Powermatic 1791271GK 64 Saw with 50" Accu-Fence, Legs, and Router Lift

Customer Reviews:

New table saw enthusiast [Posted on 2002-01-22]
This saw is plently powerful for a novice like myself. Would like to see it shipped in better boxes. The instructions could be written more clearly with better illustrations. An expert could probably assemble the saw in 2-2.5 hours. It took me considerably longer. The steps on setting up the fence were easier to understand and accurate. Apparently the rail system for the fence has recently changed. Make sure you have the correct rails for the saw. I had to exchange mine. Once the fence is installed (take your time here)the tape measure and fence are extremely accurate. A mobile base certainly helps. The dado insert does not fit with all dado's stacked (13/16"). I may try a zero clearance dado insert instead. You will need some assistance when installing the extension table or several 4-5" C clamps. The table top is well machined, smooth, and the miter slots fit and travel well. The fence locks smoothly and glides across the rails well esp. with a coat of paste wax on the rails. Very happy with the product and would recommend it to others. I have'nt used the router kit yet so I can't comment on that feature.

Quality Contractor Saw [Posted on 2002-08-08]
The saw, extension table and router lift was delivered in 6 packages which weighed a total of 400#. FedEx couldn't get their truck up my 100 yard uphill driveway, but the driver put the extire package on a hydraulic jack and unloaded it with his liftgate. We pushed the load up my driveway and unloaded all in the garage. He waited until I inspected all the packages. With the exception of a 6 inch rip in one of the boxes, every package was in tact.

I spent an entire Saturday assembling everything. (And that included many breaks!) The instructions were not difficult to figure out. A few more pictures might have been helpful. Everything fit like it was supposed to with the exception of the blade guard. The part of the guard that attached to a hex bolt under the table didn't fit. I used a file to reshape the slot on the guard to make it fit. I only needed an assistant to help mount the motor, table wings and extension table.

The assembled saw is a fine piece of equipment. The steel table and wings are flat and with no imperfections. The motor is quieter than I thought it would be. The fence is accurate, true and heavy duty. The router lift allows you to use the saw fence with your router if needed.

All in all, I'm happy with the saw from the delivery to the final assembled product. I'm looking forward to much leisurely woodworking with it.

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