On Tue, 24 Jan 2012 14:16:39 -0600, Steve Barker
I was pretty much set on the makita (either 10 or 12") for about a year,
until i started reading reviews.. Seems the motor can be wasted in a
matter of seconds if it happens to get stalled with the direct drive.

You need to take part in a Festool demo day. And then, take advantage
of their 30 day satisfaction guaranteed offer. After that, you can
consider your money really gone.