On Apr 6, 4:22*pm, "SBH" wrote:
What is the general consensus regarding the purchase of reconditioned tools
vs. new? Yes, I know new is new but I see most, if not all, manufacturers
offer the complete warranty and incentives with a reconditioned tool as you
would a new. Of course, name brand is a consideration, therefore, let's
assume it's a name brand item such as Dewalt, Ridgid, Delta, Bosch, PC,
Milwaukee, Makita and so on. but not interested in Ryobi, Craftsman, Stanley
and Skil, though, they may have some higher end tools, I prefer what the
pros use. Therefore, would you purchase a reconditioned tool?

Absolutely. Often the the refurbs are tools off the production line
that had some minor fault. Others may be brand new superceded models.
CPO is one company that does refurbs and new. The Bosch power hand saw
I bought there a couple months ago had no signs at all of ever having
been used. My suggestion is to compare Amazon for new with CPO for
refurb and choose wisely.

Joe