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First Tablesaw Purchase - Formost Machinery Co Model 047A

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#1 · (Edited by Moderator)
Hello
This is my first post, though I have browsed the forms looking for information as I make my first tablesaw purchase. Plan on using the saw for small projects to start (large poster frames, planter boxes, side tables, ect) but would like the ability to use it for larger hardwood in the future.

I found this table saw for $80 on craigslist in my area, and it includes 2 Freud blades, but I can not find any reviews regarding this saw.

Any input would be greatly appreciated!

Foremost Machinery Co Model 047A 10" TS

http://portland.craigslist.org/clc/tls/4642268508.html

Thanks!

Greg
 
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#3 · (Edited by Moderator)
It depends on how much money you want to tie up in the
saw. I think the Craftsman is a good modern saw and not
overpriced.

The Foremost machine is a Taiwan import, a clone I think
of a Rockwell saw style from the 1970s. The fence is
a "Jet-lock" rendered obsolete by T-square fences on most
newer saws. You can work with it, sure, and the saw
is priced attractively, but changing fence settings may
be a bit slower than most of us are used to these
days.
 
#7 ·
Totally agree with Loren's insight. The Craftsman, to me, is the best deal. The Foremost is workable as a bargain saw. The Jet is listed as direct drive. I'd avoid those in favor of a belt drive any day.

If you go look at the Craftsman, take the time to check to be sure all the parts listed in the manual are there. Plug it in and spin up the motor and try all the controls to make sure they work smoothly. The main body is together, so all the essentials are in the open to be tested.
 
#8 · (Edited by Moderator)
It looks to me like the Foremost is one of many saws made by Mao Shan that got branded Jet, Grizzly, GI, Ohio Forge, Omega, AFF, etc. It's got the same guts as many highly regarded Taiwanese contractor saws. The motor is worth $80, so the rest of the saw is free! The fence is sort of lame, but at that price is well worth putting a better fence on.

Beware the alignment issues on the Cman 21833 and R4512. Good saws if they don't have the plague, but toast if they do.

Here's a gem:
http://portland.craigslist.org/clk/tls/4640234196.html
 
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