TreeGuyHR
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Hey everyone:
First, I'd like to say hello -- I am an arborist in Hood River, OR where I own my own business.
A friend in need wants to sell his 1980's era 090 with a 6 ft. bar and a few chains. He wants $5000, and after looking around the net, that seems about double. I don't want to totally hurt his feelings, but I am thinking of offering 2k
On what basis should I try to establish a value? I just saw it and handled it a few days ago (its in another state, 4 hrs away); I could kick myself for not taking a photo of it.
The saw:
Appears in good condition, all original.
Light use: He used it at the end of the OG logging era in WA state. He said that he would usually start his cut with a smaller saw to ensure an even cut (especially with cedar). It has never been used in an Alaskan mill. His garage has flooded a few times, but luckily he had it at his favorite saw shop on the wall.
So, I what info should I obtain to make an informed and reasonable offer?
I bought his 084 a year ago, (I think for $800) and when I had it tuned up, the shop said that the piston had some scoring on it. The 084 had a lot more use.
First, I'd like to say hello -- I am an arborist in Hood River, OR where I own my own business.
A friend in need wants to sell his 1980's era 090 with a 6 ft. bar and a few chains. He wants $5000, and after looking around the net, that seems about double. I don't want to totally hurt his feelings, but I am thinking of offering 2k
On what basis should I try to establish a value? I just saw it and handled it a few days ago (its in another state, 4 hrs away); I could kick myself for not taking a photo of it.
The saw:
Appears in good condition, all original.
Light use: He used it at the end of the OG logging era in WA state. He said that he would usually start his cut with a smaller saw to ensure an even cut (especially with cedar). It has never been used in an Alaskan mill. His garage has flooded a few times, but luckily he had it at his favorite saw shop on the wall.
So, I what info should I obtain to make an informed and reasonable offer?
I bought his 084 a year ago, (I think for $800) and when I had it tuned up, the shop said that the piston had some scoring on it. The 084 had a lot more use.