I need a mitre saw for home projects (a newbie at best, I'd like to
finish out my basement) and went to home depot to get one. The guy
there swore by DeWalt (which was my original choice since I have other
DeWalt tools - drill, sander), showed me a 10" saw for $200 and gave
me some food for thought.
I went back 2 days later to look at nail guns and saws again, and a
different guy went on and on about the Rigid 10" saw - competitor to
DeWalts. Both are around $200.
What should I get? 2 so called "pros" recommend 2 different saws. I'm
inclined to get the Dewalt because it seems to be more adjustable
(keeping it level) and because it matches my other tools. But the
Rigid has a lifetime warranty (what is DeWalts?) and I do have some
screwdrives etc made by them that I love.
ANY and ALL advice is welcome. I expect the "do what you think is
best' type comments, but I really do need so expert advice and
opinions on this.
Thanks!
AP
I have a Dewalt dual-bevel 12" compound miter saw and it is awesome. It was
calibrated exactly right out of the box and I haven't had to screw with it
in the year I've had it.
Mike
"ap" <[email protected]> wrote in message
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> I need a mitre saw for home projects (a newbie at best, I'd like to
> finish out my basement) and went to home depot to get one. The guy
> there swore by DeWalt (which was my original choice since I have other
> DeWalt tools - drill, sander), showed me a 10" saw for $200 and gave
> me some food for thought.
>
> I went back 2 days later to look at nail guns and saws again, and a
> different guy went on and on about the Rigid 10" saw - competitor to
> DeWalts. Both are around $200.
>
> What should I get? 2 so called "pros" recommend 2 different saws. I'm
> inclined to get the Dewalt because it seems to be more adjustable
> (keeping it level) and because it matches my other tools. But the
> Rigid has a lifetime warranty (what is DeWalts?) and I do have some
> screwdrives etc made by them that I love.
>
> ANY and ALL advice is welcome. I expect the "do what you think is
> best' type comments, but I really do need so expert advice and
> opinions on this.
>
> Thanks!
>
> AP
[email protected] (ap) wrote in message news:<[email protected]>...
> I need a mitre saw for home projects (a newbie at best, I'd like to
> finish out my basement) and went to home depot to get one. The guy
> there swore by DeWalt (which was my original choice since I have other
> DeWalt tools - drill, sander), showed me a 10" saw for $200 and gave
> me some food for thought.
>
> I went back 2 days later to look at nail guns and saws again, and a
> different guy went on and on about the Rigid 10" saw - competitor to
> DeWalts. Both are around $200.
I'm speaking only for myself, and your situation will be different. I
have a Ridgid CMS (made by the old manufacturer--I got it about 2
years ago) and I've been completely happy with it. I use it for light
duty stuff. It took me about 5 minutes out of the box to set it up,
and it was bang on accurate. The only thing I don't care for much is
the horizontal "D" handle--seems like vertical would have been a
better choice, but whatever.
I've also used a DeWalt--but the 12" sliding CMS, not the one you're
referring to.
I always thought the Rigids were cheaper, but if they're the same
price--hey, I'd probably go for the DeWalt instead.
Jim
I have the 10" DeWalt mitre saw and I could not be happier with it. All I had
to do was just pull it out of the box, plug it in, and go to work. No
calibrating, no setup required. It's a great saw. I really don't know anything
about the Rigid though, so I really can't comment on which is better. All I
know is that you can't go wrong with the DeWalt.
"ap" <[email protected]> wrote in message
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> I need a mitre saw for home projects (a newbie at best, I'd like to
> finish out my basement) and went to home depot to get one. The guy
> there swore by DeWalt (which was my original choice since I have other
> DeWalt tools - drill, sander), showed me a 10" saw for $200 and gave
> me some food for thought.
>
> I went back 2 days later to look at nail guns and saws again, and a
> different guy went on and on about the Rigid 10" saw - competitor to
> DeWalts. Both are around $200.
>
> What should I get? 2 so called "pros" recommend 2 different saws.
Stop right there. 99% of Home Depot employees are not pros and their advice
should be taken with a grain of salt. A salt lick is more like it.
> inclined to get the Dewalt because it seems to be more adjustable
> (keeping it level) and because it matches my other tools. But the
> Rigid has a lifetime warranty (what is DeWalts?) and I do have some
> screwdrives etc made by them that I love.
>
Look closer at that lifetime warranty. It isn't what you think.
I would go for the Dewalt especially if the prices are the same.
I don't however own the saw, I am just a believer in Dewalt and Porter
Cable.
My $.02
Frank
FWIW I am not sure about the DeWalt 10" miter saw but the main reason I
purchased my 12" was because of the vernier at the setting knob. The vernier
makes odd angles a much easier proposition. Also the vernier is adjustable
so that you can calibrate the saw. The only problem I have ever hda with
mine was the saw blade it came with the original saw blade was fairly coares
and it kicked a small piece out of my hand and bent the fence. I realize it
was probably my fault but I noticed that the new ones came with many more
teeth. I have had it for 7 years and make my living with my tools: I still
love it.
"Mark" <[email protected]> wrote in message
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>
>
> ap wrote:
>
> > wow... so most are in favor of DeWalt... i suppose that answers my
> > question. thanks folks for the advice.
> >
>
>
> I sort of like my Porter Cable 12". I've used other saws though not as
> extensively as this one.
>
> Thing is, after a thousand or so cuts, from tiny pieces to framing
> lumber to 4x6es (without needing tricks) it's tighter than both the
> Ridgid or DeWalt on display in the BORG.
>
> Plus it has a better indexing system than any of the others. The DeWalts
> close but the PC uses a plate where the DW uses sheet metal.
>
>
>
>
> --
>
> Mark
>
> N.E. Ohio
>
>
> Never argue with a fool, a bystander can't tell you apart. (S. Clemens,
> A.K.A. Mark Twain)
>
> When in doubt hit the throttle. It may not help but it sure ends the
> suspense. (Gaz, r.moto)
>
"ap" <[email protected]> wrote in message
> I went back 2 days later to look at nail guns and saws again, and a
> different guy went on and on about the Rigid 10" saw - competitor to
> DeWalts. Both are around $200.
>
DeWalt, hands down.
If the Ridgid was $100 less, I'd say "maybe", but at the same price, no
contest. DW has a reputation as being one of the best. I have the 12" and
the blade is good and the accuracy right out of the box perfect.
Ed
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http://pages.cthome.net/edhome
ap wrote:
> wow... so most are in favor of DeWalt... i suppose that answers my
> question. thanks folks for the advice.
>
I sort of like my Porter Cable 12". I've used other saws though not as
extensively as this one.
Thing is, after a thousand or so cuts, from tiny pieces to framing
lumber to 4x6es (without needing tricks) it's tighter than both the
Ridgid or DeWalt on display in the BORG.
Plus it has a better indexing system than any of the others. The DeWalts
close but the PC uses a plate where the DW uses sheet metal.
--
Mark
N.E. Ohio
Never argue with a fool, a bystander can't tell you apart. (S. Clemens,
A.K.A. Mark Twain)
When in doubt hit the throttle. It may not help but it sure ends the
suspense. (Gaz, r.moto)