So I bought a Powermatic Artisian saw with a biesmeier ( sp?) fence , 1 1/2 hp motor and a mobile base . The saw is about 20 years old . It seems to be in good shape, paid $250 for it, I'm think it was a good buy and I'm happy so far.
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So I bought a Powermatic Artisian saw with a biesmeier ( sp?) fence , 1 1/2 hp motor and a mobile base . The saw is about 20 years old . It seems to be in good shape, paid $250 for it, I'm think it was a good buy and I'm happy so far.
Dennis
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no pics. .
didn't happen. ..
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Sounds good to me I've heard of Powermatic.The word on the street is the old stuff is solid.
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As I recall that was a well regarded contractors saw. I think you did good. You'll love that Biesemeyer fence.
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You did really good. I've seen those saws listed for 2-3 times that. You bought a fence and got a saw free!
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I had to take it apart to fit in my suv. It's at the house I'm moving to soon, pictures as soon as I get it together.Originally Posted by Paolo Trevisan
Dennis
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If it's in nice shape, $250 is a great buy....especially if it has solid cast wings. You're on the cusp....it could be a US made PM63 or a Taiwanese made PM64. Either way, with the Biese fence, good alignment, and a decent blade, you should have yourself a nice saw. Congrats.....and post some pics!
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Sweet deal.
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I wouldn't take triple that for my older model 62.
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Sounds like a good deal
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