Ridgid Jointer: Is this a good deal?

c remora asks:

>
>Anybody know if the new Ridgid manufacturer is still
>making jointers (so replacement parts may still be
>available in the future?)

Yeah, they're still making them. Check out www.ridgid.com.

>I've already succumbed to the good prices on their 12" CMS
>and 13" planer. Am I investing too heavily in Ridgid?

If the tools work for you, then you're investing wisely. If they don't, you're
in too far already.

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I called Ridgid and ask them if parts were still available, and they told me
no problem. I own a shop full of Ridgid equipment, and was wondering if I
should do the EBay thing or not. The answer is not.

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They're just stupid drawings that give you a cheap laugh."
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"c r" <[email protected]> wrote in message
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> Hi,
>
> Found a floor model Ridgid Jointer for $280. Looks a little
> dinged up, but mostly okay. What do folks think, is this
> something I shouldn't pass up?
>
> Anybody know if the new Ridgid manufacturer is still
> making jointers (so replacement parts may still be
> available in the future?)
>
> I've already succumbed to the good prices on their 12" CMS
> and 13" planer. Am I investing too heavily in Ridgid?
>
> Thanks!

On 19 Feb 2004 12:43:15 -0800, [email protected] (c r) wrote:

>Hi,
>
>Found a floor model Ridgid Jointer for $280. Looks a little
>dinged up, but mostly okay. What do folks think, is this
>something I shouldn't pass up?

I have one, and would gladly pay $280 for one in excellent shape. I'd
probably go about $200-225 for good to very good condition.

I have a standing offer of $275 for mine, in very good shape with an
extra set of knives, to be exercised when I find a suitable 8"
machine.

The 6" Ridgid is $379 new in most Home Depots.

Barry