Would you buy a factory reconditioned PC biscuit joiner online?

[Scott Schwake]

Looking to take advantage of the MS cashback program, and I can save about $25 by buying a factory reconditioned unit with full factory warranty over a non-reconditioned unit, do you think it is worth it? Anything I should be asking the seller about this unit?

Thanks, Scott

[Mike OMelia]

Only if it comes from Hardees.

Mike

[Tom Veatch]

The factory reconditioned items I've bought online may not have been as pristine in appearance, but the performance has been every bit as good as I would have expected from a "new" item. I personally have no qualms about buying factory reconditioned merchandise. In fact, if there's a choice and there's an appreciable discount, I'll usually opt for the reconditioned.

[Wade Lippman]

I have probably bought reconditioned about 5 or 6 times; haven't been able to tell they weren't new. Go for it. (assuming it is a reputable vendor!)

[Dewey Torres]

Factory reconditioned (FR) usually comes with great warranties and therefore if you are not using them on a TV set for a woodowrking show they turn out to be as good as new or you just exercise the warranty. I don't see how to go wrong really.

I have bought FR a number of times including my staple Bosch Colt and never... not once have I had one fail. TO ME... It is kind of like buying an old house that has already had the foundation settle plus a new warranty.

[Dewayne Reding]

I've purchased reconditioned about five times, and it has worked out everytime. It seems you would probably get a tool that actually went through some meaningful QC inspection. That said, your discount seems a little light IMO. Most of my Dewalt refurbs were selling at a minimum 35% discount a few years ago, and appeared virtually new.

[Bob Genovesi]

I'm going to vote a big thumbs up for "factory reconditioned" tools. I've gone this route 3 or 4 times and not once had a problem with any of them. I've bought both electric and pneumatic tools and saved a ton of money. I'm my opinion I could not tell these were reconditioned...

[Andy Casiello]

Another +1 on reconditioned gear. I've purchased a few reconditioned tools, including a Paslode finish nailer. They've worked great.

[Jim Kountz]

My shop and work trailer are full of FR tools. I jump on them whenever I can. I do have about 3 dealers that I buy from regularly and so I know what to expect from them.

[Russ Massery]

Same here Never had a issue with any recondition tools I have bought.

[Barry Vabeach]

I have had no problems with FR tools. The one area I would be hesitant is cordless tools - I assume the batteries aren't new and there is no way I know to test to see how much life they have in them or whether the prior owner abused them by overcharging, leaving them in excessive heat etc. Other than that, you can get some great deals and I have never been burned.

[Joe Von Kaenel]

Scott,

I bought my Dewalt Biscuit Joiner reconditioned and it works very well.

Joe

[Steve Clardy]

No problems here with recons.

[Ted Shrader]

Scott -

Factory reconditioned from a reliable vendor will save you some money. The extra $25, in this case, will buy a lot of biscuits.

The PC biscuit joiner also comes with a Face Frame cutter. With several others the FF cutter is an additional item to purchase.

Go for it,
Ted

[Jesse Cloud]

In most situations, reconditioning involves more quality inspections than manufacturing. I've never been disappointed.

Can;t say the same for "scratch and dent" sales, though.