Break down

[bcdennis]

I finally had to break down and get another saw.  My EX21 completely died.  It had broke the Motor Cam twice and I honestly feel that there was a problem In the Manufacturing.  My Jet also is having some issues but still is working at this time.  Going to keep it as a back up.  I put numerous hours on these machines and I cut mostly 1/4 inch hardwood to 3/4 inch wood.  I don't use plywood so it takes it toll.  Most weeks I put 20 to 40 hours on the machines but at this time of year when my sales are way up I'm putting 40 to 60 hrs on it a week. 

Murphy's Law always kicks in too.  If something breaks it is usually right after the Warranty expires right?  Anyway I convinced the wife that I needed something substantial so she conceded and the Hegner 22 is on its way.  It has a 7 year warranty so hopefully I can count on it to last.  I didn't get all the bells and whistles just the quick release blade holder and foot pedal but that's really all I need.  I have the light/Mag lamp already plus my dust control system.  Won't get here in time to make a difference in my Holiday Sales, delivery date is after the 11th and my last show is the 14th.  Looking forward to playing with the new toy. 

[meflick]

Congratulations and a merry Christmas to you . Look forward to hearing how you like it. 

[ike]

That does make a nice Christ;mas present. Have Fun

IKE

[Scrappile]

Wise choice in my opinion, but be a little patient.  It takes a little time to get comfortable with the tensioning and because the clamps float, tension is very important.  Once you get the feel of it, you can feel it is right just by, well the feel...  I love mine. 

[Old Joe]

Congrats and enjoy. I just bought the Pegas, and I'm happy, but if I did a lot of production work with solid wood, and money was no object I would get a Hegner. Fiona Kingdon knocks out an incredible amount of product, no plywood, and does it all on a single speed Hegner!

[Rockytime]

Congratulations on the new Hegner! Several excellent machines out there. I've only tried the EX21 a PS Woods and a Hawk. All were nice to cut with but the Hegners I have are the best in my opinion. Simple engineering and virtually impossible to wear out.

[wombatie]

What a great Christmas gift.  Sorry for your loss though, it's always sad when a saw dies.

Marg

[daveww1]

enjoy your new saw

[jbrowning]

Congrats, I love my Hegner 18". My Hawk and Dewalt are just collecting dust. The only one I use is my Hegner.

[OCtoolguy]

Congrats on the new saw. If I lived a bit closer to you, I might take your EX off your hands just to bring it back to life. I love fixing stuff.

 

[Denny Knappen]

Whish you the best on your new saw.  You really got a wonderful saw.