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hj3
Nov 4, 2007, 12:19 AM
Hello. I am trying to purchase a good multifunction table saw. I will be working on projects from models for class to renovating homes. What brand, type, etc would you recommend in a couple of different price ranges (for example $100-$200, $200-$400 etc.)?

I was looking at two craftsman tablesaws from Sears. One has sort of mixed reviews and the other does as well, but they both sound vaguely the same. However, based on the comments I read, it seems as if they're not as great quality as I thought (or I could be wrong). Please let me know what tablesaw you'd recommend and what I should look for. Thank you & have a good day.

KISS
Nov 4, 2007, 04:43 AM
I do urge you to check out the videos here: SawStop (http://www.sawstop.com/index.htm)

For other saws look at the rip fence construction. You can buy after-market rip fences. The material it's made from, the size of the fence, the straitness and the ease it is to set,

KBC
Nov 4, 2007, 07:02 AM
KISS does have a great product there,I almost wish I had checked that one out before I purchased my table saw!

My saw is a JETŪ Woodworking - HOME (http://woodworking.jettools.com/)I am very happy with it,only would like to point out the necessity to get the dial guide rip fence,it really makes sense if your going to do a lot with this type of equipment.

KBC
Nov 4, 2007, 07:02 AM
KISS does have a great product there,I almost wish I had checked that one out before I purchased my table saw!

My saw is a http://woodworking.jettools.com/,I am very happy with it,only would like to point out the necessity to get the dial guide rip fence,it really makes sense if your going to do a lot with this type of equipment.

MOWERMAN2468
Nov 4, 2007, 08:14 AM
I personally have had great results with my craftsman table saw.

parttime
Nov 4, 2007, 08:25 AM
I have a craftsman that's better than twenty five years old, been a good one, only thing I've done is upgrade the fence system.