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   lonecat | Nov 02, 1999 07:26am | #1

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   Not many have been repaired. Just repackaged. These are the tools people take back to Home Depot after they use them for some little project.

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   Rockford_ | Nov 03, 1999 09:22am | #2

   *I've purchased quite a few reconditioned tools for professional use. I've bought them all from Junior's Tools (in Southern California) I agree with the previous post about tools being bought, used once and returned. The tools I bought were very close to new and at about 35% off of retail. When I'm in the market for a new tool, I always check the reconditioned stock first.Good Luck!

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   Nelson_Hufford | Nov 14, 1999 03:08am | #3

   *I just bought a reconditioned Dewalt Drywall/Deck Screw driver No DW 257. After close inspection I have concluded that it has never been used or out of the store. No skinned up places,bit has never touched screws. I got it from Harbor Freight and saved a hunk. I'll do it again untill burned. Huffy

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   Steve_Coleman_of_Crofton | Nov 17, 1999 06:46am | #4

   *bRECONDITIONED TOOLS: NEVER FROM THE MANUFACTURERI purchased a Campbell Hausfeld 1 1/2 HP "Reconditioned" air compressor direct from the manufacturer at a price $40-$50 higher than a new one at HD and it was arrived unsecured in a flimsy box and when I openned the drain, a quart of rusty condensation spilled out onto the floor. Oh yeh, they put in a brand new air filter. Then, I was convinced to give them a second chance. The next one arrived dirty w/mud caked on it and a broken leg. If Campbell has a problem with this message, I've saved my receipts and coorespondence when I got an RMA # and got my money back including the shipping. Even though Campbell Hausfeld's price at HD has come down, I won't touch it. Bought a Thompson T30HP for trim, roofing and framing work. Quiet 69 db, recovers in 21 seconds, a little slow but I couldn't afford the T120ST at another $100. This will last forever and its a fine piece of hardware. Reconditioned: only through a reputable source like the one posted and ask folks in the trade.

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   Steve_Coleman_of_Crofton | Nov 17, 1999 06:49am | #5

   *Actually, the price was $40-$50 lower, not higher than a new air compressor at HD. But after all the hassle, it felt like it was higher.

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   Mike_W. | Nov 20, 1999 09:18pm | #6

   *Bought a "reconditioned" Paslode Impulse cordless finish nailer at Home Depot for $200.00 off the regular price...after haggling with the manager a bit! The tool didn't look like it had been used for more than 100-150 nails. In fact, a stip of 2" nails were still in the magazine (which leads me to believe not much was done to "recondition" it). Also, they failed to clean the internal motor assembly during the "reconditioning" process. However, once I cleaned the motor and filter, it has worked like a charm. A little cleaning was worth a $200 savings. Plus, it came along with a full warranty.Bottomline: in this particular case it turned out okay. However, I'm still a bit leary about purchasing reconditioned tools, unless I can't inspect before buying.

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   Chuckster_ | Nov 24, 1999 10:40pm | #7

   *I put myself thru college working Q.C. for Skil Mfg. before screwing boxes to the walls. The only tools that got a second look were the reconditioned tools. I buy as many of my tools as I can rec

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   Brian_Glass | Nov 28, 1999 09:15am | #8

   *Gentlemen, just let me say that there are some incredibly good bargains out there for used/reconditioned tools. Make sure you know what you are buying and who you are buying it from. My best example is a 12" rockwell panal saw with: a scoring blade, 60" sliding table, 12 blades(only 6 were usable..., 5hp single phase motor, and a folding out-feed table in PERFECT working order for the tidy sum of $900.00. I think I spent all of an hour truing up the saw after the seller delivered it to my door! Unfortunatly for him, he didn't know how to turn on the scoring blade and thought that it was broken! His loss, my gain. I am always on the look out for a bargain and I make sure never to by something I'm not familiar with. Good luck finding what you need!Brian

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   E._Lomeli | Jan 13, 2000 12:07pm | #9

   *You might want to try "Tool Crib" or some of the other large suppliers/resellers out there. You can get some pretty decent prices as well as full warrantees to go with your purchases. The choices are somewhat slim at times, but call them for a catalog or their monthly specials.

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   E._Lomeli | Jan 13, 2000 12:14pm | #10

   *You might want to try "Tool Crib" or some of the other large suppliers/resellers out there. You can get some pretty decent prices as well as full warrantees to go with your purchases. The choices are somewhat slim at times, but call them for a catalog or their monthly specials. I have bought several tools from Tool Crib and I am quite satisfied with their customer service and timely shipping. Many times a tool has not even been unpacked, but once it comes back to them; they tell me that it can't be sold as new. Who knows, you may be able to save a bundle on what is technically a new tool. I will definitely look at re-con first. Good luck. E. Lomeli

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   Martin_Kircher | Jan 13, 2000 12:14pm | #11

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   What is the debate on buying reconditioned power tools?
   There is a price savings, yes, but do we give up quality?

   Next question...why are there so many reconditioned tools? If they were so good why do they have to be repaired and sold again?