Is this a good all around home owner saw for various projects. Is a mitre saw better?
1706505
Two totally different saws. Using a straight edge and a circular saw works but is a major PITA. I believe the heart to any home work shop is a table saw and my miter saw. Figure out how to own both and you will never regret the purchase. Let your wife read this post!
1706506
A miter saw is probably the better bet if you're buying one or the other. A miter saw makes cuts that are more commonly needed by the average home owner.
1706507
A sliding miter saw plus a circular saw (with a long straight edge guide) will do almost everything that a homeowner needs. I used that combination of tools for many years before purchasing this saw.
1098750
The saw is not cheaply made by any measure. As for the cost, it is way overpriced, but has features that no other miter saw does - you get what you pay for, and Festool's are the best. As for the angle finder, I have the Bosch level/angle finder, and it works well, well built, and does multiple jobs.
211802
This would be a good saw for that type cutting..it's very easy to use and I really like the ease to adjust the saw
1868625
I mainly use my rail saw for cutting plywood. It is far superior for that. You can, with a little ingenuity, perform most table saw functions with it. No dado work. Narrow and short rip cuts are more difficult. Taper cuts are real easy. If I was short on space, it would be a great choice.
174720
I have other brands and sizes of miter saws that I use for general carpentry work. I purchased this Bosch 8.5 in. saw because in my opinion it is the Cadillac of miter saws. It has a range of cutting 12 in. wide boards at 90 degrees and 8 in. boards at 45 degrees. Very reasonably priced for what it will do. Has carrying handle and is very portable. I don't think you can go wrong with this saw. I have been very pleased with it.
827565
I agree with Gordon...the saw I purchased went together perfect and the performance was as well. Only thing I can think of is that it was damaged at manufacture or while being shipped. What size tile are you working with and how far out is the cut?. You might call Bosch and see what info they have for you. I am very pleased with the saw, it is built very well..only thing I thought was unnecessary is the plastic splatter guards, useless and only get in the way.Also....for those of you who don't like the available stands for this saw I have an option. I also purchased the Bosch Easy Up and with some inistrute, metric bolts made one killer saw/ stand combo. I agree with Gordon...the saw I purchased went together perfect and the performance was as well. Only thing I can think of is that it was damaged at manufacture or while being shipped. What size tile are you working with and how far out is the cut?. You might call Bosch and see what info they have for you. I am very pleased with the saw, it is built very well..only thing I thought was unnecessary is the plastic splatter guards, useless and only get in the way.Also....for those of you who don't like the available stands for this saw I have an option. I also purchased... » Read More I agree with Gordon...the saw I purchased went together perfect and the performance was as well. Only thing I can think of is that it was damaged at manufacture or while being shipped. What size tile are you working with and how far out is the cut?. You might call Bosch and see what info they have for you. I am very pleased with the saw, it is built very well..only thing I thought was unnecessary is the plastic splatter guards, useless and only get in the way.Also....for those of you who don't like the available stands for this saw I have an option. I also purchased the Bosch Easy Up and with some inistrute, metric bolts made one killer saw/ stand combo. « Show Less
1953758
Looked through my book and couldn't find the info you wanted. I can say this , it has worked perfectly for me the motor is a soft start which is nice, I have a 8 inch router that is no problem for the saw. It also has a very well designed safety system. I know some would discard this first thing. The one thing to remember is this is a light weight contractor saw.
2227362
I can't comment on the second saw but can tell you the 744XRS was easy to set up. It is a wonderful saw. I am not a professional, just a weekend hack. But I have made several really nice pieces of furniture with it and rebuilt a 20x35 cottage deck with no problems. Next to my Orvis fly rod, it's my favorite you. I'm not a big guy but find it very portable.
1997377
I would say definitely yes! This saw makes very fine cuts and is versatile. I love it. I recently cut and installed dowle. It did a great job ...nice and smooth.
1681018
i am probably not the one to ask about this saw. i really don't care for it and have since purchased an alternate unit. my problem with saw is different from yours, but still ends in the same result of an unsatisfied customer. good luck
540390
Sorry, for the late answer. I don't can help you. I sold the saw. Because the saw was not what I want. The Tracks are not really good. When you need the saw for business, the saw is not good enough. I buy a different brand, and I'm happy. But off course the new saw was more than the on double price. For hobby is this a good saw for a good price, but not for more.
390308
I'd say the Dewalt is really a decent saw and would benefit from this miter. I don't think it'd be overkill.
1927613
If I had the option of a free Ryobi or pay for a Dewalt, I'd write the check. The Ryobi is an ok first saw (it was mine and I had nothing to compare) but will soon fall short for all but the newest woodworker. The Dewalt has a riving knife where the Ryobi uses a splitter mounted to the back of the table and is impossible to use on non thru cuts. Its in the way most of the time and usually get thrown to the side making it imposible to use the guard. The Dewalt is a safer saw for that reason in my opinion. After a little use, the fence became loose on the Ryobi making it inaccurate and somewhat prone to kickback. I use a cabinet saw now but if I were in the market for a new benchtop saw, and these were my only two options, I'd go with the Dewalt.
832666
I use this saw every day, top of the line, seems to me when first started using the slide feature was a little tight when making cuts, but was not an issue for me. Its been several months and the saw slides really smooth, no play that I can tell, just took some use to break in. If you buy this get a better blade if doing any finish work 80 tooth is good, the stock blade I use for cutting framing and treated lumber.
256827
I don't know. It's a good solid saw, though. I used it to make all the cut for a front end load I built and it work very well. Miter is accurate and it cuts very nicely. I did run though two blades, but I have no complaints at all about the quality or functionality of the saw.
13026
This has been a great saw I think this is good for most wood and really more depends on the actual blade you use I have used it on 3" inch thick counter tops, cutting tile, concrete, think ply wood, kitchen cabinets So it really depends on the blade you use as there is a blade for different materials But the actual saw itself is excellent and does a great job - even the laser light helps with lines Highly recommended!
1409438
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder ;). While I personally haven't used the Hitachi, a lot of people appreciate the features on this saw that are not found on other Miter saws. Some of these include enhanced dust collection (with a dust collector of course), flush mounting against the wall (rail forward design), and dual lasers for cut indications on both sides of the blade. You need to decide what is important to you and what value you put on the unique features.