[AT] chop-saw

[Rob Wilson]

I know it's tough no doubt about it. The reason is we all contribute to the problem by trying to save a few bucks and then there is no US manufacturer. 

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From: at-bounces at lists.antique-tractor.com [mailto:at-bounces at lists.antique-tractor.com] On Behalf Of jtchall at nc.rr.com
Sent: Monday, December 31, 2012 9:50 PM
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Subject: Re: [AT] chop-saw

Rob, MUCH harder to buy American than you think. We needed a new grinder at work to mount deburring wheels on. The boss wouldn't let me spend a fortune on something made by Baldor so I spent about $300 on a unit from Grainger. I asked them if it was American made, they said yes, the box had China plastered all over it.

This year we needed a new set of digital micrometers to keep in the grind shop. The boss wanted Starrett so they would be American made. After 2 months I had not gotten the set in nor could I find them anywhere in the US. 
I called Starrett and found out they were having trouble at their factory in CHINA and they didn't know when they would be able to deliver them. I expressed my disgust that such items were made out of the US only to be told it was OK because they owned the factory. Lets see, they want to manufacture tools for sale to manufacturing facilities in the US but aren't willing to make what they sell here. I cancelled the order and then ordered a set of Mitutoyo mikes for less money, and I had them the next day.

John Hall



-----Original Message-----
From: Rob Wilson
Sent: Sunday, December 30, 2012 11:48 PM
To: 'Antique tractor email discussion group'
Subject: Re: [AT] chop-saw

If it's anything like the rest of the POS they sell I would be afraid of it. 
I've had a few things from them and all junk. Support Americans and buy from a reputable place. I know some will say they can't afford to buy name brand. 
Rent one then.

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[mailto:at-bounces at lists.antique-tractor.com] On Behalf Of jtchall at nc.rr.com
Sent: Sunday, December 30, 2012 8:07 AM
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Subject: [AT] chop-saw

Anyone here ever use a metal chop-saw form Harbor Freight? I’m looking at buying one so I can do a little better job at fabricating than using a torch or reciprocating saw. I would definitely use a name brand blade in it. Your thoughts?

John Hall
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