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I'm late to this thread, but, while I think SS was a good invention, I don't find myself being convinced that it is really safer. Yes, it is while using that saw, but if one moves to another saw, I'm thinking it will create careless habits. Instead of training ones self in the proper use of a saw, you're not worried that you'll get cut. I suppose the $80 or so that you have to fork out, will help, but it isn't the same as thinking you are going to loose a finger if you screw up. Of course, this is just my opinion.

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That is like saying if you wear seat belts you will be more careless as a driver. I have insurance so I will not worry about taking care of my health. When you are faced with a 10" spinning saw blade I doubt one would be cavalier. If I placed you in front of a SS and said stick your finger in there would you do it. Even knowing that it works I wouldn't. I doubt I would do it for a suitcase of money.
In the shop some people know what they are doing and practice good techniques, some folks are lax about it and some just don't know any better. My shop partner does some things that make me hold my breath. Scares me. He doesn't have SS. I wish he did. He somehow gets away with it for now. No amount of admonishment on my part makes a lasting impression.
I would buy one in a nano second (about the time it takes to lose a few fingers) if I had the money. I have never understood the resistance to this technology. I am a pro woodworker. I am very aware and have a healthy fear of my shop tools however my profession requires I work fast, sometimes late, and sometimes tired. That is part of the job. I have had some close calls and injuries. I agree that ones self is the most important safety feature. Just as driving defensively and safely is the prudent thing to do.
A SS wouldn' make me feel any safer (kick back and other things can happen ) but it would give me some protection. I wish I had it. I want to continue to play the guitar.
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