I'd used a skill 77 everyday for 30 years. Now just looking for a garage saw. Hoping to find something a little lighter and easier to use. Is this it?
1042312
if you looking for the best lighter saw try dewalt dwe575sb one of the best one out there!!!!
1042313
This is a great saw, a real workhorse. I am not familiar with the Skill77, but if your only consideration is weight, maybe you would be better off with a lighter cheaper option. I personally did not think this saw was heavy; it was about the same as my old Millers Falls 6 3/4 inch and way more comfortable and efficient. I wish I had a left hand blade years ago.
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well, unfortunately, i dunno the difference between the two. i own the 70711. it's been great except for the included blade, prolly should have gotten a new/better one at the start and leave the included one as spare. The only real complaint i have is the rotating table, and the 0 point on it is not equivalent between a rotation to the right and the rotation to the left. I had to learn where the 0 was when i turned it. This is a simple and efficient tool for cutting some items for small jobs. If you need "exacting" quality, i would look elsewhere. GREAT for the price. Would imagine a slightly "newer" model might be better? Sorry, cannot comment on the 70716.
1915154
I agree with high speed good blade for clean cut. I like thin kerf marathon blade. It's a question with many variables...I'm a cabinet maker/finish carpenter. Maybe a little more torque for heavy beam cuts could be nice. But my Skil saw keeps me happy everywhere I go...
1807028
I am a 75 year old female. I love the electric saw; it is easy to start and light weight for handling. Cuts clean and no hesitation, no bogging down. I always look forward to using it with ease.
356201
While this unit is light and easy to hold, I question it as a continuous useage saw. The motor windings remind me of that first Cho Cho train I got as a kid 1955. The laquer coating on the armature might not last. Try it . It may work out for you.
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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.
386297
I compared all of them. I did not care for the saw on the side. Grandson likes tools not woodworking. That was the big difference I noticed. I looked on eBay also but this was the best.
2174937
I will check in the morning when I go to the work site I have the Makita at. I do remember it is very easy to use and the best of many saw I have owned it is pleasure to use and runs so smooth.
764718
Hey Sammy ! I myself was very confused on description ? If it reads LT on the box then that would reflect the lighter weight 11.5 around there , This saw is pretty nice and plenty of power compared to my first boat anchor back in the day, much lighter than the current mag , Great saw so far.Inman
1600267
I just went out to the shop and cut a 3/4 inch MDF board using the Makita SHO1W with a Makita 20 tooth blade. It was cutting about 3 feet per minute. In my opinion, it would be suitable for a few short cuts but not many long cuts.
327359
yes, I have. Just go a bit slower. I still prefer a table saw for fine work and use this saw for jobs i can not bring to the saw.
264901
My saw is brand new. I read specific ads noting rebuilt units. Porter-Cable has always been a "gold standard" in my 45 years of construction.
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.
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.
1915153
The expectations you bring to the question will be your best guide. For me the stability, control, accuracy of cut and "feel" are what keeps me very satisfied with my Mag 77(and now with the LT version). Finer cut? More teeth and less set on the teeth. Power? The 77 has no equal for me- and the clutch feature tops it off nicely. But my son's Bosch sidewinder is good and I use a Makita sidewinder with no great sacrifice. Try different models-if possible- before you decide. I don't believe there is one clear answer to your inquiry. Pay your money and take your choice!
1830131
Sorry to hear that. I have done over 300 hundred 243 rounds and about the 50 of 30-06 and it is still going. I think you got one that was bad from factory.I would call or write Frankford Arsenal. I use my concrete garage floor to strike the tool. Wood is to soft. If you have a anvil, this is great. Good Luck
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In my opinion it is as accurate as the person using it. If you need perfect cuts then you should probably use this one for rough cuts and a table saw for precision. If you are making plywood cabinets for the garage this one probably will work well enough as long as the operator uses care. It can make pretty accurate cuts using a clamp down fence which is also available on http://amazon.com. Kreg KMA2675 Kreg Rip-Cut and/or E. Emerson Tool Co. C50 50-Inch All-In-One Contractor Straight Edge Clamping Tool Guide