Hello!
I am completely new to the world of Hearth.com and am excited to get involed with this community and (hopefully) learn enough to be able to help others find energy independence and a quick way to calloused hands!
I am interested in purchasing an Atlantic Stove Works wood burning fireplace insert. The owner says he bought it new and that it is 22 years old. That makes it a 1989 model and thus "pre-EPA," I suppose.
I am hopeful that someone could give me information on whether or not $200 is a fair price for this unit. It comes with a blower, was used minimally and is described as being in good condition. Here is a link to the actual item including the only photo I can seem to find :/
http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/hnp/for/2624297376.html
My neighbor is a mechanical engineer and has an insert of his own so I think I should be covered in terms of installation. I realize that safety is a top priority and would never cut corners.
Generally, if someone could tell me whether or not it is a "good product for the price" and if it is something I could expect to get several years of operation out of, I'd be happy. I imagine I'd use the firepalce less than 4 times per week depending on work and other factors. Once I get past the "novice stage," I'll plan ahead for next winter and get a stockpile of suitable wood. I have been hand splitting ash from a 30" tree I had to have taken down in June and so have a decent amount of fuel. I also have access to well seasoned, split oak that has been sitting for probably 5-10 years.
Thank you in advance for and help, advice, tips or tricks you happen to send my way!
Best,
~Matt
I am completely new to the world of Hearth.com and am excited to get involed with this community and (hopefully) learn enough to be able to help others find energy independence and a quick way to calloused hands!
I am interested in purchasing an Atlantic Stove Works wood burning fireplace insert. The owner says he bought it new and that it is 22 years old. That makes it a 1989 model and thus "pre-EPA," I suppose.
I am hopeful that someone could give me information on whether or not $200 is a fair price for this unit. It comes with a blower, was used minimally and is described as being in good condition. Here is a link to the actual item including the only photo I can seem to find :/
http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/hnp/for/2624297376.html
My neighbor is a mechanical engineer and has an insert of his own so I think I should be covered in terms of installation. I realize that safety is a top priority and would never cut corners.
Generally, if someone could tell me whether or not it is a "good product for the price" and if it is something I could expect to get several years of operation out of, I'd be happy. I imagine I'd use the firepalce less than 4 times per week depending on work and other factors. Once I get past the "novice stage," I'll plan ahead for next winter and get a stockpile of suitable wood. I have been hand splitting ash from a 30" tree I had to have taken down in June and so have a decent amount of fuel. I also have access to well seasoned, split oak that has been sitting for probably 5-10 years.
Thank you in advance for and help, advice, tips or tricks you happen to send my way!
Best,
~Matt
