You are very worthy of having this the Sawstop tablesaw. No need to feel guilty, you are giving us all a lot with your channel and your work. You are a stand-up human being and a great person.
The blessing is that YOU empower guys like myself, a 50yo with a career in something else, to reach for that dream of being able to provide for my family outside of what I’ve done for decades. Keep it up, Matt. You & Amy are a beacon of hope. God bless.
As a wife AND a woodworker, I’m VERY happy to see this saw in your shop simply for your safety. I’m certain that Amy also breathes a sigh of relief knowing how much safer you are. God bless the donor. I’m sure you will forever be indebted to his kindness and generosity. 😊
WOW! How blessed are you? That is awesome!!! Congrats. I am saving to get one as I write this. My wife helping me cut some door molding and she asked me a question while I was making a cut. Fortunately I was using a push block and I that split second of distraction I nicked the block. WHEW! It wasn’t my hand or fingers. Upon showing her the Saw Stop videos her only comment was “you are getting one!”.
Hey Matt, I have the 1.75 version for several years now and used the safety feature once. Oops, making trim molding out of Trex decking and my feather board would not hold the soft material to the fence so I was holding it tight with my hand. Long story short, I was only humbled, God is good even when I do dumb stuff. It's worth every cent!! Praise be to God!!
I really LOVE how you pay everything forward. I have always given away something that works, that I replaced with new. I only asked that they do the same in return, to bless someone else. I truly enjoy your videos.
Congrats on the saw, and that brother of ours is all sorts of awesome! I didn't know you're prior LEO, I'm about to retire from law enforcement after 21 1/2 yrs. So, thanks for the service you gave for 13 yrs, now God bless you in what you're doing now!!
Glory be to God ..I have been waiting years for this saw and cant afford it. I make my living with woodworking and feel you have been blessed so much..I am happy for you.
I think you did a tremendous job on your video, it’s obviously from the heart. I wanted to commend you on your choice for a table saw, I believe your reasoning was very sound and I hope you get a lifetime of enjoyment from your SAWSTOP. I’m and old time worker who incidentally only has 7 fingers remaining. I fell victim to a table saw exactly in the manner you mentioned --I got complacent and I paid the price. I’ll be paying the price for my arrogance for the remainder of my life. Good choice my friend. Stay safe, Cheers from Toronto 🙏🏼
That’s very nice of your brother in Christ. And indeed for alot of people this saw is way out of there price range , but it’s a very nice saw. Greetings from a Dutch viewer
Oh my goodness!!! I just got a saw stop and I kept wondering why my blade was just a little bit out of alignment!! Thank you for explaining that I need to adjust the table! I must have missed that part of the manual. For real, that saved me from a lot of headache!
So happy for you. Don't feel ashamed or embarrassed for having it given to you. He, and we think you deserve it. And take it from an old guy with half a left thumb. I would gladly have my thumb intact for $800.
God bless you and the person that blessed you . I just about lost my thumb about 2 weeks ago, still recovering and getting better everyday it happens very quick.
I had a very good friend buy me an A/C unit because I have cancer and the chemo is wreaking havoc with my body. We don't usually have extreme heat in the PNW but we have this summer and it was killing me. So my friend stepped and I am so grateful to him. Some how I will pay him back for his kindness. We may be meeting next month and I have not actually seen him since we were kids. (I think about 1976). As far as saws I would love to own a Saw Stop some day. For now I am happy with my Delta. Still learning a beginner but making cutting boards. PS I enjoy your channel.
First let me say thank you for your service in what ever department you served. Secondly, WOW what a blessing! God is so good! I am excited to see what comes from your blessing. Thanks for all the great video content. I have learned so much from them. I can’t wait to clear the cars out of the carport and try my hand at some of the projects you have shown. Bless you!
That is so crazy, my brother in law just lost three fingers using a table saw and I was telling him about it. I guess is time to get one. blessings brother
So happy for you Matt GOD is good all time your a great inspiration for us is never made UA-cam channel without you soon as I find mic I can afford I’ll be making more
I have had my 3 hp SawStop for about 7 yrs. now. The laminate surface on the right side has held up just fine. The blade that came with the saw is a pretty good one. However, I chose to use an inexpensive blade for a little while at first, because I knew I would do something to trip the breaker. And I did (hit a piece of metal). Now I have the blade with the tripped breaker attached hanging on the wall by my saw as a reminder. Using better blades ever since and no more trips. I love the saw.
Such a wonderful blessing. The safety feature of these saw has them high on the list of products we will be getting for the nonprofit as well! Congratulations!!
As some other commenters have said, great faith can be rewarded in great ways. You are unashamed of your walk with the Lord, and He is blessing you for that. I smiled a knowing grin when you said you built your work bench to match the height of a Saw Stop, hoping to get the saw soon. It's awesome to see God's people doing His work. You are a blessing and an inspiration to many, most likely to a much greater degree than you realize.
Congratulations on the Sawstop. Saw the handcuffs hanging in a background shot in a previous video, now I know why. Retired NYSP here. God Bless you and your family. Keep making informative and worthwhile content. Thanks for what you do.
Awesome! I really appreciate the point you made about spending the extra money for safety. This is something I always try to emphasize when talking about motorcycle gear.
I have been a woodworker since my teens, i am 62 now and have been in a wheelchair since i was hurt in a car accident at 23 years old. i have had plenty of of industrial saws...three Uni-Saws and a powermatic 66 and loved all of them. when i moved a couple of years ago, i decided to sell my last beloved Uni-Saw and purchase a 3 hp sawstop. if it wasn't a quality built saw, i wouldn't have purchased it, but it is very well built and works great. not only does it have the safety features, the dust collection works great. cutting wood from a sitting position is an adventure at times and i have had my share of close calls, but i am happy with it so far....good luck and have fun!
