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Kelly Mehler's Workshop Machines For Sale by Family

market-auction · 2026-06-19

The family of the late woodworker and instructor Kelly Mehler is selling his collection of meticulously maintained woodworking machines from his workshop in Berea, Kentucky. The sale includes a Felder AF-22 Dust Collection System ($1,400 OBO), Felder BF7-41 Combination Machine ($6,000), Powermatic 701 benchtop mortiser ($600 OBO), DeWalt 701 20" Scroll Saw ($450), Powermatic 3520 Lathe with Baldor Motor and chuck vacuum device ($4,200), Lagune Revo 18/36 230V Lathe ($2,500), Felder F700Z tilting shaper/milling machine ($4,000), Powermatic 719A chisel mortiser ($1,000), Delta 17-990X Drill Press ($750), Centauro S400P Bandsaw ($3,000), and Delta 28-475x bandsaw ($550). Additional chisels, attachments, calipers, tools for lathes, and custom shelving are available for $400 with a lathe purchase. The Mehler family is seeking direct sales to avoid auction. Interested buyers can contact Jason Mehler at jjmehler1@gmail.com. A PDF with additional photos is available. Christopher Schwarz, who taught at Mehler's school, vouches for the machines.

Key facts

  • Kelly Mehler died unexpectedly in 2025.
  • His workshop machines are being sold by the family.
  • The machines are located in Berea, Kentucky.
  • Prices range from $450 to $6,000.
  • Contact Jason Mehler at jjmehler1@gmail.com.
  • A PDF with photos is available online.
  • Christopher Schwarz taught at Mehler's school.
  • The family wants to avoid an auction.

Entities

Artists

  • Kelly Mehler
  • Christopher Schwarz
  • Jason Mehler

Locations

  • Berea
  • Kentucky
  • United States

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