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   Knotscott | Dec 31, 2005 04:04pm | #1

   I've gotten a good look at one a couple of times and am fairly impressed with the saw. Easily on par with the very similar Jet. It appears to be an excellent value relatively. It's not quite in the league of the 350 or 650, but few saws are, and none are in this price range. I've also read several positive comments from owners and no negatives come to mind.

   My past experiences with GI as a company have been very favorable and I wouldn't hesitate for a minute to buy another GI product. It's still a family owned business and there's something in their dealings with their customers that no conglomerate can match.

   "Friend" IMHO!

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   jc21 | Dec 31, 2005 05:01pm | #2

   "friend"......... looked at one (again) a couple of weeks ago- it's on my to consider list. Impressions ......... excellent fit and finish on all the examples I've seen-the extension tables matched up perfectly, excellent value $1399 (US) w/ table board and legs. Seems like GI's best kept secret; I'm surprised we don't hear more about it. I can't recall it ever being tested, been looking for some owner feedback myself.

   
   

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   Edited 12/31/2005 9:04 am ET by jc21

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   dchyatt | Dec 31, 2005 07:40pm | #3

   I own a General 350 for my home workshop and am very happy with it. I have used them in several woodworking shops and have always found them to be very solid and reliable, even after many years of steady use. They are "bulletproof". On the other hand, I have used the General International 50 260 at another woodworking shop and have been  disapointed with it. The main bearing needed replacing after less than two years use and the hand cranks for blade adjustments are no where near as smooth as those on the 350. My advice - if there is any way a 350 can fit into your budget, get it - you will not be disapointed. If you settle for the GI model you may not be so happy.

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   fw | Dec 31, 2005 11:59pm | #4

   thanks for the input. peacefull new year to all.