Best power saws according to redditors

We found 535 Reddit comments discussing the best power saws. We ranked the 260 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.

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Power circular saws
Power jig saws
Power miter saws
Power reciprocating saws
Table saws
Power metal-cutting & chop saws
Power scroll saws

Top Reddit comments about Power Saws:

u/soonerborn23 · 18 pointsr/HomeImprovement

depends on what diy goals you have in mind. What I find myself using 80+% of the time when I am doing home diy stuff is some combo of the following.....

u/comosaywhat · 12 pointsr/Tools

A = 24 1/2"

B = 20 1/4"

C = 39"

D = 26"

A and B were hard to measure and eyeballed but I would say within 1".

There is an answer on the Amazon review with slightly different measurements: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00F2CGXGG/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

u/anopheles0 · 11 pointsr/DIY

I bought a Hitachi compound miter saw from a local big box hardware store. It doesn't cost a lot more, and it's taken everything I've thrown at it with no issues at all... It's light but solid, and powerful enough to handle hardwood and 4x4s without bogging down.

u/haroldp · 10 pointsr/DIY

I have the same saw. It's $120 from amazon. http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000V5Z6RG

u/brittabear · 10 pointsr/DIY

If her cuts are all straight, something like a sliding compound mitre saw might be a better (and quicker) option. Something like This

u/deloso · 9 pointsr/BeginnerWoodWorking

Here are the basics, I will edit if I think of any more essential tools, but you can go an awfully long way with these.

Hand Tools:

  • Hand saw- I prefer Japanese style pull saws, meaning they cut on the pull stroke. My go to utility saw is a Vaughn bear saw, which is a robust package, with several types of interchangeable blades. There are countless types of saws, for different uses, but a fine toothed Japanese saw will get you by for most things.

  • Combination square- A sliding ruler square, perfect for marking and layout. you will also want a speed square eventually, so you might as well get one.

  • Tape measure- Start with a basic 25' tape, and get more as needed.

  • Basic chisel set- Most of the entry grade chisels are pretty much the same, this Irwin set is a pretty good buy. to start with a set of 1/4", 1/2", and 1" are all you really need, but you can never have enough chisels.

  • Block plane- A low angle block plane will get you a long ways breaking corners and trimming pieces. Stanley makes a great, affordable, option. As time goes by you will need a jack plane, but a block plane will do for now.

  • Sharpening equipment- A fine diamond stone like this will get you a long way keeping your chisels and plane sharp. You should do research into sharpening methods as you use your tools more, and build a system that fits you.

  • Hammer- A cheap smooth face hammer. Build a wooden mallet as a starter project.

  • Clamps- You always need more clamps. Big clamps. Small clamps. Weird clamps. I like bar clamps. Harbour Freight has good deals on fair clamps, but don't expect too much out of them. To start with get a couple with ~8" throat, and a couple with ~18" throat.

    Power Tools:

  • Cordless drill- If you're willing to spend the money for a good, reliable, tool I recommend Makita, but a Ryobi or Rigid will serve you well if you're just working on small projects. Everyone has their favourite cordless tool brand, and, for the most part, it really is just preference. I highly recommend adding an impact driver and circular saw to whichever system you choose.

  • Circular Saw- If you want to work with plywood or larger sticks, you will want a circular saw, which is the most basic power saw. Most of the major tool companies make fine starter saws, Skil is the original, and is quite cheap, but there are plenty of others, browse a store and see what takes your fancy.

  • Jig saw- A jig saw is used for cutting curves, and you will eventually need it if you build enough things. I prefer Bosch but there are cheaper options. See what feels right to you.

  • Miter saw- You don't need this right away, but if you start doing more projects you will want one. I recommend going right to a sliding compound miter saw, like this Dewalt. You will never need more miter saw than that, and if you get a small one you will eventually end up buying a the real deal.

  • Table saw- Again, you don't need this right away, but eventually you will feel you need the precision and ease that a table saw brings. The Rigid portable table saw is a great saw if you're working in tight quarters and need to pack up, but you'll appreciate the appreciate the stability of a cast iron topped cabinet saw if you have the cash and space for it.

    Misc:

  • Drill bits- Get a cheap twist drill set that goes from 1/16" to 1/2" and a basic spade bit set. Later you will want a set of forstners and hole saws.

  • Utility knife

  • Driver bits
u/redorangeblue · 8 pointsr/HomeImprovement

Depends on what they own, but I use my jigsaw all the time and it was cheap. I shorten the metal downspout, and have done tons of woodworking. Works well in drywall too. I have the previous version of this one.
BLACK+DECKER BDEJS600C 5.0-Amp Jig Saw https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00OJ72LHK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_eP4aAb0HP1N2T

u/sublime2 · 8 pointsr/DIY

>I have the same saw. It's $120 from amazon. http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000V5Z6RG

Ah, that's no where near the same saw! YOU have a chop saw, he has a "sliding compound miter saw"!
Big difference!

u/BBQLunch · 8 pointsr/Tools

DEWALT DW745 10-Inch Compact Job-Site Table Saw with 20-Inch Max Rip Capacity - 120V https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000HXT2N6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_geUlzbS7H4WS2


I have had this saw for about 4-5 years and I'm continually impressed with its performance. It's small/light enough to be picked up with one arm, yet powerful enough to rip 4x of nearly any material. I strongly recommend it. I had used a Rigid saw before (comparable model) and this saw leaves it in the dust in every category. My 2 cents, good luck on your shopping!

u/BobbyWong · 7 pointsr/Tools

Because the safety guards are shaped differently for cutting and grinding, a cutoff wheel in a bench grinder is potentially deadly. Even if that is really what he wants, please do not get them for him. You might consider getting him a cutoff saw. Here are a couple models that are decent:
https://smile.amazon.com/PORTER-CABLE-PCE700-Amp-Chop-Saw/dp/B00NI2CF28
https://smile.amazon.com/Makita-2414NB-14-Inch-Portable-Cut-Off/dp/B0000223J5

u/TrimT · 7 pointsr/HomeImprovement

A good drill is key. It's silly to stick to one brand (many people have the bs brand loyalty fetish and I'm not sure why). You'll also want to get a variety of drill bits to go with drill. Go to garage sales and start hoarding nails, screws, etc at cheap prices.

My recommendations below are based on at least 5 hours of research and shopping around. There are some things I'd probably add to the list (like a hand saw and dremel) but this takes care of a lot of your big needs. I own everything on the list and am pleased with it all, especially in terms of a performance for value ratio.

The key is know what you want then shop around / wait for the best prices (track prices in spreadsheet). Use google shopping to compare prices and see who price matches plus has best ebates or Ibotta cash back % + consider buying gift cards at a discount on Raise or elsewhere to further maximize savings (or just go with whatever credit card gets best points on particular site). Add Google Chrome app "Honey" to have coupon codes auto applied (eliminates time searching for them).

Also, I'd strongly consider getting a credit card with a decent bonus that will essentially help you get these items for free (assuming you can achieve the bonus spend with money you're already paying on existing bills / monthly purchases - it's a no-brainer in this case) - Chase's Sapphire Preferred is a good place to start ($500 bonus for 4K spend in 3 months)

Consider waiting until Black Friday (and from Jan to end of feb) for the good deals.

Drill (get a decent to really good one - you'll use it often)

u/ethandscott · 7 pointsr/DIY

I feel your pain. This was my first woodworking adventure... Lots of lessons learned. Unfortunately, it looks like they're out of stock.

u/NinjaCoder · 6 pointsr/woodworking

Best, cost be dammned? Festool.

Having said that... the Bosch JS470 is a good compromise between cost, power and features.

Personally, I prefer the "barrel" style, but some folks like the D-handled versions.

u/squired · 6 pointsr/DIY

I hear you, but there is only one way to get that experience. You don't need a workshop either...

You could do it well with:

u/YosemiteThrowaway123 · 6 pointsr/battlestations

Ya I love this guy and this stud finder. Made an amazing doggy door through my wall to the side of the house for a dog potty area, only took a couple days with the right tools.

u/cosmos7 · 6 pointsr/Tools

I would pick up a Hitachi 10" before I ever bought a Ryobi. Not sure it'll last years in a construction environment, but it'll last a damn sight longer than the Ryobi.

u/Brutally-Honest- · 5 pointsr/Tools

The Makita 5007 series saws are workhorses at an affordable price. Used by lots of contractors.

u/tocilog · 5 pointsr/WTF

I think it's This one.

u/stjost · 5 pointsr/woodworking

That's as good of a deal as you're going to get on that WEN. It just dropped to that price for the second time this week and I just bought oe myself. https://camelcamelcamel.com/WEN-3962-Two-Speed-Stand-Worklight/product/B016VD8GAA?active=price_amazon

Someone in this sub posted a quick review last week, too: https://www.reddit.com/r/woodworking/comments/67nna6/wen_3962_bandsaw_initial_setup_and_review/

u/grantd86 · 4 pointsr/HomeImprovement

I'm not a big fan of cordless saws as I feel like they just chew through batteries too quickly and the power is always lacking over their corded counter part. I also find that if using a circular saw or reciprocating saw that portability isn't that big of a factor and that I'm likely to be doing a lot of cutting with both. That said this is what I would start with for under $400. You can then supplement as needed with the tools that you actually need as you need them.

