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Correction: I almost always rip WITHOUT a blade guard.

OK. Breath. Relax. Off to the wood shop.

I almost always rip with a blade guard, which gets in the way of my seeing what's going on with the blade. I occasionally rip without a splitter for a variety of calculated reasons. But who in their right minds rips without a RIP fence? And how on earth do you even do that?

Every time I push the "On" button on my table saw, or any other power tool, I take full responsibility for my actions. If I am injured by the negligence of someone else, they are responsible. If I am injured by my own negligence, ignorance, or just plain stupidity, it is my responsibility. Sheesh! I would have loved to have been sitting on that jury panel.

With regard to Saw Stop, it's a piece of perceived peace of mind, I suppose. Impressive technology, overpriced, not necessary. And I'm deeply resentful of Gass' attempts to force the market to accept his invention by way of regulation and litigation. Let the thing compete in the free market! I, for one, am thankful, that my trusty Delta UniSaw will outlive me.

Rant over.

Norm inspired to try my hand at woodworking ten years ago. The sawdust has been flying ever since. His show inspired, taught, and convinced us of the beauty of craft and making something from scratch. All good shows must sooner or later come to an end. This was a very good show. Thanks, Norm.