I emailed Lie Nielsen the other day about the rumors of a panel saw. I received a nice reply which included a couple prototype pics, which I've attached. I'm not sure what changes the final release will have, if any. He just mentioned they are prototype pics.
He did say to expect to see it on the website in the next month or so. As for pricing, I didn't ask and he didn't say. I would imagine around $200 since the 14 inch tenon saw goes for $175.
It's taken them awhile to find a good supplier of quality panel steel, but they are confident in who they are working with.
I'm personally a bit excited for the saw. I've been wanting a good quality crosscut saw for the shop. My chopsaw doesn't have a dedicated bench setup, due to my shops small size. Needless to say it is much quicker and easier to grab the handsaw and rough down the longer 12 and 14 footer board lengths I got from the mill. Plus, I just love the look, feel, and capability of a quality handtood. My $20 Stanley saw will finally take a back hook on the shelf.
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