Bosch CLPK234-181L Drill and Impact Driver $205

Makita 5007F 7-1/4-Inch Circular Saw $99

Dewalt DW304PK Reciprocating Saw $79

Angle Grinders, work lights and jig saws can be handy when needed but they don't need to be part of a set in my opinion. A halogen work light will get you a lot further in my opinion.



u/rohanwillanswer · 4 pointsr/woodworking

No worries! Below is a link to a circular saw by Skill (or you can search “circular saw” on amazon. It’s one of the first results and is just over $60). It’s kind of the bread and butter of circular saws. It’s the one everyone has. It’s the one I have (minus the laser)! Good saw and it can be used for a whole lot of stuff. Different tool than what is shown above, however. The posted tool is a planer which helps make boards a uniform thickness.

skill saw

Edit: After reading your comment again, he’s definitely asking for the circular saw; however, if you’re already buying tools and want to buy more tools, a reciprocating saw would work way better for something like cutting through a wall. It’s a good general purpose tool as well (I’d stick with the circular saw if you’re only getting one though).

reciprocating saw

u/Otter_Baron · 3 pointsr/BeginnerWoodWorking

I'm still a bit of a beginner and I've been working with a lot of the tools my dad has along with building my own set of tools and wood stock.

Here's my mid-range/semi-dream version but it's tools I work with every day:

Probably a bit controversial, but consider picking up a radial arm saw. You can find these used fairly easily and with a little TLC they'll be in great working order. These saws can do everything a miter saw can do with a bit more ease in my opinion. My dad has had his Craftsman since the '70s and is running like a champ. You can check out my thread on it here: https://www.reddit.com/r/woodworking/comments/7m0w22/any_radial_arm_saw_love/

I will say, you can't go wrong with a quality miter saw though. Get a dual bevel compound miter saw and there's nothing you can't make. My RAS can do this but requires a bit of set-up and isn't necessarily the most efficient.
Look at Dewalt, Makita, and Rigid for these. They'll be at a higher price point, but a Makita Miter Saw might just outlive you (my dad's Miter saw is older than me and still cutting through just about everything with ease).

As for sanders, I highly recommend picking up a Dewalt random orbit sander. I started with my dad's old makita palm sander but the orbital sander makes leagues of difference both in hand fatigue and speed of sanding.

While I recently picked up an impact driver, you honestly do not need one to start off with. Unless you find a deal on a drill/impact driver combo then skip it until you have a job that'll require a lot of driving.
Another point on this, when you buy a battery operated tool, stick with the brand as much as possible. Every company has their own rechargeable battery pack and mix and matching is a pain in the butt!

For a budget, Ryobi works great. Rigid is a step above that. If you feel like going for a higher quality, I'm a huge proponent of Milwaukee drills, impact drivers, sawzalls, etc. I've been using a Milwaukee M18 drill for awhile now and it hasn't let me down one bit.

Probably the next thing you'll need is clamps. Let me just tell you that you can't ever have enough clamps! Harbor Freight sells these phenomenal bar clamps that are amazing for any budget, really these things are awesome. Paul Sellers has a video on these as well as some improvements that can be made to them, too: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AyKiGmRq3wY
You're also going to want some C clamps. Something sturdy and a cast design. Any time I make a jig for cross cuts or need to hold something to my bench I rely on C clamps or a small set of bar clamps.

Next up, you'll want a good chisel set. I have the four piece Irwin chisel set that comes with three chisels and a mallet and you can't find a better deal for the money. Chisels are great because you can use them to create decorative aspects to a project, flush up an edge, smooth a surface, add a chamfer, etc.

Routers are great, but you really don't need one when you're starting out. Even then, I would say it's worthwhile to get a compact router like a Rigid or Makita for your first one because it's easy to use, you can use it for carving, decorative edges, flush cuts, etc. I have a full sized Porter Cable but I kind of wish I started with a compact router.
The downside of these is that routers can get expensive real quick with the bits and jigs and a table.

If you plan on working with sheet goods, you can't get by without a Skilsaw. I have a Makita Skilsaw that my dad used to basically build the home I grew up in, but I highly recommend going for the Skilsaw brand: https://www.amazon.com/5280-01-15-Amp-4-Inch-Circular-Single/dp/B01BD81BLO/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1518905277&sr=8-2&keywords=skilsaw
That link is for a budget Skilsaw, but if you have the funds a Skilsaw Wormdrive will probably outlive you if you treat it right!

For dust collection, you could for for a Rigid Wet/Dry Vaccuum. These guys are powerhouses and I've used them for dust collection and even dealing with flooded basements. Home Depot has a huge selection of these, I would go for the midrange option. I have a 12 gallon Rigid and it's perfect for everything I need it for. Alternatively, you could also use an electric leaf blower, which is what I started with to blow out my shop, but this isn't too good for the lungs.

Safety glasses, ear protection, and a decent dust mask are all musts. I use a 3M respirator for any sanding or heavy sawing on my RAS. I prefer this over the disposable paper masks because it's a little less stuffy and easier to wear.

Now here's the budget version:

For about $200 you can have a tool kit that'll just about do everything the above tools can do and it might teach some better fundamentals regarding woodworking than if you start withy all power tools:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLrnohP1V87nCxxFaIJwc6PuvlhqThL0c1

That's a video series from YouTuber Wranglerstar and I really enjoy the videos he puts out. I don't think he's always the most relatable for all audiences, but he really puts out quality content, especially in regards to woodworking. The series I linked to covers some of the tools above, but bundles together a budget build of tools you can use to accomplish just about any woodworking project. Definitely worth the watch!


Lastly, I think your first build should be a workbench custom built to the size of your shop. Run it along the wall, maybe. Now, you can do this with just pine 2x4's and you'll have something extremely sturdy, durable, and cheap. You can laminate 2x4's along their width for a thick top surface, or you can purchase some MDF or plywood and use 2x4s as a frame and the plywood as a work surface.

Let me know if you have any questions! I'll be glad to help!

u/majorsnide · 3 pointsr/DIY

Are these really worth that much? You can get a brand new dewalt that has a rack and pinion fence and a guard for $300.
http://www.amazon.com/DEWALT-DW745-10-Inch-Job-Site-Capacity/dp/B000HXT2N6/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top

u/bmxer4l1fe · 3 pointsr/watercooling

This works well... but its a crazy amount of overkill.

Dewalt 12inch double compound miter saw.

Though you also need the correct blade to cut plastic.

u/srt19170 · 3 pointsr/woodworking

A circular saw is basically an electric motor with an on-off switch, so they're pretty durable and for most purposes they're interchangeable. That particularly model is a 13 amp motor. You might want to consider getting the 15 amp version for the additional cutting power but honestly you'll probably be fine with the 13 amp version.

If you're doing any sort of fine woodworking you're much better off sinking money into a good blade. (As the Shop Talk suggests.)

u/Myndflyte · 3 pointsr/cade
u/Superpickle18 · 3 pointsr/mildlyinteresting

> And yes, you had better believe that I would gladly use a beauty of a skilsaw like that:)

I like the part where the housing is live at mains and requires the grounding wire before grounding pins existed... Better not use it in the rain <3

Also, you have to consider, things were hand built. Hand milled. There were very limited automation, if any.

Which means


A. Expensive as hell to produce quality.

B. Things were beefed up to deal with variances introduced from human errors

Today, it's 95% fully automated with high precision and tight tolerances. Which allows manufactures to reduce materials to get the same job done while reducing the cost drastically.

I looked up the prices for circular saws in the 1940's. Can't find archive for the Model 77, but I found this sweet catalog for power tools, including the model 520 circular saw. Look, it costed $60 in 1940's. Sweet, it costed the same as a new one today!

Oh wait, better account for inflation.... oh....my... $1,000 in today currency. LMAO

u/lying_Iiar · 3 pointsr/woodworking

If the bandsaw runs, it should still be useful. You can purchase a new blade if there's an issue with the existing one. The chisels will be fine, but you'll have to learn how to sharpen them. Sharpening systems can be expensive, though.

