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    Has anyone got any experience of these scroll saws. I have been told they are good copy of a well known brand. Is this true?

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    I have a 21" general, (many refer to this brand as Excalibur) bought nearly 10 months ago, hasn't missed a beat. Every time I use it I enjoy it more, just can't get to it enough SWMBO has all these other projects. Suppose I can't complain I get to use all my other "toys".
    but you can google Excalibur reviews for more info - you will also find many a post within this forum. Carbatec have specials at the woodworking shows or to men's shed members or woodworking group members. About 10% off RRP.
    cheers

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    Quote Originally Posted by Grahamt View Post
    Has anyone got any experience of these scroll saws. I have been told they are good copy of a well known brand. Is this true?
    The Carbatec CT-SS18V 18" variable speed scroll saw is supposed to be a copy of a Hegner and is similar to the Tru-Pro which I have. I believe, after a while, most owners upgrade the blade clamps to the superior Hegner pinless ones (which has been done with mine) but other than that I consider it is good value for money.
    It is very stable with very little or no vibration.
    Russell (aka Mulgabill)
    "It is as it is"

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    I to have a carbatec 18" variable speed saw which I have had for just over 12 months & like Mulgabill I have found it to be a top saw,there are probably better out there but depends on your budget, My saw came with pinless blade holders but I did purchase a hagner Quick release blade holder to make life easier.Once again very happy with my saw it goes well.
    Cheers Peter.

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    I have also purchased the Carbatec 18", like previous 2 posts, very happy with saw. Have also ordered the clamps.

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    Thanks for the feedback. I will look at the alternative clamps.

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    Beware of carbatec! Some have been known to never come out once you enter, myself included. I can spend hours there.

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