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waynelang2001

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« Reply #120 on: February 27, 2012, 10:11 AM »
Please guys lets not go into riving knife territory we dont want this thread blocked..............
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« Reply #121 on: February 27, 2012, 03:23 PM »
For those who are interested about the riving knife discussion check out the link bellow.  That should help curb any questions.

http://festoolownersgroup.com/other-tools-accessories/who-needs-a-riving-knife/
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« Reply #122 on: February 28, 2012, 01:56 PM »
Did some price comparisons for the Mafell MT55 vs. Festool TS55 for the US market.  By figuring out the saw only price(subtracting Festools track).  Both come in Systainers and the MT55 can be sold without the rail but doesn't come with the extra blade and parallel guide.  The two Mafell dealers charge for shipping and is approximately $45.00.  Shipping needs to be considered since Festool products get free ground.

Festool TS55   $427.00  ($525-$98)

Mafell MT55    $770.00  ($725+$45)

Difference       $343.00

I know the UK prices are closer to the same so the decision is easier.  As for the US one must really consider the advantages to cost.  Hobbyists will easily gravitate to the Festool.  Those making a living with there tools like myself will have to consider durability, versatility, and cost.  

I think Mafell would have a strong market by keeping the saw "difference" closer to $200.  That could easily be done by adding a guide rail.  The shipping charge is exuberant in my opinion since ground is typically free if over a certain purchase price. 





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Alan m

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« Reply #123 on: February 28, 2012, 03:26 PM »
the mafell is looking really great. if anythung happens my ts55 il get a mafell. especially diven that i can use my festool rails . also that role up rail looks real handy
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ts 55+2 1400 rails+ 1 lr32 1400 rail, domino+assortment systainer+ domiplate, ct 22 with boom arm+home made thien baffel, lr32 set, rotex 150, home made MFT,home made work center, 6 t locs for other tools, of2000 , ro 90, mft 800, trion , ls 130
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of 1400, MFT 3,, even more t locs for other tools


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Steve R

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« Reply #124 on: February 28, 2012, 03:42 PM »
Read thought most of this tread.. How many topics were discussed? Eek! censored

Now if only the ones about the TS 55R were here... hmmmm. Would have been a nice read.

Cheers,
Steve
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