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As a blacksmith, I've wanted an Acorn table for ages, but they are pricey when you buy them new, and older ones are just not available in my AO. The big ol' table I have now is fine enough except that it doesn't have any holes for mounting gadgets. The 1-1/2" thick top certainly makes me appreciate massive tables, though! There's a guy up in Ohio that's come up with a nice stash of 60"x60" Acorn tables, so I thought I'd pass along the good news. They look like they're in fantastic shape, and I dream of having a shop so big and so busy that I could use them all to tile the floor! Holey Moley, if that aint a sign of a life well lived!!!Is 5'x5' a good size? For 90% of folks out there, I'd say it's dang near ideal. Not too big and not too small, even a small shop in the garage could have one and still be able to roll it out of the way when you wanted to park your car. Why you'd have a car in your home shop... no idea!
https://www.ebay.com/itm/1-60-X-60-A...YAAOSwOY5dl2D9If you're in the Ohio region, or don't mind the shipping costs, I'd recommend dropping the fellow a line. They are priced very competitively compared to the lighter, flimsier welding tables like the Stronghand "Rhino" table, even if you do have to add your own legs.
Got no skin in the game other than wishing I could get two of them for myself.
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Originally Posted by VaughnT
As a blacksmith, I've wanted an Acorn table for ages, but they are pricey when you buy them new, and older ones are just not available in my AO. The big ol' table I have now is fine enough except that it doesn't have any holes for mounting gadgets. The 1-1/2" thick top certainly makes me appreciate massive tables, though! There's a guy up in Ohio that's come up with a nice stash of 60"x60" Acorn tables, so I thought I'd pass along the good news. They look like they're in fantastic shape, and I dream of having a shop so big and so busy that I could use them all to tile the floor! Holey Moley, if that aint a sign of a life well lived!!!Is 5'x5' a good size? For 90% of folks out there, I'd say it's dang near ideal. Not too big and not too small, even a small shop in the garage could have one and still be able to roll it out of the way when you wanted to park your car. Why you'd have a car in your home shop... no idea!
https://www.ebay.com/itm/1-60-X-60-A...YAAOSwOY5dl2D9If you're in the Ohio region, or don't mind the shipping costs, I'd recommend dropping the fellow a line. They are priced very competitively compared to the lighter, flimsier welding tables like the Stronghand "Rhino" table, even if you do have to add your own legs.
Got no skin in the game other than wishing I could get two of them for myself.
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Originally Posted by Lis2323
Nice. I'd grab one if they were closer.
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Originally Posted by VaughnT
At only $1750+s/h, these Acorn floor tiles are actually cheaper than most and have more surface area. Sure, you have to add your own legs, but that's easy enough. If I had the money, one of these would already be on a truck and heading my way!
Reply:Holy moly that's a lot of platens! What did they make in that shop?
Reply:I've been to one of their shops in the Toledo area while picking up a welder because they were the rigger for an auction....they move a LOT of machinery. I saved that eBay listing as a favorite and several times I've gotten one of those "the seller is offering a discount" notices from eBay that was maybe $150 or so less. They also have a website where you can look at their listings directly. I suspect if you go direct with them you can negotiate a better price if you pickup in person and pay cash...no 10% fee to eBay, and no 2.9% fee to PayPal...haven't tried that, but from a logic standpoint it makes sense.Check out my bench vise website: http://mivise.comMiller Syncrowave 250DXMillermatic 350P with XR AlumaProMiller Regency 200 with 22A feeder and Spoolmatic 3Hobart Champion EliteEverlast PowerTig 210EXT
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Originally Posted by G-ManBart
I've been to one of their shops in the Toledo area while picking up a welder because they were the rigger for an auction....they move a LOT of machinery. I saved that eBay listing as a favorite and several times I've gotten one of those "the seller is offering a discount" notices from eBay that was maybe $150 or so less. They also have a website where you can look at their listings directly. I suspect if you go direct with them you can negotiate a better price if you pickup in person and pay cash...no 10% fee to eBay, and no 2.9% fee to PayPal...haven't tried that, but from a logic standpoint it makes sense.
