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Track saw parallel guide comparison video between Seneca Woodworking, Woodpeckers Tools, and TSO Products.
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[@bwilie7173]

I’ve been watching quite a few of your comparison videos (parallel guides, track saw square, and some Festool product comparisons) and l love your format. Your presentation is enjoyable to watch and you provide a LOT of information without a ton of bias. But you still offer your opinion about your preferred and why. Keep up the good work!!!

[@stephendixon8575]

Wow, what a brilliant, thorough and well thought out explanation of a set of products which I’ve looked at, but would never have known all the important differences if it hadn’t been for this video. Thank you 👍

[@bentswoodworking]

You’re welcome

[@parillaworks]

I've been using the TSO guides recently for rips and even crosscuts. Really solid setup. Great overview of all 3 options Jason.

[@bentswoodworking]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@kakarotjone]

Thanks for the full review and the reason why you would select one. Thanks

[@epgui]

I had been preparing to invest in the Woodpeckers parallel guides + track square, but this is the video that swayed me. Seeing the TSO guides connect physically to the track square like that makes me think that system is a no-brainer for the vast majority of cases. TSO also has an incredible giant triangle you can attach to your track, which might even be more versatile for cutting at angles than the Woodpeckers track square.

[@heavenknowsheavenknows3747]

I have the Woodpeckers, the TSO, and the Festool parallet guide systems. For 24 inches of width or less , the festool parallel guides are the best and the easiest to get accurate and repeatable cuts.

[@hankcohen3419]

Definitely appreciate your reviews. I am planning to buy a tracksaw and the square and guides seem like great additions.

[@bentswoodworking]

They definitely are!

[@randallthomas5207]

The Incra scales are easily attached with “Blue Tack”. A putty used by artists to temporarily mount paper to surfaces.

[@Foxholeatheist]

Thanks so much for this. I had been leaning towards the TSO, but already having one of the squares really sells it for me.

[@bentswoodworking]

Glad you found it helpful

[@omarmeza1982]

Like always, going above and beyond! Thanks Jason.

[@bentswoodworking]

You’re welcome

[@christophergilbert2384]

Great review! Well thought out and presented. Thanks for the ‘guide’ance.

[@elktrip2000]

This was great. Thanks a million for showing these other examples.

[@GKganesan]

Thank you for this. Useful, efficient, and importantly, honest. I appreciate that!

[@bentswoodworking]

Glad it was helpful!

[@mikeforster8798]

Excellent video! And thanks for doing it. I have been eyeing the TSO rails so this helped with my decision.

[@bentswoodworking]

Glad to hear it

[@alexdroban4312]

Thank you for the very useful and detailed comparative review!

[@bentswoodworking]

You’re welcome

[@lindamarsden8024]

Thank you this is a super video, I was just thinking about adding parallel guides and this was most helpful.

[@bentswoodworking]

Glad you found it helpful

[@annieltitus]

Thanx Jason! I just received my TSO parallel guide which i will use with my TSO square. You have confirmed for me that i made a good decision.

[@bentswoodworking]

You will not be disappointed!

[@Suntreecarpentry]

Ive been wanting one for a while but could not decide. Thanks for sharing!

[@danmoyer8191]

Great presentation! I already have a TSO rail square. Have considered adding on with the TSO parallel guides. Nothing in your video caused me to change my mind once I decide to get a set of parallel guides.

[@bentswoodworking]

Glad to hear it

[@am11744]

I looked at the tso website and it wasn't very clear how the system worked with the heads. You have cleared that up. Thank you.

[@bentswoodworking]

You’re welcome

[@Bulldog532]

Great review! I’ve been considering getting something different than the original Festool guides so this is a very timely review for me. Thanks!

[@bentswoodworking]

Glad you found it it helpful. I had the Festool ones for a very long time and they are actually my least favorite option. I didn’t include them here simply because they are pretty specific to Festool.

[@BRM-sw6il]

Jason , Just wanted to say thanks for all the valuable content, I am using Jay for my Nordfab dust collection design. He has been great!

[@lundyswoodcrease5876]

Love these videos! Keep ‘‘em coming mr Bent

[@NWGR]

Jason, I really appreciate this and your guide rail square comparison videos. Having just gotten my first tracksaw (festool ts55) I'm in the market for both a rail square and a set of parallel guides. TSO has been knocking things out of the park with their accessories. For the rail square I decided on the festool FS-WA/90° which is the same as the TSO GRS-16PE, just festool branded obviously. So for the parallel guides I'll go with the TSO as well. The 30" set fits my needs perfectly, and I'll probably add a set of 20" rails too. Again, your comparison videos are much appreciated, especially for new tracksaw owners.

