How to check a 1950's Shopsmith?

[JamesB]

I found a "1950's shopsmith" on Craigslist and my question is what do I look for or how do I check it when I inspect it and make an offer? I plan on taking pics and posting them here after I look at it. I would like to check it, take pics and get advice from the shopsmith owners before making an offer.
Thanks, Jim

 

[Robert Taylor]

there is a wealth of information at the following site. way too much to try to cover here

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[JamesB]

there is a wealth of information at the following site. way too much to try to cover here

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sweet. Thanks.
I went there, there is alot of information there. All I want to know is what to look for when I look at it to tell if it is worth it.

 

[TerryDowning]

It's a really great community over there too. Very helpful and welcoming. I have never not received help when asked for.

 

[randyrls]

The greatest thing about a 50's SS is that you can still get parts for it from SS!!!!!

 

[TerryDowning]

Mine is in rehab right now. I just replaced the speed changer at 55 years old, it was worn beyond repair, now redoing the bearings. It should be like new when done. I think I'm going to redo the paint as well. My dad painted it a really ugly blue decades ago, and that paint is chipped and showing wear. I think Hammered blue and hammered Silver would look good.