Skil HD-77 eBay Score & Restore

[THarvey]

Okay, I admit it is tough to turn a pen with one of these, but it can make a lot of pen blanks.

I have wanted a Skil HD-77 for some time, but did not want the retail price tag. I recently scored a rusty bargain off eBay. Invested a new blade and a little time cleaning her up Saturday.

If you are interested in the full process, I wrote it up with more pictures on my blog: Woodworking – Derusting and Restoring a Skil HD-77 Saw | Never Too Old To Learn
https://timharvey1.wordpress.com/2014/06/15/woodworking-derusting-and-restoring-a-skil-hd-77-saw/

Here is the before & after comparison.

 

[herrwood]

The old skill saws just keep running. I have one that was my wife's fathers not sure which model but it has to be at around 50 yrs old.

 

[mhbeauford]

Some of the old tools seem to run nearly forever. I have an old Black & Decker 3/8 heavy duty drill that the lady who is now my wife bought as a gift for me before we were married. We celebrated our 51st wedding anniversary in May!