DW788Type 1 Type 2 - Scroll Saw Woodworking & Crafts Message Board

MinotBob · 06-22-2006, 12:29 PM

What is the difference between the Dewalt DW788 Type 1 and type 2 saws. I found a new unused type 1 but don't know how old it is. When was the type 2 brought out?
Thanks

Marcel in Longueuil · 06-22-2006, 02:29 PM

Bob,

Type 1 were made locally.
Type 2 imported from Asia.

Type 1: everyone says they love.
Type 2: Known problems with table flatness & a wedge that determines spacing for blade, preventing proper grip on blades for some machines.

Date of switch over? Unknown to me. But I'm sure someone else will answer that

Regards,
Marcel

lucky788scroller · 06-22-2006, 09:25 PM

not all type 2 saws have the issues, its a hit and miss thing.I am sure Rick can give a pretty good date as to when the switch of country of origin took place. When Marcel says locally, he means in Canada. Dale

3_M · 06-22-2006, 10:35 PM

This is what Ray sent me. He told me not too long ago that Sommerville Design is sold to an other company but will keep making the Excalibur.

Mike M

Sales
242 National Dr
Rockwall, TX 75032
July 31, 2003
Attention: Mr. Ray Seymore
Dear Ray,
Just thought I would write to you in response to your inquiries. As of February 2003, Sommerville Design and Mfg. INC. officially ceased manufacturing the DeWalt DW788 scroll saw and related products.
The production of this saw has moved to the far east in order to capitalize on some cost reduction opportunities, therefore you can appreciate the fact that we have no influence on any future models with respect to quality or features. I am also unable to predict what changes, if any will be instituted.
This is going to allow us to concentrate more time on further developing and refining the "Excalibur" line of products. Specifically we will continue to supply the EX-19 and EX-30 machines with North American made electrical components and local materials whenever possible.
I hope this brings you up to speed on current events and answers some of your questions.

We are looking forward to the "new" future.
Yours truly,
Tom Sommerville

lucky788scroller · 06-25-2006, 02:43 AM

Thank you Mike. Hey, do you have any knowlege on how sales have been on the new purple saw. I havent heard of many that have that saw. Dale

RAIN MAN · 06-25-2006, 12:53 PM

Dale, Are You Refering To The Eclipse ?

lucky788scroller · 06-25-2006, 10:55 PM

No, thats a blue saw!!! I was refering to the tilting head excalibur. I already know that eclipse is a sweet machine...if only I could afford one! Dale

RAIN MAN · 06-27-2006, 10:40 PM

Huh, I Thought It Was Purple !!! Lol
Rain Man

lucky788scroller · 06-28-2006, 02:25 AM

Sorry rainman, but I have a tendancy to refer to many saws by color rather then brand name. I do say the excaliber is much more purpler then the eclipse (which would be nicer if it were in a color we could associate with Mellon, like a watermelon color!!!). You know the yella ones, the red is a rbi, orange hegners, and on and on. just my twisted mind at work I guess.
If you ever want to here a hilarious story about saw colors, and you ever get the chance to meet Dale Whistler, have him tell you the story . Its a great one! dale

06-22-2006, 12:29 PM	#1
MinotBob Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Taipei Taiwan Posts: 139	DW788Type 1 Type 2 What is the difference between the Dewalt DW788 Type 1 and type 2 saws. I found a new unused type 1 but don't know how old it is. When was the type 2 brought out? Thanks __________________ MinotBob Makita MSJ-401 Universal Tools: Remember you only really need 2 tools: WD-40 and Duct Tape. If it doesn't move and should, use WD-40. If it moves and shouldn't, use the Duct Tape

06-22-2006, 02:29 PM	#2
Marcel in Longueuil Gone to the Dark Side Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Québec, Canada Posts: 1,122	Bob, Type 1 were made locally. Type 2 imported from Asia. Type 1: everyone says they love. Type 2: Known problems with table flatness & a wedge that determines spacing for blade, preventing proper grip on blades for some machines. Date of switch over? Unknown to me. But I'm sure someone else will answer that Regards, Marcel __________________ http://marleb.com DW788. -Have fun in the shop or it isn't a hobby anymore. NOTE: No trees were killed in the sending of this message, but a large number of electrons were terribly inconvenienced.

06-22-2006, 10:35 PM	#4
3_M Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Brandon, SD Posts: 674	This is what Ray sent me. He told me not too long ago that Sommerville Design is sold to an other company but will keep making the Excalibur. Mike M Sales 242 National Dr Rockwall, TX 75032 July 31, 2003 Attention: Mr. Ray Seymore Dear Ray, Just thought I would write to you in response to your inquiries. As of February 2003, Sommerville Design and Mfg. INC. officially ceased manufacturing the DeWalt DW788 scroll saw and related products. The production of this saw has moved to the far east in order to capitalize on some cost reduction opportunities, therefore you can appreciate the fact that we have no influence on any future models with respect to quality or features. I am also unable to predict what changes, if any will be instituted. This is going to allow us to concentrate more time on further developing and refining the "Excalibur" line of products. Specifically we will continue to supply the EX-19 and EX-30 machines with North American made electrical components and local materials whenever possible. I hope this brings you up to speed on current events and answers some of your questions. We are looking forward to the "new" future. Yours truly, Tom Sommerville __________________ Home of the FD Blades Last edited by 3_M; 06-23-2006 at 02:00 PM.

06-25-2006, 12:53 PM	#6
RAIN MAN Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Kentucky-across river from Cincinnati Posts: 325	purple saw Dale, Are You Refering To The Eclipse ?

06-27-2006, 10:40 PM	#8
RAIN MAN Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Kentucky-across river from Cincinnati Posts: 325	purple saw Huh, I Thought It Was Purple !!! Lol Rain Man

06-22-2006, 09:25 PM	#3
lucky788scroller Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: wisconsin Posts: 6,354	not all type 2 saws have the issues, its a hit and miss thing.I am sure Rick can give a pretty good date as to when the switch of country of origin took place. When Marcel says locally, he means in Canada. Dale

06-25-2006, 02:43 AM	#5
lucky788scroller Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: wisconsin Posts: 6,354	Thank you Mike. Hey, do you have any knowlege on how sales have been on the new purple saw. I havent heard of many that have that saw. Dale

06-25-2006, 10:55 PM	#7
lucky788scroller Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: wisconsin Posts: 6,354	No, thats a blue saw!!! I was refering to the tilting head excalibur. I already know that eclipse is a sweet machine...if only I could afford one! Dale

06-28-2006, 02:25 AM	#9
lucky788scroller Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: wisconsin Posts: 6,354	Sorry rainman, but I have a tendancy to refer to many saws by color rather then brand name. I do say the excaliber is much more purpler then the eclipse (which would be nicer if it were in a color we could associate with Mellon, like a watermelon color!!!). You know the yella ones, the red is a rbi, orange hegners, and on and on. just my twisted mind at work I guess. If you ever want to here a hilarious story about saw colors, and you ever get the chance to meet Dale Whistler, have him tell you the story . Its a great one! dale

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