Is this a left or right handed saw. I am right handed. Is the blade on the left or right? Thanks.
1317573
Blade's on the right side. If you are right handed you will have plenty of saw dust in your face using a left handed saw. The worst part is the danger of dropping the saw to your side after a cut is finished. A left handed saw puts the blade close to your leg as you drop the saw and increases the risk of cutting your leg. We had this happen at work by a skilled user trying to use a lefty's saw. Changing something that he was simply accustomed to begged an accident and he found it one miserable day and did serious damage to his leg. It was ugly! Use right side blade for right-hand, left side for lefty when possible. If your situation requires something different you should determine to use extra caution until finished.
1317574
Its right handed.....blade is on the right. I'm also right handed and it works perfect.
1317575
Hi, blade on the PC is on the right. Only company that had one on the left was Dewalt, an option but you paid dearly for it.
1317576
Right-handed as well. Blade is to the right of the grip. I'd never thought about them being sided, however now that you say it I would prefer to have the blade on the inside for better visibility for starting cuts. That said, the saw is a breeze to use. Very glad I purchased it.
587684
The blade is universal, therefore, it could be used by left or right handed.
296733
If both blades swing to the left you will want to buy A for both sides. If your right blade swings right get B for the right side and A for the left.
1179994
I think left-handed users will like it. I'm righty but switch hands with it - it's NOT lightweight. Not heavy either I'd say, but 20 mins. is a lot to hold it in one hand. If you look at the 3rd photo on the Amazon listing, you'll see the "model" is using the trimmer left-handed. It changes how you'll approach what you 're cutting. Look at the pic and you can imagine how holding it right-handed would change the orientation. How the string guard mounts causes this.There is an ambidextrous thumb-operated safety, and the head swivels either way. The 2nd photo shows the trimmer as an edger - left-handed too. I think left-handed users will like it. I'm righty but switch hands with it - it's NOT lightweight. Not heavy either I'd say, but 20 mins. is a lot to hold it in one hand. If you look at the 3rd photo on the Amazon listing, you'll see the "model" is using the trimmer left-handed. It changes how you'll approach what you 're cutting. Look at the pic and you can imagine how holding it right-handed would change the orientation. How the string guard mounts causes this.There is an ambidextrous thumb-operated safety, and the head swivels either way. The 2nd photo... » Read More I think left-handed users will like it. I'm righty but switch hands with it - it's NOT lightweight. Not heavy either I'd say, but 20 mins. is a lot to hold it in one hand. If you look at the 3rd photo on the Amazon listing, you'll see the "model" is using the trimmer left-handed. It changes how you'll approach what you 're cutting. Look at the pic and you can imagine how holding it right-handed would change the orientation. How the string guard mounts causes this.There is an ambidextrous thumb-operated safety, and the head swivels either way. The 2nd photo shows the trimmer as an edger - left-handed too. « Show Less
983477
yes, I am left handed. that is why I buy this style. It can be use with either hand
728005
The handle is located over the motor to give better balance and is made for a right handed person as the additional pictures show. The blade is to the right of the handle so when you are operating the saw the cutoff portion of the work is to the right and the larger portion of the base is on the left. If it were for a left handed person the handle would be on the other side of the saw. Look at the addition pictures and you will see a right handed person operating the saw with his right hand on the handle and operating the trigger with his left hand on the forward portion of the saw for stability. The handle is located over the motor to give better balance and is made for a right handed person as the additional pictures show. The blade is to the right of the handle so when you are operating the saw the cutoff portion of the work is to the right and the larger portion of the base is on the left. If it were for a left handed person the handle would be on the other side of the saw. Look at the addition pictures and you will see a right handed person operating the saw with his right hand on the handle and operating the trigger with his left hand on the forward portion of the saw for... » Read More The handle is located over the motor to give better balance and is made for a right handed person as the additional pictures show. The blade is to the right of the handle so when you are operating the saw the cutoff portion of the work is to the right and the larger portion of the base is on the left. If it were for a left handed person the handle would be on the other side of the saw. Look at the addition pictures and you will see a right handed person operating the saw with his right hand on the handle and operating the trigger with his left hand on the forward portion of the saw for stability. « Show Less
1359666
I'm left handed and I could use it fine...I returned mine because with this model I had to cut my vegetables about 4" long for them to fit in the machine.
1513889
Yes.To be open an in all truth I never notice till I received this question so I brought it out to see for myself an to answer the question again, YES the blade can go to the left or right .
1208098
It is designed like a spatula, so works that way for either. But the straight/cutting edge seems would be best for right handed, not sure if it would be awkward for leftys. it is exactly as the picture depicts. Also, it is a very heavy wt commercial grade feeling tool. I love mine and use it quite often for many things. I was very surprised at the excellent quality. Hope this helps.
728004
The handle is located over the motor to give better balance and is made for a right handed person as the additional pictures show. The blade is to the right of the handle so when you are operating the saw the cutoff portion of the work is to the right and the larger portion of the base is on the left. If it were for a left handed person the handle would be on the other side of the saw. Look at the addition pictures and you will see a right handed person operating the saw with his right hand on the handle and operating the trigger with his left hand on the forward portion of the saw for stability.
565205
my saw is two years old. it does not really turn by hand. you can force it, but not free spin as most saws. mine has always cut excellent right out of the box. professional manufacurer.
2119907
If the saw blade is on the left side, it tilts to the left. (the top of the saw)If you can't make the desired cut by turning the work over or cutting in the opposite direction, you may want a saw with the motor on the left and the blade on the right side. These are generally available in corded and cordless models
425001
The blade is ~5.5" long. I will admit that as a lefty it is difficult to use even though it is a double edge blade....but it does cut well!
138327
tommy's right i just bought the lx it is left handed. It is so far one of the best reels i have purchased for the money. casts nice super lightweight
727880
The blade-tech website only lets you choose right hand, so I'm guessing they don't make a left handed version of this model. http://shop.blade-tech.com/product_info.php?cPath=1_116&products_id=607#.UZsz6rVOSok
1854859
I am left handed also. I use it on my 30-30 Marlin rifle. You can use it on either side of the stock.
1846474
I have mine on the right side and it works just fine. I think they show it as they do because most saws already have an extension table on the right side.