Longer time lurker, first time poster.
Relatively new to the game, living in Michigan and have been moving toward accumulating the tools necessary to pursue more serious projects than shelving and firewood racks.
The next tool I'm looking for is a Table Saw, and also want to pick up a Jig Saw (to be followed by a jointer).
Currently have a 10" sliding Mitre/stand and a Skilsaw (along with a DW735 jointer, Bosch 1611 router), but wanting the options to rip some more serious material and have more repeatability in my cuts. I'm currently working out of the two car garage (well it was a garage, but is currently occupied by the teak outdoor furniture set I got for a song that I'm restoring for my wife).
So the advice I'm looking for is what option to go with in a Table Saw. I have a fairly time consuming job, but intend to spend some time on this and be moving to building some furniture/cabinets round the house eventually. Portability is important, as we do need to get the car into the garage in winter given the snow and cold round here. I was originally interested in the Bosch Reaxx or SawStop, but after reading that ludicrous copyright saga, decided against it and went with a couple of Grippers instead.
Current leaders were the Bosch 4100-09 or the DeWalt 7491RS - but upon reading I've heard some varying opinions on the priors fence and power delivery, while the later seems to be a perennial favorite (particularly the pinion fence) in the Contractors saw grade. Looking at the money down new as these things are damn popular on craigslist (seems you can get the DeWalt at around $519), its not that much of a step to a hybrid saw. I'm a little reluctant to go all the way to a cabinet, unless I can find a way to make it mobile, and the space occupied isn't too ridiculous. So I guess I'm looking for an opinion on potential good second hand targets in the hybrid bracket - I'm not adverse to doing some restoration work, but if it gets down to electrical this would be beyond my knowledge.
In terms of blades for the table saw - I'm guessing that is going to depend a little on what saw I end up with - but assuming that a combination of a ripping/all purpose (24-40T) and a finer crosscut blade (60-80T) is going to cover me, other than a nice 8" dado set. I'm assuming I could also use the crosscut for the miter. Suggestions on a blade that is going to be a good longer term investment?
On a similar note - anyone have a decent suggestion for a Jigsaw - something that is T bladed (i've heard they hold better), and going to be useful for a range of woodworking projects.
Relatively new to the game, living in Michigan and have been moving toward accumulating the tools necessary to pursue more serious projects than shelving and firewood racks.
The next tool I'm looking for is a Table Saw, and also want to pick up a Jig Saw (to be followed by a jointer).
Currently have a 10" sliding Mitre/stand and a Skilsaw (along with a DW735 jointer, Bosch 1611 router), but wanting the options to rip some more serious material and have more repeatability in my cuts. I'm currently working out of the two car garage (well it was a garage, but is currently occupied by the teak outdoor furniture set I got for a song that I'm restoring for my wife).
So the advice I'm looking for is what option to go with in a Table Saw. I have a fairly time consuming job, but intend to spend some time on this and be moving to building some furniture/cabinets round the house eventually. Portability is important, as we do need to get the car into the garage in winter given the snow and cold round here. I was originally interested in the Bosch Reaxx or SawStop, but after reading that ludicrous copyright saga, decided against it and went with a couple of Grippers instead.
Current leaders were the Bosch 4100-09 or the DeWalt 7491RS - but upon reading I've heard some varying opinions on the priors fence and power delivery, while the later seems to be a perennial favorite (particularly the pinion fence) in the Contractors saw grade. Looking at the money down new as these things are damn popular on craigslist (seems you can get the DeWalt at around $519), its not that much of a step to a hybrid saw. I'm a little reluctant to go all the way to a cabinet, unless I can find a way to make it mobile, and the space occupied isn't too ridiculous. So I guess I'm looking for an opinion on potential good second hand targets in the hybrid bracket - I'm not adverse to doing some restoration work, but if it gets down to electrical this would be beyond my knowledge.
In terms of blades for the table saw - I'm guessing that is going to depend a little on what saw I end up with - but assuming that a combination of a ripping/all purpose (24-40T) and a finer crosscut blade (60-80T) is going to cover me, other than a nice 8" dado set. I'm assuming I could also use the crosscut for the miter. Suggestions on a blade that is going to be a good longer term investment?
On a similar note - anyone have a decent suggestion for a Jigsaw - something that is T bladed (i've heard they hold better), and going to be useful for a range of woodworking projects.