Matt, I’m a Flag Maker and had the same Delta saw as you did. Back in February, while cutting up boards, I pushed my left pointer into the blade. I was very lucky in that it really just cut into the flesh and didn’t hit the bone. I had been telling myself that I was going to get a SawStop in the future. Well, the next day, I ordered mine. To me, after my experience, there is no price you can put on the safety feature of the SawStop. Plus, it really is a great saw.
Good for you! I had a Home Depot Rigid table saw and was very pleased with it...until I cut my thumb. I had a kickback and my thumb came over the blade and I headed to the ER. Thank the good Lord I still have my thumb but it doesn't work as well as it use to, I sold that saw and bought a 3hp Saw Stop and just love it. I am still cautious about the blade but for a different reason... touch that blade and the blade drops down so fast it scares you... and it cost $79 dollars to replace that blade brake and usually you have to buy a new blade! Also, I'm subscribed and like to watch your videos. Keep up the good work! .
For a long time, I’ve said “I won’t get a table saw until I have the confidence to get a SawStop.” The safety features behind it made me feel comfortable in using a table saw while still following all the safety practices that come with such a powerful tool of course. But for a long time I’ve been putting it off. Often times while working on a project I would tell myself, “a table saw would really help me out here.” After seeing your video from a while ago where you first revealed your SawStop and saw how happy and excited you were, I took it as a sign! I got mine assembled a few days ago and can’t wait to use it on my next project. Thank you for inspiring me and many others! I remember finding your channel a while back and immediately got inspired to start woodworking. It was like your channel was put in front of me to hear your wisdom and start creating. You keep inspiring me to become better at my craft! Congratulations on the new saw! You definitely deserve it! May god bless you, your family and all of your loved ones!
You are absolutely right about ,everything should be premium . Love your videos I been watching from your beginning , interesting to see you progress to where you are .
I was getting ready to buy a table saw…and when I seen this UA-cam video. I said to myself, “ That’s the One”. I’m very”HUGE” fan of safety. You have the heart of the machine that’s what’s important. I’d pay double for that.
Matt your channel IS PAYING IT FORWARD to all the up and coming craftsmen of the future. Keep providing instructions for us newbie woodworkers and Christ followers. Your testimony is AWESOME.
I'm in low informant myself as well as a carpenter as another full time job. I would love to have a lot nicer table saw (SawStop). Thank God for you budy and the message your sending. Worthy of a Change Home Improvement
I started back with a Dewalt Jobsite saw. One little brain-fart and the tip of my left index finger was shredded. I was stupid, but I'm just glad I still have my finger. I didn't have the room for a full cabinet saw, so I bought the SS Jobsite Pro just for the piece of mind. It was $1400. My wife didn't even blink when I told her I was thinking of buying one when I showed her the demo vid on youtube. She just said 'Buy it. Now. $1400 is a lot cheaper than a finger.' Expensive, but 100% worth it. It's a fantastic piece of equipment and has the same 1.75hp motor as the contractor or entry PCS models. And now I'm getting a bigger shop. First purchase? 3hp SS PCS. My wife made sure it was the only saw I would buy (she later told me that the $1400 for the jobsite saw was worth the price just for her peace of mind).
Congrats. I'm glad u didn't back out of getting qhat u really wanted. Way to often people overlook the what if but seems like God blessed you and he guided u on the right path as well
Congrats! What a great blessing! Just wanted to point out one thing, the blade in your video has anti-kickback shoulders on it, this is not recommended by SawStop as it can slow the ability of the break to stop the blade. It will still stop it, but should you have an accident it can increase the severity of an injury. I've had my SawStop for about 6 months now, and it is a true joy to use! Enjoy it!
I've been watching you since before you left your job to do this full time. I can't believe I'm just seeing this now. God is good, man. I'm glad there are good Christians out there blessing other good Christians..keep doing God's work, Matt.
Hello, I am new to your channel and I want to say that I appreciate you speaking about the goodness of god. I started watching because I am in the market for a sawstop. 3 weeks ago I had a severe injury on my tablesaw that caused damage to my left hand. I have had 4 surgeries to date. I am wishing I would have one before now, but that’s okay. I enjoyed your video and look forward to watching more of your content. I have a go fund me setup to help me get one and to help pay bills since I am a full time woodworker and not able to work for a while.
I have the Delta T2 and it has served me well thanks to your and other videos on squaring everything. congrats on the Saw Stop cant wait to see what you can make with it.
Congrats on the Saw Stop, very much blessed and hope you continue to be blessed and bless others. This video helped change my mind on getting one of these, been looking and thought of a grizzly but the safety with the SawStop and this video helped make the decision easier.
I must say I am jealous that you get all these wonderful gifts. At the same time I'm so happy watching you pay it forward. Just like the live stream when you gave away your other saw. May God continue to bless you brother.
You earned the blessings by being a proud Christian in a crazy world. Your channel is my favourite because of that. Special blessings on the person that gifted you that machine! “As Ye Sew, So Shall You Reap” (not biblical, but if I wrote a book it would be :) ) Cheers from Ontario!
I honestly got into woodworking last year because of your channel, your message and your love of sharing your knowledge. My first table saw I just bought is the Skil you reviewed... it ain't perfect, but price wise and options, it does good. I am a little scared when using because it's like you said, gotta respect the machine. But one day, I really hope I can upgrade to a sawstop Jobsite Pro Table Saw... since I don't have a lot of space, that would be awesome. Putting it in the hands of the Lord. If he sees' fit that I can one day afford one, then it will happen.
