2LaneCruzer
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I have a Haitachi (sp?) sliding compound miter saw and I wouldn't trade it for all the chop saws in China. It was not cheap; I paid something like $400 for it probably 10 or 12 years ago, but it was worth it to me.
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Yeah, I think for $250 I'd aim for a good 10" or 12" compound miter. Be hard to get a good slider in that range. But if you think a slider is important (I wish I had gotten one) then maybe increase the budget. My non-slider covers 85% of my needs, but there are many wide boards it won't handle.
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Defiantly get the sliding saw, with a 12" blade. I have the Craftsman, with the laser and it will square cut a 2x12 .
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EddieWalker
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I'm a tool snob. I work with tools for my living and have found that it is far cheaper to buy the best tool possible, then to buy something that costs less and it not last, or even worse, doesn't perform.
I've had my Delta miter saw for close to 15 years now and it just keeps on going. When I buy another, it will probably be either Makita or Bosch. Those are my two favorite brands by far.
I've had my Delta miter saw for close to 15 years now and it just keeps on going. When I buy another, it will probably be either Makita or Bosch. Those are my two favorite brands by far.
Gem99ultra
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You'll definitely want a sliding miter saw to cut "12 inch" planks or 4 x 6 beams (or larger).
I have a Dewalt 12 In. Sliding Compound Miter Saw — Model DWS780, so I wouldn't be able to comment on the $250 max part. But - my philosophy is, Buy Right or Buy Twice, which eliminates HF tools. Sorry HF fans - I only buy consumables from HF. Too many near injuries from trying to use them in my infant stage.
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I don't know about Sandbur's version, but Norm built one that looks nice.
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I needed a 12" compound slider to cut tall baseboard (9 1/2") and thick 4x4s. I tried really hard to like the Harbor Freight 12" sliding compound. Never could get it to zero right in all planes. Finally discovered that the one-piece cast aluminum back fence was just slightly warped. Being one piece, it could not be adjusted. Traded it in for another. Same problem. Gave up and bought the Hitachi at Costco ($400). It has been really worth the extra $. Just perfect in every way. Also bought the Costco portable saw stand with extendable ball bearing roller outriggers ($60). That has also been way more than worth it.
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When I bout about 10 years ago I bouyt a 12" double bevel DeWalt. I didn't use it much the first couple years. Now I wish I had the sliding model. There are some cuts I can't make without flipping the board over. Someday ill probably shop craigslist for another Dewalt slider that will accept the attachments I have on my current saw.
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I bought used from a guy who had listed his Dewalt 12" slider compound mitre saw at my local lumberyard for sale. I met him for an agreed upon price, and have been happy with it and the rollable stand, by Rigid, I bought later to hold the saw.
The saw is awesome, and heavy; which is why the older carpenter was selling it. It had had a lot of use, but was tuneable, easy to get parts for, and has done everything one could ask from it.
I'm not a wood butcher, so it doesn't get but occasional use, and when it does it performs great. I added a laser to the blade as an extra line up guide, upgraded the bagging system and took it apart to lube the turntable.
I' go used or reconditioned, there are places on the net that sell hardly used tools for reduced prices- check them out for availability.
Good luck.
The saw is awesome, and heavy; which is why the older carpenter was selling it. It had had a lot of use, but was tuneable, easy to get parts for, and has done everything one could ask from it.
I'm not a wood butcher, so it doesn't get but occasional use, and when it does it performs great. I added a laser to the blade as an extra line up guide, upgraded the bagging system and took it apart to lube the turntable.
I' go used or reconditioned, there are places on the net that sell hardly used tools for reduced prices- check them out for availability.
Good luck.
