5 comments about Freud LU85R010 10-Inch 80 Tooth ATB Ultimate Cut-Off Saw Blade with 5/8-Inch Arbor and PermaShield Coating.

1. I build picture frames and sell wholesale. I used a dewalt miter saw with this blade for a year before buying one of the expensive double cut miter saws. "The state of the art precision blades" that came on the saw left a lot to be desired I immediately ordered two of the LU85012 blades to tune up the saw. Like always the cuts are glass smooth and make perfect joints I have used the blades for six months, making thousands of cuts on prefinished poplar moulding and they still make glass smooth cuts. I just ordered two more simply because they were on sale and I might need them next year.



2. After setting up my new DeWalt sliding miter saw I decided I wanted a better blade for cabinet work, The first blade I bought was the 12-96T Freud Diablo, and after a few cuts I new that this was not the precision I wanted, so after reading the reviews I sent the Diablo back and ordered this blade, The blade runs smooth but the cut edges are torn out on the back side, and when I cut a piece of 5 1/2" base molding at a 45* the back side is splintered about 1/8" deep. I just bought a 10" Forrest WW11 for my table saw and WOW, from now on the Forrest is for me. For those who want to try the Freud good luck (as for me the Forrest chpmaster is my choice)



3. Super smooth cuts. But you can't really chop cut with the blade. You have to take a few extra miliseconds than you would with a 60 tooth, but you make that up in sanding and/or gluing time since the cut is now at about a 150-grit finish anyway. It seems to run quieter than the blade I replaced (can't recall the brand or model since its been on so long). And it fits snuggly on my 5/8" arbor, no play. All-in-all I find it an excellent blade for my second most important saw (my table saw has a Woodworker II).



4. This blade cuts very smooth with no splintering. I use this on my Delta 12" lazer chop saw for finish work. I had one of these for years and had it resharpened until the teeth could be sharpened no more. I replaced it with a Forest chop saw blade bucause I use Forest on most of my other saws and they work great but the Forest blade would not make the smooth cuts I needed so I went back to this Freud balde. I have been woodworking for over 40 years and in my openion, this is the blade to use for finish work. There are other blades out there that will equal the performance of this blade but not at this price!



5. Purchased this blade for a DeWalt 12-inch compound miter saw. Although the blade does a good job on most cuts, I honestly see no difference between this blade and my old Freud blade costing a little over half as much. I definitely would not spend the additional money for this blade again.

5 comments about Kreg KMS7215 Micro-Adjuster for Band Saw & Router Table Fences.

1. While the item is what I had expected, it was previously ordered and received. Yet for some unknown reason it was AGAIN included with the order for CD's



2. I bought this for my Kreg band saw fence and while I like the fence a lot, this little thing is sort of a waste of money. For one, it's difficult to use; the wheel is really small and it's difficult to turn with any tension on the main fence. Here's the rub, in order to move the fence with this thing, you have to unlock the fence but only a little - so that there is still some tension on it, thus making it difficult to move. In the end, I find that the precission is lost when the fence is loosened and tightened anyway. A tap on the fence actualy works better and is easier to do. The second problem is that with this thing attached, you can't just lift the fence off the table when you don't want to use the fence. The way this attaches to the track, you have to unscrew it all the way to take it off - a bit of a pain although not terrible. So, 3 stars since it seems pretty well made, but I probably would not buy it again.



3. I bought the Kreg band saw fence and the micro-adjuster about three months ago. At first, I couldn't get the adjuster to work at all--the wheel you're supposed to turn was difficult to grip and the amount of force required to turn it was excessive. So I just put the thing on a shelf and decided that the only good thing about it was that it didn't cost very much.
   
   Then I was reading Mark Duginske's band saw book and saw a picture of a micro-adjuster on an Inca band saw. Duginske says they're wonderful devices and he doesn't understand why American manufacturers don't sell them (his book was written in 1989). The Inca device looks very much like the Kreg, so I thought I would have another go at making it work.
   
