that doesn't need much if any work.
Then 'condition' will top the list!;)
But do keep in mind many 50+ year old units are still going strong.
A 'new' one will require the same 'maintenance attention'.(new Power Pro excepted).
Posted: Sat Aug 02, 2014 7:46 am
by idcook
You AND the missus, eh?
The Oro Valley deal appears the better between these two. Many more extras in evidence there. Much of it in unused condition.
However, as JPG points out, the older machines vary little if at all from later models; and all require at least basic maintenance. So why scrimp?
Hey! Maybe you can grab the Oro Valley AND an older greenie for cheap? :-)
Posted: Sat Aug 02, 2014 8:11 am
by JPG
[quote="idcook"]You AND the missus, eh?
The Oro Valley deal appears the better between these two. Many more extras in evidence there. Much of it in unused condition.
However, as JPG points out, the older machines vary little if at all from later models]
By all means, get them both.
Think of them as his/hers. I let you decide which is which!:D
Just a matter of time until you realize you need more than one.