[@bentswoodworking]

Glad you found it helpful

[@carlbrothers]

Before the TSO T connector came out, I was using these on the right angle saw guides. What I found was that the extra width of the guides, you had to use a much longer saw guide if handling full sheets of plywood. TSO realized that they made some mistakes in the fasteners and made their stops and t-brackets use the same size hex key. All that said, I have found the TSO kit very easy to use and accurate. Great video.

[@bentswoodworking]

Thank you

[@warrensmith2902]

Have the Seneca, they work just fine, but I use a story stick gauge to set the depth stops precisely. I also have a TSO Rail Square that is fantastic as well. May try drilling holes in the Incra rails for the TSO Rail Square.

[@ZeroCoolOO7]

I have owned the Seneca parallel guides for a few years now (before TSO had their own) and I like the simplicity of them. At first I was also frustrated with the scales moving, so I hot glued them (later changed to self adhesive ones that don't move). I realized after awhile I don't even use the scales. I premark my first cutline with a ruler (same method of setting up my festool guide rail) and then set the parallel guides to match. The idea of the guides is to make lots of similar cuts, so the scales were only being used for the initial measurement. I do like the low profile look and stop feature of the TSO though.

[@bentswoodworking]

I used my Seneca for a long time, worked great!

[@scottdezieck7056]

Great video.,very nice comparison. Really enjoyed your video.

[@tedrzz]

I bought the Seneca a few weeks ago and didn’t realize the incra measurement system was two pieces that slightly overlap which could lead to some issues. I wasn’t a huge fan of this and returned them for that reason. Seneca was more than happy to make the return, so hats off to them for that. I ended up going Woodpeckers, as you mentioned, one thing I like about their system is that you can customize the length of the rulers if for some reason you have limited space to work with. I don’t have a table saw so I rely on the track saw for everything, so being able to be nimble with the smaller foot print was a big reason fit me. After seeing this video I would definitely consider TSO however!

[@bentswoodworking]

They all have their pros and cons but the TSO is the clear winner for me.

[@aaronuws]

Thank you for this! Exactly what I needed and wanted to know! Considering I already have the TSO square and Festool track, it's a no brainer! Not that I want to be a copycat. I appreciate you and your channel!

[@bentswoodworking]

Glad you found it helpful

[@vossievos3040]

Excellent info and very explanatory.Thankyou

[@bentswoodworking]

Glad it was helpful!

[@dalepres1]

Thanks for the early description of what these do. I had to watch over half of the squares video to even see what they were - but that video was good, otherwise, so thanks for both.

[@bentswoodworking]

Glad it was helpful!

[@skauli0815]

Hi, yes I do like the style of your videos. Very helpful, thanks!

[@3ddiy]

This saved me a lot of time and money thanks for making it.

[@bentswoodworking]

You’re welcome

[@terichampion1165]

Such a great quality video. Thank you.

[@bentswoodworking]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@walterluikey4582]

Festool was the first to offer the track saw parallel guide. I bought mine when they were first offered. I wouldn't trade them for any of the 3 that you demonstrated. Thank you for your excellent video presentations, especially the one you did on undermount draw slides.

[@bentswoodworking]

Glad you find them helpful

[@Jazzcat1980Rip]

Jason, I purchased a Festool guid rail square a year or so ago and it’s made by TSO. Good video as always.

[@ArmyVet76]

Lots of great info. I greatly appreciate it 👍🏼

[@bentswoodworking]

👍👍

[@kiwdwks]

Awesome video/information. Thank you!

[@bentswoodworking]

You’re welcome

[@glenncallahan9037]

Top review. Thank you.

[@colinbrown8095]

Nice Review, I bought last year and had to spend hours of research to come to the same conclusion you summarized in 20 minutes!

[@bentswoodworking]

Glad you found it helpful

[@allent555]

Great video and prefect timing as I was just looking at the TSO’s solutions. Yes this style of video is great especially with your conclusions and with your personal choice.

[@bentswoodworking]

Glad to hear that!

[@russalbright4213]

Been looking forward to this video for a wile and it did not disappoint. Great job detailing and explaining the differences between the systems. I wonder if they will come out with a soft carrying case for the TSO guides. Storage of any of these is something I can't believe someone has not come up with yet.