That’s amazing brother. So glad you have been blessed in this way. I am a new Ag teacher, and I am planning to get. A Saw Stop. We don’t currently have a table saw for the shop, but when we get one it will be a Saw Stop. As the teacher, I couldn’t justify having a table saw that isn’t a Saw Stop. I know we are probably going to have some shop accidents, but I I can save just one students fingers, the investment will be work that it. By the way, I showed my one of my classes your five projects that sell video. They really enjoyed it.
A blessing in deed. Once I heard it had a flesh sensing stop i was sold on it and starting researching. I saw this video and just confirmed that I need to save up. This and the festool miter saw. It’s going to take anwhile😂
Amazing review Matt. I'm super stoked for you. Congratulations. That looks like an awesome saw. It's on my list. Lol. The safety of this tool is second to none.
i stumbled on this by accident. i was looking for table saw reviews or delta table saw repairs. i remember seeing one of your videos with a delta. Anyway, long story short im a grown man tearing up looking at the grace God has over your life. Your a true inspiration to me. ty i hope one i can shake your hand. Oh..... dude you should hold zoom classes for woodworking, Christian men fellow ship, marriage ministry fellow ship..... im pretty sure you have a lot of knowledge. anyway God bless
Funny, the comments on here. I like to watch your channel because you don't talk about your beliefs all that much. Any more and I would have to tune out. Thanks. You deserve the Sawstop. Good for you. I wish I could of given you one.
I use to work for a bullet proof company we had this saw in our shop. Since the first time I made a cut on it I've wanted one in my home shop. One day I'll get one.
We’ll said Matt. I couldn’t believe how much these table saws go for and to know how safe the machine is. I’ve been looking for a job site table saw for my garage. So I think I’m going to save and save but I think I know I would feel comfortable knowing how safe the saw is. The wife might think I’m crazy for spending this much on a saw but at the end of the day we all need to go out there and work. Thanks for the video. Have a great day
It really is amazing that someone had it in their heart to gift this saw to you. A few years ago, I was at a friends place, helping him with a project he was building. I was using his SawStop, same one you have, and something distracted me. You said it best, all in one word, complacency. The left side of my left hand made contact with the blade, and the saw did exactly what it was supposed to do........scare the &^%$ out of me. All I needed was to wash my hands to clear away any saw dust, or whatever else, apply a simple Band-Aid, go home, take a shower and put on some clean clothes. On multiple occasions, I offered to buy him a new blade and brake, but he constantly refuses to allow me to. He said that he bought 3 extra blades and brakes for this exact reason, and that my mishap with his saw, had just paid for the saw. Since that day, I have been trying to save up to get one of my own, but then I went on duty injury. What I had saved is gone, but, when my case settles, I will then have the same saw you have sitting in your shop. On a lighter note, SawStop's patent on their saw's breaking system is about to expire, which means, other companies will be able to develop their own versions, which might help push prices down a bit. As for all the things your viewers send to you, we do that because you give so much to us, and to this community. It's our way of saying THANK YOU for all that you do for us. GOD BLESS!!!!!
congrats on the saw! God blesses in many ways, don't let Satan steal your joy!! you have nothing to feel guilty about! Love your channel and what you stand for. God bless!!
I am sure that you got this saw thru the generosity of another that God touched because there are great things He wants you to do with it. And you will! Bless you and yours.
This is pretty much the exact same saw I've been drooling over for a long while now. And, the problem for me isn't the price...I actually could afford it. The problem is SPACE! My two car garage is SO full of stuff, I just don't have the room for it. This is why, for now, I just use a ShopSmith. All those different tools in about 2/3 the space of that SawStop. But...ONE day...I will have one of these!
Also I spent some time talking with a local dealer I’ve known for years. He said he was the leading powermatic, jet, delta pro level dealer in this market. He told me he now sells saw stop at least 10 to 1 now and that he sells 20-30 brakes modules per month. Wow!!! I didn’t need convincing but he sealed the deal for me. Now to save up the money and pull the trigger on it.
Well, when you're faithful to the Lord there's always huge blessings. I'd love to be able to add one to my small tool arsenal one day. Thanks for all of your informative and honest content and God bless.
My buddy just got this saw, and gave me his old Rigid with the Incra fence system. That was a huge upgrade from my regular Rigid saw with the standard fence system. He also bought me Jet bandsaw for the business. Its humbling indeed. Keep it up mate! Blessings.
@@731Woodworks the fence on it is great! Once it's dialed in you can do near perfect resaw and rip cuts. Like the sawstop, it's a bit of a pain to get adjusted though.
I got my SawStop 1.75 PCS last year. I had an old Delta and I wanted to replace it. I mentioned SawStop to my wife and she said it would be cheaper than an emergency room visit - hmm, I agree! So I got one. It is a great saw and I am very pleased to have the peace of mind. I set the protection off by mistakenly allowing the blade to touch the fence on my Incra 5000. It works. It is done and over before you can even understand what the noise was. It really works. If I didn't want the safety feature I'd likely get a Harvey table saw. Their miter is really nice. Thanks for your videos!
I almost cut my hand. I reached across the blade. After I did it, I realized how close I had come, and it scared me. Could have been a bad accident. But, you know what. I don't call that an accident. Accidents are things that happen through no fault of your own. IMO. That would have been my fault. By the way, do you know what the number one saw accident is? Band Saw! So said an emergency room doctor. I almost cut into my thumb on that yesterday. I was pushing a small block of hardwood trough it when my thumb hit the blade. I pulled it back and it just roughed up the skin. Man was that close. Congratulations on the new saw. If I come into money, I will buy the same one. I know you thoroughly research every tool purchase.
