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Regardless of what chisels thee gets, do some research on sharpening them in the meantime.

They ain't really sharp when you get them.

Yeah, I've been researching that quite a bit. Not sure if it's worth getting the sharpening system or just getting a feel for doing it free-hand on my bench ...

Thanks, all. "Funny farm" made me chuckle. It does seem like the very devout group of enthusiasts really makes the SS what it is. I am a forum junkie as it is, so having a good community is a huge bonus.

As for my SS, I will have to lube everything up soon. I had it closed back up by the time I saw ...

Sorry about thy experience... May not be as bad as it sounds.
I hope the seller discounted his 'price' after damaging it!!!!!

Sawdust Session #23 would be a good place to start.

Jacob Anderson has a several videos on youtube with information on the speed control assembly.

Thanks JPG and ...

Hi all, first timer here. I went to pick up a 1979 Mark V today, and between myself and the seller, we broke it. He inherited it from his dad and knew very little about it. I knew enough to get myself into trouble...

So basically, it ran beautifully. Then I attempted to move the speed controller ...