Otherwise it depends a little on what you want to build.

If I were starting out on a significant budget, I think I'd go with a skil saw, triangle square, tape measure, and drill/driver set. And I'd be thrilled to have a bandsaw & chisels. If you can, buy a good skil saw. Don't too much worry about the quality of the rest.

Those will all be very useful later, too, of course. Might build some sawhorses first and go from there.

A skil saw is really useful for breaking down pallets, as well, in case you plan on making use of them as a source of lumber while you're starting out.

If you want a more specific list, I own these products:

https://www.amazon.com/Stanley-33-312-Powerlock-Tape-Rule/dp/B00002X2GN/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1497387060&sr=8-5&keywords=stanley+tape+measure

You don't need a 25' tape and a 12' tape is easier to use.

https://www.amazon.com/5280-01-15-Amp-4-Inch-Circular-Single/dp/B01BD81BLO/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1497387078&sr=8-3&keywords=skil+saw

That skil saw isn't the best in the world, but it'll get you pretty far.

https://www.amazon.com/Swanson-S0101-7-inch-Square-Layout/dp/B00002255O/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1497387123&sr=8-1&keywords=triangle+square

Just a cheap, basic square.

You'll also want some clamps, no doubt. On a tight budget I'd get some walmart cheapies. They're not great, but they get the job done, and clamps are crazy expensive. You want them to be basically like this:

https://www.amazon.com/IRWINQUICK-GRIPOne-Handed-Mini-Bar-Clamp-1964742/dp/B00002244S/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1497387348&sr=8-1&keywords=woodworking+clamps+hand

But larger (12-36"). And walmart brand is cheaper, I think they're about $3 for a 12" clamp.

Good luck! Ask questions!

If your goals are to do fine woodworking, like interior furniture (that isn't "rustic")...or if your budget is much larger, then you'll be looking at an entirely different set of tools.

Table saw, planer, orbital sander, bandsaw (if yours is no good), bench grinder, miter saw, jointer, in order of importance (to me!). And lots and lots of hand tools. Marking gauge, marking knife, awl, variety of drill bits, counter sinks.

Belt sander, disc sander, jigsaw, router. Router can be way up there in importance if you make good use of it--very versatile tool. I just don't use it a ton personally, and bits can be very expensive.

u/hotstickywaffle · 3 pointsr/woodworking

Thanks for the recommendation! This is the one you mean right? It seems the Rigid R4516 is comparable.

u/roostermathis · 3 pointsr/woodworking

SKIL 5280-01 15-Amp 7-1/4-Inch Circular Saw with Single Beam Laser Guide https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01BD81BLO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_gnuBzb5NNEHDQ

I'm sure there are better circular saws out there but for $60 I've been completely satisfied.

u/bantamug · 3 pointsr/woodworking

If you're getting a new one, I'd also consider this Hitachi 10" model for such occasional use (and assuming you don't want to cut huge things). I've used a friend's and I would definitely pick one up for $120 if I had more regular use for one

u/we_can_build_it · 3 pointsr/woodworking

I believe that you may regret buying that saw. If you are in need of a smaller job site style saw I would suggest this saw. Much better fence system and this comes with a better garud/riving knife system. If you can swing it I would recommend this one.

u/xe2bls · 3 pointsr/woodworking

So I read the title and thought "Would be funny if he bought a Ryobi too, like I did a few months ago." I bought a small Ryobi table saw and it was the biggest piece of shit I have ever used. It was my first woodworking tool ever, so I had no reference point. At the time I didn't realize just how bad it was. After spending hours and hours trying to align the POS (which BTW the manual lists adjustments that DO NOT EXIST) I broke down and bought this https://www.amazon.com/DEWALT-DW745-10-Inch-Job-Site-Capacity/dp/B000HXT2N6/ref=sr_1_4?s=power-hand-tools&ie=UTF8&qid=1481036327&sr=1-4&keywords=table+saw
Literally the best saw I can imagine having, it's a completely different tool than the Ryobi.

Not cutting square is probably an inherent problem with that brand or at least with their lower tier tools.

I don't have an answer for you. Just wanted to say I had the exact same issue but on their table saw. I spent many hours trying to align it but there was literally no adjustment that could be made, I mickey moused something but it still cut like shit.

u/unitconversion · 3 pointsr/DIY

If you are trying to cut intricate shapes you probably want to use a coping saw if you are doing it by hand or maybe a jigsaw if you want a power tool.

If you are going to be doing a lot of cutting small shapes going forward you might even want to look at a bandsaw or a scroll saw.

u/twentytwocents · 3 pointsr/woodworking

A jobsite saw from DeWalt or Bosch would provide a lot of the precision a contractor saw would provide, but it takes very little space. You just want to make sure the saw has standard miter slots. If you're using jigs, miter slots should be 3/4 wide, not 5/8 like a lot of benchtop saws. Also, there should be no tabs on the miter slots.

http://www.amazon.com/DEWALT-DW745-10-Inch-Job-Site-Capacity/dp/B000HXT2N6

Ridgid also makes one. I often see them for $200 - $250 barely used.

http://i.imgur.com/hRyGptO.jpg

u/pasaroanth · 3 pointsr/DIY

I'm a professional carpenter and general contractor, and from my personal experience and the anecdotal evidence from the guys I regularly see, Bosch is of the best you can get for cordless tools nowadays. DeWalt used to be the go-to, but their quality has dropped considerably over the last 5-10 years. They still have some decent products, but I know of a lot of people who have had major issues with their drill chucks being off center.

This said, you kind of need a grab bag to get the best of each tool.

Here's my current setup, which is the same as quite a few contractors I work with:

  • Bosch 18V impact driver/drill set. I've dropped my driver with a 6" bit attached directly onto the bit from 10' up, on concrete, and the entire thing was unscathed. Batteries last forever and charge very quickly.

  • Festool jigsaw. Festool makes AMAZING products, but it's probably way overkill for most, and this Bosch model is a great second option I've seen used by many guys with a ton of success.

  • Skil Mag 77 circular saw. This is the be all end all saw. It has enough torque to change the rotation of the earth. It's heavy, though, so a decent sidewinder might be your best bet. I would never use anything else, personally, though.

  • Bosch compound sliding miter saw. I love this thing. You can put it flat up against a wall and still use the slider, which is a feature unique to them.

  • DeWalt table saw. The major plus of this saw is that the rip fence is on a track, so both sides move together. I still never trust their gauges, but to know that both the front and back are equidistant from the blade 100% of the time is worth its weight in gold.

  • DeWalt thickness planer. Never thought I'd buy one, and now I wouldn't be without one. With the combination of the above 3, you can pretty much make anything out of anything. Have a 5/4 board at the house but you need a 1x? 2 passes through the planer and you're set.

  • Bosch Rotary Hammer. The demo master. It can hammer drill massive holes in concrete, or switch to hammer only mode to remove tile or glued on drywall particles. These are bulletproof.

  • DeWalt orbital sander. Nothing fancy, as I don't do a ton of heavy sanding. Something to look for in these is the variable speed; makes jobs much easier.

  • Bosch oscillating tool. Most brands are similar, and depending on your uses a corded model may be better. I have a second tool that uses these batteries so I have lots of backups (and they charge very quickly), and I often use it in places that running a cord would be a pain in the ass. This is great for trimming things that are immovable and can't be sawed: think door frame bottoms for new floors, baseboard trim to accommodate a new vent, drywall patching, anything. Love this thing.

  • RotoZip spiral saw. Great for drywall, and there's a masonry style bit that works good for cutting pieces of tile (like around a faucet or control).

  • Bosch planer. Again, nothing fancy and I definitely don't use it daily...but when you need a planer, there's not much else you can use.


    So there you go. Those are the ones that have gone through the ringer on a construction crew and have survived heavy abuse and regular moving/dropping without any signs of letting go. Some may be overkill for your situation, but they're what I've found to be best. I'm probably missing a few loose ends so look out for edits.
u/madmax_br5 · 3 pointsr/DIY

It's the same principle basically as the barn door; the barn door puts the wheel on top of instead of inside the channel, but essentially the same thing. Strut is better since you put it right on the ceiling -- barn door needs three inches or so of clearance for the top wheel so there would be a substantial gap if you used the barn door stuff. Send me a napkin sketch of the situation and I will draw up something more complete for you.

In terms of tools, you'll for sure need a good stud finder to locate either wall studs or ceiling joists, unless you want to just randomly drill holes all over the place ;). A useful tool to have in the kit.

