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Posted: 3/17/2019 10:52:19 PM EDT
I once used to moonlight as a framing carpenter. Even built my own house later, so I've seen and used different Skillsaws. The one I've owned for the last ten years was a cheap Black and Decker that replaced my previous cheap Black and Decker. The fence on this thing is flimsy and I've about tired of making crooked cuts because of the flexibility of the fence. Back when I was doing side work in construction, the best saws then were the Makitas. The best in those lot were the worm drive Makitas.
I don't want to use the heavier worm drive saws, but I would like a nicer direct drive that has a dead rigid fence. A fence that when adjusted to 22 degrees, stays at 22 degrees. I've been out of the field for years. Are the Makitas still considered the best in the upper class of Skillsaws? I'm looking for fairly light weight, but one that does not move from where it is set. Some of the work I have planned will be rough decorative cuts on standing deck posts. If you've done this before, you know of what I speak. I was making posts for a reloading bench today and ruined a couple of cuts because the flimsiness of the old cheap saw. You current carpenters have some favorites you'd recommend? Thanks. |
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Skilsaw worm drive...
Although the new cordless stuff out there is pretty intriguing. |
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Makita This one.
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Bosch worm drive, been using mine for a living for 15 years and going strong.
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Makita This one. View Quote |
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Bosch worm drive, been using mine for a living for 15 years and going strong. View Quote |
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Chopsaw for best accuracy. I use one for framing, Its a little slower but much better. After 30 years, I don't care about speed, I want accurate, clean cuts. Direct drives depend on the cheap bearing in the motor to keep the blade from wobbling. They often fail early causing a wobbly blade which in turn makes it hard to cut straight. If weights a concern, get a Skil 77magnesium.
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Makita This one. View Quote |
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We use Milwaukee 18v for cordless. Skill Mag 77s for corded. They compliment each other well. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes |
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Chopsaw for best accuracy. I use one for framing, Its a little slower but much better. After 30 years, I don't care about speed, I want accurate, clean cuts. Direct drives depend on the cheap bearing in the motor to keep the blade from wobbling. They often fail early causing a wobbly blade which in turn makes it hard to cut straight. If weights a concern, get a Skil 77magnesium. View Quote |
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Makita This one. |
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I've got Skils, but wanted a new saw last summer for a project and bought a Rigid. No complaints, at work we're using cordless Makita 36v 7.25" saws. They're not bad at all.
ETA 10 years ago Bosch was just a 15amp version of a skil77. Literally the same company, just a different line of products with better motors and slightly different aesthetics. |
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I once used to moonlight as a framing carpenter. Even built my own house later, so I've seen and used different Skillsaws. The one I've owned for the last ten years was a cheap Black and Decker that replaced my previous cheap Black and Decker. The fence on this thing is flimsy and I've about tired of making crooked cuts because of the flexibility of the fence. Back when I was doing side work in construction, the best saws then were the Makitas. The best in those lot were the worm drive Makitas. I don't want to use the heavier worm drive saws, but I would like a nicer direct drive that has a dead rigid fence. A fence that when adjusted to 22 degrees, stays at 22 degrees. I've been out of the field for years. Are the Makitas still considered the best in the upper class of Skillsaws? I'm looking for fairly light weight, but one that does not move from where it is set. Some of the work I have planned will be rough decorative cuts on standing deck posts. If you've done this before, you know of what I speak. I was making posts for a reloading bench today and ruined a couple of cuts because the flimsiness of the old cheap saw. You current carpenters have some favorites you'd recommend? Thanks. View Quote I’ve used Makitas more than any other (DeWalt, B&D, P/C, battery DeWalt, Makita) I find myself always longing for the Makita 5007 DD, blade on the right. I can cut 6” circles with that thing and is comfortable for me as I’ve used those the most. Haven’t used worm drive in much of a capacity. Although am looking to get the flex volt worm drive to compliment the direct drive 7 1/4” flexvolt. |
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Makita This one. View Quote |
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I’ll vote for Bosch. I have a cheap Porter Cable that does ok as a backup but the Bosch is very nice.
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Quoted: Came here to post this. It was the one most recommended by friends that use them to put food on their table. View Quote |
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If you already have Makita 18v stuff, this is the saw you want. Corded stuff is like using a flip phone nowadays. Nobody is innovating flip phones and the same goes for corded saws.
