The Wood Nerd
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Spotcheck said:
switching left-to-right - two allen key bolts to loosen and retighten - that takes me nearly 30 seconds. I don't see it as an issue, to be honest.
That's if you're only using the main section. If you're using the extension, you have to remove the screw holding it to the slide bar, reattach it to the other end, and then install the slide bar into the other side.
It also appears you're not using the scales. If you are, you have to re-calibrate it every time you move the fence in any way.
Those two thing make it the major pain I was talking about.
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SFwood58
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jgrogan said:
I have the 1000se and I love it. Precise cuts when you need it.
I also have the Incra 1000SE. It is a very precise miter gauge at a reasonable price. Last time I checked Amazon had it for about $120. I highly recommend it.
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The Wood Nerd said:
Spotcheck said:
switching left-to-right - two allen key bolts to loosen and retighten - that takes me nearly 30 seconds. I don't see it as an issue, to be honest.
That's if you're only using the main section. If you're using the extension, you have to remove the screw holding it to the slide bar, reattach it to the other end, and then install the slide bar into the other side.
It also appears you're not using the scales. If you are, you have to re-calibrate it every time you move the fence in any way.
Those two thing make it the major pain I was talking about.
You are correct on all counts. Didn't think through those points....
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Cian
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The Wood Nerd said:
That's if you're only using the main section. If you're using the extension, you have to remove the screw holding it to the slide bar, reattach it to the other end, and then install the slide bar into the other side.
It also appears you're not using the scales. If you are, you have to re-calibrate it every time you move the fence in any way.
Those two thing make it the major pain I was talking about.
I would figure that would apply to ANY miter gauge. But you're right, and I have read where some here have two of these - one for either side of the blade.
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Spotcheck said:
The Wood Nerd said:
Spotcheck said:
switching left-to-right - two allen key bolts to loosen and retighten - that takes me nearly 30 seconds. I don't see it as an issue, to be honest.
That's if you're only using the main section. If you're using the extension, you have to remove the screw holding it to the slide bar, reattach it to the other end, and then install the slide bar into the other side.
It also appears you're not using the scales. If you are, you have to re-calibrate it every time you move the fence in any way.
Those two thing make it the major pain I was talking about.
You are correct on all counts. Didn't think through those points....
As I said I have a 1000SE and love it. I use it regularly, but it's such a pain to switch sides I only use it for certain things. When I cut frames out to 48" for pictures, table edges, cabinet doors etc., I use my Jointech Smart Miter. I can cut a piece to the proper size with inside/outside/one of each mitered ends without having to move or recalibrate anything once the first cut is made. It is machined from 1/2" Phenolic, and the fence is heavy wall aluminum. It telescopes to 48" with a flip stop and has a hold down clamp. There are other accessories available, but you can make your own such as: a tenoning attachment. It's rather expensive at first glance, but if you buy two Incras, one for each side of the blade, you're about at the same cost. The Incras aren't as heavy walled as the Jointech, and they don't have the same length capability. If I were to have only one miter gauge/sled, it would be the Jointech product. 
And.....by the way, I changed all applicable allen bolts to thumbscrews or lever knobs as well. It makes all the difference in the world. The lever knobs were acquired from McMaster Carr.
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Cary
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Spotcheck said:
As I said I have a 1000SE and love it. I use it regularly, but it's such a pain to switch sides I only use it for certain things. When I cut frames out to 48" for pictures, table edges, cabinet doors etc., I use my Jointech Smart Miter. I can cut a piece to the proper size with inside/outside/one of each mitered ends without having to move or recalibrate anything once the first cut is made. It is machined from 1/2" Phenolic, and the fence is heavy wall aluminum. It telescopes to 48" with a flip stop and has a hold down clamp. There are other accessories available, but you can make your own such as: a tenoning attachment. It's rather expensive at first glance, but if you buy two Incras, one for each side of the blade, you're about at the same cost. The Incras aren't as heavy walled as the Jointech, and they don't have the same length capability. If I were to have only one miter gauge/sled, it would be the Jointech product.
And.....by the way, I changed all applicable allen bolts to thumbscrews or lever knobs as well. It makes all the difference in the world. The lever knobs were acquired from McMaster Carr.
I just came across this thread, which is now nearly a year old. I've ordered the Incra Miter Express/1000SE combo and plan to follow your example by replacing the allen bolts on the 1000SE. If you still happen to have your McMaster-Carr receipt, would you mind posting the part numbers?
I too had a Jointech Smartmiter, which I liked very much. Unfortunately, I sold it and, with Jointech's demise, it appears the product is no longer available. (We were moving to a house with a smaller shop and I thought I wouldn't have room for a tablesaw. Since then, I found room for a Sawstop Pro.)
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SFwood58
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Another vote for the 1000SE. I've had mine for about three years and love it. It's very well made, easy to adjust and accurate, at least for the type of cuts I make. At the price Amazon is selling it for it's also a pretty good deal when compared to after market miter gauges from other manufacturers.
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SFwood58
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LOL. I just noticed that I had already commented in this thread recommending the 1000SE back in April. I guess this thread has been going on for awhile, and by now I assume the OP has already purchased a new miter gauge.
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I can't believe I am the only one using the Jessem miter?
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