leslierobin

Yes the RAS is an endangered species but it shouldn't be. I don't have room in my shop(garage) for a table saw but I have a great area set up for my RAS (wall to wall level, top with built-in storage). I actually have a larger, supported area for certain cuts with my RAS than I would have with a table saw. As with any tool it's safety first and it's up to the operator to understand how a particular tool works and how to use it safely. I grew-up with a RAS and find it much more versitale than a compound miter saw, not that I wouldn't mind having one of these in my arsenal of tools also! Please add the RAS to your list of tools for tips and tricks. As to Aaron's comments, my shop teacher is missing part of several fingers....from a table saw!

Leslie