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I finally read that link and found it quite interesting. I was amazed at how many and fast those old saws sold, especially since that must have been a LOT of money back then.
I still have my Craftsman RAS in the shop. Bought it new in the 70's and it still works fine, although it doesn't get much use anymore. My table saw, circular saw and sliding cross cut saw get more use. Mostly the table saw.
I've had kickbacks with the RAS and the table saw. The first time with the RAS was a real wake up call. I was ripping a 2" x 4" and the kicked piece went through the door behind me and just stuck out of it like a spear. After that time I never ripped another board with the kickback paul engaged and set right. That saved me on numerous occassions. The table saw kick back wasn't as severe but I got that one in the gut and that hurt for a few days. I have since learned better / safer ways of using the TS.
I think the whole DIY attitude stems from 2 main things; 1) your upbringing and 2) neccessity. My father didn't have money to spare when we were young and he did everything himself. I still remember him building a plywood boat in out basement because he couldn't afford to buy one and he loved fishing. He taught me a lot and I learned a lot from watching him. HE instilled that DIY, "can do" attitude in me. I have passed that on to my children and now trying to instill it in my grandchildren.
I still have my Craftsman RAS in the shop. Bought it new in the 70's and it still works fine, although it doesn't get much use anymore. My table saw, circular saw and sliding cross cut saw get more use. Mostly the table saw.
I've had kickbacks with the RAS and the table saw. The first time with the RAS was a real wake up call. I was ripping a 2" x 4" and the kicked piece went through the door behind me and just stuck out of it like a spear. After that time I never ripped another board with the kickback paul engaged and set right. That saved me on numerous occassions. The table saw kick back wasn't as severe but I got that one in the gut and that hurt for a few days. I have since learned better / safer ways of using the TS.
I think the whole DIY attitude stems from 2 main things; 1) your upbringing and 2) neccessity. My father didn't have money to spare when we were young and he did everything himself. I still remember him building a plywood boat in out basement because he couldn't afford to buy one and he loved fishing. He taught me a lot and I learned a lot from watching him. HE instilled that DIY, "can do" attitude in me. I have passed that on to my children and now trying to instill it in my grandchildren.