Happy for your purchase and review. It was a nice gift. As for injustices I read some where it was the table saw. Not sure on that. I definitely feel safer around a band saw though personally compared to a table saw. I try and always use push sticks and keep my fingers way far away from the blade. As for the table saw this is at least some data from popular wood working from some years back. “In the context of the general population of 310 million Americans, about one in 9,000 will go to the emergency room in any given year after tangling with their table saw, one in 80,000 will have a medical report that lists the word “amputation” and one in 160,000 will lose one or more fingers or a thumb.” I personally know 5 people that lost fingers or have been cut deeply on a table saw. Has made me think twice and want to save up for a table saw. The loss and risk is just too great. Thanks for this review. I appreciate.
I had to look it up but I've had mine for 9 years now. Never once regretted it. Fantastic saw....and it will at least try not to remove my finger. Which is more than I can say for any other power tool in my shop. I've only set it off 3 times. Two were unexpectedly wet wood. One was grazing the side of the blade with my finger when a piece kicked out before I expected. It's so insanely fast. Having seen it go a couple times I feel reassured that this technology works. Getting ready to put a slider on it but beyond that I can't imagine ever needing to replace it.
Matt here is my suggestion buy an extra blade cartage as you never know when you find something that might trip the saw and if you dont have a spare your done for a day or two
If anyone out there has ever even so much as used a small rotary blade (think cutting vinyl vertical blinds to length with a round rolling razor blade on a stick), it does make you realize that a quick accidental brush with it can draw blood. I am so happy to see you get this specific table saw. I am also happy to know there are really good people out there who just want to send a gift to make you happy - what joy!
I know this is an old video but I subscribed to your channel after you posted it. I was recently listen to one of my favorite podcasts ARMCHAIR EXPERT and the guest had cut off two of his fingers with a table saw. I can't shake it. I had planned on getting a Dewalt Jobsite table saw but I now plan on going with SawStop. I have never used a table saw and only got my first circular saw a year ago. My plan is to get a SawStop 10 inch JobSite PRO Table Saw when I make the leap to a table saw. I know it can be pricy but as a wedding photographer it is cheaper than every lens and camera I use on a regular basis. In 20 years being a wedding photographer I never dropped a camera or lens but I still have insurance on them. I think the premium price to pay for a SawStop is worth it.
I used to work in the oil and gas industry. Our President was HUGE on safety. His favorite saying when discussing safety was "Routine is the enemy of focus". We get used to do something and we lack focus and that is when accidents happen.
Great review! I got a saw stop over the Delta, because of the safety feature for my fingers. I have the contractor saw. At the end of the day it’s a hobby for me and I need my fingers. I’m fortunate enough to have a budget that allowed to pay way more. Definitely gives peace of mind around the shop especially with young kids that like to hang out with dad when he is building.
Appreciate the honest review, it would be easy to just gush over it but you’re exactly right those are things I would be disappointed in too if I bought one. Looks like the miter gauge on my kobalt saw! I really like the tool review videos lately!
@@Shrubhumper yep, I only have a dewalt table saw, but yeah that miter gage has only come out of its holder once or twice...just to see if I knew how to remove it from the on board storage slot and put it back....it needs a tricky bit of alignment to go back in.
Had the SawStop for many years it has save me serious injury at least 3 times since. 25 years ago I lost 2 finger tips on a table saw that dramatically affected my life so its was a no brainer when SawStop came out. Understand that Felder now has a similar technology but haven't seen any or pricing. Very simply if you use a table saw without the technology sooner or later it will "get you"; also its a quality machine.
This is definitely a blessing. One day I'll have a saw stop of my own as well. I have a job site rigid right now, it has been good, but I find myself needing a bigger one from time to time.
You are very worthy of having this the Sawstop tablesaw. No need to feel guilty, you are giving us all a lot with your channel and your work.
You are a stand-up human being and a great person.
Thank you
Wow thinking ahead with the height of your bench is GENIUS
WHAT A BLESSING! It's awesome that there are still people in this messed up world willing to help others.
Gratz on the new saw. Good things should happen to good people.
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@@731Woodworks Thank you for all the inspiration.
Yes. A real blessing. I too was blessed this year too.
It amazes me how generous some folks can be. You're a lucky guy to know people like that!
The blessing is that YOU empower guys like myself, a 50yo with a career in something else, to reach for that dream of being able to provide for my family outside of what I’ve done for decades. Keep it up, Matt. You & Amy are a beacon of hope. God bless.
That is Awesome! You are making some great content and doing it with your faith upfront. I see why you are receiving such gifts. Keep it up!
As a wife AND a woodworker, I’m VERY happy to see this saw in your shop simply for your safety. I’m certain that Amy also breathes a sigh of relief knowing how much safer you are. God bless the donor. I’m sure you will forever be indebted to his kindness and generosity. 😊
Yes I will. Thank you
It's very obvious how humbled you were by this man buying you the sawstop
As a newbie woodworker and still learning this feature has saved me from injuring my fingers. Worth the extra cost for the safety
WOW! How blessed are you? That is awesome!!! Congrats. I am saving to get one as I write this. My wife helping me cut some door molding and she asked me a question while I was making a cut. Fortunately I was using a push block and I that split second of distraction I nicked the block. WHEW! It wasn’t my hand or fingers. Upon showing her the Saw Stop videos her only comment was “you are getting one!”.
Hey Matt, I have the 1.75 version for several years now and used the safety feature once. Oops, making trim molding out of Trex decking and my feather board would not hold the soft material to the fence so I was holding it tight with my hand. Long story short, I was only humbled, God is good even when I do dumb stuff. It's worth every cent!! Praise be to God!!
