[net.rec.wood] imported tools from the far east

jackson@jaws.DEC (in the field of opportunity, it's plowin' time again) (04/05/85)

Does anyone out there in net-land have any experience with tools
that have been imported from japan?  

I am looking for a table saw, and have come across a catalog for Grizzly
Importers in Bellingham Washington.  they have a 10" DELTA/Rockwell
contractor look-alike for $325.00 + shipping (about $90)  This price
still keeps me well under the prices I have seen for the DELTA saw
(about $650 with motor )

My general questions are concerning the electrics and the quality of
the castings and machined pieces.  the table is cast iron with cast wings
so if they are machined properly, it would make a good saw.


thanks in advance for all responses

Bill Jackson
Digital Equipment Corp.

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