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Sigh...don't take it personally, Tony...it is the way of the Net. Folks tend to be a bit suspicious, and, rather blunter than they might be in person. I don't think that Tony is misrepresenting the saw in any way, or is trying to screw anyone. Of course, that opening bid of $300 WILL scare off the folks that want to STEAL the bloody saw! For those of you that are concerned...Tell you what... Send me a payment of $30 and a list of things you want checked, and I will be happy ( If Tony is willing) to stop by...look at them...and send you a notorized report. Cashier's checks and money orders preferred. Paypal accepted... As for Ebay...I don't so much mind reserve prices... although it can be annoying. I do find, though, that a moderate reserve, and, starting bidding off at $1.00 is a great way to engender bidding interest. I am given to understand that if an item with a reserve does not sell, that some private Emails between an interested party and the seller can produce a result satisfactory to both. Regards Dave Mundt