How much would you pay for this extractor?
http://cgi.ebay.com/A-I-Root-Honey-Extractor-3-Frame-Crank-Beekeeping-Eq_W0QQitemZ370059340446QQihZ024QQcategoryZ46527QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
I saw one in a bit better condition in Alton Il flea market for $60 and it still didn't sell. It is a galvanized bucket that will need to be completely sanded and painted with food grade paint. If you could get it for 30 or 40 you would do fine to rebuild it. Good luck, there is one out there for you somewhere.
Dennis
I wouldn't pay $100 for it. You would be better off putting the $100 towards a SS one. They guy probably picked it up for $5 at the auction and is looking to make a quick buck.
That extractor needs alot of love. But, from what I have seen for new extractors, If you'd be willing to put some work into it it might be a wise choice, but it will require alot of work... Once you make it right, it will last a long time.
I have found a few on crigslist that have no rust for the same price. I think ill pass this one up. :)