Wow. I bet that was a scary feeling!!
@@731Woodworks It was and embarrassing but if telling the story helps save one injury it's worth telling. Thanks for all you do ☺️
Man I'm so happy for you. You're a good man. You deserve that saw.
Thanks 👍
I really LOVE how you pay everything forward. I have always given away something that works, that I replaced with new. I only asked that they do the same in return, to bless someone else. I truly enjoy your videos.
I definitely want one of these! I almost lost 2 fingers yesterday on my table saw! 11 stitches later, I am very blessed! Eventually….
I'm so happy you got the saw you needed. God is good all the time. It was such a blessing for you and the channel
Congrats on the saw, and that brother of ours is all sorts of awesome! I didn't know you're prior LEO, I'm about to retire from law enforcement after 21 1/2 yrs. So, thanks for the service you gave for 13 yrs, now God bless you in what you're doing now!!
Glory be to God ..I have been waiting years for this saw and cant afford it. I make my living with woodworking and feel you have been blessed so much..I am happy for you.
I think you did a tremendous job on your video, it’s obviously from the heart. I wanted to commend you on your choice for a table saw, I believe your reasoning was very sound and I hope you get a lifetime of enjoyment from your SAWSTOP. I’m and old time worker who incidentally only has 7 fingers remaining. I fell victim to a table saw exactly in the manner you mentioned --I got complacent and I paid the price. I’ll be paying the price for my arrogance for the remainder of my life. Good choice my friend.
Stay safe,
Cheers from Toronto 🙏🏼
That’s very nice of your brother in Christ. And indeed for alot of people this saw is way out of there price range , but it’s a very nice saw.
Greetings from a Dutch viewer
Oh my goodness!!! I just got a saw stop and I kept wondering why my blade was just a little bit out of alignment!! Thank you for explaining that I need to adjust the table! I must have missed that part of the manual. For real, that saved me from a lot of headache!
So happy for you. Don't feel ashamed or embarrassed for having it given to you. He, and we think you deserve it. And take it from an old guy with half a left thumb. I would gladly have my thumb intact for $800.
God bless you and the person that blessed you . I just about lost my thumb about 2 weeks ago, still recovering and getting better everyday it happens very quick.
Praise God! Awesome to see you living your faith brother!
I had a very good friend buy me an A/C unit because I have cancer and the chemo is wreaking havoc with my body. We don't usually have extreme heat in the PNW but we have this summer and it was killing me. So my friend stepped and I am so grateful to him. Some how I will pay him back for his kindness. We may be meeting next month and I have not actually seen him since we were kids. (I think about 1976). As far as saws I would love to own a Saw Stop some day. For now I am happy with my Delta. Still learning a beginner but making cutting boards. PS I enjoy your channel.
First let me say thank you for your service in what ever department you served. Secondly, WOW what a blessing! God is so good! I am excited to see what comes from your blessing. Thanks for all the great video content. I have learned so much from them. I can’t wait to clear the cars out of the carport and try my hand at some of the projects you have shown. Bless you!
Thank you
That is so crazy, my brother in law just lost three fingers using a table saw and I was telling him about it. I guess is time to get one. blessings brother
I've been thinking of buying a cheap table saw. This video changed my mind. Thanks. Someday I might be able to get a sawstop.
So happy for you Matt GOD is good all time your a great inspiration for us is never made UA-cam channel without you soon as I find mic I can afford I’ll be making more
I started with a $20 lapel mic from Amazon that hooked to my phone. Worked fairly well
I have had my 3 hp SawStop for about 7 yrs. now. The laminate surface on the right side has held up just fine. The blade that came with the saw is a pretty good one. However, I chose to use an inexpensive blade for a little while at first, because I knew I would do something to trip the breaker. And I did (hit a piece of metal). Now I have the blade with the tripped breaker attached hanging on the wall by my saw as a reminder. Using better blades ever since and no more trips. I love the saw.
Your brother in Christ gets a virtual fist bump from me! Congrats on the machinery and keep building!
Thank you 👊🏻
Such a wonderful blessing. The safety feature of these saw has them high on the list of products we will be getting for the nonprofit as well! Congratulations!!
Congratulations, I am almost as happy for you as you are!
Thank you
As some other commenters have said, great faith can be rewarded in great ways. You are unashamed of your walk with the Lord, and He is blessing you for that. I smiled a knowing grin when you said you built your work bench to match the height of a Saw Stop, hoping to get the saw soon. It's awesome to see God's people doing His work. You are a blessing and an inspiration to many, most likely to a much greater degree than you realize.
Congratulations on the Sawstop. Saw the handcuffs hanging in a background shot in a previous video, now I know why. Retired NYSP here. God Bless you and your family. Keep making informative and worthwhile content. Thanks for what you do.
That’s an amazing gift. Thank you brother for what you do.
Congrats! What a blessing! I'm hoping to get my Sawstop around the end of the year. Keep up the great work!
Awesome! I really appreciate the point you made about spending the extra money for safety. This is something I always try to emphasize when talking about motorcycle gear.
So happy you were blessed. Your gratitude speaks to your character.
I have been a woodworker since my teens, i am 62 now and have been in a wheelchair since i was hurt in a car accident at 23 years old. i have had plenty of of industrial saws...three Uni-Saws and a powermatic 66 and loved all of them. when i moved a couple of years ago, i decided to sell my last beloved Uni-Saw and purchase a 3 hp sawstop. if it wasn't a quality built saw, i wouldn't have purchased it, but it is very well built and works great. not only does it have the safety features, the dust collection works great. cutting wood from a sitting position is an adventure at times and i have had my share of close calls, but i am happy with it so far....good luck and have fun!
