JET 708663MBK JTAS-10SXL50 10-Inch Left Tilt 3 Horsepower Cabinet Saw with 50-Inch Xacta II Fence, Mobile Base, 2 Cast Iron Extension Wings, Table Board, and Legs, 230-Volt 1 Phase

That said, we’ll tell you what we like about this particular Jet. First, the table surface is enormous. The smooth-as-glass cast-iron table with two wings measures 27 by 40 inches, and the wood and laminate extension table gives you all the room you need to run out the 50-inch fence. The fence itself is a great feature: smooth riding, silky face, accurate to a hair, rock solid when locked down. The handwheels both turn easily without exertion, and the blade raises and lowers cleanly, without stuttering. The miter gauge runs without play in the T-slot, and beneath the table, inside the sturdy steel cabinet, we like the slant of the floor to help move sawdust to the 4-inch dust port.

There’s absolutely no shortage of power, and there’s virtually no vibration, even when ripping 8/4 stock. Its capacities are on par with its competitors, with a max depth of cut of 3-1/8 inches with the blade at 90 degrees and 2-1/8 inches with a 45-degree tilt to the left. Table depth in front of the blade is 12 inches, and you’ll find that’s a common dimension in this caliber of saw.

Now we’ll tell you what we didn’t like, but keep in mind: These are subjective. We’re not smitten with the fence’s magnified cursor readout – we found it slightly difficult to read. It’s something that could easily be modified, however. The mobile base could use some leveling feet, which again is something the end user could rectify pretty easily. And Jet, this is a higher-end saw. We think it ought to include a blade. Assembly’s no picnic, but that’s nothing to fault. You’ll know this saw inside and out by the time you’ve put it together.

Those quibbles aside, this is a classy saw, whether it’s for the professional, the smart beginner or the seasoned woodworker who wants power, accuracy and reliability. It’s really a joy to use. -- Kris Jensen-Van Heste