Delta-Rockwell tools?

[Lewis Perry]

Are the older Delta Rockwell tools the same quality as the older Delta Tools? Thanks for any help.

[Chris Rosenberger]

I have owned several of both brands over the years & do not recall any difference in quality between them.

[Steve Schoene]

There have been various ups and downs and ups again in quality over the years, but not particularly related to the Delta Rockwell period.

[Mike Wilkins]

It is nothing more than a name change. I have had a 1964 Rockwell/Delta Unisaw in use since '99. Fine machine and parts are still available. Even with the name changes over the years, the saws are still the same Unisaw.

[Wes Bischel]

Lewis,
A lot depends on the machine type and age. I have a early '70's contractors saw and it has been a great machine. There are other machines that have not had a great track record.

More info over at OWWM.com.

Do you have a specific model in mind?

Wes

[Danny Buie]

Lewis,
The Rockwell years with the upside down "Y" (peace sign) are to be carefully scrutinized. This actually a stylized space shuttle. There were varying quality control problems during those years. Rockwell was in the picture from 1945-1984. 1945-1972 are considered the better years. There were some good machines and there were some not so good. Give any used machine a thorough going over.
Danny Buie
Baton Rouge

[Jerry Olexa]

I have 4 elec power drills and a couple portable 12v -18v etc. My favorite and one that gets most use is an old Rockwell when I'm in the shop.