Tools & Materials
Powermatic - Powermatic PM701 Benchtop Mortiser
Every adjustment, except for drill chuck, can be made without a tool
Jun 04, 2014
Easy Adjustments
Street price: $490
Motor: 3/4 hp
Hold-down: Excellent
Clamping: Good
Fence: Very good
Table: Very good
Depth stop: Very good
Comments: Every adjustment, except for drill chuck, can be made without a tool.
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Comments
I have this tool and it works great. Many conveniences for the operator. The only downside is the fence doesn't stay square when moving it in and out; you have to be careful with setup. But one it's in the right place it does a beautiful job.
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