The other reason I ask about tools is that the door panel itself will be somewhat tricky to make. There is no existing door that is that big, so you will need to make something. Depending on what kind of cutting services your local hw and lumber stores offer, you may need to cleanly cut some of the panels yourself. This is best done with a tablesaw, but you can use a circular saw and make a sawboard in the meantime.

I would use two sheets of 1" foamboard with a 2x2 frame and face it with 1/4 masonite on both sides. This will paint really nice and should cost about $50 total. You can also do something more creative like clad it with pallet wood etc. I'll draw this up an send later so it's clear

u/benl1036 · 3 pointsr/woodworking

One of these is available for $175 used in good condition.

u/CatnipsFeatherbeef · 3 pointsr/HomeImprovement

Well, I just did exactly this last year - tile guy installed 1x2 porcelain tiles in bathroom/laundry room in a running bond, and I installed the floating cork floor. All of this in a below grade basement.

For the tile, he used both a wet saw and a Rubi - all straight cuts for the most part, and the Rubi was significantly faster, especially since we ripped the 1x2s into strips to use for tile baseboards. Depends on what you can rent locally though, I suppose. Personally I don't think it's worth buying tile tools - rent them, or borrow.

For the cork floor, I was installing 6" x 48" planks so I only occasionally used a table saw. Mostly used a miter saw and a jigsaw for trim cuts - miter saw for length, and jig for fitting around posts, curves, etc. I do some woodworking too, so I had all the tools already - Bosch jobsite table saw, Hitachi sliding miter (essentially this one, but purchased 5 years ago), Bosch jigsaw. But if you're patient I think you could forgo all those and just use a cordless circular saw with a decent blade, a speed square, and a straight edge guide for rips - the cork flooring installs super-easy and quickly, even without midrange tools.

Edit: fixed link.

u/midwestguy135 · 3 pointsr/homeowners

Just picked up this through Amazon for $85 and am pretty happy with it. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003HIWR08/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

u/bloobloobloo · 3 pointsr/Frugal

$45 shipped. Maybe you are thinking of a table saw?

u/toefer · 3 pointsr/DIY

I can't help you with the Dremel tip (since I'm not that guy) but I'll just note that if you live in the US you can get a scroll saw on Amazon for not much more than a Dremel (or less, depending on which Dremel you're looking at). This is what I used.

u/AnotherRedditMember · 2 pointsr/woodworking

I'd like to get into woodworking and a have a few tools from being a DIY kinda guy, but I've never actually done any nice woodworking. I've had a bit of experience making some shelves, staining, and such. I need some advice for getting started.

I've got a pretty big workspace and built myself an L shaped plywood table against the corner wall. As far as tools, I've got a drill, circular saw, reciprocating saw (<-all the Dewalt battery operated kind), screwdrivers, and some cheap chisels.

I'd like help figuring out a beginner project. I like all the cutting boards I've seen. Or maybe making some more tools (I've seen mallets and screwdrivers). Something easier, but that I can be proud of when I get done. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

I'd also like some advice on what tools I should get next. I'm thinking a table saw would be useful and I've been looking at this one. I realize it's not a cabinet table saw, but I'm not sure I want to shell out that much right now, and I have no idea what I'd be looking for if I were to go look for a used one. I've also been considering getting a couple of hand planes, but every time I see people ask about those, everyone responds with $150-200 hand planes. If i end up rarely doing woodworking, I can see the use of a table saw like the one above, but I'm not sure if expensive hand planes would ever get used. Is it necessary to spend so much on some hand planes? Or would I maybe be able to get a decent quality one for around $50 and then get some wet stones and sharpen it (only found out hand planes were really useful recently so I probably have no idea what I'm talking about here)?

u/V0RT3XXX · 2 pointsr/HomeImprovement

I got a Black and decker jigsaw for $30 from amazon and it's been awesome, check out the reviews.

https://www.amazon.com/BLACK-DECKER-BDEJS600C-5-0-Amp-Jig/dp/B00OJ72LHK

u/FuzzeWuzze · 2 pointsr/Homebrewing

I highly recommend the Hitachi on amazon, it gets great reviews and its an amazing compound miter saw for the price.
http://www.amazon.com/Hitachi-C10FCE2-10-Inch-Compound-Miter/dp/B000V5Z6RG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1395172421&sr=8-1&keywords=Hitachi+miter+saw

u/benmarvin · 2 pointsr/woodworking

Can't go wrong with the Bosch, the pretty much invented the jigsaw and are still affordable. http://www.amazon.com/Bosch-JS470E-120-Volt-7-0-Amp-Top-Handle/dp/B004323NPK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1394418669&sr=8-1&keywords=bosch+jigsaw That's what most of my coworkers use, but I personally prefer my Festool. The only thing to worry about with Bosch is the blade carrier which will wear out, especially if you're doing lots of curved or miter cuts.

Also stay away from a cordless. The Dewalt cordless is solid but the battery doesn't last longer than 45 min of cutting, and the Bosch cordless I've used the motor burned and now it only runs at 1/4 speed.

u/diytry · 2 pointsr/DIY

suggestion:

  1. Bosch barrel grip jigsaw - more money but the design allows for great control

  2. Bosch progressor jigsaw blade - similar costs to nice blades from milwaukee, dewalt, etc. progressor blades cut so fine that I don't sand afterwards. not exactly a necessity on an outdoor fence, but if you're doing the work you may as well get the cleanest cut possible.


    http://www.amazon.com/Bosch-JS470EB-7-Amp-Barrel-Grip-Jigsaw/dp/B004323NQ4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1397758986&sr=8-1&keywords=bosch+barrel+grip+jigsaw

u/DeFex · 2 pointsr/AskReddit

Tell that to amazon. some of their "list prices" are way more than that item has ever sold for anywhere.example i bought elsewhere after shopping around a lot, i never saw it over $800

u/Charlie_Sykes · 2 pointsr/HomeImprovement

That's funny. Every single tool I have ever bought at Harbor Freight went wrong.

Here's a decent saw for only $220. I just did 2 kitchens worth of crown moulding with this saw this week.

http://www.amazon.com/DEWALT-DW715-15-Amp-12-Inch-Compound/dp/B000ASBCK4/ref=sr_1_11?ie=UTF8&qid=1409267495&sr=8-11&keywords=12+inch+dewalt

u/[deleted] · 2 pointsr/woodworking

That saw would be fine for basic work but would have problems with cutting through thicker or harder lumber (to clarify, it would cut it, but you'd have to use a slow feed rate and a thin kerf blade). The Bosch is fine, but this Dewalt has a better rating on Amazon.

u/mchamst3r · 2 pointsr/BurningMan

A chop saw works great. They’re insanely fast.


PORTER-CABLE PCE700 15 Amp Chop Saw, 14" https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00NI2CF28/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_9OvnDb6KH8BZ4

u/dirtyfries · 2 pointsr/DIY

Previous shower area was around 30 years old. Fake marble walls, small wall niche, leaks in the corners and ugly plumbing.

Over the course of 3 weeks (had to go housesit elsewhere - we only have one bathroom), we gutted the old furnishings down to the studs, built a new niche, added backerboard, waterproofing membrane, new tiles, new fixtures, and had the tub re-furbished (by a pro).

If anyone's curious, here's some products we used.

Tile:
http://crossvilleinc.com/products/modern-mythology/

Backerboard:
James Hardie Backer Board

Tile saw:
http://www.amazon.com/SKIL-3540-02-4-2-Amp-7-Inch-Tile/dp/B003HIWR08

Waterproofing membrane:
http://www.homedepot.com/p/Custom-Building-Products-RedGard-1-gal-Waterproofing-and-Crack-Prevention-Membrane-LQWAF1/100169081

Fixtures:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004NXT3TE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1
http://www.amazon.com/Re-modeling-Pfister-Shower-Porcelain-Handles/dp/B001EBWG74

We learned as we went with this (also made many mistakes that thankfully aren't too bad on completion). Upon gutting the shower - found a bit of mold growing on the old green board backing material. Was actually better than expected. We also didn't want to swap out the old 2 knob faucet for something newer (required more plumbing work than we wanted) so we ordered a 3 knob version and just used two of the knobs/stems. Works great.

And a ton of knowledge from this incredibly useful YouTube channel.
https://www.youtube.com/user/TileMasterGa

If anyone has any specific questions, please ask.

u/Snuffvieh · 2 pointsr/woodworking

In means of accuracy and size you probably can't beat the Dewalt DW745. I've had mine for 3 years and am still super happy with it. The guided fence is super easy to adjust and is always parallel to the fence.
The two downsides are the 20" rip capacity (24" would be perfect) and that the arbor is to short to use a dado stack.
There are enough work arounds for me to still be happy with the saw (router and circular saw) for dados i also often use a flat tooth saw blade and make more passes.

