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I have a BF 7-41 and had an opportunity to look at the new Knapp machine
several times (Laguna Tools is not far from our home).

The Knapp machine appears to be a first rate product, with some advantages
over the Felder:
1. The Knapp is built with heavier materials, at least on the frame and
sliding table components that are visible from the outside.
2. The handwheels operate more smoothly, although this may not be an
entirely fair comparison since my machine has been used and has dust on the
mechanisms, and the Knapp was unused.
3. The sliding table is a little smoother. Not a big deal at all IMHO.
There are, I am sure, lots of other more significant items that I have not
covered, yet I'm not sure one can garner those details w/o cutting some
wood.

There is one area where I perceive a tremendous plus for Felder: Factory
support in the US. There is probably nothing more frustrating than paying
big money for a machine like this and then not getting competent support
when something goes wrong. Nothing against Laguna Tools, perhaps they do a
great job supporting these machines, but I have first hand experience with
Felder and Felder US does goes the extra mile for their customers. Felder
has US based people who are very familiar with the machine and can talk you
through issues right on the phone. They also have a good catalogs to help
with accessories and tooling (where the real money is spent!).

That is my 2 cents!