Northerner Posted October 20, 2015 Report Share Posted October 20, 2015 i know the Dewalt type 1 is the better of the two saws but just how much better is it? i have a chance to get a type 2 that is in great condition for two bills and im wondering if its worth it or not? please let me know your thoughts & suggestions. thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WayneMahler Posted October 20, 2015 Report Share Posted October 20, 2015 I'm definitely interested in the responses to this also. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NC Scroller Posted October 21, 2015 Report Share Posted October 21, 2015 $200 for a gently used Type 2 is not bad especially if it has extras like light and stand. New they would run you $500. I have both models. The blade holders are slightly different. The biggest difference on mine is how close to 90 the blade a table meet when looking front to back. The type 1 is better but not perfect. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Jay Posted October 21, 2015 Report Share Posted October 21, 2015 That is a good price for a gently used Type 2. I got a nearly unused Type 1 for just a bit more than that several years ago, but in a very small market in Alaska. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amazingkevin Posted October 21, 2015 Report Share Posted October 21, 2015 I'm not sure about prices of parts for the DW but if you already have one another one for parts at that price sounds like a deal.I would buy it. i know the Dewalt type 1 is the better of the two saws but just how much better is it? i have a chance to get a type 2 that is in great condition for two bills and im wondering if its worth it or not? please let me know your thoughts & suggestions. thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dgman Posted October 21, 2015 Report Share Posted October 21, 2015 Just remember that a type I is at least fifteen years old! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnR48 Posted October 21, 2015 Report Share Posted October 21, 2015 I have a type 2 and never a problem with it. A great step up from my old Dremel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ike Posted October 21, 2015 Report Share Posted October 21, 2015 that is a good price. I have bots types.I bought the type one new and It has served me well. I did have it in the shop a year ago and it was under warente but no problems since. The type 1 i just bought for $150 from a friend and it is defiantly a better saw. The type 1 was under priced. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heppnerguy Posted October 22, 2015 Report Share Posted October 22, 2015 I hab Ve has my type. 2 for about ten years and I use it a lot. Stripped out the blade clamp once using a leverage for easier tightening. Won't do that again. Never been to the repair shop yet Dick heppnetgiy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northerner Posted October 22, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 22, 2015 i thought the saw came with the stand and light but it is for the saw only. do you guys think its still worth it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
herrwood Posted October 22, 2015 Report Share Posted October 22, 2015 (edited) My thoughts on used tools is they are like used cars if parts are avaiable and you know how to fix them they are fine otherwise they can wind up costing you more in repairs then a new. If you know the seller it may be a good otherwise its just a roll of the dice. Edited October 22, 2015 by herrwood Scrappile 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EarltheScroller Posted October 23, 2015 Report Share Posted October 23, 2015 For $200 I'd grab it. Of course you can always dicker and offer $150 and see what he has to say... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NC Scroller Posted October 23, 2015 Report Share Posted October 23, 2015 Per Amazon a new stand and light would cost you $100. Still not a bad deal if the saw is in good shape Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ike Posted October 23, 2015 Report Share Posted October 23, 2015 I just bought a used DW 788 and I had an old table saw stand and I took $10 of plywood and converted it over for my saw, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dgman Posted October 23, 2015 Report Share Posted October 23, 2015 Per Amazon a new stand and light would cost you $100. Still not a bad deal if the saw is in good shape Don't spend money on the DeWalt light, it's crapp! woodknots 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NC Scroller Posted October 24, 2015 Report Share Posted October 24, 2015 Dan I have the light on my Dewalt and my club has one on each of their two saws. The only complaint I have is they get so hot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ike Posted October 24, 2015 Report Share Posted October 24, 2015 I have never had a scroll saw light that was any good. I have good overhead lighting amazingkevin 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tvman44 Posted October 24, 2015 Report Share Posted October 24, 2015 I'd still buy it. amazingkevin 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DWSUDEKUM Posted October 24, 2015 Report Share Posted October 24, 2015 Get LED lights for the bulb if you get the light that fits on the saw. This will save you burns if you touch it and it a LOT brighter and will last longer than the saw probably. DW amazingkevin 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCtoolguy Posted October 24, 2015 Report Share Posted October 24, 2015 I bought a used type 1 for $250. It had the stand (tubular) and light. I threw both away and built a great stand out of 4 x 4 stock and bought a Harbor Freight illuminated magnifier. I clamped the magnifier to my workbench that sits next to my saw so there is absolutely no vibration. I got the stand plans from the Scrollsaw Workshop site. So, for under $300 dollars I have a great saw. I also followed the video that shows how to replace/lube all the bearings and I feel that my saw is better than a brand new one. But, with that said, I'd buy the saw just to have it around. If one is good two has to be better. Ray amazingkevin and WayneMahler 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparkey Posted October 25, 2015 Report Share Posted October 25, 2015 I have had a type 2 for two years and no problems. For $200 i would buy it, new cost $450. amazingkevin 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amazingkevin Posted October 25, 2015 Report Share Posted October 25, 2015 i thought the saw came with the stand and light but it is for the saw only. do you guys think its still worth it? Throw the light away .It's next to impossible to get the bulb out with your fingers and the flex arm never stays put.I put mine on my drill press and tied it off .Now the light bulb vibrated out and broke lol! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amazingkevin Posted October 25, 2015 Report Share Posted October 25, 2015 I bought a used type 1 for $250. It had the stand (tubular) and light. I threw both away and built a great stand out of 4 x 4 stock and bought a Harbor Freight illuminated magnifier. I clamped the magnifier to my workbench that sits next to my saw so there is absolutely no vibration. I got the stand plans from the Scrollsaw Workshop site. So, for under $300 dollars I have a great saw. I also followed the video that shows how to replace/lube all the bearings and I feel that my saw is better than a brand new one. But, with that said, I'd buy the saw just to have it around. If one is good two has to be better. Ray Ray i'm with you 100% I have the tube stand too and was thinking of mounting a couple of tools on it with wheels. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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