Factory-Reconditioned Black & Decker FS200SDR 10-in Firestorm Table Saw

I decided on this saw because I wasn't prepared to spend hundreds more for a tool I'll only use occasionally. I don't regret that decision but this saw has some shortcomings as noted in the other review. Last night I was ripping plywood and the saw worked great. I just check and double check the distance of the rip fence to the blade. I don't count on the fence to be right on with just a lock down of the handle, it's not. The miter gauge has way too much play in the slot to cut anything but small pieces. Trying to crosscut anything longer than 2 feet or so ends in frustration and I haven't found any aftermarket parts that fit the odd sized T slot to even try to make a crosscut sled. The switch is well marked and large but I found it difficult to hit to turn on of off when I couldn't actually see it due to a workpiece. Which made me wonder what would happen if I HAD to turn the saw off immediately.
If you want a saw for more than occasional use or want quick easy setup...Read more

This portable table saw is made in China like everything else, and is marketed in several parts of the world in various packages.

The one I got included a decently study metal table and instructions in three languages, including English. The model I received was marked "Professional" -- which is a very bad joke. There is no way that this is a professional-grade tool. The table is way too small for any sort of work with wood that extends more than a few inches beyond the table. It is also so imprecise and sloppy in its handling of wood stock that it can't be considered a recommended item. Black and Decker is way down on the list wherein quality of tools is concerned. I think they exist so that young wives can buy their husbands something cheap and (unknowingly) dangerous for the home garage. I ended up with this one because where I am (southern end of South America) there was nothing else available on hand except even worse Chinese no-name junk tools)...Read more