Help please - which saw is better?

[Stephen M]

3 things steared me to the Jet.

Backwards tilt (is it left or right? Depends on where you're standing!) availability: I wanted the dust to go out the correct side of the machine for my dust collection design.

When I touched the machines, the Unisaw had a lousy feel the the tilt and blade elevation wheels. The jet was smooth as silk. I *assume* that this is a not a function of sloppy showroom setup which is almost ubiquitous across brands. I could be all wet, but it left an impression

About $200.

In retrospect, it's still a coin flip.

-Steve

[Leon]

I also think if you lift up the skirts on that Jet

May be inferior but you hear and I have seen Delta trunions being broken more often than all others combined. I seriously doubt you could see the difference.

[MN Guy]

Would have to go with the General 650. Open the covers and you'd agree.

[Larry Blanchard]

What, no General?

[Andrew Barss]

I have the Jet, in the package you describe. It's a terrific saw, and the router and router lift are excellent. Jet has fine tech support. So, from my prspective, go Jet.

And check local dealers. I bought mine locally, and they delivered it free, helped me set it up, etc. And making a major purchase from a local dealer can enhance your relationship with them, leading to deals down the road.

-- Andy Barss