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03-05-2009, 07:34 AM #1Corporate Member
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RBI closing the doors?
I have not confirmed this but am pretty sure they are closing the doors.
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all you hawk owners may want to stockpile some parts.
confirmed.....
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03-05-2009, 08:11 AM #2User (Inactive)
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Re: RBI closing the doors?
Very Sad!
I have the 16" model and just love it. It's unique style, bold red, frame and all aluminum construction. The end of an era for sure.
I wonder if these will ultimately be "collector items" A SS Icon amongst woodworkers?
All I can say, is Im glad I own one!
MattLast edited by Splint Eastwood; 03-05-2009 at 08:17 AM. Reason: add photo
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03-05-2009, 08:52 AM #3Corporate Member
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Re: RBI closing the doors?
Well that stinks. I had thought about getting one of those in a few years. Guess I will have to scout the used market when the time comes.
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Re: RBI closing the doors?
DANG real bummer,I have one of em also.Good folks to deal with to.
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Re: RBI closing the doors?
Don't worry boys and girls, even thoigh RBI is gone you can always step up to a Hegner.....
http://www.advmachinery.com/default....roducts&grp=24Jimmy
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03-09-2009, 10:29 PM #6Corporate Member
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Re: RBI closing the doors?
Over the years, Hawk Woodworking Tools has become a major manufacturer of industrial equipment and stationary power tools for woodworking professionals and hobbyists.
For those years we would like to thank you for your customer loyalty and support here at Hawk Woodworking Tools.
Effective March 2, 2009 we are sorry to announce that we have closed our doors due to challenging economic times.
Once again thank you,
Hawk Woodworking Industries LLC.
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03-10-2009, 08:38 AM #7Board of Directors
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Re: RBI closing the doors?
It is a sad day when a compnay who makes a quality product has to close their doors.
Maker of fine saw dust
Scott
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03-15-2009, 03:04 PM #8Forum Leader Corporate Member
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Re: RBI closing the doors?
Wow - that is a shame! I really hadn't thought of the unintended consequences of folks tightening their wallets.
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03-15-2009, 04:24 PM #9Board of Directors
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Re: RBI closing the doors?
It's a ripple effect that I'm afraid we'll all be affected by for some time to come. If any company out there can't adapt to the economic situation of today, and they don't have the wherewithal to weather out an unpredictably long 'economic downturn', then they may face the same fate. Everyone needs to think about this as it applies to their own skills and abilities and how they relate to this economy. Lots of niches are being closed up, so make sure you've got the adaptability to survive. It's 'Who moved my cheese?" on a very large scale.
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03-15-2009, 05:22 PM #10Corporate Officer Corporate Member
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Re: RBI closing the doors?
This is something of a generalization (and I know all generalizations are wrong
), but it seems like the middle tier of hobby/leisure vendors take it worst in a downturn.
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