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Old 01-04-2017, 08:15 AM
Ned Milburn Ned Milburn is offline
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Many newer saw makers are building one-piece welded frame ("European") construction. Laguna, General/General-International, Grizzly, etc. A variety of choices are available. Your choice should have a strong enough motor and accurate blade adjusters.

A 14" is the de facto small shop workhorse. It is small enough that it won't break the bank or your back to move it, but big enough to resaw up to near 10". (Note, even if the saw says it has 12 inches clearance, it might only be able to cut 9 or 10" effectively.)

I chose my General International 14" for its 12" resaw depth. It runs on normal current, but can be rewired for 220.

Buying beyond one's perceived needs is often a good idea. "They never built a barn big enough!"
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