   The problem was that I had the saddle mounted too high (it rides on 4 nylon screws) and the brass screw of the adjuster was binding in the hole of the saddle. Forcing the brass screw into the threaded hole cocked the saddle at a slight angle and prevented it from sliding smoothly.
   
   Five minutes of fiddling with the nylon screws solved the problem. When I ran the screw into the threaded hole, it was obvious that the alignment was good. I tightened the adjuster to the rail and found I could move the fence easily, with gentle thumb pressure on the adjuster wheel.
   
   I installed a dial indicator and found that one revolution of the wheel moves the fence by .050" (the screw looks like a 1/4-20). I found that I could easily move the fence left and right by as little as .001". There is backlash when you reverse direction, as you would expect.
   
   I find that I use it fairly often. At first, I thought the thing would be useful only for cutting really thin veneer. But in fact, it is quite useful when you're trying to align the blade with a pencil mark on the workpiece, the workpiece is too big to sit by itself on the saw table, and you have only one hand free. Moving the fence "just a skosh" is easier when you can just rotate a thumbwheel rfather than tapping the fence, overshooting, tapping the other way, etc. etc.
   
   So I recommend this little gadget. But you have to install it properly.



4. I added the Kreg Micro Adjuster to my Kreg router table to allow very minor adjustments to my router fence position. It does a supperb job if you need very fine positioning of the fence.



5. I purchased the micro adjuster to go with the kreg band saw fence. I had a hard time setting up the micro adjuster, in fact I never got it to work correctly. It hindered the smooth back and forth movement of the fence and actually made the set up more difficult. I finaly gave up and returned the product. The fence on the other hand works great-very high quality and accuracy.

5 comments about DEWALT DW682K Heavy-Duty 6.5 Amp Plate Joiner.

1. I purchased a factory reconditioned (with full warranty) DeWalt plate joiner. Not only was it missing a pin on which the miter swivels up and down, but the blade cut far too deep, no matter how much I adjusted it. I had to stick a 16p nail in the missing hole to keep the miter from flopping around while working. It was a good thing I made many test cuts since it cut far deep. For example, on setting "0" it cut so deep that a "0" biscuit completely disappeared in the cut. I was finally able to crank the fine depth adjustment down so that on "0" setting I could use a "10" biscuit. I normally purchase DeWalt by default since I have never had anything but good luck with them, but boy did I get screwed on this one. Fortunately the retailer is taking it back based on the 90 day money back guarantee. I am honestly not sure I want to chance another DeWalt joiner at this time.



2. I order this tool for a special project and was ready to use it as soon I got it out of the box. I started to cut the first joint and the handle collasped forward and smashed by fingers. On closer inspection I found that the threads in one side of the handle were stripped completely out. With care I continued to use the tool to finish the project. Later I filled the hole with metal epoxy and re-threaded it. I am sure dewalt would have made it good but I didn't have time. Somewhat dissapointed but the tool works great if you keep your fingers "from between the bricks"



3. I purchased a new Dewalt 682K. The instructions were not great, especially for me (a relatively new woodworker). However, the problem was the depth gauge for the plunge--none (0, 10, 20, M) worked. With the exception of 0 (which was much deeper than it should have been), the other three were all the same depth. So, I took it back to the vendor (Western Tool). They pulled out a floor model to compare. Its depth guage didn't work either! That was the end of my Dewalt biscuit joiner.



4. Bought one of these awhile back. I've used it on numerous projects without any problem. The motor will strain a bit if you really move into the cut too fast. Otherwise, the machine is repeatable with a nice fence. The adjustments for angle, size and depth are easy to manipulate and STAY there once set.
   
   Highly recommended. Absolutely no problems.



5. This was one of my most-used tools until I started using pocket hole joinery. At that point, biscuits took on more of a specialty role for me. My DeWalt 682 has seen a lot of use, though, and is still as tight as new. It comes with an excellent blade that stays sharp for a VERY long time, and the tool has plenty of power - it feels effortless.
   
   I have only one complaint about this tool, and that's its dust & chip collection. The outlet is a bit small and plugs when using the bag. So badly, in fact, that I've taken to clearing it out after every few holes. I use the tool with a vac whenever possible, and the port stays clear.

