Ray Cadmus

My vote was based on the older RBI version but the basics are the same. I bought mine used a year or so ago and it has held up well. I did replace a lower blade holder but that's all so far. Only problem so far is occasional erratic speed control but I understand that it is fixable by blowing the dust out of the speed sensor - will do as soon as I find it :-(

I make key-chain fobs using a method taught by Ron Brown of ronbrownsbest.com. The instructions use to be a free download. Last I looked though you need to buy a DVD. Cute, simple & fast. He designed this method to quickly make & sell at shows. ray

I too like the FD blades. Puzzle blades are great. But, when I find myself with a lot of tedious detail the Olsen blades give me more control. The FD blades cut too well - too aggressive... ray

I'm a little late responding to this - but here's my 2 cents worth anyway. I hate masks. I have worn them at times when I think about it but not often enough. That has changed... Last year I was cutting a bunch of grooves on 2x4's to handle some lattice pieces. After that session I did notice a lot of dust in the air, did a bit of clean up with broom and vac. Then SPENT THE NEXT 3 DAYS IN THE HOSPITAL WITH PNEUMONIA!!! Needless to say - i now try to wear a mask more often. I just did replace my disposables with a 3M 6000 series lightweight. More comfort, better filtration and it doesn't bother my glasses.