Matt, I’m a Flag Maker and had the same Delta saw as you did. Back in February, while cutting up boards, I pushed my left pointer into the blade. I was very lucky in that it really just cut into the flesh and didn’t hit the bone. I had been telling myself that I was going to get a SawStop in the future. Well, the next day, I ordered mine. To me, after my experience, there is no price you can put on the safety feature of the SawStop. Plus, it really is a great saw.
Wow, so glad you weren't hurt worse!
Good for you! I had a Home Depot Rigid table saw and was very pleased with it...until I cut my thumb. I had a kickback and my thumb came over the blade and I headed to the ER.
Thank the good Lord I still have my thumb but it doesn't work as well as it use to,
I sold that saw and bought a 3hp Saw Stop and just love it. I am still cautious about the blade but for a different reason... touch that blade and the blade drops down so fast it scares you... and it cost $79 dollars to replace that blade brake and usually you have to buy a new blade! Also, I'm subscribed and like to watch your videos. Keep up the good work!
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Whoa! So glad you didn't lose it either!
For a long time, I’ve said “I won’t get a table saw until I have the confidence to get a SawStop.” The safety features behind it made me feel comfortable in using a table saw while still following all the safety practices that come with such a powerful tool of course. But for a long time I’ve been putting it off. Often times while working on a project I would tell myself, “a table saw would really help me out here.” After seeing your video from a while ago where you first revealed your SawStop and saw how happy and excited you were, I took it as a sign! I got mine assembled a few days ago and can’t wait to use it on my next project. Thank you for inspiring me and many others! I remember finding your channel a while back and immediately got inspired to start woodworking. It was like your channel was put in front of me to hear your wisdom and start creating. You keep inspiring me to become better at my craft!
Congratulations on the new saw! You definitely deserve it! May god bless you, your family and all of your loved ones!
Thank you
You are absolutely right about ,everything should be premium . Love your videos I been watching from your beginning , interesting to see you progress to where you are .
Thank you!
I was getting ready to buy a table saw…and when I seen this UA-cam video. I said to myself, “ That’s the One”. I’m very”HUGE” fan of safety.
You have the heart of the machine that’s what’s important. I’d pay double for that.
Awesome
Matt your channel IS PAYING IT FORWARD to all the up and coming craftsmen of the future. Keep providing instructions for us newbie woodworkers and Christ followers. Your testimony is AWESOME.
Thank you
I'm in low informant myself as well as a carpenter as another full time job. I would love to have a lot nicer table saw (SawStop). Thank God for you budy and the message your sending. Worthy of a Change Home Improvement
I started back with a Dewalt Jobsite saw. One little brain-fart and the tip of my left index finger was shredded. I was stupid, but I'm just glad I still have my finger. I didn't have the room for a full cabinet saw, so I bought the SS Jobsite Pro just for the piece of mind. It was $1400. My wife didn't even blink when I told her I was thinking of buying one when I showed her the demo vid on youtube. She just said 'Buy it. Now. $1400 is a lot cheaper than a finger.' Expensive, but 100% worth it. It's a fantastic piece of equipment and has the same 1.75hp motor as the contractor or entry PCS models. And now I'm getting a bigger shop. First purchase? 3hp SS PCS. My wife made sure it was the only saw I would buy (she later told me that the $1400 for the jobsite saw was worth the price just for her peace of mind).
Congrats. I'm glad u didn't back out of getting qhat u really wanted. Way to often people overlook the what if but seems like God blessed you and he guided u on the right path as well
Congrats! What a great blessing! Just wanted to point out one thing, the blade in your video has anti-kickback shoulders on it, this is not recommended by SawStop as it can slow the ability of the break to stop the blade. It will still stop it, but should you have an accident it can increase the severity of an injury. I've had my SawStop for about 6 months now, and it is a true joy to use! Enjoy it!
I've been watching you since before you left your job to do this full time. I can't believe I'm just seeing this now. God is good, man. I'm glad there are good Christians out there blessing other good Christians..keep doing God's work, Matt.
Hello, I am new to your channel and I want to say that I appreciate you speaking about the goodness of god. I started watching because I am in the market for a sawstop. 3 weeks ago I had a severe injury on my tablesaw that caused damage to my left hand. I have had 4 surgeries to date. I am wishing I would have one before now, but that’s okay. I enjoyed your video and look forward to watching more of your content. I have a go fund me setup to help me get one and to help pay bills since I am a full time woodworker and not able to work for a while.
Great video! You have convinced me, getting a 3 hp Sawstop, but with the 52” extension.
I have the Delta T2 and it has served me well thanks to your and other videos on squaring everything. congrats on the Saw Stop cant wait to see what you can make with it.
Congrats on the Saw Stop, very much blessed and hope you continue to be blessed and bless others. This video helped change my mind on getting one of these, been looking and thought of a grizzly but the safety with the SawStop and this video helped make the decision easier.
I must say I am jealous that you get all these wonderful gifts. At the same time I'm so happy watching you pay it forward. Just like the live stream when you gave away your other saw.
May God continue to bless you brother.
You earned the blessings by being a proud Christian in a crazy world. Your channel is my favourite because of that. Special blessings on the person that gifted you that machine! “As Ye Sew, So Shall You Reap” (not biblical, but if I wrote a book it would be :) ) Cheers from Ontario!
With this not being sponsored by the manufacture you are able to be completely honest about your observations. 👍🙏☝☝
I honestly got into woodworking last year because of your channel, your message and your love of sharing your knowledge. My first table saw I just bought is the Skil you reviewed... it ain't perfect, but price wise and options, it does good. I am a little scared when using because it's like you said, gotta respect the machine. But one day, I really hope I can upgrade to a sawstop Jobsite Pro Table Saw... since I don't have a lot of space, that would be awesome. Putting it in the hands of the Lord. If he sees' fit that I can one day afford one, then it will happen.
