Getting back into woodworking after being away for several years, and straightening up my shop (2 car garage) for new tools. What seems conspicous by it's absence though, is discussions about radial arm saws. Also, shopping for them is tough. Only a couple companies offering them and even the tired/used ones on ebay are going for top dollar. Have there been so many accidents with them over the years that the manufacturers simply don't want to make them anymore ?
I got so used to using mine that it was just second nature to walk toward it for all crosscutting ops - had pretty much a whole wall dedicated to it and its associated table/fence setup. It was a staple in the shop - almost like the TS. Have the new miter saws and slide miter saws taken over ? Am I just old fashioned and been away too long ?
Understand, I have no problem spending LESS money - you seem to be able to get a top-of-the-line slide miter for 1/2 what a Delta 10" Radial Arm costs. I'd just like to know what the shortcomings are. Seems like it would be tough to do some things like trimming the rails on a frame/panel door.
Help me get with the times !
jim in orlando