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Thinking of getting a new table saw. Been searching around and at this time not sure just whice one I like?
Have been looking at the Jet at Woodcraft and I seem to like it.? I only need a 10 inch and I have some room but not much.
I like to get into other type of cutting ie. making my own blanks and some segmenting cutting.
As I have been turning for little over 2 years and I thinks it time to replace my old and I mean very old Craftsman table saw (1959) as good as it is, still I like to move up to a better more morden type saw.
Any suggestion or recommendations?
Thanks Postalbob
 
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The Jet is a great saw. I wouldn't start out with that saw just for pen turning, but since you have been using a saw for ages and have experience with one, the Jet is a great saw to have around for a long time. Many people who would like one settle for less.

One recommendation is to look at thin kerf blades (probably a Forest WoodWorker II) for blanks and segments.
 
Bob

I just had to comment because I see posts like this alot. May I ask what does the Jet saw have that your craftsman saw doesn't??? You did not say what size your craftsman saw is but I will ssume it is a 10" saw. Now todays Craftsman saw I wouldn't even look at but their saws from back then were well built. Is is a cabinet saw or a contractors saw??? What is the Jet??? Just Curious.
 
Bob,

Without knowing all your motivation, it's hard to offer good advice.
If you've got an Emerson Electric made, Craftsman branded 10" contractors saw,
upgrading the fence, changing to a link belt, and getting a new blade is likely to be as good as getting the Jet Cabinet saw.
I started with a used Craftsman EE 10" contractor's saw like described and built in the '60's. There wasn't much difference 'til I upgraded to a cabinet saw.
Sears sometimes has those upgrade fences (a Bies clone) on sale very affordably.

If you WANT a new saw, it's a whole different ball of wax. Nothing wrong with that; I just think it begs an alternative set of questions.

Cheers,
G
 
My problem with craftsman saws is that its impossible to hear yourself think when you're using one. I have a Delta X5, but the Jets are fine saws as well.

Marc
 
Exactly what Gary said was my point. With a few chosen dollars you can upgrade that saw to be better than any jet on the market. But you did not say what type saw it is and in fact you never answered.
 
Here is another thing to think about if you don't have a band saw.

There are some things you can do with a band saw that you cannot with a table saw.....especially with regard to cutting your own blanks. Maybe you should take the money for the new table saw and put it toward a band saw??
 
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Thanks for all your input and I will consider all. trust me from the start I have always relied on posts giving advise, and tips and I have used a lot of them.
As for the type it was only discussed at one of our meetings and i sort of ran with it, Looked at Grizzy and was impressed, cost vs shipping was something to consider? Have a ban saw from Delta and love it, but only decided that I like a new table saw for the what I might do next just thought it was something I should consider.
Also looked at the 10 inch Delta 36-971. seems like a nice machine?
As far as the idea of making my own blanks well that comes to mind. not really sure but something again to think about?
Again thanks for your input and comments, will be taking some time to make the right choice but I will be asking a lot of questions before I put down my money.
Again Thanks Bob
 
bob, did you mean the delta 36-979? i googled 36-971 and didn't see anything.

anyway, i own the 36-979 and love it. it was a bit of a pain to assemble, but once i got everything tuned up, it's a great saw. i got a Ridge Carbide TS2000 blade for it and she hums.
 
I too have the delta 10" table saw. I like mine just fine have no regrets. This may sound crazy but my next upgrade will be the Saw Stop that machine is a Cadillac. If you have not seen one up close it is worth taking a look at. They are pricey. But, how much are your fingers worth. The best part is not the fact that this saw will not cut you. what i like is that all the parts are so heavy duty & over engineered that it runs so smooth. And you can turn the tilt adjustment handles & to raise & lower with one finger. that all
 
I'm bummed because I was on the sawstop contracters saw waiting list from like 3-4 years ago, and this past spring I was given the opportunity to buy one at the original price (waaayyy less than it retails for now) but I didn't have the cash :(

-Rick
 
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