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Thread: I'm not telling u where.
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18th August 2013, 11:16 AM #1
I'm not telling u where.
I've found an antique petal fretsaw for sale
$200 Au .
But would like some options on what this is worth ,I didn't get a chance to find any makers mark .
It needs a new belt( like the one on old singer sawing machines )
And the wooden arms need replacing .
No big drama there .
Other wise it's all there rust free and runs freely
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18th August 2013, 01:06 PM #2SENIOR MEMBER
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It's a bit hard to tell from your photo, but could this be the same saw?
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If it is then according to the advert the cost is $20.
Cheers,
Camo
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18th August 2013, 01:40 PM #3
Hi Camo
I think that's the one wow $20 Au
Thanks for looking that up
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18th August 2013, 01:47 PM #4
Camo do you have a date on the advertisement ?
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18th August 2013, 02:49 PM #5SENIOR MEMBER
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1920's I believe.
This is what the one in the advert looks like in the flesh I think.
NEW ROGERS FRETSAW « Pennyfarthing Tools Ltd
so that may give you a better idea on if it is the same or not.
Cheers,
Camo
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18th August 2013, 02:58 PM #6SENIOR MEMBER
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Some more information on dating, (assuming this is the same machine that is).
Millers Falls Company History: Miter Boxes, Drills, Scroll Saws
cheers,
Camo
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18th August 2013, 03:53 PM #7
Interesting reading thanks Camo
Any idea on it value ? Today
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18th August 2013, 05:33 PM #8SENIOR MEMBER
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To be honest, I don't think you are going to be able to find someone who will be able to accurately answer your question, with the current detail and sorry for the earlier $20 joke response.
But to help you a little, checking out past ebay sales may give you some idea, however with items like this, it is really a case of being worth what someone will pay, and potentially be majorly effected by factors like condition, rarity, how original, who are your competitors, etc, etc. But these are some examples:
"New Rogers" Millers Falls Fret Saw Nice Antique Cast Iron Machine | eBay
Note cast arms
Antq Cast 1RON New Rogers Fret Saw Scroll Saw Complete Original Parts | eBay
Note did not sell
"New Rogers" Millers Falls Fret Saw Nice Antique Cast Iron Machine | eBay
Note took a lower offer
Then add to that the fact that none of these sales are in Australia, there is obviously some variations in models (which means some may be rarer than others).
You need to remember yours needs replacement arms and belt (as you said no big issue, especially if your purpose is to use), but worth using as negotiation tools.
Cheers,
Camo
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18th August 2013, 08:33 PM #9
Thanks Camo
No harm done with the joke lol
It went straight over me
I think your right with price
Like u said one mans junk another's gold
It's a market out there
Think I will go back this week and have a closer look )
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18th August 2013, 08:49 PM #10
The Arms.
Hi Simplicity,
Of course if you change the Arms, then you lose the Authenticity of the Machine.
If you do change them, then keep the old ones.
There is a Chap in HTPAA, who has a couple of them, & knows quite about them. Use Google.Regards,
issatree.
Have Lathe, Wood Travel.
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18th August 2013, 10:00 PM #11
Hi isatree
Yes I do agree with the wooden arms.
But the ones on the saw at present are stuffed beyond us.e
If I to go and buy the saw I would keep the originals if possible and make a new set to get it up and running.
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