On 2/2/2019 11:30 AM, -MIKE- wrote:
On 2/2/19 10:54 AM, Leon wrote:
Looks like Kreg is getting into the Track Saw game and it appears to
offer features much like the Festool track saw and the Festool MFT
table for cutting.
Something interesting is the fact that the Kreg track saw is a lefty
version.Â* And it appears to possibly be made much like the Festool
track saw, it has a lot of the same features for adjustments and
methods of use.
The system is is a basic copy of the Festool system but with added
features.Â* I really like the table folding up and being moveable with
built in wheels.Â* The Festool MFT only folds up and then you carry it
around.
Just the saw and a track long enough to cut across 50" will be $400.00.
The cutting table with wheels kit will be $500.00
The Master kit that includes all of the above, $900.00.
Like the Festool set up, you could probably get by with out a table
saw and with the added benefit of portability.
https://www.kregtool.com/landing/ada...px?source=1677
For those of you in California this may not be a good option,
apparently it causes cancer in your state.Â* I can't wait for the
warning labels that caution that the item could burn and cause forest
fires.Â* ;~)
https://www.kregtool.com/tool-specs/...n-65-a2-w.aspx
I just finally got into the track saw game.Â* I saw the Kreg when I was
looking around, but I ended up going with the cordless Makita for a few
reasons...
There certainly is nothing wrong with Makita especially with
reliability. I have had a Makita trim router for several years and it
is bullet proof.
And I bought a Makita impact and drill in 2004. I used them extensively
until I started using a Festool drill in early 2012. I can say that I
no longer use my Makita impact. Amazingly the Festool drill replaced
the Makita impact driver. On a rare occasion I will use my Bosch impact
but mostly if I want to drill holes and not switch bits on the Festool
drill.
1. It's been getting really great reviews on respected tool review sites.
2. After getting a Makita cordless impact driver last year, I've begun
the migration to all Makita cordless (and a few corded) tools.
3. The Makita track saw came with two 5ah batts, PLUS a free 2/pack of
5ah batts as a cooperate promotion, through Jan.Â* Saw w/blade, dual
charger, Four 5ah batts, stacking cases, for $500.
It seems that batteries are getting less expensive. Even the Festool
batteries are reasonably priced. And if I go to a Festool road show
they typically give me a new battery and sometimes a new charger too.
It was just a no-brainer for me since I've fallen in love with Makita
and already had a bunch of batteries... now even more!Â* Another bonus is
the Makita fits Festool tracks, so if I need one in a hurry, there's
plenty in stock at the local Woodcraft.
I understand that DeWalt will fit the Festool track too. Maybe another
way to go in a pinch.
I got a track, yesterday, from Amazon with same-day delivery... I'll be
taking the saw on its maiden voyage, today, making a table top.
Cool!