[@bentswoodworking]

Sorry it took so long 🤣🤣. I planned on this one a long time ago but wanted it to be right.

[@RustyCas999]

I will buy a cheap rifle case and use Kaizen foam for the guides. I work between 3 different homes (mine + 2 daughters) so have to have a good travel solution.

[@bombamanwa]

Just a couple of points of note on the TSO; - If you have the older GRS, you need to drill out the holes for the edge guides, drawings available on the TSO site. - Take your time to make sure the rail is square to the head, on shorter rips its not as much of an issue, but if your ripping 30"+/700mm+ you can get a trapezoidal cut. - The length indicator does give a bit of parallax (would prefer a hair line indicator) so just get a system down, and stick with it

[@bentswoodworking]

Thank you for sharing

[@chipkirk9175]

Great video! I wish you would have also included the Festool parallels too. I’m trying to decide which is best for me.

[@chriscianci317]

You are a great teacher

[@bentswoodworking]

Thank you, I appreciate that!

[@manitou2200]

I bought the TSO 20, 30, 50 pretty much right after they came out 4 years ago and have never regretted the purchase. I’ve since added heads (Festool) 22:37 and extra stops for multiple set ups. I also have both rail squares and bought them with the initial purchase. I’ve used one track with a square on a 1.5 meter makita track and it works great but I agree with Brent as the rails get longer you need two tracks. Using the squares is a great option to have. It’s a very good system. I have lots of Seneca stuff and love it. Some Woodpecker tools and they’re all good quality. Personally the Seneca and Woodpeckers PG systems seem clunky to me compared to the TSO. JMHO.

[@zachmathew4320]

Great video. Very informative.

[@bentswoodworking]

Thank you!

[@STohme]

Very nice and interesting video. Many thanks.

[@bentswoodworking]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@kakarotjone]

Yes more videos like this

[@ptortland]

I just watched your video, "How YOU Should Be Cutting Plywood," and you mentioned the TSO Parallel Guides. That brought me to THIS video! I was just about to buy the Festool Parallel Guide Rails for my Festool system. But your videos fortunately saved me! Your review is excellent, and I will be ordering the TSO's. (Unfortunately, the drop-on heads to attach the guides to the Festool rail are not currently in stock.)

[@bentswoodworking]

You will be pleased with your decision. They are excellent

[@alancroft6928]

Brilliant, thank you

[@bentswoodworking]

You’re welcome

[@barriowoodworks]

I own a TSO square. Didn’t know that you could complement it with their parallel guides. Easy decision for me. Excellent review.

[@bentswoodworking]

Glad you found it helpful

[@marklynch8781]

This brings up the topic of Dewalt needing to offer a second Festool style of rail that will work with these products.

[@derekhollingsworth9639]

Great Video. Thanks

[@bentswoodworking]

You’re welcome

[@cerberus2881]

I'll get the TSO with the slip on track bracket. I like everything I've seen from Woodpeckers and TSO.

[@JaredMcEntaffer]

Wow. I get inflation, but they've raised the price of the TSO parallel guide by 33% in like 18 months. That seems a bit out of control to me. You can see in the video the 30 inch set was $189 when the video was maid. Now they are charging $249 for the 30 inch system.

[@jeffstanley4593]

I have had the parallel guides in a box for months and finally took them out to see how to use them on my Festool track. I got only one TPG adapter as I had a GRS-16 PE. I wish that I had gotten two of the TPG. I forgot/ didn't think/ didn't think about it but the GRS hangs off the end of the board you are cutting parallels from. What if the sheet is not 90 degrees on the end? You would need to do what another presenter did and cut one length and one width with the GRS-16 to be absolutely square to one another. If you had two of the TPGs you could immediately cut parallel to one edge even if the ends are not 90 degrees to one side and even if the two long edges are not parallel from the woodyard. Get two TPGs. Great video explaining the pros and cons.

[@DavidPennick]

I purchased the Seneca guides at first and when they arrived I couldn't believe I paid so much for a few pieces of plastic and short t rails. The guides never stayed accurate! I purchased the woodpeckers and don't regret a thing! I do however wish that woodpeckers used there production line to do a micro adjust or a teeth system for locking into the rail. Aside from that I couldn't be happier!

[@RyanWenner]

The Seneca Parallel Guide system is fully CNC machined anodized aluminum; Are you sure you didn't buy a knockoff? The rails included are actually Incra T-Track Plus, so they can be easily expanded or replaced if damaged.

