content: I purchased this through Amazon and it came well packed and undamaged, unlike some other reviews I read. Perhaps they changed the packing system. Assembly wasn't too bad however putting the piston on was rather awkward as you have to compress it a little to make it fit. Fence was square to the table which is a must with one of these. I cut 16 3/8" mortises into Oak with relative ease as the large handle gives you plenty of leverage. So far I'm pleased with the tool and like it's rugged construction and large Cast iron table.