Thread: The devil you know - a new sliding table saw

Nice looking saw (from a Google search) . New or 2nd hand?

Well if they're built anything like their pro-level counterparts from SCM it should last many years. Personally, it's Altendorf or bust for panel saws, but they don't come in 'fun size'

Yep, the saw is a new one. Some of the features I like about the saw are the flip stops and no-tooling required for adjusting the scribing blade. As for an Altendorf, no argument. A pro mate just spent $100K on one at AWISA, beyond my budget and needs. Felder make a pretty thing for twice the budget. Good quality though.

Originally Posted by elanjacobs

Well if they're built anything like their pro-level counterparts from SCM it should last many years. Personally, it's Altendorf or bust for panel saws, but they don't come in 'fun size'

^^^ this, but theyre all "fun size"

Good choice, they're a nice saw. Let me know how the dust collection is, the pics on iwoodlike seem to show ducting to the scriber but don't show how they handle the main blade under table. Looks a bit different to my cu300, anyhow. The Boteco overhead guard they use, well I think it's just designed to protect your fingers not your lungs. Or maybe just to prevent a fine from WorkCover for not having a guard, I can't remember. I'm sure you'll replace it with something that works.

nice quality production machine you have there. I have a few SCM and they are very well made.

Jeff, I've got to get over to your place and have a look at all this fabulous gear! Then again may be not such a good idea. The green eyed monster might make an appearance!!

Cheers,
David

David, come on over when you get a chance. You've got my address and mobile. The lodgings here are very humble, which has left some space for woodworking purchases. I'll give an update on how the saw performs (including dust extraction) when I get it.

Dave, don't do it! Last time I went to Jeff's shed, I came home and spend a couple of grand on must haves, let alone the wants and a serious case of shed envy

Pat, that is a little unkind. Yes, it is probably true that I over-invested with my woodturning. (I have however sold one of my three big lathes, a VL 175 since you were here last. ) And, for everyone's information, I DO NOT OWN A VL240, unlike you Pat. I would love one!

The most used piece of equipment in my shed is sadly the tape measure/calculator duo. Even then, my good wife checks my cut list before I turn a saw on. Sad but true. The old adage about measuring twice went out the window long time ago. And yes, I burn most of my mistakes in one of the two wood heaters in the shed. (That, I admit, is extravagant. )

Shed envy? One of the members of our woodworking club has a $40K toy tractor. It does everything.... And that is true envy when you live on acres!

My God Jeff, karma!! - Vicmarc VL240 ASM with extension bed and outboard turning attachment

David, like everyone else, I have my wish list and the VL240 isn't near the top. Before then, I want a 15 inch Powermatic thicknesser with a spiral head, a decent re-saw bandsaw from Gabbett Machinery plus my little SMC PS. And, heaven forbid, it would be nice to get my dust cyclones going..... A few metal fittings short for a start.....

I also have an aversion to buying second hand at near-new rates for 2 year old machines.....

And buying crap. Sure, it hurts today but not so much the next day. Or the day after.