Customized vintage Sears Roebuck table saw on wheeled stand - $250 (Needham)

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Downsizing my workshop retiring professional woodworker and furniture builder. This is one of my saws dedicated to intricate work. It is made by Sears/ Roebuck company back in 1986 under Craftsman name. Model # 103.0213. The saw has very slim -1/16" carbide tipped blade. The blade itself is 8" in diameter. The motor is 3/4 Horse Power Craftsman with 3550 RPM. Model of the motor # 113.1995. It is capacitor type one and the last time I had to replace capacitor was in 2010 or 2011. It is very quiet and quite powerful for its use. Rips 1" thick 2 feet long oak in one pass with minimal waste due to extra thin blade. I've made a self tension of the motor by using its own weight and mounting on metal hinged plate and also have a micro tension adjustment plate to relieve extra stress on the belt when needed. The motor could be wired for either 110 V or 230 V. Currently it operates on 110 volts. The belt has less than about 3-4 hours on it, so will have a long way to go. It also has a custom made metal cover to prevent debris flying on the pulley and to protect the belt. I do regular maintenance of the saw: vacuuming after each operation and complete tune up with lubrication and waxing every three- four months. There is no rust and everything moves smoothly and freely. The table of the saw tilts to the right- this is equal to a left tilting blade or modern saws. The top surface is constantly waxed to repel possible rust and provide slick platform for easily sliding the stock along the table. The rip fence is made out of cast iron and has a positive locking knob/ lever. The side of the fence is also waxed for smooth operation. All graduations are clearly marked/ etched and everything, except the motor (replaced in 1995) and belt (replaced in 2024) is original. The table saw is mounted on the mobile base which has metal adjustable in height legs on all four corners. To the rear of the base there is a welded rod to which two large wheels are attached. The front had oak handles that are bolted to the top sides of the base and protruding about 5" from the front with custom shaped grip. The saw stays in position firmly and steady. When you have to move it to a different location just grab the handles and lift the front of the base about an inch or so from the floor. Then use it as a wheelbarrow or two wheel to roll around. The top of the mobile base has a custom slot to hold the miter gauge in vertical position. It is designed to make sure that there is no obstruction during operation and now sticking parts. The slot is lined with rubber to prevent damage to the miter gauge. The gauge itself it rather heavy and very reliable. Alongside and underneath the top running a heavy duty (double insulated in rubber) 14-2 stranded copper cable (not a cheap aluminum substitution). This cable runs from the motor to electric 15 Amp outlet underneath the base well protected from accidents. It connects the cable to the outlet by a heavy duty plug. At any time you can disconnect the cable from the saw and plug in any other power tool at your disposal - like a drill or a sander. From the outlet there is a 10+ (ten) feet long power 14 gauge red copper cable that can be connected to any power outlet on the wall in your shop. In between this cable and the outlet installed a large magnetic switch with "knee operation" for stop. After plugging the saw to the power source of your choice all you have to do- is to press the green/ "on" button the magnetic switch to turn the saw on (or to use any other power tool connected to the electric outlet underneath the mobile base). When done with operation just push the large button on the switch with your knee (or hand). The top of the mobile base has a rectangular opening cut exactly under the saw to allow the wood dust falling through without accumulating inside the saw's body. On the bottom shelf of the base I used to keep a large plastic container for dust collection. This plastic bin has been claimed by my grand kids and does not come with the saw. But you can use any Amazon or UPS box for that purpose or, finances permitting, get a medium size plastic bin from a Dollar Store. When the saw was not in use this bottom shelf has been designated for holding wood for the next project. There is also about 10" in height clearance between the bottom shelf and the floor. So this area could be used for storing something less sensitive to possible moisture materials. The wheels are well lubricated and roll effortlessly. They don't have much mileage on them and the rubber thread is in "like new" condition. At the most the saw's base has been traveling about 5 feet before and after each use. I did store it along one of the walls in my well temperature and humidity controlled workshop. In between the handles on the top cross brace there is a red (nail polish) date 1987. That is the date of the construction of the base, while the saw itself dates to 1986 (manufacturing date). As mentioned before, all electrical and mechanical components have been professionally maintained, adjusted and cleaned. This is an original saw/ not a restored one and has been used by professional woodworker. I am retiring and downsizing the amount of tools my shop. There is no rush to sell, thus please be serious about the purchase and don't offer to "donate to a single mother", charity or offer "$10 for scrap". The machine is in good working condition and I would like it to go to a fellow woodworker rather than a dealer or somebody to take it for parts. Also, please note, although everything could be disassembled, it would be a good idea to haul the saw in one piece with the stand and motor in place. For that purpose you will need a van, large SUV or better yet- a truck. Assembled the measurements are 32" long (without the handles), 36" long with the handles, 19" wide. The height is currently set at 37" from the ground for comfortable operation. Fence will add about another 3-1/2"- 4", but it could be removed for transportation. As to the weight, despite very easy rolling around, lifting the machine is another story. It is about 150 pounds and will definitely require two people. My shop is on the first level and there is only one step to overcome/ roll over. The rest is flat. But loading in the car may be tricky, although I will help. Just took the saw outside and back in the shop to take "daylight" photos. Pictures are attached to this posting. Thank you for looking.

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posted: 2026-01-16 05:19

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