While the pickings are typically very slim when it comes to good, used power tools in Colorado, I have recently seen what appear to be nice examples of Delta Unisaws and a even a few Powermatic 66 models on craigslist. I'm not ready to buy such a saw just yet, but I'd like to pose a few questions which would help when I do decide to buy:
- Am I correct that a PM-66 has a riving knife, but a Unisaw does not?
- Are the older Unisaws, pre-1980s, any better or worse than newer models? I've seen what appear to be nice examples of older Unisaws for sale on craigslist
- Are there any particular versions or years of manufacture to be avoided when shopping for used Unisaws or Powermatic cabinet saws?
- The trend seems to be $1,000 for a late model, used unisaw with fence. Would you agree this is a fair price?
- If the conditions are similar, would a used PM-66 deserve a higher price than a used Unisaw?
Thanks!