paulie9026

I for one feel the radial arm saw (or ras to the lovers of nick-names), while "old fasioned" is still a wonderful addition to any shop. I got mine from craigslist for 100 bucks and found out it was one of the craftsman saws on their recall list. I made a call and received a retro-fit kit in about a week. Not only was there a new style blade guard, but an entire new table included, all for free. I cut many 2x12's down for the star gazer chairs I build for my customers and it works without fail. I think many of the negative responces are from those who are for the most part afraid of the risks of using this type saw, however if prudence is used, danger is at a bare minimum at best, and lets face it, we are in a dangerous occupation, so use your head, and if you can....use this saw.

"oh I wish I was a CNC router table, that is what I'd really like to be, cause if I were a CNC router table, I'd be done and you wouldn't be seeing me". (to the oscar myer tune)