Guys
I am like a lot of people I think. I am at the age that I want quality tools but have a very limited supply of cash, capital, money, etc. I have been looking at Craigslist for 2 months now for an 8 inch jointer and very few come up that I think are anywhere near a deal. I am debating ordering a Grizzly (nothing in stock, probably until December before they can ship) and buying an older, used jointer on line. Here is my question. It seems, the best I can do, is buy a 5-10 year old 8 inch jointer for around $500 on craigslist vs getting a Grizzly new, $850, plus shipping. I know everyone talks about getting the great Craigslist deal but I simply haven't seen it. In fact, I've looked within 250 miles of my house.
I am also going to upgrade my table saw. Have the cheapo ridged saw right now (I shouldn't say it like that, the darn saw has served me well for 10+ years) and thinking about placing an order with Grizzly for both the table saw and jointer. The total cost, roughly, would be $2600 for both. If I could find used equipment online, I feel like I could save maybe $800. Is it worth giving up the search and buying new, getting the warranty, and all that comes with a new machine or would you keep searching for used equipment. My only issue with used is having to put money into someone else's problem.
Would appreciate your thoughts. (and I do know, Grizzly isn't considered the Gold Standard but I have read the reviews, and based on my financial situation, works the best)