[@Mark_Wood]

Thanks!

[@bentswoodworking]

You’re welcome

[@brucegibson8053]

Completely off topic here, but I'd like to see you do an overview of Woodpeckers miter guide (stealth) system. I bought their DP pro 3624 partly because of your recommendation. With a little mod. on my part it worked out great. Thanks for that!

[@djlalorocks]

Been looking at the TSO stuff since I went with a Kreg ACS. Thanks for the details even two years later (inflation increased the prices that you quoted, unfortunately)- FYI they have Kreg specific squares now.

[@scottstarck293]

Nice cabinets on the miter saw wall

[@bentswoodworking]

Thank you! Video on those will be out in a couple weeks

[@jimmysigns4046]

I had the festool, didn’t like them so I sold them, on festool the wood sits between the guides so you always have to move the guides to fit the wood size. I bought the woodpecker guides, blows festool away and I’m a huge festool fan lol. The woodpeckers mount on top of the wood your cutting so it’s so much easier. Extremely accurate and the fact you have all he extensions make it great. Pricey but worth every penny if you use them a lot. And I do.

[@bentswoodworking]

Yeah I had the Festool as well and they were my least favorite

[@brianhawes3115]

Yes I agree on the festool, pain in the ass, so I saw the woodpecker and copied them in wood

[@johnhewetson4406]

Thanks Jason, very helpful. I am slowly moving to Festool from Dewalt so I am having to makes some investments in tracks and accessories. Videos like this make the process of deciding what to get so much easier and help me to avoid buying the same item twice because I did not understand some of the features. It is one thing to read the specs but quite another to see and hear them explained in detail with respect to the other options available. Great stuff as always. Cheers John

[@bentswoodworking]

Thanks John! Welcome to the addiction!

[@realpdm]

I have the Seneca for a long time but I have to be pretty motivated to use them for the same reasons you mentioned. I have the TSO square and was considering adding their guides. Thank you for doing this video, very informative and just the information I needed.

[@bentswoodworking]

Glad you found it helpful

[@ligngood3787]

Very helpful, but I would love to see Festool's parallel guides included in this comparison too so I can decide. Thank you!

[@dublinf4477]

As always great video Jason. I own the TSO and the woodpecker is so let me just chime in on a couple of things. One of the most frustrating things for me about TSO was their instruction manual was absolutely horrible. For example I didn’t even know there was a left or right. I bought the woodpecker’s first so I had some basic knowledge on what parallel guides were all about. Without that I think I would’ve been even more frustrated with TSO. On all of these Parallex is an issue. When you have to calibrate two different arms the possible introduction of error is huge. Granted it will be incredibly small and most people use these just to break down sheet goods so maybe it doesn’t matter. But I found parallax to be much bigger issue with the TSO. Both could be solved with positive indexing stops or ratchet type of system. But maybe that’s not feasible in the engineering. All in all they’re both very good products. You did a great job talking about the difference but I just wanted to bring up the instruction manual because I think that’s important. You are not alone in favoring the TSO. Especially when you can use it with the guide rail square which is an absolute outstanding product. I’m definitely in the minority but I THINK I’m gonna stick with the woodpecker’s. Once I set and calibrate them I leave the short arm on and I never touch them again. But I’m not 100% positive. They’re all rather finicky products. Maybe the answer is just simply buying a European sliding table saw!

[@bentswoodworking]

Thank you so much for sharing that insight! 👍👍

[@briangc1972]

I bought a European sliding saw 8 years ago and it is worth every penny. Most people look at the high price and ignore it's advantages, but if you compare it's abilities and cost to a comparable quality table saw, the sliding saw is not much more. You probably paid more for your table saw and track saw and all the other tools/ attachments necessary to make your "system" work as well as a sliding saw than what a sliding saw would cost.

[@andre1987eph]

Geese, I can’t read that. Can u use paragraph breaks next time?

[@prongATO]

A tiny set-screw for the first one might be a good solution to keep it from moving once installed and keep the swap out for metric.

[@Spencerbuildsit]

Once again an honest, unpretentious informative video. Seneca seemed pricey for what it was. Will the Festool Head fit the Makita track? All else is always interchangeable. Do you find you use the rods, or just move to the table saw for the more managable cuts?

[@holottawang]

Great video. Do you know where TSO manufactures their tools?