I bought a ryobi tableware initially and returned it after making 4 cuts... piece of shit!! Although I love my ryobi 18v one+ tools.
I bought the dewalt for 229 on sale at HD and love it!
EDIT: f****ed up formatting

u/NoRealAccountToday · 2 pointsr/Tools

If you are thinking about cutting small items (e.g. crosses) out of wood, look at getting a scroll saw. These are among the best tools for precision cutting small wood objects. The blades are small and can cut very tight curves. And, you can drill a hole in the middle of your workpiece, insert the blade through that hole and cut from the inside. Very handy. Example video!

u/oldtoolfool · 2 pointsr/woodworking

You will get lots of opinions on this. A "chop box" is just that, and is excellent for construction work, decks, framing, etc. Interior trim work as well. That's about it in my book as far as woodworking goes(with a bow to Ana White and her incredibly ill conceived and designed construction lumber furniture); for finer work, furniture, etc., out of hardwoods or furniture grade softwoods, you're not doing yourself a favor by investing large dollars. Also, and again if you are not doing carpentry work, sliders go out of alignment much more than a non-sliding compound miter saw, and if you get a 12" non-slider, you are not losing all that much in crosscut capacity. So, for the money, a good quality non-sliding 12" compound miter saw by either Makita, Bosch or DeWalt would be my recommendation. About $200-300 cheaper than the sliding variety, which you really don't need. https://www.amazon.com/DEWALT-DW715-12-Inch-Single-Bevel-Compound/dp/B000ASBCK4/ref=sr_1_4?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1539969968&sr=1-4&keywords=12+inch+miter+saw

u/MaIakai · 2 pointsr/Tools

Go to a pawn store or craigslist and buy two named brand saw for the price of one good new one. Use one for the driveway/masonry work, the other for woodworking.

To test them, spin the blade/arbor. Is it smooth or are the bearings clunky/shot? Turn the saw on, motor still sounds strong or is it struggling even with no load? What's the condition of the casing/shoe/plate.

If you're dead set on buying new off amazon then whats your price range. Corded or Cordless?

Skil makes a good entry level corded.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01BD81BLO/

Personally I'll never use another corded circular saw again.

u/collinwho · 2 pointsr/woodworking

Where are you located that a brand new Bosch miter saw is under $300? That saw is $600 at Home Depot and Amazon, right now.

u/drbhrb · 2 pointsr/HomeImprovement

That ridgid or the delta for ~$600 are the best hobbyist woodworker level saws on the market currently. If you intend to do a decent amount of weekend warrior woodworking then they would be good investments.

If you are just looking for the occasional DIY project and want to save some more money, this dewalt jobsite saw is half the cost and works great. Being a jobsite saw it is much smaller so think about the types of projects you want to do. But I have built tables, coffee tables, and many cutting boards on mine.

https://www.amazon.com/DEWALT-DW745-10-Inch-Job-Site-Capacity/

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Edit: Also there is a common misconception about 220v saws. Rewiring to 220 does not provide any more power, it just takes up less space on the circuit while providing the same amount of power. So if you have a 15 amp 110v saw on a 20 amp circuit you aren't missing out on any power, you just can't run much of anything else on that circuit at the same time.

u/CL350S · 2 pointsr/woodworking

I got this one. It's been working pretty well for me so far. Thanks for the link, I'll check it out.

u/Blarglephish · 2 pointsr/woodworking

There was a WEN bandsaw review post on here not too long ago for their 10" bandsaw. At the time, I think it was just under $200, looks like it went up in price since then. The post was pretty positive about the saw: good features, good quality - for the price. For that price, don't expect a lot, but its a good bang for your buck tool.

I'm considering buying a bandsaw and a spindle sander in the near future. WEN makes both of these, and if I were to buy new, I would probably buy these. However, I would starting by lurking craigslist first.

u/GavinsMugger · 2 pointsr/woodworking

I have the BLACK+DECKER BDEJS600C Smart Select Jig Saw, 5.0-Amp. For a budget saw, it's pretty good. Most of my projects involve a jig saw in one way or another, and it's served me well so far.

u/segue1007 · 2 pointsr/myog

I got my saws mixed up, I meant a "jig saw" like this. It's probably the cheapest and most useful electric saw you can buy. (You'd also need to drill a hole to get the cut started, though.)

u/KFCConspiracy · 2 pointsr/philadelphia

Yeah, I'm starting to think the Hitachi is probably garbage. Which is a shame because I love everything else of theirs I've used.

As far as the Bosch, I looked at that one too. I was able to get that one tuned in nicely, but the big dewalt has more rip capacity, which would be nice for handling sheet goods. I know that was one of the things I hated about the HF saw was how little rip capacity it has. With the fold out wings on the Dewalt it's still compact but the rip capacity can be up to 35". This one's the big boy dewalt https://smile.amazon.com/DEWALT-DWE7491RS-10-Inch-Jobsite-Capacity/dp/B00F2CGXGG?sa-no-redirect=1

Granted the 25" Bosch capacity is still 9" more than than the HF saw, so there's that.

u/needanacc0unt · 2 pointsr/woodworking

The reaxx tech is installed on the Bosch 4100. Pictured is the GTS1031. They are different, and the whole lawsuit thing is still going on so it certainly isn't getting cleared out for that reason.

u/Maverick1987 · 2 pointsr/Tools

I'd recommend buying tools based on what your project plans are. If you're going to do trim, build decks and fences or anything that involves less sheet goods, absolutely I'd recommend a miter saw.

If you plan to build sheet good stuff, desks, cabinets, anything that involves plywood, then you can reasonably by a table saw and fill the gaps with a circular saw.

What is your budget? I'll be able to make better recomendations for tools if I know how much you have to play with.

I would avoid the saw you linked for a few reasons:

  1. Single Bevel - If you have any intentions of doing crown moulding or trim you will literally want to kill yourself after setting fire to that saw from rage. The saw only tips one direction, it rotatates horizontally either direction, but it only tips one direction, this will make some compound miters a fucking nightmare to figure out (if you can even do it with acceptable results) Even for a home owner, I'd suggest a 12" dual bevel saw. I own this: http://www.amazon.com/Bosch-GCM12SD-120-Volt-12-Inch-Glide/dp/B004323NNC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1452305203&sr=8-1&keywords=bosch+sliding+miter+saw
    and I would not for ONE second hesitate to buy it again. Unlike most sliding saws, it does not use a rail system, so if you use it in a shop, you don't need 18-24" behind the saw to slide it. It's great for installing at a workbench. The price is also much more reasonable for you yankee folks since you dollar is getting much better now. It's a great saw, and if you look after it (as with any good tools) it will last a lifetime.
  2. Sears tools are not what they used to be, I would not put them much above buying ryobi anymore, as they've outsourced so much of their production to the lowest bidder. I'd take Ridgid tools (great for homeowners, btw, because of lifetime service agreement for non-commerical users). Some of their (sears) stuff is ok, but there are better options now. My philosophy has always been buy the best quality you can afford, once. You're learning this lesson with your circular saw already.

  3. 10" saws are ok, but a 12" saw gives you alot more cut capacity, both width of material, and depth.

    Some people might find the new yankee workshop boring (as you can likely tell, I'm a huge fan of Norm, and have been since I was a boy, I can attribute vast amounts of my woodworking knowledge to him directly) You'd do yourself a favor by watching some of his shows, and grabbing a book of his called "Measure twice, Cut once" they are absolutely worth the time investment.

    Here's a good place for you to start:

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GUMif8_XQRE
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JYqvwlbm6B0
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rTp4v1PZmBY
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZuKIBWqg5yI
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nGqsc0JF3I

    That should keep you busy for a couple hours. It might be a little dry in places, but everything he show he does for a reason. This guy is about as good as it gets IMHO.

