Re: What do they call a radial arm saw that has 2 arms?

I worked with one of these that was much bigger with 14 or 16 inch blade. Dave, you are correct about being cautious, your standing position is very important when using one of these monsters.

D.Martin

Many thanks for that advise, now I'm a little scared. I got to think about this a little. My grandson would be on it as well. This all of a sudden puts a little different light on the saw. At least I have a name for it now, and I can explain it properly what I am (maybe was) looking for. Many thanks to you all........This is a great group..........Peter

Well, interestingly enough, Norm may have HAD it first, but, the one I own was built before NYW was broadcast...so might be older than his. I like mine a lot, but, i would not feel comfortable with letting kids use it...but then, I would not feel comfortable letting kids use ANY RAS. It is too much power, and, too exposed, for anything but a cautious and attentive adult to use. Regards Dave Mundt

On Sun, 17 Aug 2003 06:09:00 GMT, Mr B pixelated:

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Do you mean the kind that has a smaller pivoting arm under the main one? I don't know any special name for them, but it's one of Delta's famous products.

GTO(John)

I have a Delta Multiplex 20-A radial saw which I bought new in 1952. It is a wonderful tool and I use it for everything one would use a table saw for.

No "N" "turret arm"