I have decided to move up from my old Craftsman 10" benchtop saw which has served me well for about 6 years. Would like to move up to a contractor TS, which needs to be mobile (working in a 2 car garage). Also would like to keep it in the $600 range if possible. I'm looking at the:
Delta 36-680
http://www.deltamachinery.com/index.asp?e=136&p=4921
RIDGID TS3650
http://www.ridgid.com/Tools/TS3650-Table-Saw/
I have seen these two TS's (in person) and have likes/dislikes about each and can't really decide. Can anyone assist me with their experiences with either of these saws or perhaps advantages/disadvantages based on what your experienced eye may see??
3/21 UPDATE: Looked at a few other recommendations online (JET, Griz, General,). Finally settled on the RIDGID TS3650 as I felt it had great reviews, good features and was probably the best bang for the buck as far as what I was looking for. Not going to go into a review here as there are plenty of professional ones already done. All I can say for now is....WOW!...:eusa_danc....what have I been missing with the benchtop TS? This thing is quiet and out of the box was cutting great with just a few minor adjustments. I'm thrilled with my choice and THANKS to all who provided input/suggestions/comments to assist me in this purchase. Oh, went $6 over budget...:roll:. Ran me $606 out the door at the local HD.
Delta 36-680
http://www.deltamachinery.com/index.asp?e=136&p=4921
RIDGID TS3650
http://www.ridgid.com/Tools/TS3650-Table-Saw/
I have seen these two TS's (in person) and have likes/dislikes about each and can't really decide. Can anyone assist me with their experiences with either of these saws or perhaps advantages/disadvantages based on what your experienced eye may see??
3/21 UPDATE: Looked at a few other recommendations online (JET, Griz, General,). Finally settled on the RIDGID TS3650 as I felt it had great reviews, good features and was probably the best bang for the buck as far as what I was looking for. Not going to go into a review here as there are plenty of professional ones already done. All I can say for now is....WOW!...:eusa_danc....what have I been missing with the benchtop TS? This thing is quiet and out of the box was cutting great with just a few minor adjustments. I'm thrilled with my choice and THANKS to all who provided input/suggestions/comments to assist me in this purchase. Oh, went $6 over budget...:roll:. Ran me $606 out the door at the local HD.
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