MAKITA 18V Rear Handled Circular Saw XSR01 |
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All we use at work are 8 1/4 blade worm drive skill saws I believe it's the biggest one they make ,heavy as fuck I wouldn't want to be climbing around a roof with one
I always liked the porter cable mini boss because it had the blade on the same side that I'm used to but the problem with that is you can only put a 5 1/2 or 6 1/2 inch blade on those the one area technology hasn't caught up to is in the skill saw world apart from cordless stuff , you would think someone would have come up with a much lighter big saw by now . |
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Second mention of the Skill 77. I will investigate. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Quoted:
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I've already got a full set of 18v Makita cordless stuff (drill, impact drill and sawzall) but I want a corded saw for this. Amazon link. $189.00 |
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Quoted: It is literally the saw that built modern America. Amazon link. $189.00 https://www.acmetoolstore.com/wcsstore/ExtendedSitesCatalogAssetStore/images/catalog/products/original/0DAE16BF-FD79-43C9-8F20-54BFC6AA45C9.jpg https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/61dQTWFHa2L._SL1000_.jpg View Quote |
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I like the blade on the left Bosch
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Quoted: If the Mag is too heavy, maybe you should start working out more. He has an 18v if he wants light and fast. View Quote |
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One of the better framing crews I work with from time to time swear by these. They're well balanced and light feeling in the hand.
https://www.amazon.com/DEWALT-DCS577X1-FLEXVOLT-Style-Battery/dp/B0753PWB8P |
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Not a bad price. The fence looks different than the older ones I have used, but looks solid. Not a bad price, either. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Quoted:
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Makita This one. |
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Quoted: It is literally the saw that built modern America. Amazon link. $189.00 https://www.acmetoolstore.com/wcsstore/ExtendedSitesCatalogAssetStore/images/catalog/products/original/0DAE16BF-FD79-43C9-8F20-54BFC6AA45C9.jpg https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/61dQTWFHa2L._SL1000_.jpg View Quote Spend a few bucks more and get the magnesium case. Much lighter. The 10" Skil portable table saw is outstanding as well. Same wormdrive power as the framing saws. |
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They’re still 5Ibs heavier than a typical side winder and best used drop cutting because of the narrow foot, the rear handle and the added weight. I’ve used alot of saws over 35 years. View Quote |
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If you already have Makita 18v stuff, this is the saw you want. Corded stuff is like using a flip phone nowadays. Nobody is innovating flip phones and the same goes for corded saws. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O4nsLuGo77E View Quote |
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It is literally the saw that built modern America. Amazon link. $189.00 https://www.acmetoolstore.com/wcsstore/ExtendedSitesCatalogAssetStore/images/catalog/products/original/0DAE16BF-FD79-43C9-8F20-54BFC6AA45C9.jpg https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/61dQTWFHa2L._SL1000_.jpg View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Quoted:
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I've already got a full set of 18v Makita cordless stuff (drill, impact drill and sawzall) but I want a corded saw for this. Amazon link. $189.00 https://www.acmetoolstore.com/wcsstore/ExtendedSitesCatalogAssetStore/images/catalog/products/original/0DAE16BF-FD79-43C9-8F20-54BFC6AA45C9.jpg https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/61dQTWFHa2L._SL1000_.jpg |
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If the Mag is too heavy, maybe you should start working out more. He has an 18v if he wants light and fast. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes |
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Quoted: Sidewinders are for homeowners. I’m surprised a pro contractor with 35 years of experience would bother breathing that. View Quote Oh crap....I just turned my own thread into a 9mm vs .40 deal. |
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It is literally the saw that built modern America. Amazon link. $189.00 https://www.acmetoolstore.com/wcsstore/ExtendedSitesCatalogAssetStore/images/catalog/products/original/0DAE16BF-FD79-43C9-8F20-54BFC6AA45C9.jpg https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/61dQTWFHa2L._SL1000_.jpg View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Quoted:
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I've already got a full set of 18v Makita cordless stuff (drill, impact drill and sawzall) but I want a corded saw for this. Amazon link. $189.00 https://www.acmetoolstore.com/wcsstore/ExtendedSitesCatalogAssetStore/images/catalog/products/original/0DAE16BF-FD79-43C9-8F20-54BFC6AA45C9.jpg https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/61dQTWFHa2L._SL1000_.jpg |
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All we use at work are 8 1/4 blade worm drive skill saws I believe it's the biggest one they make ,heavy as fuck I wouldn't want to be climbing around a roof with one I always liked the porter cable mini boss because it had the blade on the same side that I'm used to but the problem with that is you can only put a 5 1/2 or 6 1/2 inch blade on those the one area technology hasn't caught up to is in the skill saw world apart from cordless stuff , you would think someone would have come up with a much lighter big saw by now . View Quote |
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It's a fold out hook for hanging it on 2x lumber View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes |
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I'm right handed and prefer the blade on the left side so I can watch my cut line. My Porter Cable saws are still going strong from 15 to 20 years ago. Not sure what's out there now but I know I'll never buy a blade on the right circular saw.
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Makita This one. View Quote |
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