The 2705 10-inch contractor table saw features an easy-to-use and -remove modular blade guard system, a precision machined table top that remains flat and true, a 3/8-inch-by-3/4-inch T-slot miter gauge with grooves to support material, and an easy-to-slide rip fence. The saw can rip 4x8 sheets of plywood. The 15-amp motor offers 4,800 rpm. Other features include an electric brake, a large power switch, an easy-to-read scale, and storage for most accessories. The saw also is available with a portable stand (shown). 800-462-5482. More
Bosch. Whether they should or not, most contractors don't use blade guards for their table saw, which means a higher risk of injury. The 4100DG-09 10-inch portable table saw tackles this problem. Its Smart Guard system is modular and tool-free, so it's easier to remove and re-install a component. The see-through plastic blade guard's two-part split design allows each side to be raised independently. The saw also includes a digital readout rip fence, which allows for faster setup and greater precision, the company says. Cost: $679 (saw and Gravity Rise stand). 877-267-2499. More
The new Rockwell VERSACUT saw is a lightweight, portable saw that handles many of the cutting functions of a miter saw, table saw, circular saw and even a tile saw. This compact, one-handed version of a trim saw has the ability to make quick and precise cuts, even plunge cuts in a variety of materials, amazingly well. More
Makita U.S.A., Inc., manufacturer of high quality industrial power tools and accessories, is proud to announce the release of its new 10" Contractor Table Saw, model 2705. The new table saw is also available with a portable table saw stand (model 2705X1). More
The 2705 10-inch contractor table saw features an easy-to-use and -remove modular blade guard system, a precision machined table top that remains flat and true, a 3/8-inch-by-3/4-inch T-slot miter gauge with grooves to support material, and an easy-to-slide rip fence. The saw can rip 4x8 sheets of plywood. The 15-amp motor offers 4,800 rpm. Other features include an electric brake, a large power switch, an easy-to-read scale, and storage for most accessories. The saw also is available with a portable stand (shown). 800-462-5482. More
Bosch. Whether they should or not, most contractors don't use blade guards for their table saw, which means a higher risk of injury. The 4100DG-09 10-inch portable table saw tackles this problem. Its Smart Guard system is modular and tool-free, so it's easier to remove and re-install a component. The see-through plastic blade guard's two-part split design allows each side to be raised independently. The saw also includes a digital readout rip fence, which allows for faster setup and greater precision, the company says. Cost: $679 (saw and Gravity Rise stand). 877-267-2499. More
