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  1. 01-04-2010, 10:13 PM #1
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    What do you think of this tool?

    Its a comet radial arm from sometime in the 50's. I can pick it up for $100.
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  3. 01-04-2010, 10:28 PM #2
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    I say get it just because it is from the 50's and it looks like brand new. Plus I just like old stuff.
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  4. 01-04-2010, 10:31 PM #3
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    Heck that is so beautiful I'd put it in my living room.

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    Id have to snag it to... didnt really matter if id use it or not..
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    good liking saw, comets are good, did you have to clean it up
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    Quote Originally Posted by Craig McCormick View Post
    Heck that is so beautiful I'd put it in my living room.

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    You know I think a living room would make a great shop... especially mine..lol
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  8. 01-04-2010, 11:09 PM #7
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    Quote Originally Posted by Craig McCormick View Post
    Heck that is so beautiful I'd put it in my living room.

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  9. 01-04-2010, 11:21 PM #8
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    I don't have any use for a RAS. Hardly ever use my CMS but, that is a sweet lookin' tool. Is it really a small blade or is the saw chassis just that massive?
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  10. 01-04-2010, 11:40 PM #9
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    Wow! I was made in the 50's! I wish I looked that good...
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  11. 01-04-2010, 11:45 PM #10
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    They just don't make machines with that charm anymore!!
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  12. 01-05-2010, 1:16 AM #11
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    Comets have been used in commercial construction for a loooonnnngggg time. Get that thing it's worth more than asking!

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  13. 01-05-2010, 3:48 AM #12
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    I have been wanting a radial arm and I don't need something huge. I will call tomorrow and see if it is still available.
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  14. 01-05-2010, 6:42 PM #13
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    PLEASE... tell us you bought this saw! $100?!?!?!?! And you had to ask? Scheech!
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  15. 01-05-2010, 7:42 PM #14
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    One more 'get it' response.
    I'd stop by NAPA on the way home for a radiator hose elbow of appropriate diameter to put a 45- or 90-degree side discharge on that dust chute. A J- or U-bend would facilitate vacuum hose connection...

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  16. 01-05-2010, 8:07 PM #15
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    I really have no need in a RAS, haven't owned one in 25 years.
    But I'd jump on that at twice the price.
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