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I own the valchromat top only as I have decided to build my own bench based on the paulk design which will have a extended work surface and storage with a wheeled base. I bought the non twist version top as I intend to use regular dogs. The material is of a heavier more solid feel than regular...

If you are going for cordless then best to buy branded as there will be other tools in the range that allow u to share/mix batteries. I have the Metabo 18v which is quite a capable saw when used with a high ah ((amp hour) battery. The very best option though is to stretch to a mains powered...

. Good point , although the blade bore/centre would obviously need be the same . It is likely that I would plump for the 250mm (as per my elektra beckum, that I will be downsizing from).

Thanx for all reccomends , I intend a visit to axminster to look at the ts 250 (there is also a less expensive model) As it has a quieter induction motor than other machines in this price range.

i am about to downsize my workshop and have decided that I need to sell/replace my elektra beckum (pkf 255 v8) sliding bench saw with scribe, I already own festool track saw which I intend to use for cross cutting sheet material and would be looking to add a small basic table saw for rips, can...