    Let me know if you have any more questions, I'd be happy to help you.
u/Rgnxsupreme · 2 pointsr/woodworking

Yeah, you could look in to smaller bench top models of table saws and jointers, lunchbox planers, etc.
Ive seen people create some pretty cool work areas out of small spaces.
The downside is with smaller tools comes less surface to reference your workpiece during the cut, less power and dust collection...
These are some smaller "budget" tools that I've heard good things about:

Benchtop "Lunchbox" Thickness Planer
Benchtop Jointer
Benchtop table saw
Benchtop Drill Press

u/Akmantainman · 2 pointsr/Tools

Always gotta check if you can. I picked up DWE575SB on Amazon for $89
a couple weeks ago. [CamelCamelCamel] (https://camelcamelcamel.com/) is super helpful when you can wait.

u/chippedbeefontoast · 2 pointsr/woodworking

You can get a really nice contractor table saw for around $500. I have this one and I love it. Or a radial arm saw like this. There a a bunch of good brands out there. Just make sure you get a 12 inch blade.

u/gandhikahn · 2 pointsr/Random_Acts_Of_Amazon

Probably this saw in my art studio list.

u/Sniper1154 · 2 pointsr/BuyItForLife

If you're doing just basic construction, I wouldn't splurge too much on the circular saw. I've had this saw for years and it hasn't failed me yet.

What you do need to invest in are solid blades. I've been a fan of Freud Diablo blades myself and they last quite a while. Just this past weekend I was ripping sheets of plywood with the aforementioned saw & a 60T Diablo blade. The results were fantastic.

u/greatbawlsofire · 2 pointsr/DIY

I got the DeWalt DW745 from cragslist, new in box for $250 and I probably would've paid the $400 for it now that I've owned and used it for a while. Everything was nice and square right out of the box too, which saved some time!

u/W_T_F_really · 2 pointsr/woodworking

The first one I bought was a 9 incher and it wasn't exactly great. I then spent a little bit more for the 10 inch WEN - it's been great. the fence is... we'll you're only spending 300 ish bucks... but it HAS a fence, and the base is pretty decent.
If you can swing a little more on your budget, I highly recommend it.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B016VD8GAA/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

u/trapsosolo · 2 pointsr/woodworking

After some research, I recently purchased my first jig saw: B&D BDEJS600C with 5 amps and 4 variable settings. I was really surprised with the power it packs. There is a trigger lock but can only be locked once the trigger is fully engaged. The only thing I really dislike about it is the blade lock but after messing with it for a few minutes I was able to secure the blade. Overall I feel this saw is great for the price. Currently on Amazon for $34.99 and Home Depot for $37.99.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00OJ72LHK/ref=oh_aui_i_d_old_o1_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1

http://m.homedepot.com/p/BLACK-DECKER-5-Amp-Jig-Saw-with-Curve-Control-BDEJS600C/206144814

I figured the blade the saw came with was going to be trash (it is) so I got a pack of Bosch T5002 T-shank blades. These blades are great and I should have went ahead and bought a couple packs for future use. Amazon for $12.99; Home Depot for $12.59.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0000TZZVA/ref=oh_aui_i_d_old_o1_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1

http://m.homedepot.com/p/Bosch-T-Shank-Jig-Blade-Set-10-Piece-T5002/203747310

Hope this helps. Sorry for the mobile links.

u/CNoTe820 · 2 pointsr/woodworking

Are you limited to that budget or can you go over? I got the Bosch GCM12SD a few months ago and it is awesome. Literally every worker who comes over and sees me using it is like "Damn that is a nice chop saw".

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004323NNC/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I dont have a shop so I keep it on this stand and wheel it in and out of my shed when I use it.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000VZNEM0/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I got the laser for it as well but I never use it, just as easy to line things up manually.

u/puhpow · 2 pointsr/DIY

No, I didn't include the saw in the price since I'll be using it for plenty of other things down the line. That saw was a little over $200. You can find it here.

u/siamonsez · 2 pointsr/HomeImprovement

Is this the saw you have? In what way is it insufficient? You can just remove the fence and mark the tile and guide it by hand. You might screw up a couple cuts, but it's going to be far cheaper than getting another saw.

u/AdventurousAtheist · 2 pointsr/Frugal

When I'm going to purchase something rather pricey on Amazon. I just refresh the product page a couple times a day for a couple days. I've done this for multiple items and there almost always seems to be a random temporary price drop.

The price drop only lasts a short time before it goes back to the normal selling price though. I've bought a circular saw for $95 that was selling for $150 and most recently a graphics card for $125 instead of $160.

It's not from other sellers either it's just a price drop for some reason. YMMV.

EDIT: The saw was regularly $139 and dropped to $103.

u/LizziPizzo · 2 pointsr/Random_Acts_Of_Amazon

Video games rock!

and um... maybe a Skilsaw takes a lot of skill to use?

u/Remixmark · 1 pointr/woodworking

You may want to invest in a mitre saw. Cheaper than a table saw but better than a handheld circular saw. This is the one I have: https://www.amazon.com/DEWALT-DW715-12-Inch-Single-Bevel-Compound/dp/B000ASBCK4/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1524781731&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=dw715&dpPl=1&dpID=51sL-KnayUL&ref=plSrch

I don’t own a table saw, but this (http://www.woodworkerswebsite.com/Miterstand.html) portable mitresaw stand is on my list to build this summer.

u/coletain · 1 pointr/woodworking

Dewalt 12" sliding double bevel miter saw - $324. Regular Price is $349 so it's not an amazing discount but this saw usually doesn't go on sale at all. It's the exact same saw as the $500 DWS780 except it doesn't have the laser line. The rails on this saw stick out way far in the back, so it's annoying if you want to put it up against a wall, but otherwise this is a real nice saw.

u/ChKlark · 1 pointr/woodworking

I can unscrew the legs. I don't know if that would make it less sturdy. I was thinking of just trimming the edges, but they only come out to an inch. I have about 8 inches to spare on the other end: Imgur

How much do you think I can cut without messing up the balance?

And would one of these saws do?
http://www.homedepot.com/p/Ryobi-12-Amp-7-1-4-in-Circular-Saw-
CSB124/100634339
http://www.amazon.com/Skil-5480-01-Amp-4-Inch-Circular/dp/B000P9H4VO/ref=lp_552922_1_1?s=power-hand-tools&ie=UTF8&qid=1410487729&sr=1-1

Do I need to buy a higher toothed blade?

I can also replace that side of the table with this http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/00251338/ and these: http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/30264301/

But then the table could only sustain 50 lb instead of 170.

u/mdog43 · 1 pointr/HomeImprovement

Not sliding but very accurate. For trim and flooring this is the best for the price. but a sliding one is ideal, this cant handle a 2x8.

https://www.amazon.com/Hitachi-C10FCE2-15-Amp-10-inch-Compound/dp/B000V5Z6RG

u/theLogistican · 1 pointr/Tools

Bosch 7.0 Amp Corded Variable Speed Barrel-Grip Jig Saw JS470EB with Carrying Case https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004323NQ4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_FSfwDb19JF8EF

u/bhahne · 1 pointr/woodworking

This one will be good.

I’ve used this one for almost 2 years and haven’t had a single issue.

I built a stand out of one sheet of plywood and use that. Just YouTube stands and you can find some decent ones you can build out of 2x4’s for practically nothing.

I’ve built some awesome furniture with that saw and it looks like the first one is a remake which is cheaper.

u/raziphel · 1 pointr/AskMen

I stick with craftsman for basic tools like screwdrivers and shit because of the lifetime warranty. I've had too many cheap philips screwdriver get their tips bent out of shape from an unruly screw, and that's really fuckin' annoying. Spend the extra few bucks, but don't go overboard. Stanley tools are pretty good too. Kobalt and the other off-brands are crap.

Other than that, I tend to go with DeWalt- decent quality, not too expensive. However, this was recommended to me by the carpenters at work, and that thing is a wonderful beast. I'm doing some home construction work, and so far it sings like a champ.

Do you have an idea of what you want to get her, and what she'll actually use it for?

u/adamrgolf · 1 pointr/pics
u/CheeseNorris · 1 pointr/woodworking

Thanks for the input. I don't necessarily need one that can be moved around. I looked at your recommendations--i couldn't find anything on the Delta except replacement part stuff. The Ridgid is a little out of my price range. I should have specified, I can add about $100 to the gift price, but can't justify much more than that right now.

At the $300 level, here is the DEWALT DW745 and the Delta 36-6010. Would either of these be worth it?

u/peterlcole · 1 pointr/DIY

I use my miter saw much more than my circular saw. I got this guy years ago and have had no regrets.

u/Rocket_Puppy · 1 pointr/Tools

The Hitachi C10FCE2 is a perfectly good saw. Plenty of power, cuts accurately, has an accurate, solid fence. It checks off all the essential marks for a quality tool, but has absolutely no extra features.

While I'd prefer a sliding fence to a flip fence, and I really don't like the clamp position on it (it will get in the way of bevel cuts when attached on the left side), it is still a a very good tool.

Plus you can get a miter stand and still be within about $20 of the price of the Makita LS1040.

