I think it is a pretty hard decision now to not buy the Sawstop. They
are fine saws and what is a finger worth? I'd pay that difference to
get back the 3/16" bevel I trimmed off of my left pointing finger on a
RAS... although it is pointier now.

One dealer I spoke with recently commented how the Sawstop rep told
him about the tail of two high schools, one of which balked at the
extra cost of a Sawstop and the poor kid who now lives without those
few fingers. It can and does happen to anyone. In fact, more and
continuing experience just equals more exposure to the risk.

BW

On Dec 21, 6:47*pm, "Joe" wrote:
If you had a choice, between a powermatic 66 and a pm2000, which would you
choose and why.

I may be forced (?!?!?!) into such a decision. (yeah, that's a bit of a
drive-by).

jc