not having my table saw around has taken me back a bit. I don't have trhe big guy but I do have 2 pull saws. I actually bought them to cut fret slots but only one is thin enough and it is sharp as hell. I can over cut in a heart beat. Something else to ponder as with a table saw you just set the depth and go on your merry way not even thinking about whats really going on..... Hand tools get you closer to the wood and your work...