Congratulations on the Saw brother you deserve it God bless from the UK
That’s amazing brother. So glad you have been blessed in this way. I am a new Ag teacher, and I am planning to get. A Saw Stop. We don’t currently have a table saw for the shop, but when we get one it will be a Saw Stop. As the teacher, I couldn’t justify having a table saw that isn’t a Saw Stop. I know we are probably going to have some shop accidents, but I I can save just one students fingers, the investment will be work that it. By the way, I showed my one of my classes your five projects that sell video. They really enjoyed it.
A blessing in deed. Once I heard it had a flesh sensing stop i was sold on it and starting researching. I saw this video and just confirmed that I need to save up. This and the festool miter saw. It’s going to take anwhile😂
This is just wonderful! Hoping the Lord continues to bless your channel. Very uplifting to watch your videos for so many reasons!
Amazing review Matt. I'm super stoked for you. Congratulations. That looks like an awesome saw. It's on my list. Lol. The safety of this tool is second to none.
Thank you Mike!
i stumbled on this by accident. i was looking for table saw reviews or delta table saw repairs. i remember seeing one of your videos with a delta. Anyway, long story short im a grown man tearing up looking at the grace God has over your life. Your a true inspiration to me. ty i hope one i can shake your hand. Oh..... dude you should hold zoom classes for woodworking, Christian men fellow ship, marriage ministry fellow ship..... im pretty sure you have a lot of knowledge. anyway God bless
Thank you
Funny, the comments on here. I like to watch your channel because you don't talk about your beliefs all that much. Any more and I would have to tune out. Thanks. You deserve the Sawstop. Good for you. I wish I could of given you one.
I use to work for a bullet proof company we had this saw in our shop. Since the first time I made a cut on it I've wanted one in my home shop. One day I'll get one.
We’ll said Matt. I couldn’t believe how much these table saws go for and to know how safe the machine is. I’ve been looking for a job site table saw for my garage. So I think I’m going to save and save but I think I know I would feel comfortable knowing how safe the saw is. The wife might think I’m crazy for spending this much on a saw but at the end of the day we all need to go out there and work. Thanks for the video. Have a great day
It really is amazing that someone had it in their heart to gift this saw to you. A few years ago, I was at a friends place, helping him with a project he was building. I was using his SawStop, same one you have, and something distracted me. You said it best, all in one word, complacency. The left side of my left hand made contact with the blade, and the saw did exactly what it was supposed to do........scare the &^%$ out of me. All I needed was to wash my hands to clear away any saw dust, or whatever else, apply a simple Band-Aid, go home, take a shower and put on some clean clothes. On multiple occasions, I offered to buy him a new blade and brake, but he constantly refuses to allow me to. He said that he bought 3 extra blades and brakes for this exact reason, and that my mishap with his saw, had just paid for the saw. Since that day, I have been trying to save up to get one of my own, but then I went on duty injury. What I had saved is gone, but, when my case settles, I will then have the same saw you have sitting in your shop. On a lighter note, SawStop's patent on their saw's breaking system is about to expire, which means, other companies will be able to develop their own versions, which might help push prices down a bit. As for all the things your viewers send to you, we do that because you give so much to us, and to this community. It's our way of saying THANK YOU for all that you do for us. GOD BLESS!!!!!
wow man, so glad you weren't hurt!!!! 👊
@@731Woodworks The saw caught me right between my wrist and pinky finger. Any other saw might have taken my hand off.
congrats on the saw! God blesses in many ways, don't let Satan steal your joy!! you have nothing to feel guilty about! Love your channel and what you stand for. God bless!!
Its also my dream saw as I have at the moment a terrible contractor bench ryobi beginner saw. Thanks for a honest and Godly review and God bless you
Matt, you can build a router table in the wood extension. Couldn't if it was steel. But congratulations, brother.
I am sure that you got this saw thru the generosity of another that God touched because there are great things He wants you to do with it. And you will! Bless you and yours.
I just recently bought the delta table saw from your videos
The Delta is a great saw for sure.
My name also happens to be Matt. Retired police officer after 28 years, am a brother in Christ and a Saw Stop owner. Love your channel brother.
This is pretty much the exact same saw I've been drooling over for a long while now. And, the problem for me isn't the price...I actually could afford it. The problem is SPACE! My two car garage is SO full of stuff, I just don't have the room for it. This is why, for now, I just use a ShopSmith. All those different tools in about 2/3 the space of that SawStop. But...ONE day...I will have one of these!
Also I spent some time talking with a local dealer I’ve known for years. He said he was the leading powermatic, jet, delta pro level dealer in this market. He told me he now sells saw stop at least 10 to 1 now and that he sells 20-30 brakes modules per month. Wow!!! I didn’t need convincing but he sealed the deal for me. Now to save up the money and pull the trigger on it.
Well, when you're faithful to the Lord there's always huge blessings. I'd love to be able to add one to my small tool arsenal one day. Thanks for all of your informative and honest content and God bless.
Bless that man! Great channel and great choice in Saw Stop!
My buddy just got this saw, and gave me his old Rigid with the Incra fence system. That was a huge upgrade from my regular Rigid saw with the standard fence system. He also bought me Jet bandsaw for the business. Its humbling indeed. Keep it up mate! Blessings.
Nice! How do you like the Jet bandsaw?
@@731Woodworks the fence on it is great! Once it's dialed in you can do near perfect resaw and rip cuts. Like the sawstop, it's a bit of a pain to get adjusted though.
