WebbD

My anecdotal observation of a number of forums and my incredibly detailed statistical analysis of the data leads me to suspect that there is no difference in how often an accident occurs for users of SawStops vs other cabinet saws. The consequences vary considerably.

Having just cut off the tip of my thumb recently (see here for fun pictures - http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=522575&id=1597515465 if you are not squeamish) I can state that anybody who somehow thinks losing his Forrest blade and a cartridge is not worth risking has not looked at the matter very hard. I have medical coverage and co-pays add up fast (emergency room; pills (yes, you will need those - turns out there are a hell of a lot of nerves in fingertips and they get quite put out at mistreatment); surgery co-pays are several hundred $ btw - more on my plan than the brake bade combo. I am nervously awaiting further bills - I vaguely recall reading some 80/20 clause in my policy.

Note that while I have never heard of a case of an accidental firing, SawStop will replace at least the cartridge (not sure about the blade) if that occurs. When last did your airbag misfire? I do not somehow think that a $200 sting for touching a spinning blade is going to make me irresponsibly try grabbing the blade.

In my case, a moments carelessness was the cause, but I think that implying that 'only careless idiots get into tablesaw accidents' is a bit offensive. Yes, many retire with all 10 fingers, but many are victims of bad luck - heck, I live in CA - I'm sure there are some folks out there who have lost fingers in earthquakes.

My regret is not buying one sooner. Any macho men out there want to buy a used Steel City cabinet saw?