How safe is the Merlin?
Merlin is a safe tool when you follow the instructions and How-To tips. We add a major word of caution. If you remove the safety guard and run the saw chain blade, Black Magic fleshing blade or carbide “V” edge green disc, it’s NOT safe! The blades were designed to cut with the teeth on the bottom and exposed left side of the blade. Removing the safety guard exposes the top half of the blade to the fingers when held in the preferred position. Cutting with the top section of the teeth could cause binding and kickback when using any of the above mentioned accessories. Just remember, it’s a miniature chainsaw and mini de-flesher operating at high rpm’s. Used correctly, it’s an incredible tool. Don’t let Merlin’s small size lull you into a false sense of security. Merlin is a serious power tool – like a Dremel tool on steroids – perfect for the taxidermy industry.
