This saw has a number of one-of-a-kind features. The sliding-rail T-square fence system was unmatched the miter gauge was easy to adjust and accurate and the dust-collection system was the best. Although this saw is no longer manufactured, Garrett Wade and Eagle Tools continue to sell parts for it.
For a full review on this saw, read the June 1999 article from Fine Woodworking magazine, available on the Fine Woodworking Network.
Regardless of the board’s grain, this jointer produced excellent results. Its fence was totally flat, worked smoothly, and locked well, staying in place even after jointing multiple edges. Getting the fence to 90° was very easy, but the 90° stop was a little tricky to set and the fence did not go back to square when using it. For those who would use it, there is also a digital depth-of-cut scale.
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