Hunter Fan 52-Inch Classic Original Ceiling Fan

I've always been a Hunter fan (gosh that's funny!), and wanted to spend a little more on their Original Classic. I am glad I did. Every part of the fan is of higher quality. The blades have real wood veneer on each side (walnut and oak); not the wood look vinyl.

The motor housing is cast iron (over 40 pounds! be careful) and uses oil (tube include) to continuously bathe the ball bearings and circulates to other vital areas. Hence, this fan comes with a lifetime warranty. They say the oil should never have to be replaced or added to, but the level should be checked every 5 years.

They kept the old Classic look and design but improved the efficiency. It has an Energy Star rating and is the most efficient model I've ever owned (I have 2 other new Hunter fans which are not as efficient; still good though). The efficiency ratings are shown on the outside top of the box.

It's a great fan.

Hunter Original Classic ceiling fan.
Just got off the phone with Hunter tech support. The answer to the e-mail I sent them suggested I take my fan to a local "authorized dealer" or call a 1-888 #. I called the # and waited 10 mins. for a real person. The real person was a pleasant young lady who transferred me back to the beginning of the wait cycle. Bottom line; there is no tech support. Just a minimum wage body asking you for your model #. The hint was; "take it to a local authorized dealer".
My Taiwan made "Hunter Original Classic" dripped oil on the carpet. Nice heavy quality product. I took it apart and found that the oil seal between the rotor and the oil reservoir has a gap of approx. 3/32". No wear, seal looks new, and no circular mark in the paint of the oil reservoir. I wanted to know if they recommend an upgrade of the seal. If somehow the original seal was not specified correctly or not installed according to specs.... crickets chirping...Read more

Pros:
The Hunter Original is the finest fan I have ever owned. I installed five of them in my home in 1979 and have had to add oil to three of them after 20+ years of use. Two of those fans are "on" almost 24/7. The "Original" is the only fan I would ever purchase. I also installed four of them in a second residence. Well worth the extra cost if you plan to live with the "Original" for more than ten years.
Cons: None