Need ideas for best place to sell inherited Powermatic band saw + fully decked out Shopsmith
I inherited some tools from my dad and I’m not sure of the best place to sell them.
The big ones are the Powermatic bandsaw and the fully decked out ShopSmith (lots of accessories … even has it’s own cabinet) + Jet table top lathe.
I decided to try here because Dad also subscribed to Fine Woodworking for decades.
Thanks in advance!
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I think craigslist is your best option - these sort of items don't ship easily.
FWIW, I don't care for Facebook Marketplace at all - terrible site that just doesn't work well or even give you the same results twice (who knows that their algorithms are).
Posting it here, and also on Lumberjocks and Sawmill Creek, might land you a local buyer as well.
I don't know that the Shopsmith will command a high price, but the Powermatic bandsaw might. If he had good quality hand tools, they may be worth more than you think.
Sorry about your loss.
I'd use email and the internet to find out what a "fair" price is for these taking in the condition of the tool. Then, I'd use the internet to find out what are the local woodworking clubs in your area. For stores such as Rockler and Woodcraft they often have a corkboard right by the bathrooms for just things. For other local clubs, I'd email them based on website contact. I know for my Bay Area club, I get an email or three a week for used tools. Priced properly, they sell.
Your pictures didn't seem to work. You should say where abouts you are. Someone might be close to you. What model is the Powermatic?
Shopsmiths are always listed on Craigslist. Wide range of prices for essentially the same thing. Just a couple of days ago my son asked me "what's the deal with Shopsmiths?" Someone near him has one for sale for $150. I didn't recommend he buy it however.
After you wade through the flakes and the no shows Craigslist is still your best bet for selling things like what you have.
Try Offerup, I used it for a bandsaw and got good response.
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