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Hello,
I have just found this site and I have really enjoyed having a look through it since.
I do apologise if this question has been asked before. I did a search, but didn't find anything so I hope somebody can offer me some advice.
I hope to buy a table saw in the not too distant future and having been checking out the various options and knowing that I want as accurate a one as I can afford, I have kind of settled on the Elektra Beckum PK200 Kit at about £630.
However, I was wondering would an older cast iron topped saw, eg Startrite etc, be a better buy? If I bought a tired one, would it be expensive to restore it to reliable condition, if at all possible, and would it ever be as accurate as the new Elektra? If anybody knows what these old saws are worth and who supplies them, it would be helpful. I have seen a few on eBay, but I am sure the delivery charges would be attrocious due to the bulk, the weight and the journey across the Irish sea! I really can't afford to spend much more than £600 odd but I would like to do the best I can for the money.
Any advice, or experiences is very welcome, thank you.
Mick.
I have just found this site and I have really enjoyed having a look through it since.
I do apologise if this question has been asked before. I did a search, but didn't find anything so I hope somebody can offer me some advice.
I hope to buy a table saw in the not too distant future and having been checking out the various options and knowing that I want as accurate a one as I can afford, I have kind of settled on the Elektra Beckum PK200 Kit at about £630.
However, I was wondering would an older cast iron topped saw, eg Startrite etc, be a better buy? If I bought a tired one, would it be expensive to restore it to reliable condition, if at all possible, and would it ever be as accurate as the new Elektra? If anybody knows what these old saws are worth and who supplies them, it would be helpful. I have seen a few on eBay, but I am sure the delivery charges would be attrocious due to the bulk, the weight and the journey across the Irish sea! I really can't afford to spend much more than £600 odd but I would like to do the best I can for the money.
Any advice, or experiences is very welcome, thank you.
Mick.