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Title: need new saw
Post by: Will on October 23, 2010, 07:46:43 am

Steve,
I know a lot of folks ask this question.  But let me try to narrow the question.  I am thinking about getting a dewalt 788 scrollsaw but am wondering if there is one a little less expensive that does not vibrate much.  I currently have a sears 16" that works when it wants to.  Only 4 years old but i will be in the middle of a project and it quits.  I let it sit for a few minutes and then it will work again.  At any rate, thanks for any advice.

Bill :-\

Title: Re: need new saw
Post by: julief on October 23, 2010, 07:57:21 am

Will, I'm not steve but, Issue #40 of the Scrollsaw magazine rated the top saws by price class.  You will never regret buying quality.  It will make your scrolling a more pleasurable experience. 
The new delta is the same saw as the Dewalt 788.  It comes with the stand and light so it is a much better bang for your buck.  Go for that one if that is where you need to be price wise.
The best starter saw in it's class is the Porter Cable.  It was ranked with the lowest vibration of it's class and is under $200.00.  I am teaching two people to scroll on this saw and it is decent, but given the choice - go for the Delta or Dewalt.

Title: Re: need new saw
Post by: Will on October 23, 2010, 08:18:38 am

thanks julief....i was just looking where to purchase a new delta, any ideas?  R u referring to the P-2o model?  thanks for the help

Title: Re: need new saw
Post by: julief on October 23, 2010, 08:40:58 am

The model is listed as Delta 40-690.  www.deltaportercable.com.  Delta and Dewalt are owned by the same company.  Although they cost the same, you get the stand and light with the Delta.  The stand also has an adjustment to raise the back of the saw if you are so inclined.  (some scrollers like that - I do not).  Since this is a new saw, there may be deals available out there.  Check the website to see who carries it  in your area.  I have not put my hands on this saw but I have used the Dewalt.  Although I prefer my excalibur, This would certainly be my second choice.

Title: Re: need new saw
Post by: termite on October 23, 2010, 09:44:30 am

i got my 788 from GRIZZLY stand,light,saw,shipping for $469. i dont know anything about the
DELTA. they are the same saw, different color, different name

Title: Re: need new saw
Post by: Will on October 23, 2010, 10:39:47 am

thanks JulieF and termite.  I am off to see what i can find ::)

Title: Re: need new saw
Post by: Judy Hunter on October 23, 2010, 12:28:42 pm

If you have an Acme Electric Tool Crib in your area, they handle dewalt and will match Grizzle's price, At least they did in my case.  No shipping no waitin.

Title: Re: need new saw
Post by: Will on October 23, 2010, 01:08:30 pm

thanks all for the information.

Title: Re: need new saw
Post by: Will on October 23, 2010, 06:18:13 pm

just ordered my new saw, dewalt 788 from grizzly, w/light and stand $465.00. 

Title: Re: need new saw
Post by: dgman on October 23, 2010, 07:38:40 pm

Congratulations Will! I bet you can't wait!

Title: Re: need new saw
Post by: GrayBeard on October 23, 2010, 08:27:41 pm

You are gonna be one Happy Scroller!

Congrats!

~~~GB~~~

Title: Re: need new saw
Post by: Will on October 23, 2010, 09:36:44 pm

cannot wait, got a lot of catching up to do for the holidays... ;D

Title: Re: need new saw
Post by: julief on October 24, 2010, 07:19:17 am

Congratulations, Will!!!  That's a great deal.  Get your camera ready - we want to see what you crank out on that baby.

Title: Re: need new saw
Post by: Russ C on October 24, 2010, 07:23:31 am

What does the shipping time look like?  8)

Title: Re: need new saw
Post by: Dan on October 24, 2010, 09:39:35 am

I bought my 788 from Rockler on Black Friday ( the day after Thanksgiving ) last year for 449.00. With light and stand. Great saw.

Dan

Title: Re: need new saw
Post by: Will on October 24, 2010, 08:29:52 pm

they said, ship in 2-3 days so iam expecting it this week.  Have not checked the order today.  Went in my shop and found the perfectr place for it.

Title: Re: need new saw
Post by: Will on October 30, 2010, 09:59:10 pm

My saw came in this past Friday.  I have it set up and started cutting with it today.   WHAT A DIFFERENCE A GOOD SAW MAKES....WOW.    Will post photos once i finish some things.

Title: Re: need new saw
Post by: julief on October 31, 2010, 07:04:34 am

Congratulations Will - Happy Cutting!

Title: Re: need new saw
Post by: dgman on October 31, 2010, 11:40:13 am

Looking forward to some pics  of projects from that new saw!