Used Hegner Multimax 2? - Scroll Saw Woodworking & Crafts Message Board

bconwil · 02-23-2009, 10:30 PM

I have the opportunity to purchase a used Hegner Multimax 2 for $250. I am interested in what types of issues to look for when I inspect the saw. Also, are there any issues with getting parts for that model?

I currently have a delta 16 in. vs that has seen better days. It it still runs okay, but I was looking for something smoother.

Any thoughts or advice would be appreciated.

Rolf · 02-24-2009, 01:20 PM

BUy BUY BUY!

GrayBeard Phil · 02-24-2009, 01:45 PM

For $250 USD????

What's wrong, truck run over it or something?

Guy needs vig for loan shark?

Do watch Ebay for selling prices of such saws, many times ending auction bid will be double or more than $250.00 (plus shipping). Check out price of new saw on Web.

See Rolf's reply above.

BTW: welcome to forum.

Don Williamson · 02-24-2009, 02:25 PM

I think you are talking about a Hegner Multimax 22. If so, buy it; a new machine costs about $1,500. You will have no problem getting parts. Having said that, you probably will seldom, if ever, need any. You can call Advanced Machinery, 1 800 220-4264, and ask for Hans who has over 30 years experience with Hegner.
Don

bconwil · 02-24-2009, 04:20 PM

I recieved some more information on the saw. It is a 14 in. model built in 1985 being sold by the orginal owner who claims it is in good working condition.

NNarsi · 02-27-2009, 07:44 AM

And he lives in Rosharon? Craigslist? Too old for the price. I'm letting it go. But if you do buy it, let me know how it worked out. I'm new to all this and curious.

na

Rolf · 02-27-2009, 01:21 PM

I thought it was the 18" Vs saw. 14" is a bit small. I must back off a bit on my initial enthusiasm.

bconwil · 02-27-2009, 08:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NNarsi

And he lives in Rosharon? Craigslist? Too old for the price. I'm letting it go. But if you do buy it, let me know how it worked out. I'm new to all this and curious.

na

That is the one I was considering. However, I'm just moving back into my house after Hurricane Ike, and I have a few other things on the list which are taking priority, so I will probably pass on this one too.

Thanks to everyone who took the time to comment.
-Barry

Tom J. · 02-27-2009, 09:23 PM

FYI. Advanced Machinery is offering a new 14" on Amazon for $749.00

Tom

Indiana saw man · 02-27-2009, 09:38 PM

better get it before its gone

02-23-2009, 10:30 PM	#1
bconwil Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 3	Used Hegner Multimax 2? I have the opportunity to purchase a used Hegner Multimax 2 for $250. I am interested in what types of issues to look for when I inspect the saw. Also, are there any issues with getting parts for that model? I currently have a delta 16 in. vs that has seen better days. It it still runs okay, but I was looking for something smoother. Any thoughts or advice would be appreciated.

02-24-2009, 01:20 PM	#2
Rolf Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Bellport, LI New York Posts: 2,808	BUy BUY BUY! __________________ Rolf RBI G4 Hawk, Delta SS350 Philosophy "I don't know that I can't, therefore I can"

02-24-2009, 01:45 PM	#3
GrayBeard Phil Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Near Detroit, Michigan Posts: 1,156	For $250 USD???? What's wrong, truck run over it or something? Guy needs vig for loan shark? Do watch Ebay for selling prices of such saws, many times ending auction bid will be double or more than $250.00 (plus shipping). Check out price of new saw on Web. See Rolf's reply above. BTW: welcome to forum. Last edited by GrayBeard Phil; 02-24-2009 at 01:46 PM. Reason: add welcome to 1st time poster.

02-24-2009, 02:25 PM	#4
Don Williamson Big Sky Scroller Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Polson, MT Posts: 34	Used Hegner I think you are talking about a Hegner Multimax 22. If so, buy it; a new machine costs about $1,500. You will have no problem getting parts. Having said that, you probably will seldom, if ever, need any. You can call Advanced Machinery, 1 800 220-4264, and ask for Hans who has over 30 years experience with Hegner. Don

02-27-2009, 01:21 PM	#7
Rolf Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Bellport, LI New York Posts: 2,808	I thought it was the 18" Vs saw. 14" is a bit small. I must back off a bit on my initial enthusiasm. __________________ Rolf RBI G4 Hawk, Delta SS350 Philosophy "I don't know that I can't, therefore I can"

02-24-2009, 04:20 PM	#5
bconwil Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 3	I recieved some more information on the saw. It is a 14 in. model built in 1985 being sold by the orginal owner who claims it is in good working condition.

02-27-2009, 07:44 AM	#6
NNarsi Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 8	And he lives in Rosharon? Craigslist? Too old for the price. I'm letting it go. But if you do buy it, let me know how it worked out. I'm new to all this and curious. na

02-27-2009, 09:23 PM	#9
Tom J. Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Montreal area, Quebec Posts: 67	FYI. Advanced Machinery is offering a new 14" on Amazon for $749.00 Tom

02-27-2009, 09:38 PM	#10
Indiana saw man Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: bloomington indiana Posts: 101	better get it before its gone __________________ Hegner

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