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  1. 20th November 2021, 08:33 PM #1
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    Default Durden pacemaker - is it worth buying?

    I came across a durden pacemaker, which I am considering as I have been looking for a table saw - currently listed for $600AUD.

    Is it worth considering purchasing this, or am I better off saving my money until I can get a half decent contractor saw (or something else)

    Thanks in advance for any comments/suggestions!

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  3. 20th November 2021, 10:08 PM #2
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    Hi and welcome to the forum.
    I would save the money. Its only 1 HP which is way under powered for most woodworking. That and the age of it also means its way overpriced.
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    It is old and no parts are available but there are many still in service tt would be better than most contractor saws which essentially bottom of the line machines, I would suggest $400 would be closer to the mark
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  6. 21st November 2021, 12:17 PM #5
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    thanks for the feedback everyone. Looks like I should skip this one unless I can get it for a much lower price

    I appreciate all the feedback!
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    Sorry I only just spotted that its a combo machine (under all that stuff) so the jointer would be of some use. I used to have an old Ezycut combo that I bought for the jointer. It was also 1 HP and I found the saw only good for small stuff due to the power. Dont think I would pay more than $200 tops for it however.
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  8. 21st November 2021, 04:04 PM #7
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    I have owned the same model about 15 years ago. I never used the spindle shoulder but the saw is basic yet capable. It has a 3 blade cutter head on the jointer and knives are available at most saw sharpening places. A 10" blade is fine for most jobs.

    As for the price I would think $250 to $350 would be reasonable.
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