I got my SawStop 1.75 PCS last year. I had an old Delta and I wanted to replace it. I mentioned SawStop to my wife and she said it would be cheaper than an emergency room visit - hmm, I agree! So I got one. It is a great saw and I am very pleased to have the peace of mind. I set the protection off by mistakenly allowing the blade to touch the fence on my Incra 5000. It works. It is done and over before you can even understand what the noise was. It really works.
If I didn't want the safety feature I'd likely get a Harvey table saw. Their miter is really nice.
Thanks for your videos!
Yes, those Harvey's are very nice. I looked at them.
I bet unboxing was exciting I’m getting a delta tomorrow
Congrats 🎉
I almost cut my hand. I reached across the blade. After I did it, I realized how close I had come, and it scared me. Could have been a bad accident. But, you know what. I don't call that an accident. Accidents are things that happen through no fault of your own. IMO. That would have been my fault. By the way, do you know what the number one saw accident is? Band Saw! So said an emergency room doctor. I almost cut into my thumb on that yesterday. I was pushing a small block of hardwood trough it when my thumb hit the blade. I pulled it back and it just roughed up the skin. Man was that close. Congratulations on the new saw. If I come into money, I will buy the same one. I know you thoroughly research every tool purchase.
Happy for your purchase and review. It was a nice gift.
As for injustices I read some where it was the table saw. Not sure on that. I definitely feel safer around a band saw though personally compared to a table saw. I try and always use push sticks and keep my fingers way far away from the blade.
As for the table saw this is at least some data from popular wood working from some years back. “In the context of the general population of 310 million Americans, about one in 9,000 will go to the emergency room in any given year after tangling with their table saw, one in 80,000 will have a medical report that lists the word “amputation” and one in 160,000 will lose one or more fingers or a thumb.”
I personally know 5 people that lost fingers or have been cut deeply on a table saw. Has made me think twice and want to save up for a table saw. The loss and risk is just too great.
Thanks for this review. I appreciate.
Been waiting on this video congratulations and we’ll deserved! Excited to see future projects.
thank you
Congrats on the new saw, Matt. That's fantastic.
I had to look it up but I've had mine for 9 years now. Never once regretted it. Fantastic saw....and it will at least try not to remove my finger. Which is more than I can say for any other power tool in my shop. I've only set it off 3 times. Two were unexpectedly wet wood. One was grazing the side of the blade with my finger when a piece kicked out before I expected. It's so insanely fast. Having seen it go a couple times I feel reassured that this technology works. Getting ready to put a slider on it but beyond that I can't imagine ever needing to replace it.
Matt here is my suggestion buy an extra blade cartage as you never know when you find something that might trip the saw and if you dont have a spare your done for a day or two
If anyone out there has ever even so much as used a small rotary blade (think cutting vinyl vertical blinds to length with a round rolling razor blade on a stick), it does make you realize that a quick accidental brush with it can draw blood.
I am so happy to see you get this specific table saw. I am also happy to know there are really good people out there who just want to send a gift to make you happy - what joy!
I understand why... you're a man of God... you can't out give God... Be blessed and carry on...
Amen
Just got the 1.75 and I agree completely with your assessments. Very excited to use it
Thank you
I know this is an old video but I subscribed to your channel after you posted it. I was recently listen to one of my favorite podcasts ARMCHAIR EXPERT and the guest had cut off two of his fingers with a table saw. I can't shake it. I had planned on getting a Dewalt Jobsite table saw but I now plan on going with SawStop. I have never used a table saw and only got my first circular saw a year ago. My plan is to get a SawStop 10 inch JobSite PRO Table Saw when I make the leap to a table saw. I know it can be pricy but as a wedding photographer it is cheaper than every lens and camera I use on a regular basis. In 20 years being a wedding photographer I never dropped a camera or lens but I still have insurance on them. I think the premium price to pay for a SawStop is worth it.
I used to work in the oil and gas industry. Our President was HUGE on safety. His favorite saying when discussing safety was "Routine is the enemy of focus". We get used to do something and we lack focus and that is when accidents happen.
Great review! I got a saw stop over the Delta, because of the safety feature for my fingers. I have the contractor saw. At the end of the day it’s a hobby for me and I need my fingers. I’m fortunate enough to have a budget that allowed to pay way more. Definitely gives peace of mind around the shop especially with young kids that like to hang out with dad when he is building.
ive set off the brake three times now. im happy with my decision to get a sawstop.
Appreciate the honest review, it would be easy to just gush over it but you’re exactly right those are things I would be disappointed in too if I bought one. Looks like the miter gauge on my kobalt saw! I really like the tool review videos lately!
Thank you
Let's be honest, yall are probably never going to use that miter gauge anyway 😜
@@Shrubhumper lol
@@Shrubhumper True!
@@Shrubhumper yep, I only have a dewalt table saw, but yeah that miter gage has only come out of its holder once or twice...just to see if I knew how to remove it from the on board storage slot and put it back....it needs a tricky bit of alignment to go back in.
Had the SawStop for many years it has save me serious injury at least 3 times since. 25 years ago I lost 2 finger tips on a table saw that dramatically affected my life so its was a no brainer when SawStop came out. Understand that Felder now has a similar technology but haven't seen any or pricing. Very simply if you use a table saw without the technology sooner or later it will "get you"; also its a quality machine.
I have a older Delta with the tube fence its great
This is definitely a blessing. One day I'll have a saw stop of my own as well. I have a job site rigid right now, it has been good, but I find myself needing a bigger one from time to time.
Wow that is awesome. Love watching your videos. Keep up the great work