Originally Posted by
Jared Walters
Not at all hard to believe. I routinely see plain old Baileys in antique stores for over $90. In fact I don't think I have ever seen one in restored condition for less than $100. I will take the $15 rusty one at the next booth and spend a couple hours cleaning any day of the week.
No kidding. I found a rusty old #5 Bailey on the Bay. . .it was a blast to recondition and clean up. And well worth the $25 I spent (including shipping). I should take a picture of it and get the picture off the Bay listing. . .the brass and nickel stuff shines now and looks purdy.
The Barefoot Woodworker.
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