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| FractalWalk:
--- Quote from: versapak on December 29, 2004, 10:21:10 pm ---A jigsaw can make ANY cut that a table saw can make. --- End quote --- It is certainly possible to make the same cuts, but it certainly isn't easy. Try cutting a 3 foot 17 degree bevel with a jigsaw. The table saw is an essential tool for a woodshop whereas the jigsaw is not as important. But for this hobby, jigsaw may be the better choice. |
| versapak:
--- Quote ---It is certainly possible to make the same cuts, but it certainly isn't easy. Try cutting a 3 foot 17 degree bevel with a jigsaw. The table saw is an essential tool for a woodshop whereas the jigsaw is not as important. But for this hobby, jigsaw may be the better choice. --- End quote --- As the question was asked here, that is what my recommendation reflected. I agree with you on importance in a general woodshop. I also strongly recommend having em both, as they are really different beasts, and both very handy at what they are intended for. It is never really the best choice to use a tool for a job it isn't intended for, but sometimes $$$ dictate otherwise. |
| Xiaou2:
Jigsaws stink. The blades bend and cause imperfect edges. Most cabs have perfect straight edges. If you really needed to make a curved cut, you could do it in little sections and sand the rest down. I actually prefer a router w/ rotozip 1/4" bit to cut curves and holes... as its faster and more accurate than a jigsaw. My tablesaw is my favorite tool tho. Use it mare than any tool in the shop. |
| fatbasta:
Both are important and useful. Lets look at cost. Jigsaw - $15- $20 (Black&Decker) Tablesaw - $200 (Sears Craftsman) My suggestion is, if you're thinking about getting a table saw, spend an extra $20 and get the cheap jigsaw too. |
| MoonDog:
--- Quote from: versapak on December 29, 2004, 10:21:10 pm ---A jigsaw can make ANY cut that a table saw can make. It may just take a little more work. The same can not be said of a table saw making the same cuts as a jigsaw. --- End quote --- I'd be interested in seeing how to cut a dado with a jigsaw. ??? Jigsaw vs. table saw seems like a odd choice to make due to the price difference. If you are talking about a cheap table top saw then I wouldn't even bother. Get a circular saw, a nice long straight piece of angle iron and some c-clamps and you'll be much better off. With the left over money buy a jigsaw for curved or interior cuts. I'd also recommend getting a nice carbide tipped blade (like a Freud) for your circular or table saw. Ideally I would say a good table saw and router would be the best tools, but they are considerably more expensive than a circular saw and jigsaw and are also a lot more dangerous if you don't know how to use them properly. |
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