Reply:I'm guessing that "x6-1/2" means the thickness. Sure looks like it'd fit!
The seller was nice enough to respond to my request for some pictures of the underside, and they certainly look promising.
I'm going to go out on a limb and say that's a solid 2" thick top. To my mind, that's more than enough to be a good Acorn table. If anything the lack of more mass makes them just that more desirable for the hobbyist who might need to roll the table out of the way when the wife wants to park the car in the garage.Again, no skin in the game, but I hope it helps someone.
Reply:Im totally impressed with the care the seller took in stacking them. Purpose cut dunnage. All placed at equal angles. And then placing all the platens square with a forklift!
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Reply:They do appear to take pride in their work. That's a good sign!
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Originally Posted by Lis2323
I’m totally impressed with the care the seller took in stacking them. Purpose cut dunnage. All placed at equal angles. And then placing all the platens square with a forklift!
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Reply:First I feel sorry for the floor. LOL Second I want one but I have a bunch of round strong hand 5/8 clamps. Are clamps for these expensive?
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Originally Posted by Reebz
First I feel sorry for the floor. LOL Second I want one but I have a bunch of round strong hand 5/8 clamps. Are clamps for these expensive?
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Originally Posted by Reebz
First I feel sorry for the floor. LOL Second I want one but I have a bunch of round strong hand 5/8 clamps. Are clamps for these expensive?
Reply:Being able to rotate the clamps into optimum position with the aid of square to round table inserts is genius. There probably a way to make the inserts stay secured to the clamps rather than just being drop in inserts. That way you move the clamp and you don't have to fish inserts out every time you relocate or store the clamps
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Reply:VaughnIn other words, you have no excuse. Grab a platen table so I can live vicariously through you! You got me thinking. My table is 3x4 and 5/8 thick. I wanted to go 6x4 and 5/8 thick or use the same top but build a new frame below so I could use 5/8 thick flat stock when needed. Space is a premium, I weld a lot but get paid little. I'm a retired teacher so the welding is for "go fast parts". Things to thing about.
Reply:This damn thread has me thinking. What would the top weigh?What kind of frame would you need to support it?Could one get casters for this load?What is the great advantage of an acorn table?Does it make sense for me? LOL I want a table that will be flat for ever.
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Originally Posted by Reebz
This damn thread has me thinking. Does it make sense for me? LOL I.
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Originally Posted by Lis2323
What kind of a question is that?????
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Reply:Some of those appear to be recently re-ground, the whitish dribbles may be coolant traces from the grinder? I worked in a shop that had a 60"x 120" platen set in a HEAVY angle iron frame and the 6,000 lb forklift couldn't touch it. Had to use the 12K.
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Originally Posted by 12V71
Some of those appear to be recently re-ground, the whitish dribbles may be coolant traces from the grinder? I worked in a shop that had a 60"x 120" platen set in a HEAVY angle iron frame and the 6,000 lb forklift couldn't touch it. Had to use the 12K.
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Originally Posted by Reebz
This damn thread has me thinking. What would the top weigh?
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Originally Posted by Reebz
This damn thread has me thinking. What would the top weigh?What kind of frame would you need to support it?Could one get casters for this load?What is the great advantage of an acorn table?Does it make sense for me? LOLI want a table that will be flat for ever.
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Originally Posted by VaughnT
He compares a lot of the top-end welding tables, including a new Acorn table from Weldsale.
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Originally Posted by Reebz
Holly hell. That would be tough to move in my garage
Originally Posted by LtBadd
I have a 5 x 5 with stand in my garage, was sure the website gave the weight, or I may have gotten it during a phone call with them, it's 2500 with stand.I had movers bring it to the house, lift it off the flatbed, I put castors on it and they were able to set it almost all the way in the garage (forktruck wouldn't fit ) then they pushed it in with the forks
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Originally Posted by LtBadd
I have a 5 x 5 with stand in my garage, was sure the website gave the weight, or I may have gotten it during a phone call with them, it's 2500 with stand.I had movers bring it to the house, lift it off the flatbed, I put castors on it and they were able to set it almost all the way in the garage (forktruck wouldn't fit ) then they pushed it in with the forks
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Originally Posted by Reebz
That was my next question. If I built a frame before the got here How would I get it off the truck onto the table. Do they send the top with a fork? I guess they would have to.
