For the last 3 weeks I have been convalescing at home from back surgery. To pass the time, LOML had brought home a large box of old FWW magazines donated to the library where she works that they could no longer use. Some issues are 25+ years old. Many of the ads for stationary and even portable power tools are for manufacturers that are no longer n business or have been acquired by other companies.
My question to the members here is twofold:
1. Do you own any of these tools?
2. Are you able to service them when something breaks?
Most of my stationary tools are 'Kenmores' (aka, Craftsman) and I manage to get what I need done with them, but for budget reasons I would consider an off brand if I could get assurances that it is serviceable. I'm usually able to do most mechanical repairs myself. Any thoughts/opinions on that approach?
My question to the members here is twofold:
1. Do you own any of these tools?
2. Are you able to service them when something breaks?
Most of my stationary tools are 'Kenmores' (aka, Craftsman) and I manage to get what I need done with them, but for budget reasons I would consider an off brand if I could get assurances that it is serviceable. I'm usually able to do most mechanical repairs myself. Any thoughts/opinions on that approach?