Woodpeckers - Precision Woodworking Tools SERXL-36 Straight Edge Rule, 36-Inch (Rating: 1)
I recently purchased an 8" Jointer and cabinet table saw and needed a precision straight edge to properly tune and align my new toys. I have some Woodpeckers products already and am pleased with them (router plates and such)so I had absolutely no reservations about purchasing their product.
I received my precision straight edge in a really nice particle board case that had a recess in which laid the straight edge, protected from harm. I took it out and was very pleased with the fit and form of the product until I ran me eye down the length of the straight edge. What I saw greatly disappointed me because it looked more like I should mount a string to it and go deer hunting. This thing was totally bowed. I came to the conclusion that it could only have been manufactured this way and not damaged during shipping based on the condition that it arrived in. I was reluctant to exchange it but woodcraft had sent out a replacement before I could ask for a refund so I waited for the new one to arrive. I fully expected the replacement to be void of any defects but as luck would have it , the replacement had the very same defect.
I will not bad mouth Woodpeckers as a manufacturer, I own some of their products already and am satisfied. It would seem however that there is certainly an issue with both the quality control and manufacturing process for this item. I'll be looking elsewhere.
I recently purchased an 8" Jointer and cabinet table saw and needed a precision straight edge to properly tune and align my new toys. I have some Woodpeckers products already and am pleased with them (router plates and such)so I had absolutely no reservations about purchasing their product.
I received my precision straight edge in a really nice particle board case that had a recess in which laid the straight edge, protected from harm. I took it out and was very pleased with the fit and form of the product until I ran me eye down the length of the straight edge. What I saw greatly disappointed me because it looked more like I should mount a string to it and go deer hunting. This thing was totally bowed. I came to the conclusion that it could only have been manufactured this way and not damaged during shipping based on the condition that it arrived in. I was reluctant to exchange it but woodcraft had sent out a replacement before I could ask for a refund so I waited for the new one to arrive. I fully expected the replacement to be void of any defects but as luck would have it , the replacement had the very same defect.
I will not bad mouth Woodpeckers as a manufacturer, I own some of their products already and am satisfied. It would seem however that there is certainly an issue with both the quality control and manufacturing process for this item. I'll be looking elsewhere.