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However, I will note that there are things you can do with a table saw that you cannot do (or cannot do nearly as accurately) without a table saw. The most common example is ripping down larger pieces of wood like a 4'x8' sheet of plywood or OSB. You can try to setup a guide and cut it with a circular saw, but you will never get the reliable and consistent accuracy that a table saw will get you, especially over a long cut.
Additionally, I'd even go so far as to say that ripping long pieces of wood without a table saw can potentially become more dangerous than using a table saw. Trying to cut a 4'x8' piece of plywood in half with a circular saw is not just awkward, it can get dangerous.
I am with you. A table saw is no more dangerous than any other tool. Any power tool can cut off a finger. I am in my 40s and I have been using a table saw for 30 years. Fun fact, use a push stick when you need to push the wood past the blade. If you are pushing the wood past the blade and your finger is in the way you are not paying attention. Mistakes happen but this is zero percent more dangerous than any other real power tool. Don't fear table saws.
I love my table saw and wouldn't be without one. Regarding safety, I consider it one of the safest tools I own - certainly safer than a circulaw saw. Stay to the left of the blade, use push sticks/jigs to guide your work rather than your hand and wear eye protection. The odds of serious injury when you adhere strictly to standard safety measures is extremely low. All of those table saw horror stories are the result of people getting lax about safety and can happen with any tool.
However, I will note that there are things you can do with a table saw that you cannot do (or cannot do nearly as accurately) without a table saw. The most common example is ripping down larger pieces of wood like a 4'x8' sheet of plywood or OSB. You can try to setup a guide and cut it with a circular saw, but you will never get the reliable and consistent accuracy that a table saw will get you, especially over a long cut.
Additionally, I'd even go so far as to say that ripping long pieces of wood without a table saw can potentially become more dangerous than using a table saw. Trying to cut a 4'x8' piece of plywood in half with a circular saw is not just awkward, it can get dangerous.
I mostly agree with you. The only thing I disagree with is ripping sheet goods. Unless you have 2 or 3 people, putting a big sheet on a rather small saw can be very dangerous. Much easier and safer doing solo with a circular saw.
But ripping floor boards or any other board, is easier and imo safer on a table saw.
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Its not the bigbox stores. Its the spawn of Satan that own all the mills. Anyway...i wouldnt count on it dropping much more. Id say that after Biden and Trump inflation the dollar isnt going to be worth toilet paper...but we all know a roll of toilet paper is worth more than a college eduction these days...time to buy a portable saw mill. Of course, good luck getting parts...
Just look for something with good reviews and a minimum of a 24" rip capacity. If you do that, chances are you're going to end up with something pretty solid. The cheaper (lower quality) ones will typically be weeded out due to a lesser rip capacity.
It is true that 8 1/4" blades are less common, although I haven't found them to be less expensive. It's just that there are (currently) fewer options. With more manufacturers releasing 8 1/4" table saws on their portable/jobsite lines (due to recent UL regulation changes that require smaller blades depending on the size of the table), it's becoming a more common size. I expect that will only increase over the next couple of years.
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As a small time fixer upper/hobbyist I think you should reconsider, this is an awesome deal, especially for one with a stand. Just make sure you do everything safely and you'll be fine.