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WorkSharp 3000 Wood Tool Sharpener + 3 CBN Wheels Loaded Setup - $595 (huntley)
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Nice setup — that’s a Work Sharp 3000 with a serious upgrade package. I’ll do this in three parts so it’s easy to post and tweak:
1. Quick ID & value context
2. Clean Craigslist / FB Marketplace ad (ready to paste)
3. Pricing guidance + selling tips
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1) What you have (plain-English, buyer-friendly)
Work Sharp 3000 Wood Tool Sharpener (no longer made)
• Well-known among woodturners and hand-tool folks
• Variable-speed, glass wheel system
• Can sharpen chisels, plane irons, lathe tools, and more
Big value add:
You’re including THREE premium CBN grinding wheels from WoodTurners Wonders:
• 80 / 180 grit
• 300 / 1200 grit
• 350 / 600 grit
CBN wheels are a huge upgrade:
• Never change diameter
• Run cool
• Don’t need dressing
• Retail new: roughly $120–$180 each, depending on grit
You also have:
• Original Work Sharp angle guides & accessories
• Edge-Vision abrasives
• Manual
• Everything shown in photos
This is absolutely not a “bare unit” — it’s a turn-key, enthusiast setup.
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2) Ready-to-post Marketplace / Craigslist Ad
Title (choose one)
Work Sharp 3000 Sharpener w/ 3 CBN Wheels – Loaded Setup
Work Sharp 3000 Wood Tool Sharpener + 3 CBN Wheels (Rare, Complete)
Woodturner’s Dream: Work Sharp 3000 w/ CBN Wheels
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Description (copy/paste)
Work Sharp 3000 wood tool sharpening system in excellent working condition, upgraded with three premium CBN grinding wheels.
This is a complete, ready-to-use setup — no need to buy anything else.
Includes:
• Work Sharp 3000 sharpening system
• (3) WoodTurners Wonders CBN wheels:
• 80 / 180 grit
• 350 / 600 grit
• 300 / 1200 grit
• Original angle guides and accessories
• Edge-Vision abrasives
• Owner’s manual
• Everything shown in photos
Why this matters:
CBN wheels are a major upgrade — they stay flat, run cool, and never need dressing. Perfect for chisels, plane irons, and woodturning tools.
The Work Sharp 3000 is no longer made and is highly regarded for its accuracy, especially for flat grinding.
Light cosmetic wear from normal shop use. Fully functional.
Great for:
Woodturners, hand-tool woodworkers, cabinetmakers, serious hobbyists.
Local pickup preferred. Happy to answer questions.
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3) Pricing guidance (important)
Here’s a realistic breakdown based on current secondary-market behavior:
• Work Sharp 3000 (base unit): $200–300
• CBN wheels (3x): $350–450 total used
• Accessories & completeness bump: +$50–75
Suggested asking price:
$550–650
If you want quick interest → list at $575
If you’re patient → start at $650 OBO
Set of diamond stones & honing guide on another listing.
Might trade for vintage hand tools