Delta tablesaw model 36-979

Jerry, that saw is pretty similar to the Delta I have (though I can’t seem to find the model number) and I like it. It was a definite step up from the toy I started with, but I thought it was worth the money.

-- Working at Woodworking www.VillageLaneFurniture.com

Thank you

-- Jerry Miller

Ridgid also makes a nice table saw in about the same price range. You can see it at the Home Depot. The table top is a little larger than the Delta, and the rails are about 6 inches longer. All the tops are cast iron, where the Delta I have seen have cast iron for the main table, and aluminum for the extension. The Ridgid also seems to have plenty of power for its size.

-- Bill, Turlock California, http://www.brookswoodworks.com

Rockler had that Jet closeout on a real decent saw with cast wings and a 1 1/2 horse motor…and I think they still have them.

I think that makes for a good deal on a brand new saw!

-- Dorje (pronounced "door-jay"), Seattle, WA

I have the Ridgid that Bill talked about. For a contractor type saw, I do not think you will find much better. I love mine. Have had no power issues yet and the top is very flat and heavy. If you’re like me, the $1500 – $3000 for a cabinet saw is not possible, then this is a great saw for you. Also comes with the rolling base that helps out a lot (as long as the floor is pretty flat).

Kevin

-- Kevin, Wichita, Kansas

I’ve got the Jet 708100—it’s a contractor type saw but the motor is inside the housing, which makes it slightly more compact than a traditional contractor saw with the motor hanging out the back. I bought it online from Sears for a little over $500, delivered. I added a mobile base so I can move it around my small shop (i.e., half of a two-car garage). It’s a great saw, and fairly reasonably priced, IMO.