Rockwell VersaSaw

One of my Students bought one and brought it to class to have me help her put the blade on and show her how it works. I guess some folks might like the fact that it’s smaller and easy to hold. But as a contractor it’s not something I think that I would invest in. Like you Ken I’m not really found of the plunge aspect of using it. I hope you enjoy yours though.

-- W James Brokenbourgh Custom furniture maker http://artisticwoodstudio.com/

Like any tool it has it’s limitations and should always be used within those limitations. If for no other reason than from a safety standpoint. I am presently rebuilding my workbench and haven’t taken the time to really go over the saw to see what modifications I can do to make the saw more useful. Mainly to override the plunge action and set it to a certain depth like my 7-1/4 circle saw. The plunge action is fine for an actual plunge in the center of the stock, but starting at the edge isn’t a good idea. Mainly because if you relax just a little bit two things could happen, it will not cut all the way through and it could cause kickback.

I just remembered something else I noticed I don’t like, the double triggers. One to turn the saw on and the other to release the base or plunge action if you will. I noticed it took a bit of coordination to depress both triggers at once and keep them depressed.

After all is said and done I think I will like the saw for my small projects. It isn’t too heavy and seems to be pretty well balanced. At least it isn’t battery operated which I do not own any major battery powered tools and doubt I ever will. I do have a gifted Craftsman NexTec set with Driver/Drill, Sander, Light and 3-3/8 circular saw that I like. The battery is a quick charge and holds a charge very well and it came with two batteries so I can charge one while the other is in use.

-- If it won't fit get a BIGGER hammer.