Barnes Treadle Table Saw - $750 (Whidbey Island)

condition: good

make / manufacturer: Barnes

model name / number: Table Saw

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19th century foot/hand powered table saw. Heavy cast frame with very heavy flywheel. I think that I am the second owner since I recovered it about 50 years ago from the basement of what had once been an old shoe shop in Decatur, Illinois. The saw was made in Rockford, Illinois. All parts except the leather drive belt are original (it fell apart some years ago). While the frame has rust on it none of the bearing surfaces are pitted. I have kept it oiled. Runs fine except for the dull blade. There is a video of one it action here
https://www.popularwoodworking.com/techniques/barnes-treadle-saw-in-acti...
There is one currently listed on Craigs list for $1,750
https://abbotsford.craigslist.org/atq/d/langley-city-wf-barnes-treadle-t...
I'm asking $750 for it.
It is set up and working. You can come see it if interested.

post id: 7918377342

posted: 2026-03-01 09:18

updated: 2026-05-03 08:29

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Barnes Treadle Table Saw - tools - by owner - sale - craigslist

19th century foot/hand powered table saw. Heavy cast frame with very heavy flywheel. I think that I am the second owner since I recovered it about 50 years ago from the basement of what had once...