Ever since I joined this forum I've read posts from many of you. A lot of posts. Some of which are about the Shopsmith 10E & 10ER. I know the Shopsmith's history, and they are the 1st. production model of a Shopsmith. I also know without out the 10E; we probably wouldn't have the Mark V and current Mark 7. Along with the Mark II and the original Mark VII.
I danced around asking the question on another page a few days ago:
Chad wrote:I still don't understand the 10E's/ER's.
JayArras wrote:What don't you understand, Chad?Chad wrote:I still don't understand the 10E's/ER's.
It was on https://www.shopsmith.com/ss_forum/view ... 72#p274740 a page of two trying to sell their Shopsmiths. One of which was a 10ER.Chad wrote:Ohhh, I'll save response to that for another time and place.
I'm not trying to stir the pot, but I don't understand why it's still popular with a lot of you. To me, it seems like a older (and I'm sure better built) version of the Mark II. I've often thought of buying a 10ER and making it into a dedicated drill press. It wouldn't take up much floor space like my Mark V. I see 10ER's for sale in my area constantly, so I know they're still plentiful. But, I can't seem to bring myself to get one. I'm still too much of a fan of my Mark V.
Are the 10E's & 10ER's a nostalgia piece? Or a collectors item? I see many of you have restored them. I just don't know why one would continue to use one on a perhaps daily basis. The Mark V model 500, 510 or 520 seem vastly superior to a 10E and 10ER in almost every way I can think of.
I can understand the collectible aspect of them. I myself collect all sorts of antiques. From antique farm equipment and tractors, to furniture, just to name a few. Heck, my daily driver is a 1989 GMC Sierra with over 400,000 miles. Yes, I love old things.
So, I want to hear from you. Please, post your comments, questions, etc. I want to hear from as many 10E & 10ER owners as possible.
I'll ask the question again. What's so great about the Shopsmith 10E's & 10ER's anyway?
I look forward to hearing from you!
Thanks.