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Yep, pretty good deal
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Looks like a well cared for machine. I'd say you did pretty good. Machines like that go for slightly more here.
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Yep, I'd say you did aw-rite...enjoy!
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I also agree,very good deal for a very good saw at a good price.Love the cabinet---Carroll
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Yes, excellent machine, exact same saw as mine. Mine was purchased about 1979.
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I'd say a 2 eleven in progress.
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Dave, Just checked my old serial no. files... your saw was made in June of 1981.
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Thank you for the info, I was wondering about that.
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That's a nice saw.
28-281 is the likely catalog number, a 28-200 band saw on a 52-963 stand/motor package.
Since I don't have a 1981 price list, I can't comment on the 28-281 listing, but my 1984 price list shows the following
28-200 band saw only $613.00
52-963 Stand and motor combo $213.0
To adjust those prices for todays inflation, multiply those prices by two. That would be about right for USA-made quality.