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I've done some lathe work with my SS Mark V and they turned out fully satisfactory. But remember that any multi-tool like a SS it terrific in its versatility but adds some compromises for each of its applications versus a freestanding tool specifically designed for the job. (For example, my SS is a ...

Years ago I designed and built a small rocking horse for my toddler son (he's 34 now.) Folks I worked with absolutely LOVED it and I agreed to make 12 more. Hmmm... 12 horses times 4 legs each meant cutting and sanding 48 horse's legs. (What did I get myself into???) But these little things are ador...

Let me add two more very important safety tips (and these are from 'unfortunate' personal experience with my SS many years ago): 1. Two people around the SS are one person too many. (Easy to get distracted, lose concentration, get into a conversation, etc.) 2. ALWAYS set up ALL the saw guards and ot...

The serial number table sure appears to be accurate. I checked mine (because I knew approximately, but not exactly, when it was purchased) and it certainly made sense. Mine was built in September, 1982. My dad bought it for me and I've loved it since the day I set it up. That was 35 years ago when I...