[@andrewbrown8148]

Great info, Jason~! I don't have a track saw yet, but I am considering the Festool. I've watched your using the TSO gear for a while and I'm leaning that direction if making that purchase. I have a decent collection of Woodpecker gear and yes, they're really and they're really pricey compared to comparable items. Thanks for the comparison~!

[@bentswoodworking]

Right on!

[@jimrosson6702]

Great video

[@bentswoodworking]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@BigJohnson1566]

Good intel.

[@Tool-Meister]

I didn’t notice if you mentioned you can also link any length TSO rail together to make longer rails. I needed to cut a quantity of 65” panels so purchased the joiners to make 80” rails from my 30”-50” kit. Lastly, it appears even Festool is selling the TSO square rebranded to Festool in the UK.

[@bentswoodworking]

I did not but that’s a good addition as well

[@stevenliggins1623]

Parallax has been mentioned before on other videos with regards to other woodpeckers tools.

[@rjtumble]

great timing on this video. While breaking down a sheet of plywood for a bunch of shop drawers, I was thinking about finally getting one of these. I was also thinking of you when I set up my dado stack using metric (since I was using 12ml plywood). Glad you left the affiliate links, I'm going to go by the TSO today. ETA: And then I discovered they're out of stock! bummer, but I'm not in a hurry.

[@bentswoodworking]

Unfortunately that’s a realization with most companies these days. I don’t think they’re backlog is that much though

[@rjtumble]

​@@bentswoodworking That's the impression I got from their page too. I gave them my email so I'll hear when they have material back in stock, no biggie.

[@GuysShop]

Nice video Jason. I have the Seneca and the WP. I much prefer the Seneca as they are very easy to get in place and cutting. The WP can be very fiddly to work with. I am also surprised by the price of the Seneca. I think I paid like $120 for the set eight or nine years ago when they first came out.

[@bentswoodworking]

Thanks Guy! Yeah, I was actually a little shocked when I opened up the website and say that was the price.

[@FatElmoCanoo]

The TSO system sure did go up in price drastically since your video was filmed.

[@loueubank4399]

As always, excellent video and great content. I have the Festool PG's and have used them just a couple of times. Going to be doing a lot more panel work and wonder if I should consider an additional set from one of these three?? Your thoughts? Maybe sell the Festool and replace?

[@bentswoodworking]

I use to have the Festool and honestly, they are my least favorite. I ended up selling them.

[@SpartanORGN]

Amazing how much Markup they do on these. Especially Seneca, you can buy 2 of the exact track they use for $40. So they are adding another $240 for some 3D printed heads and stop. At least woodpeckers and TSO made their own unique designs, but those prices are always crazy. You could probably buy the TSO heads and incra track and you'd have a complete system for $120.

[@thewoodworker106]

Great review. I’m sold on TSO

[@bentswoodworking]

Awesome! They are great

[@ScottiPewPew]

TSO set 30/50 up from $290 to $370. Shipping to Australia with a guide rail square is over $200USD additional. These prices are getting ridiculous.

[@rfguy8499]

Thanks Jason. Great video and very informative. I still haven't purchased a parallel guide set yet, but you have definitely given me some things to think about for it. I had been leaning towards the Woodpeckers set, but I personally don't like the short rails (and the price). I wish they would offer an option for longer rails for those of us that intend to hang them on the wall of our shop and don't need systainer transportability. I agree that all three of these companies are great, but the TSO features you highlighted are definitely compelling. How do the 3 guides compare in terms of size of numbers on the scale and ease of reading them? I never cared for the pinkish red on white background of those Lexan scales...just something about the contrast makes it hard for me to read.

[@bentswoodworking]

I find the TSO to be the easiest to read by far.

[@B.A.Bassangler]

Been watching a few...another Masterclass lesson, just sub'd. Maybe next, a video on how to remember where tools in covered drawers and cabinets are, lol. I gave up and went "open space concept".

[@bentswoodworking]

Thanks for the sub!

[@jasonm.7358]

Ah, with three choices it often comes across as Goldilocks. Nice review and discussion of the features of all 3 systems.

[@bentswoodworking]

Glad you found it helpful

[@misterm7086]

Hi. Thanks for the onformative video. I recently purchased (on OfferUp) the Makita Track Saw system. My question: I'm looking into the TSO parallel guide system. They offer a 20" inch rail, a 30" rail, and a combo set of 30"/50" rail ($100 more than the 30" set). In my spare time, I enjoy building small furniture for family and friends (book cases, shelves, tables, etc. in my side-of-the-garage shop. In your opinion, which rail size would you recommend? Thanks again!

