Tools, Sharpening and Power Machinery - miter saw

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alorenzo
12-20-03, 11:20 AM
I'm looking to buy a compound miter saw. Can anyone recommend a brand to go with. I'm a do it yourselfer, not a contractor. I was looking at the 10" laser compound miter saw made by ryobi and craftsman, both for about $150. Any ideas?

GregH
12-20-03, 07:23 PM
alorenzo:

The Craftsman is likely made by Ryobi.
Either would likely work fine for you.
Dave_D1945
12-21-03, 07:56 PM
I think you'll like either one. Buy yourself a good quality carbide blade with at least 60 tpi (teeth per inch) for trim and molding work. Use the blade that comes with the saw for rough work.

txpilot
12-24-03, 06:54 AM
Alorenzo,
Please reference my thread on Mitre saws: Dewalt vs. Ryobi. Obviously, I'm a novice on mitre saws since I just got mine, so take this for what it's worth.

I would recommend looking at a 12" rather than 10". I'm not sure what kind of work you're planning, but it may be better to spend the extra for a larger saw that would be more suited for future projects. A 10" cannot do a 45 degree miter cut on anything larger than a 2x4.

I eventually ended up getting the Dewalt 705S and I'm very satisfied with my purchase. You've got my two cents!

txpilot