3 comments about Incra IG32 Incra Gauge.

1. Its a handy tool for measuring blade height and inexpensive. I find that I use it more often as a convenient way to find center along board edges. That is a real time saver.



2. This tool has been great for setting blade height on my table saw and router table. I also use it frequently for making repeatable measurements in from the edge of a workpiece. This is one tool where the potential uses really are limited by your imagination.
   
   In spite of its rather plain plastic appearance, this tool provides all of the accuracy that you would expect from an Incra product. It has also proved very durable, surviving several falls from table height, and saw dust and pencil marks are easy to clean off of it.



3. THIS IS A HANDY LITTLE GIZMO. USED IT JUST A FEW TIMES. EASY TO USE AND ACCURATE.

5 comments about Forrest WW10407100 Woodworker II 10-Inch 40 Tooth ATB .100 Kerf Saw Blade with 5/8-Inch Arbor.

1. After buying two different Freud blades for my miter saw and not liking the quality I read some reviews for the Freud to see again if there was something wrong, I discovered one review that said I should forget the Freud blade and go straight for the Forrest WW11, I did and I can say there is not a blade out there that can hold a candle to this blade. when I opened the package I thought I bought a used blade because it had been personlized, the teeth are so large and sharp you must handle it carefully or get cut. So I installed it and you would not believe it, It is spot on true and with only 40 teeth it cuts so smooth it looks like its went thru the jointer. so if you are looking for the very best look no further, put this blade on your table saw and you can cut anything, anyway.



2. Great saw blade! The only one I ever put on my Powermatic 66 table saw.



3. I buy this woodworker II 10" 40 tooth 3/64" kerf & dampener on Amazon.com
   I cut & rip softwood & hardwood. The cut is a lot smoother with this blade comparing to Bosch blade shipped w/ 4000-09 table saw.
   
   Price range is around $70-100.
   Although it's a thin kerf 3/64" compare to 1/8" of original Bosch blade, the carbide teeth is at least 2x bigger. You can resharpen this blade several times.
   
   The joint between carbide teeth and the steel is kind of rusty when I receive it. The teeth is protected by vinyl during S&H. I may send email to Forrest to ask why. I don't see it's affect the cut quality. Just wonder why it's like that on brand new blade.
   



4. I have had this blade for a few months now and have used it to cut over 400 bd ft of hardwood (mostly walnut) with a Bosch 4000 portable Job-site table saw. I have used many different blades on this saw over the years (freud thin, Dewalt woodworker, etc etc) and this is the best blade I have ever used for this type of saw. The thin kerf is perfect for under powered saws. Now for my 3 hp Jet TS I use a full kerf blade (forrest is great as is the freud fusion) because the thicker metal is more stable and leaves a cleaner cut. I highly recommend this blade for ALL portable saws and any saw with less then 1 1/2 hp. It makes a very clean cut in both cross cuts and rips. This blade excels at cutting hardwoods and is worth the higher price.



5. I have probably over the 57 years into wood working never used as fine as the FORREST 10" Woodworker II saw blade. This is the best blade bare none on the market today. I also have the Forrest 8" dado King and the Forrest 12" 60 tooth miter saw blade. All exelent blades. I will owne or use no other.

3 comments about Dremel 685-01 48 Pc Cutting/Carving Accessory Set.

1. Recieved this dremel set for christmas. At first, other than the sanding drums, I thought it was for metal working only. However I have found that the burr tools do a real nice job carving on wood. They don't load up as I thought they would and with a light touch they don't "burn" the wood. Very nice for undercutting profiles and shaping small knobs. These are a very useful addition to my dremel arsenal and will get a lot of use.
   Highly recommend.



2. Everything worked as I had expected so no complaints on how any of the pieces performed. My only complaint, however, is that in all of these little sets they give you a ton of little cut off discs.... why not just say something has "10 items, plus a freakin' load of cut-off discs you'll probably never use".



3. This kit offers fewer cutting and shaping tools than I had expected. Sandpaper rings and disks outweigh the package.
   
   bem

3 comments about DEWALT DW7342 Replaceable Knives for DW734.