For $107 on Amazon its a hard saw to beat for the money.

https://www.amazon.com/Hitachi-C10FCE2-15-Amp-10-inch-Compound/dp/B000V5Z6RG

u/Zooshooter · 1 pointr/woodworking

Having just put in a raised garden in the last 3 weeks, I used this saw and just about any cordless drill will get the job done for drilling pilot holes/driving screws.

You could get a speed square, as mentioned, for straight cuts with the saw. I'd recommend it as they're cheap enough.

I used deck screws because why not. The garden was for my wife and I got extra points for using higher quality screws.

u/oldneckbeard · 1 pointr/woodworking

I will say that he's going to be limited with that workspace, but he can get by with some basic stuff. I also have extremely limited space. I have an outdoor shop space, but since it's not insulated and has no power, I'm very limited in what I can do.

However, here's a good list of things to get.

  1. Corded circular saw. I highly recommend this makita saw, it's a good value.
  2. Metal-body combination square
  3. Basic chisels
  4. Workbench with clamps
  5. Pull-cut dovetail saw -- can also be used for most short-depth cutting work. I use it to cut (or clean up) tenons as well
  6. Glue. Lots of glue. I like Titebond II for not particular reason.
  7. As many clamps as your remaining budget can afford. These irwin ones are always popular, work well, and are cheap enough.

    Keep in mind that father's day is coming up soon, and tools like these are popular things to be put on sale. Keep your eyes open :)

u/SPG2469 · 1 pointr/woodworking

I grew up in the construction industry, everyone used a version of this saw. So this is the one I got, must have had it for a good 15 years now and no complaints.

http://smile.amazon.com/Makita-5007F-7-1-4-Inch-Circular/dp/B004YIALZI/ref=sr_1_1?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1408595797&sr=1-1&keywords=makita+circular+saw

u/throwaway29173196 · 1 pointr/woodworking

Hard to go wrong with the Dewalt read the 1st review, by a high school shop teacher.

Also I don't understand the people here that never use one of these, or thinks it's too dangerous. How on earth do you cut things to length; especially long stock?

Also as OP stated if he is looking to prep kids for a trade, general construction is much more employable than fine WW, getting familiar with this tool seems would seem to be a necessity.

u/CoveredInKSauce · 1 pointr/HomeImprovement

I did a bunch of research a few months back and landed on this one as well. The electric brake is awesome. It's $125 right now but I think I paid around $105 when I got it.

u/Blog_Pope · 1 pointr/woodworking

Aside from coming with a "coarser" blade, how would it be aimed at construction vs cabinetry? If the Dewalt isn't accurate it should just need adjustment. Personally, I lean towards the DeWalt (I want a 12" sliding double Bevel Compound Miter saw one day) because I can'y justify the extra money on the Bosch beast

u/henny_316 · 1 pointr/DIY

I picked up this table saw at Lowes but I want to say it was right at $500. It might have been during a sale...

I love it and it collapses down nicely for space savings.

u/yevinorion · 1 pointr/Tools

Check out this Bosch 4100 that comes with the gravity rise stand. Excellent reviews and in the same price range.

u/LJ-Rubicon · 1 pointr/Tools

DEWALT 7-1/4-Inch Circular Saw with Electric Brake, 15-Amp (DWE575SB) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007QUZ16A/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_6jNGDb9KG0NGP

u/horse_face_jason · 1 pointr/woodworking

Try the WEN 16 Inch Scroll Saw. I got it off of Woot a few months back and it has been great so far.

u/coherent-rambling · 1 pointr/woodworking

Whether the size is suitable for the work you want to do is of course subjective. However, I would not buy a single-speed saw with less than 3/4 horsepower. You'll find it very easy to stall the blade, so it won't be able to cut much thickness. That's fine if you want to use it for building model airplanes or cutting shapes out of thin material in place of a scroll saw, but it'll never serve as a proper woodworking tool.

Instead of either the Craftsman or the Rikon, I'd recommend the WEN 3962. It's also a 10" saw, but it's got the same 6" resaw height as a typical 14" saw, and I think the steel frame is stiffer than a lot of cast iron 14" saws as well. It's also got two speeds, and I just leave mine set on the slower speed all the time. With a 72" Highland Woodslicer blade, it'll resaw just about anything you can fit in it, if you take your time. Yes, it's twice as much money, but I think you'll be a lot happier with it. I ordered mine six months ago as a stopgap because I planned on building my own 20" saw, and I've been so content with it that I may not need to build one after all.

u/TheLegendOf1900 · 1 pointr/GentlyWeepsPlayers

Do NOT buy this. It comes with 5 drills/drivers/impacts. Here is what you need:




http://www.amazon.com/Makita-LCT314W-Lithium-Ion-Cordless-3-Piece/dp/B005C95E2I/ref=sr_1_11?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1457007466&sr=1-11&keywords=12v+drill+driver+combo+kit




http://www.amazon.com/Hitachi-C10FCE2-15-Amp-10-inch-Compound/dp/B000V5Z6RG/ref=sr_1_2?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1457007519&sr=1-2&keywords=compound+miter+saw




http://www.amazon.com/PORTER-CABLE-PC75TRS-7-5-Amp-Reciprocating/dp/B004V327PS/ref=sr_1_9?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1457007539&sr=1-9&keywords=sawzall





http://www.amazon.com/WEN-61720-4-Inch-2-Inch-18-Gauge/dp/B000EJW1ZY/ref=sr_1_1?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1457007628&sr=1-1&keywords=brad+nailer





http://www.amazon.com/PORTER-CABLE-PCFP02003-3-5-Gallon-Pancake-Compressor/dp/B00BMUGQNC/ref=sr_1_1?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1457007761&sr=1-1&keywords=air+compressor




http://www.amazon.com/Stanley-60-100-10-Piece-Standard-Screwdriver/dp/B0000950PN/ref=sr_1_4?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1457007815&sr=1-4&keywords=screwdriver+set




http://www.amazon.com/Stanley-51-624-20-Ounce-Fiberglass-Hammer/dp/B000VSSG2K/ref=sr_1_3?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1457007879&sr=1-3&keywords=hammer+set




http://www.amazon.com/DEWALT-DW1177-20-Piece-Black-Oxide-Metal/dp/B001EYU5N8/ref=sr_1_9?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1457007985&sr=1-9&keywords=drill+bits




http://www.amazon.com/DEWALT-DW1177-20-Piece-Black-Oxide-Metal/dp/B001EYU5N8/ref=sr_1_9?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1457007985&sr=1-9&keywords=drill+bits




http://www.amazon.com/Stanley-33-425-Powerlock-25-Foot-Measuring/dp/B00002X2GQ/ref=sr_1_1?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1457008034&sr=1-1&keywords=tapemeasure

u/Grieverjoe · 1 pointr/woodworking

Hey, guys. I'm gonna be laying down some laminate flooring in my daughter's room, and I would like to have a scroll saw to help me cut the boards. I'm a newbie when it comes to woodworking, and I saw these two:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005UKGL58/

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00L47FZ8A/

Do any of you have experience with either of these? Is there something else you would recommend?

Thanks!

u/DinnerMilk · 1 pointr/dbotcorexy

Found a guy (well reviewed) in another city that basically does anything construction related. He said he can cut them for me but his minimum job price is $75. For the price, I am leaning towards just ordering this $99 10" Miter Saw and this $22 10" Non-Ferrous Saw Blade, taking it to the Maker Space and cutting it there.

Do those look like they will be good enough to get the job done? I am a bit concerned, I have one of my pieces measured out to being 1496mm of a 1500mm piece (increased all of the Z frame pieces by 100mm). Worried the blade cut may possibly be too thick for that to work.

u/adogsgotcharacter · 1 pointr/woodworking

I'm looking for my first tablesaw. I'll be primarily using it to rip common boards and plywood for simple home funiture. Hopefully someday I'll be using it on hard woods for nicer tops. For sub $500 should I go with one of the hundreds of old Craftsman 113's on craigslist like this one, or a new direct drive worksite setup like this one? I don't have a big shop, but the wheels on the craftsman would be sufficient for moving it out of the way when not in use.

u/ChillyWily · 1 pointr/DIY

If you plan on building more than a work bench I recommend getting a miter saw. You can get a decent one for cheap:

[This is what I got]
(http://www.amazon.com/Hitachi-C10FCE2-10-Inch-Compound-Miter/dp/B000V5Z6RG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1422581816&sr=8-1&keywords=mitre+saw)

My plan was to trade up if I ever outgrew it, but that hasn't happened yet.

u/laidbackpk · 1 pointr/Flipping

Currently selling for less that Home Depot. It is a nice saw and should sell new in box for close to that fairly quickly. A dewalt planer would also sell quickly.

