Thanks for the quick response. The seller also states that it never had a sharpening stone so i would need to purchase that as well i assume. The seller says it was only used to cut pickles.
I certainly know its a good deal. It's just not something i will use very frequently and now im worried about the condition of the blade if it's never been sharpened along with the indexing system. Since im not very handy i would hate to purchase it and be stuck investing $$ into it without really knowing what im doing lol.
Just noticed this thread. Is the indexing system still there & seized up or are the parts missing? I just picked up a 1712 for $200 & the indexing system was a little tight on it so I took it apart, cleaned & lubed everything, put it back together & it works great. It's an easy task. If you have any questions about it let me know. If the parts are missing & you have to buy them for the indexing system it will be close to $300 for all them new. Sharpeners range from $100 up. If you need a new blade it will be around $200. These prices are for Hobart parts - there may be alternatives but I'm not sure... Check that the blade doesn't wobble or lots of play in the shaft ie bearing going out. Again any questions just let me know...
Sorry to hear that Rich - thats a bummer...
I did not. I decided i really dont need it or have the room for it right now. If anybody is in the greater philadelphia area here is the link http://southjersey.craigslist.org/app/3336089861.html I was told $150 via email. Hopefully somebody here can take advantage!Well... Did you snag the slicer?