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Originally Posted by Lis2323
My guess is it would arrive on a pallet with lift gate service. You could perhaps use an engine lift with a chain and eyebolt through the platen to lift onto your frame. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
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Originally Posted by Reebz
True. I have a cherry picker but I don't think it can do 2500lbs.Tell you more than you want to hear: We have 70 acres in Wv, I'm a retired science teacher I would love to build a 30x50 pole barn to work on the old car and weld in. I currently work in my garage its really tight. It will get better once the old car is movable. I just hate being so restricted. This table could work.
Reply:That is true. I was thinking of 4x6 5/8 thick, that was until I saw this thread. LOL. The current table table is 3x4 and is 5/8 thick and is good for 95% of my work. I listen you you I copied your jig for drilling a million holes and paid attention to the mag drill advice.
Reply:Well, if it's any consolation, you can buy one right now... and leave it outside for a decade or two without worrying. Put a tarp over it to keep the rain off, and it'll last for at least a century while you get other thins sorted. Having an outside work area for some things isn't a bad idea. Worst comes to worst, you can always find a local buyer for it because most anyone that knows welding and smithing would be interested.As for moving it around.... you're a science guy! There used to be a science guy running around town bragging about how he could move the world if he had a level long enough. Don't know if he ever tried since I never saw the world move, but he was sure the science was on his side.
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Originally Posted by Lis2323
Are you able to push it yourself ? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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Originally Posted by VaughnT
Well, if it's any consolation, you can buy one right now... and leave it outside for a decade or two without worrying. Put a tarp over it to keep the rain off, and it'll last for at least a century while you get other thins sorted. Having an outside work area for some things isn't a bad idea. Worst comes to worst, you can always find a local buyer for it because most anyone that knows welding and smithing would be interested.As for moving it around.... you're a science guy! There used to be a science guy running around town bragging about how he could move the world if he had a level long enough. Don't know if he ever tried since I never saw the world move, but he was sure the science was on his side.
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Originally Posted by Reebz
Archimedes was a pretty cool guy. lol
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Originally Posted by ronsii
I always thought he was a bit on the screwy side....
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Originally Posted by 12V71
Eureka!
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Originally Posted by 12V71
Eureka!
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Reply:I'm honestly surprised nobody's posted pictures of their's yet. I would have thought they'd be snatched up... using that "But, honey, now you don't have to worry about buying me something for Christmas!" argument.
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Originally Posted by VaughnT
I'm honestly surprised nobody's posted pictures of their's yet. I would have thought they'd be snatched up... using that "But, honey, now you don't have to worry about buying me something for Christmas!" argument.
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Originally Posted by VaughnT
I'm honestly surprised nobody's posted pictures of their's yet. I would have thought they'd be snatched up... using that "But, honey, now you don't have to worry about buying me something for Christmas!" argument.
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Originally Posted by ronsii
There's a guy selling them with the support tables made over here...only $4,350
https://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/b...234439725.html
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Originally Posted by Lis2323
I like that.
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Originally Posted by ronsii
He's north of me... that means he's closer to you
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Originally Posted by ronsii
There's a guy selling them with the support tables made over here...only $4,350
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Originally Posted by VaughnT
Looks like a fair price, too. Brand new, definitely flat, and minty paint.... what's not to love?!!I really need to get one of those rich heiresses Lis2323 is hunting down. Hope I can get there before him!
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Originally Posted by VaughnT
Looks like a fair price, too. Brand new, definitely flat, and minty paint....
Reply:They are now listing 4x4 tables for $500....Check out my bench vise website: http://mivise.comMiller Syncrowave 250DXMillermatic 350P with XR AlumaProMiller Regency 200 with 22A feeder and Spoolmatic 3Hobart Champion EliteEverlast PowerTig 210EXT
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Originally Posted by G-ManBart
They are now listing 4x4 tables for $500.... |
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