Miter Saws

[Rebeldad1]

I still long for a good, old-school radial arm saw though. They seem to be hard to come by
Rob

Rob around here they are quite plentiful at times. Too old school for most. They do take up room though.

 

[BigBlue1]

I agree the Delta saw you refer is a nice saw. But, it just does not make sense to me to spend $600 range on a saw for occasional DYI use.

I had an old Craftsman 10" radial arm saw that I gave away. Too bad you are not closer to SW Mich, my step dad, who is in his 90's, has the same saw that has not been used for years. PM me if your interested!

The Delta Cruzer can be had for $500, but yeah I get the cost thing for occasional use. However, I always figure I buy good stuff and it will last for decades so it is worth it to me. I figured after 3 pages you probably had your plan worked out but just wanted to comment on how much the sliding saw was an upgrade for me after being happy with my non-sliding for 15+ years.

Rob

 

[BigBlue1]

Rob around here they are quite plentiful at times. Too old school for most. They do take up room though.

Interesting. I'd love one like I used to use back in HS or at the lumberyard I worked at in college. I've got a big shed so space isn't my issue.

Thanks,
Rob

 

[rgr33]

I have the Dewalt DS 715 model you mentioned, I paid $200 for it on sale on Amazon. I probably use it the same way as you intend to, and it has been very impressive so far. One thing I did was change out the original blade for A Freud, and I would highly recommend that
I also inherited a Dewalt 10 inch, which I use in the barn for cutting just about anything, there is a noticeable difference in usability between the 2 sizes.

 

[jaydee325]

The Delta Cruzer can be had for $500, but yeah I get the cost thing for occasional use. However, I always figure I buy good stuff and it will last for decades so it is worth it to me. I figured after 3 pages you probably had your plan worked out but just wanted to comment on how much the sliding saw was an upgrade for me after being happy with my non-sliding for 15+ years.

Rob

Wasn't trying to disparage posts that moved the price point upwards. I research the you know what about stuff before I buy (much to my wife's chagrin!!). LOL

 

[Frankenkubota]

I just bought the Rigid slider and their stand. Again, it works fine and they stand behind their products.

 

[Citydude]

Sounds like a simple 10" or 12" miter saw will work fine for you. I have used a simple 10" miter saw for years with no regret. I also recently bought two Dewalt 10" miter saws off Craigslist. both for $100.00 or less. Both like new. There are a lot of people who buy them and dont use them or bought for a project band selling when done.
Here is an example... A good saw
Delta 1" Power Miter Saw - tools - by owner - sale

Most any saw in like new condition will get the job done. you can cut like a pro if you just take a few minutes to do a FULL adjustment on the saw before you use it. One of my saws the guy was happy to get rid of it. Always left a gap because it wouldnt cut square. This saw was as NEW. just needed to be set up correctly.

I have that same Delta saw I bought new years ago. Remodeled 2 houses with it. It worked flawlessly.

 

[jaydee325]

I bought a saw today. Found it on Craigs List! Was only about 5 miles from my house and was a person I've known since high school! Actually spent more time reminiscing than looking at the saw. This guy takes very good care of his stuff and even had the owners manual!

It is a Craftsman 10" compound miter from 1995. It's in very good shape. First thing I did was check the adjustments and made some test cuts on some scrap. All angles were right on.

For what I've got into it, I'm not going to get hurt if I out grow it in the future.

Thanks for taking the time to respond.

 

[Rebeldad1]

Wise choice. Enjoy!

 

[Macinnis]

The Delta Cruzer can be had for $500, but yeah I get the cost thing for occasional use. However, I always figure I buy good stuff and it will last for decades so it is worth it to me. I figured after 3 pages you probably had your plan worked out but just wanted to comment on how much the sliding saw was an upgrade for me after being happy with my non-sliding for 15+ years.

Rob

I got mine via menards for just over $300. They go on sales at Home Depot, but I never saw it that cheap at those stores.