[@ronboe6325]

When I was looking the TSO product was not on my radar and Woodpeckers - dang, too expensive for me. So I went with Seneca (I have some of their Domino tools too). Then I discovered TSO and ended up with both of their guide rail squares. Then I saw a video on their parallel guides and like you my eyes got real wide with what they could do and how easy they were to use - so I bought them too. I don't use the measuring system on either - I measure on the material and set the stops from that. If they didn't have any marks on them it wouldn't slow me down.

[@bentswoodworking]

They are all good options. TSO is definitely my favorite

[@jshanab42]

Love this video, Very helpful. But when I got out the calculator, for the same capability 2 sets of stops, out to 55 and 1 set of heads, TSO is the most expensive, by $100!

[@maurell-webb820]

I have the TSO set. I use them with PowerTech track and a Wen track saw. I haven’t made a lot of cuts but so far I think I’m “on the right track”. Sorry couldn’t pass that one up.

[@bentswoodworking]

I see what you did there 🤣

[@peej5903]

Great video! If I remember correctly you have the benchdogs fence system for your MFT table. Was any consideration made for their parallel guides as well for the review or maybe just for personal use?

[@bentswoodworking]

I would have liked to have them for the video but wasn’t able too this time. In the future maybe

[@stevestofiel3521]

👍 this style of video

[@bentswoodworking]

Good to hear.

[@JaySellers]

Great review. I have the Bosch saw. I have yet to find a set of guides that work with it since the Bosch track lacks a rear mounting point. I'm resorting to removing the adapter that allows the saw to ride on a Festool track and springing for all new tracks along with the TSO parallel guides. I'll get the LR32 system so I’ll need the tracks with holes anyway.

[@bentswoodworking]

If you’re going with the LR32 I would definitely go that route

[@JaySellers]

@@bentswoodworking thanks for the feedback

[@hansangb]

Very thorough, thank you. I'm thinking of adding Makita saw with Festool track for use with TSO. I love the DeWalt track saw, but there aren't too many accessories. What to do, what to do! 😁

[@bentswoodworking]

Time to upgrade!

[@hansangb]

@@bentswoodworking SOP! LOL

[@albertwang3667]

I’d love to hear more about metric vs “standard” and how you work primarily with metric while living in the US. Thanks!

[@bentswoodworking]

I have a video discussing that

[@hansangb]

If you're making your own stuff, you just use mm instead of inches. But if you're following a design, then you just switch back. Anyone who says imperial is easier is delusional. It's factually not true. However, if you're not used to metric, it's VERY hard to see in your minds how how long or big something is. In the military, we all use metric (except for jets, which uses knots and feets the world over, odd that one) So everyone in the military (well Infantry, anyway) knows how far 5 klicks (km) is instantly.

[@grumpywiseguy5992]

@@hansangb I find that when doing cabinetry based on lumber that is measured imperially, it is easier to stick with imperial, especially at my age (71). However I grew up working on motorcycles that are all metric, except of course H-D engines. I prefer metric on smaller items. But I have two problems with metric. Most measurement tools including woodpeckers make it very difficult to see a between millimetre markings. I can pick my resolution with imperial measurement tools. Secondly, like you said, trying to visualize a 1236 mm long something is almost impossible for me after all these years. 12mm, I get that. So I have both sets of tools and pretty soon both complete sets of measurement tools. I prefer black markings on a yellow background for my eyes. Next would be black on gray/metal. Last is white on red. The white tends to blur into the red for me and I just can't see the divisions of milimeter clearly enough. And in cabinetry work, a couple of millimeters off and you are screwed.

[@lespaul8787]

Thanks for the video. I bought the parallels guides as well as the GRS-16 PE partially based on this video. Question - maybe I’m a fussy pants but my GRS 16-PE is quite a bit lighter blue than the parallel guides and it’s really driving me nuts for such an expensive product to not match like that. Is that a thing with TSO that their various products don’t color match? Wish I could unsee it but it’s so obvious…

[@IHEUKWU]

Festool also offers their brand of parallel guides. Did you ever look at these and how they compare with these aftermarket versions?

[@stfutruck68]

The TSO does not come ready out of the box. You need to purchase an extra connector for each side. Also the star knobs are extra as well.

[@JayJay-sg7zl]

I'm looking for one comparable with milwaukee . Any recommendations?

[@cygnusa3772]

All of these are far superior to the Festool guides. i hate using mine.

[@HarveyJohnWillmott]

Why?