There are a few scroll saws on FB Marketplace in my area. I don't know much about what units are "good."

One is a Porter Cable for $150 (looks like new, no model number visible) and a couple other Dewalts for $400 OBO (no model shown, with stand) and another for $429 (DW 788 + stand).

@Wichman3 may be along with some information

I think the Porter Cable looks like this one that is no longer available from Lowe's. Doesn't have great reviews.

I hope to get to the Grizzly sale in Springfield Missouri this Friday, so if Grizzly has good options that are recommended, I can see if I can find a deal.

I would pass on the PC unit. The DeWalt's may be okay depending on the maintenance done on them.

As for the Grizzle offerings, I would pass of the two less expensive models, anything that has a flex shaft or needs blade adapters would be suspect in my eyes.

I've always read the Dewalt 788 is a good scroll saw, but the best of that model is the Type 1 (check the motor label). That one is made in North America, I think they moved production overseas after it.

7 hours ago, Wichman3 said:

The DeWalt's may be okay depending on the maintenance done on them.

Both look to have had little use. The one looks new.

1 hour ago, Fred W. Hargis Jr said:

he best of that model is the Type 1 (check the motor label).

I'll have to check on that.

7 hours ago, Wichman3 said:

As for the Grizzle offerings, I would pass of the two less expensive models, anything that has a flex shaft or needs blade adapters would be suspect in my eyes.

I need to do some research before I go to the customer appreciation event. They do typically have some really good deals. Last year I found some great small items.

Appreciate the insights!

If you're not in a hurry to get a scroll saw keep an eye out for online auctions you may get a better price on the DeWalt.