This is the saw I want in my shop. For one, it’s easy to use. All of the controls are easy to reach and manipulate, and the glide mechanism is both robust and smooth. The handle works well for righties and lefties. Then there are added bonuses that no other saw has. For instance, its hold-down is superb, as it can move to different locations, hinges for a greater range of coverage, and actually holds down the work. In addition, the saw has two points of dust collection, letting it firmly beat the rest of the field. The one downside was the saw’s laser, which was so faint we had to turn off the shop lights to see it. Still, all these pluses in a package that fits tight to the wall? That’s a winner for me.

Ease of Use = Very Good Sheen = Excellent Appearance = Very good Non-Yellowing = Very good Water/Stain Resistance = Excellent

•Electronically hardened alloy chrome-vanadium steel blade •European hardwood octagonal square tang handle

These gauges can be easily and precisely adjusted with one hand, which allows you to set the tool while holding a ruler or workpiece in the other. The quality is exceptional, and all have sharp cutters that offer great visibility.

One of the most versatile accessories to have in the shop: from layout to seaming veneer. It has enough stretch to pull joints together.