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Tools that are ahead of the pack - 2006
By an Amazon.com customer
Powermatic 1792000K Model PM 2000 3 Horsepower Cabinet Saw with 50-Inch Accu-Fence, 2 Cast Iron Extension Wings, Table Board, and Legs, 230-Volt 1 PhasePowermatic 1792000K Model PM 2000 3 Horsepower Cabinet Saw with 50-Inch Accu-Fence, 2 Cast Iron Extension Wings, Table Board, and Legs, 230-Volt 1 Phase
Buy new: $2,269.00
Yes its expensive but the power, built-in mobility, and cool retro design earn it top honors!
Bosch PR20EVSK Colt Palm Grip 5.7 Amp 1-Horsepower Fixed Base Variable Speed Router with Edge GuideBosch PR20EVSK Colt Palm Grip 5.7 Amp 1-Horsepower Fixed Base Variable Speed Router with Edge Guide
Buy new: $109.80 / Used from: $70.00
Amidst the palm router craze, this is head and shoulders above the rest.
DELTA 28-475X X5 14-Inch 1-1/2-Horsepower Woodworking Bandsaw, 115/230-Volt 1-PhaseDELTA 28-475X X5 14-Inch 1-1/2-Horsepower Woodworking Bandsaw, 115/230-Volt 1-Phase
Buy new: $1,194.81
An outstanding saw that only lacks a few accessories.
Powermatic 1791216K Model PWBS-14CS Deluxe 14-Inch 1-3/4-Inch Woodworking Bandsaw with Bearing Guides, Lamp, and Chip Blower, 115/230-Volt 1 PhasePowermatic 1791216K Model PWBS-14CS Deluxe 14-Inch 1-3/4-Inch Woodworking Bandsaw with Bearing Guides, Lamp, and Chip Blower, 115/230-Volt 1 Phase
Buy new: $999.99
Another outstanding saw - 99.9% as good as the Delta AND includes lots of accessories!
Bosch 4410 10-Inch Dual-Bevel Sliding Compound Miter SawBosch 4410 10-Inch Dual-Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw
Buy new: $629.99
Still the most awesome miter saw on the market.
Hitachi C12LSH 15 Amp 12-Inch Dual Bevel Sliding Compound Miter saw with Laser Guide and Digital Bevel DisplayHitachi C12LSH 15 Amp 12-Inch Dual Bevel Sliding Compound Miter saw with Laser Guide and Digital Bevel Display
Buy new: $564.95
Love 'em or hate 'em, Hitachi keeps coming out with great innovations.
Fisch Precision Tools DP175001 3/4 Horsepower 17-1/2-Inch Floor Drill PressFisch Precision Tools DP175001 3/4 Horsepower 17-1/2-Inch Floor Drill Press
This drill press stands out in a catagory that is pretty bland. Lots of great features here.
Grizzly G0459 12" Baby Drum SanderGrizzly G0459 12" Baby Drum Sander
One of the best new tools in years. Look for this design to emerge from all of the major tool makers.
Palmgren 81221 13 Amp 12-Inch/4-1/2-Inch/6-Inch 1-1/2 Horsepower 3-In-1 Benchtop Disc/Spindle/Belt Sander with Dust BagPalmgren 81221 13 Amp 12-Inch/4-1/2-Inch/6-Inch 1-1/2 Horsepower 3-In-1 Benchtop Disc/Spindle/Belt Sander with Dust Bag
Laden with features - including built in dust control!
DEWALT DW735 15 Amp 13-Inch Benchtop PlanerDEWALT DW735 15 Amp 13-Inch Benchtop Planer
Buy new: $739.99 / Used from: $515.00
This remains the absolute top of the heap for home shop planers.
DELTA 22-580 15 Amp 13-Inch Benchtop Planer, 120-Volt 1 PhaseDELTA 22-580 15 Amp 13-Inch Benchtop Planer, 120-Volt 1 Phase
This and the Ridgid TP1300LS are close behind the DeWalt!
DELTA 14-651 Professional 1/2HP Bench Mortising MachineDELTA 14-651 Professional 1/2HP Bench Mortising Machine
I consider this to be the gold standard for quality and value among mortisers.
Incra TSIII-32 32-Inch Ultra Based Table Saw Fence Positioner (Sawtooth Rack Based)Incra TSIII-32 32-Inch Ultra Based Table Saw Fence Positioner (Sawtooth Rack Based)
I have seen this demonstrated many times and I am awestruck by the quality and performance every time.
Forrest WW10407100 Woodworker II 10-Inch 40-tooth ATB .100 Kerf Saw Blade with 5/8-Inch ArborForrest WW10407100 Woodworker II 10-Inch 40-tooth ATB .100 Kerf Saw Blade with 5/8-Inch Arbor
Buy new: $125.95
Though Freud gets closer every year, these are still untouchable.
Bench Dog 40-031 ProMax Cast Iron Router Table Extension for a Table Saw Includes Fence and Insert PlateBench Dog 40-031 ProMax Cast Iron Router Table Extension for a Table Saw Includes Fence and Insert Plate
Still an unbeatable choice for a tablesaw mounted router table.
Triton TRA001 3-1/4-Horsepower Precision RouterTriton TRA001 3-1/4-Horsepower Precision Router
The most innovative router for router-table use on the market.
Triton MOF001KC/MOF001C 2-1/4-Horsepower Precision Router KitTriton MOF001KC/MOF001C 2-1/4-Horsepower Precision Router Kit
Buy new: $259.00
The little brother to the Triton TRC001, equally full featured and plenty powerful enough for most home shops.
Porter-Cable 4212 12-Inch Deluxe Dovetail JigPorter-Cable 4212 12-Inch Deluxe Dovetail Jig
Buy new: $169.00
Fantastic! Absolutely FULL of features!
DEWALT DW331K Heavy-Duty 6.5 Amp Top Handle Jig SawDEWALT DW331K Heavy-Duty 6.5 Amp Top Handle Jig Saw
Buy new: $183.00
Powerful, low vibration, and the ability to flush-cut to a wall!
Grizzly G0440 2 HP Cyclone Dust CollectorGrizzly G0440 2 HP Cyclone Dust Collector
Buy new: $995.00
An excellent dust collector at an incredible price.
Fein 9-77-25 Turbo III 15-Gallon 1.5-Horsepower Wet/Dry Vacuum with Auto-StartFein 9-77-25 Turbo III 15-Gallon 1.5-Horsepower Wet/Dry Vacuum with Auto-Start
Buy new: $420.27
Powerful, quiet, and worth every penny.
Bessey KBK2440 Cabinet Door Parallel Jaw Bar Clamp KitBessey KBK2440 Cabinet Door Parallel Jaw Bar Clamp Kit
Buy new: $145.99
Still the best clamps on the market. The new Jet clamps are driving the price of Besseys down to a more affordable level.
Kreg K3MS K3 Master Pocket Hole Jig SystemKreg K3MS K3 Master Pocket Hole Jig System
Buy new: $139.00
The newest and bestest pocket hole set, from the undisputed champs of pocket hole joinery.
Franklin International Titebond III Ultimate Wood Glue, 16-Ounces #1414Franklin International Titebond III Ultimate Wood Glue, 16-Ounces #1414
Buy new: $7.00
The best glue innovation in years. I use it almost exclusively.