DEWALT DW745 10-Inch Compact Job-Site Table Saw with 20-Inch Max Rip Capacity https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000HXT2N6/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_rb9Wub0G94XHS
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000HXT2N6/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_rb9Wub0G94XHS

u/suckmywakelol · 1 pointr/woodworking

I've got this one, holy crap I can't even begin to describe how much better it is than my old black and decker. http://www.amazon.com/Bosch-JS470E-120-Volt-7-0-Amp-Top-Handle/dp/B004323NPK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1420836671&sr=8-1&keywords=bosch+jigsaw

u/Cramenator87 · 1 pointr/woodworking

Squiggle wood is really cool, but what can it actually be used for aside from a demonstration of squiggle wood. The precision and accuracy of the jointmaker is probably it's best selling point, but that still doesn't come close to justifying the price. IMO.

Lets use specifically the kapex... it's really pricy

Vs the Bosch axial which is much more affordable and I do believe it to be an even better performer than the kapex.

You end up paying for the Festool name rather than quality of tool.

u/theboxer16 · 1 pointr/woodworking

Would something like this be more closer to what I would need?

DEWALT 10-Inch Table Saw, 16-Inch Rip Capacity (DW745) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000HXT2N6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_I8vXDbJJCZ338

u/OniKoroshi · 1 pointr/HomeImprovement

I have the 10" Hitachi miter saw with laser: http://www.amazon.com/Hitachi-C10FCH2-10-Inch-Miter-Laser/dp/B000NKB3LW

I've used it for framing, cutting trim, and hard wood floors. A 12" would be nice but not that necessary IMHO. The only issues I've had with the 10" is doing a 45 degree miter cut on my 6" wide hard wood floors. I had to cut one side then flip it around to finish the cut. Otherwise, it's been great. A 60 tooth diablo blade is a great addition.

u/lofilofilofianalog · 1 pointr/DIY

Yes! I really like barrel grips, too, because it gets your hand closer to the work so it's easier to control. Also, the ergonomics (at least on this one) are so nice! :) The standard ones you find in the big stores have 'top handles'. I don't like them as much. Thin handle, and if you think about it in terms of lever-arms, your hand rests a whole lot higher than the body, and a little bit behind where you can get your palm on a barrel grip. I find it's easier to make mistakes with top handle ones.

Just my opinion, so still worth researching to see what you like.

u/Tropps · 1 pointr/woodworking

Are you only looking for compactness in size or maybe just weight? I got the DeWalt DWE575SB circular saw for Christmas and it's awesome. It's 7-1/4" but only eight pounds or so. It's really light and cuts like a dream. It also has the electric brake so the blade stops spinning really quickly.

Amazon Link

u/Ron_Swansons_wood · 1 pointr/woodworking

I have this guy http://www.amazon.com/DEWALT-DW715-15-Amp-12-Inch-Compound/dp/B000ASBCK4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1373516554&sr=8-1&keywords=Dewalt+miter+saw

Very happy with it. You can do a lot with a circular saw and a straight edge clamp. Good luck, build your tool collection over time, and buy the best you can afford. If you stick with it, you'll just want to upgrade later

u/BuffHagen · 1 pointr/Random_Acts_Of_Amazon

We both have the same Miter saw on our wishlists!!!, but that's probably pretty unrealistic.

How about this incense collection. It could make both of our homes very peaceful.

u/all_equal_parts · 1 pointr/woodworking

Im new to woodworkong. Two weeks ago I bought the 15 amp Skil circular saw and have only been cutting 3/4 inch thick plywood so far without issue. I was trying to make Mathias wandel's sawhorses tonight. When I was trying to make the 18 degree cut through the 2x4s the wood started smoking and I could barely move the saw. I stopped and tried once more with the same results and then quit for the evening. My stupid question is am I screwing something up, my saw can't handle the cut, or is there something wrong with my saw?

Thanks!

References:


Saw: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01BD81BLO/ref=sxts1?ie=UTF8&qid=1484700942&sr=1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65

Sawhorse plan: http://woodgears.ca/sawhorse/

u/Xiac · 1 pointr/Carpentry

Do you mean cutting a 90? I would use a chop saw.

If you have a lot of them, and they need to be identical and very accurate, I would use a table saw and a sled.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000NKB3LW/ref=pd_aw_vtph_0_lp_3?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=RNCB0S04QQ1YDRVCE5XZ

u/cwq1 · 1 pointr/woodworking

I just got this one for Christmas and coming from the cheapest Skilsaw model to this is like night and day. This cuts through wood without slowing down and little strain on the motor. It comes with a non-marring sole plate and a little snap in piece that surrounds the blade that reduces splintering.

I'm very pleased! This is the barrel grip version, they have a top handled one too, but I think the barrel grip gives you more flexibility and fits in tighter places.

Bosch JS470EB:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004323NQ4

u/Roscoe_P_Trolltrain · 1 pointr/BeginnerWoodWorking

I have a dewalt but it’s the $500 one that comes with the rolling stand. It’s been really good. Seems to stay square and can accept an 8” dado, although I haven’t gotten one yet. It might be worth the extra money. I know you say you don’t need a stand but if you have limited space, it’s very handy.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00F2CGXGG/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1524355924&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=dewalt+table+saw&dpPl=1&dpID=51Kr7wFoSFL&ref=plSrch

u/JoeSoda · 1 pointr/Tools

I have a Bosch JS470E, do not regret buying in the slightest (reviews speak for themselves). Had a piece of crap Ryobi cordless before it, which had me questioning why people use Jigsaws.

u/flying_trashcan · 1 pointr/HomeImprovement

I bought this Dewalt 12" miter saw about a year ago and really, really like it. It's currently at $350 on Amazon which is a pretty good deal.

u/EddyGurge · 1 pointr/woodworking

Poor form having a referral code in the link. Here is a clean link. And here is the price history for the past 120 days.

u/lacheur42 · 1 pointr/rockhounds

I don't have a lot of money to throw at this hobby, and going to the local rock club to use their tools isn't appealing to me personally, so I bought this:

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B003HIWR08/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

And used this blade, which I very much recommend.

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00009YUJT/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

It's half the thickness of the stock blade, so you waste less material, and it's held up quite well. I don't do a huge amount of cutting, but I've sawn through dozens of fist sized rocks and lots of roughing out cabs, and it's showing no signs of slowing down yet.

One nice thing I've found is that since the diamonds cover the last 1/2" or so of blade, you can use the side of it to do a little seat-of-your-pants cabochon shaping.

All in all, the only real limitation is the size. You're limited to fist sized rocks. Although you can cut a radius as deep as possible, then tap to break it and hope for the best.

u/jassack04 · 1 pointr/BuyItForLife

This is the saw that you will find in garages and construction sites across the country. It is an extremely well built, sturdy, accurate saw. And it's not crazy expensive.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004YIALZI/ref=mp_s_a_1?qid=1367836425&sr=8-2&pi=SL75

After that, I'd consider getting one of the 4ft clamp guides, like this one from Emerson, or Kreg makes one as well: http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0000DYV40/ref=mp_s_a_1?qid=1367836606&sr=8-4&pi=SL75

u/irishtayto · 1 pointr/woodworking

I just got a new DeWALT tool too, my first table saw!!

DeWALT DWE7491RS

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00F2CGXGG/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

My next tool might be this planer but really I think I should get a nice bandsaw before getting a planer (correct me if I'm wrong). Me thinks hand planing will be nice.. something that's actually done by hand and not some electronic.

u/jakkarth · 0 pointsr/woodworking

$1500USD for a saw with a stamped aluminum body and table, rickety base using wheels for half its contact with the ground, direct drive? Maybe I'm missing something. It looks like most other jobsite saws like this DeWalt.

Edit: it appears that I was indeed missing lots of somethings. Thanks for the education :)

u/NWVoS · 0 pointsr/HomeImprovement

I would skip the Harbor Freight tools. If you want a miter saw, you can go with the Hitachi C10FCE2 for $130 new Amazon or $117 from Amazon Warehouse. Or you can get the C10FCH2 for $170 new or $140 Amazon Warehouse.

If you can wait a little bit, you can find the C10FCE2 on sale for $100. I bought mine for that price at Lowes in the middle of June. Amazon had it for the same price at the time.

Of the miter saws you have I would go with the Ryobi 10"; it is better quality than the Harbor Freight tools even if it is not the best quality.

u/Jbrooks544 · -1 pointsr/woodworking

Best hand power tool option is a Bosch jigsaw. I could probably make those drawers with one. I prefer the barrel grip model http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004323NQ4?vs=1