Kreg Rip Cut

[Kevin Bergstrom]

I was fortunate enough to receive a Kreg Rip Cut last spring as they were first shipping but didn't begin using it until this fall.  Initially I attempted to attach the Rip Cut to my Worm Drive Mag framing saw.  The base of that saw has a lip that is great for pushing dust out of the way but makes it difficult to attach the Rip Cut, so I got out my back up saw- an older sidewinder Skill with a flat base and attached it to the Rip Cut.  The attachment was firm and stable and did not shift or flex under pressure.  I have to say that at first I was concerned that the plastic base and guide would be too flexible and leave me with inaccurate cuts, but I have found that I am able to rip and crosscut sheet goods with this simple jig with the same accuracy as my table saw with a 52” Biesemeyer fence attached.  There is one part of the cut that needs extra attention and that is the last 3-4 inches as the guide leaves the material and there is less and less guide bar for the saw to reference.  But with a little attention as you exit the stock, you will be able to keep clean, straight cuts.  For years I had considered building a panel saw but don’t want to commit the space in the shop.  I think I have found the next best thing in the Kreg Rip Cut and for less than $40 you can’t complain about the price either.  Thanks Kreg, another product that we can afford and use!

[Anthony DeCesare]

I just bought it today and used it as well.  I like the idea of it and it does make it easier to cut then freehand.  The only problem is that it really doesn't attach well to my Dewalt saw(which of course i just got a new blade for because I was all excited to use the rip cut)  so now I have to go back to the store tomorrow and get a 6 1/2" blade for my cordless Dewalt saw.

Did anyone else have a problem attaching it to their Dewalt saw? and or fixes.

[mike]

I just bought it and installed on my saw.i will try this weekend and let you know how it works.