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Tool Test Continued from page 31 ucts to stores. While factories survived the quake,delivery of assembly parts from smaller factories may be affected. Company representatives said inventories should be adequate to meet demands. Bosch Unveils iTs QUIET benchtop table saw If you're considering buying a DeWalt benchtop saw,you might want to take a look at Bosch's new Model 4000 Titan Table Saw.The 10" benchtop saw features a 15-amp motor with soft-start and electronic feedback. Other features include a spindle lock for one-wrench blade changing, a 29" x 21 '/2" work surface, full-size blade surround insert and a self-aligning fence.The saw will sell for about $450 and will be available in December. Osborne Miter Guide— Stable, Accurate and Easy To Use If you're a regular reader of this magazine you know that we're strong believers in building your own miter sled. But if you insist on a commercial product, this is a fine one. Designed to replace your original slot miter gauge, the Osborne guide fits standard 3/8" x 3/4" slots or T-slots in most table saws. The Osborne is a stable cross cut or miter fence with angles from 0 to 45 degrees and auto-locating detents at 45, 30, 22.5 and zero degrees. The guide can be on either side of the blade, and the reversible fence offers two faces: an anti-slip face with a sandpaper-type surface to avoid creeping during a cut, or a smooth aluminum surface. We found the Osborne Miter Guide to be an accurate, stable and elegant option to the crude miter gauges usually provided with a table saw. And it feels more stable than many of the aftermarket fences you bolt to your existing miter gauge. While it is expensive ($160), it's a pleasure to use, easy to set up and is well-made. PW For more info., circle #185 on the Resource Directory Coupon. Performance: ••••◦ Value: ••◦◦◦ The Osborne Manufacturing Co.,800-852-9655 or www.osbornemfg.com 32 Popular Woodworking January 2000 |