1. The replacement knives were shipped in good time. They work very well. No problems.



2. I recently bought these to replace the others in my planer, and when I took the old knives out they still sliced paper! The finish they left on wood wasn't as smooth and polished looking as these new ones leave, but if they can still slice paper that means they are sharp! At nearly $50 for the set they certainly aren't cheap, but I'm only on my third set in four years. I don't use my planer daily, but I am a rather avid woodworker so it doesn't sit idle for months either. Planing mostly very hard tropical hardwoods is the norm for my machine. These knives are made in Taiwan, but to my surprise they are not in any way lacking because of it. As an aside, they are also very easy to reverse/change. Definitely five stars.



3. Only knives for this planer that I"m aware of. Amazon.com had a great price & free delivery. I've used several sets of these knives for tropical hardwoods and they do a GREAT job. The planer & three knives combo produces the best results for the dollar.

5 comments about HTC PM7000 Portamate Miter Saw & Power Tool Work Center.

1. I have not purchased this product yet and at this point probably will not. HTC appears to no longer be in business. The phone number listed on their web site and in the product manual has been disconnected. Amazon customer service cannot contact the company also. If any of the tools you intend to use with the product have offset mounting holes (not inline with the mounts), according to the product manual you must purchase kit J-104 that provides brackets to mount the tool to the supports. Amazon does not carry the kit and at this time it seems impossible to purchase the kit.
   
   The fact that the company appears to no longer exist also does not bode well for obtaining any warranty service. I also question how long you will be able to obtain pairs of mounting brackets for additional tools.
   
   This is very unfortunate because this product seems to fit all my needs and none of the other stands available seem as versatile.
   
   This product looks to be headed in the same direction as the Betamax.



2. HTC is alive and well and has just moved into a new office and factory in Fair Haven, MI



3. Within six month the extension arms stick and the fail to support any material. They drop about three inches below the saw height. Not worth the money. I try to buy local but it is net worth the time wasted.



4. This is a decent stand if your under 5'-10" . I had to put 3 1/2" riser blocks under my saw which took a little time. The clips that hold the saw to the stand have broken off in under a years worth of use. Handle at wheel end too close to ground when moving saw. Vise is a nice feature. This stand is also made for Craftsman- that should be a clue to what the quality is.



5. Though it arrived in a box that looked like it had been attacked by a really upset grizzly, the work center was in good shape. It is a solid unit that lives up to its ads. I am quite pleased with it overall. The only issue that prevented a 5 rating is that the handle on the end opposite the wheels must be removed so that the material support can be properly adjusted, a minor but irritating design malfunction. This is a great addition for those who must both move their tools around as well as conserve floor space.

5 comments about Mirka 23-624-060 6" 6-Hole 60 Grit Dustless Hook & Loop Sanding Discs - 50 Pack.

1. Holds up longer than the home center variety. Works great on my Bosch 6".



2. These discs were used with a Porter Cable sander. I used approximately 95 discs from this purchase restoring redwood decking. they did not clog or fill excessively and were extremely uniform in theri finish.



3. Free shipping got this to me in just a few days despite the longer estimates. For less than half the price per disk and double the wear life of my only alternative available at Home Depot, these babies were a major find! I ended up using a lot less than I had anticipated, and now I have a ton left for subsequent projects.



4. I ordered this 6 holed dustless paperand it came with no holes, even after I sent itbackonceyou sent the same paper with no holes again. Totally useless.



5. I live on top of a hill in Colorado, I do not have postal service. I use a friends house for delivery of on-line orders, it takes more than a hour of driving to pick up my order. Twice you sent me the wrong product, no-hole instead of 6 hole, very frustrating.

1 comments about Kreg KMS7724 12 Self-Adhesive Measuring Tape (Left-Right Reading).

1. Very strong and readable tape measure. My original intention was to adhere it to my assembly table, but it's too thick, about 1/16", and would be snagged when sliding project on the table.
   
   Ended up using it inside a t-track on my cross-cut sled, similar to what's shown in the product picture. It made the sled much more usable. Will order a couple more for other uses around the shop.