Great high quality saw
358392
Love hitachi and love this saw. Trimmed 3 houses from top to bottom and the saw is still running highly recommend
2343581
I've used the saw a couple of times and am happy with it so far.  Cuts through 2x4's and 2x6's like a hot knife through butter!
2753452
Very happy with this saw. It starts quickly and runs perfectly, even when hot. Although it is very lightweight it
is powerful and can tackle big jobs, I use it to cut all the wood for heating two households. One of the nicer features
is quick access to the air filter which can be cleaned repeatedly without destroying it. I've cut all my wood for years
and this is the best chainsaw yet.
3665713
So far this is a 5 star saw for what I use it for.
I haven't used it a ton yet but each cut has been very accurate and very clean.  It's going to save me a ton of time since I don't have to grind each cut.  It is also very efficient because it cuts so straight without deflection.
I will end up adding a further review here:
http://campbellmetalworks.blogspot.com/2015/06/new-evolution-rage-saw-for-shop.html
1761026
I am just a 'shade tree wood worker' but this saw is great.  I had originally planed on buying the smaller DWE7480 as I have a small garage.  I did not buy this through Amazon but through Lowe's, get the military discount and tax free.  I ended up walking out with this one instead and i am so glad I did.  First right out of the box it was squared. I figured I would have to do a bit of tweeking here and there, I threw my machinist squares on the table and everything was very precise and right on the money. Second I did buy a 40 tooth blade, it went on with out a hassle.  The storage of all the tools is great.  I built a organizer for a buddy in one day and the saw went through the plywood and 2x4s like they were butter.  I added the dado blade and had no problems cutting out the grooves for the shelves.  It folds up in about 30 seconds.  Love this saw.  The only con I have was the instructions were a  little on the lesser side but can be figured out.
1977210
Been using this saw for a month & have not been disappointed. It cuts anything from plywood, MDF, pressure treated, 4x4's, 2x10's, basically it's become my go to saw on the job site. Buy a 40 tooth diablo blade & you will really appreciate what this saw is capable of. The new Makita 4.0 ah batteries are also a sound investment to get the most out of it.
3849892
This saw cuts through oak and pine branches quickly with relatively little effort compared to other (non-silky) hand saws I've used.  I've used this saw for limbing as well as cutting down small trees when clearing brush and am favorably impressed.  It comes with a high quality sheath that is useful considering how sharp the blade is.  It has a thin 1.55mm blade that cuts on the pull stroke.  Apply only minimum or no downward pressure on the push stroke and you will be amazed out how well this saw cuts.
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2708632
This is a great saw, we moved to Hawaii and I needed a new saw.  I couldn't think of a better saw to buy than this one
3466628
Great saw.  Laser is bright, platform is solid, saw is powerful enough to easily cut 4x6's, 2x12s, and slices of inch-thick plywood.  Doesn't even slow down when chopping 4x6s.  Cuts are accurate, and the blade that came with it cuts clean.

The only (minor) issue I've had is cutting 2x12s requires flipping the wood over because the blade isn't wide enough to get it in one slice.  Most people won't find this to be a problem, but if you're framing a floor or something and are cutting a lot of 2x12s you will want a bigger blade.
3330549
Totally awesome saw. Cuts like a dream. The blade mount/ tension is a little fiddly (different from most other saws), but it still works.
I use this for various tree cutting, but i also use it to mill down larger wood before bringing it into the shop for resawing.
4277816
This is a really great saw.  I've used it for plywood with a finish blade, treated lumber with a standard blade and even aluminum with a metal cutting blade.  Easy to use, reliable, and solid.  I have an old craftsman that I use for ... other projects.  No comparison whatever.
If I had to replace this saw, I'd get another just like it.
2769755
Disclaimer: I'm not a professional, just a weekend warrior. I've only owned this saw for about a month so far but I have used it to cut some 2x4's and cement board. I was impressed with the ease at which the saw ripped through the cement board. I definitely agree with DeWalt's claims that it has the same power as a corded tool. The battery is HUGE and does add a good bit of weight to the saw, but overall it's very comparable to the older generation of 15-amp corded saws. The ergonomics are excellent as it is very easy and comfortable making cuts in various positions. The initial quality of the tool is superb. If you are on the fence of whether to buy a corded saw, 20V saw, or this new 60V saw, I definitely recommend the 60V!
2088045
I got the optional fence and I have been resawing some 1x4 pine.  It makes great cuts and the motor is plenty powerful to handle the load.  Setup was easy except for the stand but it is not hard just tedious because of all the nuts and bolts.  Overall this is a great buy and Delta knows how to make woodworking machines.
3430200
This thing is an awesome machine. You can do a TON of work with it in a short time and it is comfortable enough to use for long periods of time. Don't forget to buy a saw blade!
1257948
This is a very nice saw. Prior to this I used a low dollar Craftsman plastic body saw I purchased 31 years ago. That saw still worked, so I have to give it credit, but is was nothing compared to this saw. The Craftsman saw had a stamped steel base with rounded edges which I bent about 15 years ago causing the saw to wobble and resulting in less that square cuts. This saw has a solid base with squared edges. It hugs my straight-edge and the results look like I used a table saw. That saw required me to wedge a piece of wood into the blade so that I could loosen the collet. THis one has a shaft lock. This saw has a work light which is awesome on those situations where it is getting late and you have just a few more cuts to make. This saw just feels solid and balanced in your hands. The only thing I would count off for is the spare blade holder in the case. While you can fit several blades in the space provided, you will be lucky if you can get the door to remain closed with the weight of just a single blade. Oh well, I'll just store the blades elsewhere. It's not enough to deduct a star.
4952231
This saw is one of the main workhorses in my shop and I use it almost everyday. The quality and accuracy of the cuts produced are great and the saw seems to have plenty of power.

The XPS System is actually something that seemed like a bit of a gimmick when i initially bought it but it's now one of my favorite features. This system is the most accurate i have ever seen and really shows you exactly where the blade will cut as well as the exact thickness of the material it will remove. It does work a lot better indoors but the light is bright enough that the shadow can still be seen when used outside.

Now for the parts I don't like. The main thing that bothers me is the way they dust collection is designed. The saw itself extends pretty far back and if you are trying to use this with the dust bag attached then it has to be a few feet away from the nearest wall. This might not be an issue for some but in a small shop where space counts it makes a difference.

The other downside of this saw is, as many others have already pointed out, the slides. While they do still work fairly well they are not as smooth as they could be. This hasn't really been a huge problem for me to date but it's something that could be improved upon by DeWalt.

All in all this is a great saw and you won't be disappointed with its performance.
855125
Awesome reciprocating saw. Chews through material like hot knife through butter. Cut off rusted sturdy bolts anchored in cement without a struggle.  Great feel of the handle; sturdy construction.  Do the research, and you will come back to this one!