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Factory-Reconditioned Skil 3375-01-RT 4-Inch by 36-Inch Belt/Disc Sander |  | Brand: Skil
Category: Home Improvement
List Price: $189.00
Buy New: $79.99
as of 7/30/2010 05:20 CDT details
Rating:  6 reviews
Sales Rank: 42,488
Media: Tools & Hardware
Shipping Weight (lbs): 37.5
Dimensions (in): 22.1 x 11.8 x 10.2
MPN: 3375-01-RT
Model: 3375-01-RT
UPC: 039725032829
EAN: 0039725032829
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Two-in-one sanding station for sanding a variety of lengths and angles | | • | Beveling table top allows for sanding 45-90 degrees | | • | Belt angle adjustment allows for sanding 0-90 degrees | | • | Tension spring adjustment for secure belt tracking | | • | Cast-iron base with pre-drilled holes for quick and easy mounting to a benchtop |
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Product Description
This is a factory reconditioned power tool. Reconditioned generally means that the tool has been returned to the manufacturer, who brings the tool back to like new condition. Some tools may contain cosmetic blemishes. Includes 4-in x 36-in Belt/Disc Benchtop Sander - 3375-01-RT, Adjustment Wrenches, Miter Gauge
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| Customer Reviews:
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 Worst tool in my shop April 6, 2010
R. Vanderark (Phoenix AZ)
I bought the reconditioned Skil belt/disc sander, as I had used Skil tools in the past. What a disappointment. The belt fails to track straight for any amount of time and I'm constantly making adjustments until the belt edges fray beyond use. Nearly impossible to change belts as the belt loosener does not work at all. The entire machine is loose and impossible to repair without sending to Skil, which costs more than the tool is worth. I've ruined a lot of good lumber with this piece of junk. Into the dumpster it goes.
Worst Item Ever Purchased On This Website March 8, 2010
Fred Anonymous Smith (Central Europe)
The "factory-reconditioned" Skil benchtop belt/disc sander I received is a piece of junk. It looks and performs as if used for several years. In addition to being filthy upon arrival, there are scuffs and scratches, damage to the power cord (as if rubbed against rough sandpaper), plate underneath bent upwards against motor, adjustments loose from apparent wear & tear, a wobbly belt sander assembly, a warped frame on that belt sander assembly (one side of one end not level with other side), and someone sloppily applied paint over several areas where belt sander scuffed main housing underneath.
After cleaning the sander as best I could, set out to fix the assorted problems. Sheet metal plate underneath was easily pounded back into shape. Bent the disk guard outwards to stop it from rubbing against the sanding disk (faceplate holding guard somehow pushed inwards). Placed a rubber foot underneath belt sander assembly to reduce (not eliminate) the wobble. Not successful at leveling the warped belt sander assembly and not able to trace the source of a loud noise while sander is running. The power cord is still waiting to be replaced.
To be honest, if shipping were not so expensive, would have returned this belt/disc sander without hesitation. But, not only must I pay to return this sander, must also pay (postage & fees) to have the replacement forwarded by a third-party company to my location overseas (company selling sander will not ship to a military APO address). Company said they might refund return shipping, but at their discretion only after my money is already spent. Assuming they won't, the cost of all that (return shipping, forwarding replacement, etc) combined will nearly equal the purchase price of this sander. So, instead of risking more money on a replacement which might be just as bad, will try to fix this one to work well enough. If that proves impossible (a growing likelihood at this point), I'll just purchase another sander outright - new this time.
Never again January 26, 2010
Philip D. Rand
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
The factory reconditioned 4 inch belt/disc sander that I bought is a cheesy product not worth the money. Because I am desparate I reluctantlyelected to keep it. Its extremely noisy and the table is unstable allowing it to impinge on the sanding disc. It was covered in sawdust when I received it. In addition, the table will stay put so that I start sanding at a 90 angle to the disc and finish at another angle resulting in wasted wood and time. I do not recommend Skil under any circumstances. I give this one star becasuse at least it runs.
Phil Rand
Umatilla, Oregon
 GREAT deal for the price... December 20, 2009
M. Orona (Whittier, California United States)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I am an avid craft and model hobbyist and this item was just what I needed for my ongoing projects without a high cost...
Normally I stay away from factory reconditioned pieces but with things as they are these days with finances I decided to go with this and save some decent money... After receiving it and testing it out I am VERY happy with the results and condition of this item... It had a few visible "dings" but what do I care as I'm sure I'll be adding more through regular usage, that's what happens to tools when you use them... It required some very minor assembly and after trying out I found it VERY easy to use and adjust as needed... If you're "sitting on the fence" about getting one, give it a go as you may be as pleasantly surprised as I was as to the quality and condition of this item..
 A good bench sander for the casual hobbyist December 19, 2009
J.G. Morrison (Vienna, VA USA)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
Works as advertised. Hard to find fine grit disks. Belts were sold at Home Depot. Belts seems to track OK - no wandering while you are using. Has a standard shop vac sized opening on the back - no adapter was needed to attach a vacuum. Sold new at Lowes for a $20 more. It arrived in good condition, and works as expected. Was missing one washer from the tool bag. Mediocre assembly instructions - no mention of how to install the bevel scale.
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