The Chop Saw Reviews are In: Take a Look at These Chop Saw Models!
Reviewing the Makita LS1013FL
Whilst researching the chop saw markets it has become apparent from reading chop saw reviews which ones are considered by most customers to be a good buy. Obviously you can go down to your local DIY shop and browse there to get a good impression of what size and make you think you’re after, but the internet cannot be beaten for gathering information and finding the cheapest prices! If you’re in the market to buy a sliding chop saw, then look no further than the saw made by Makita, or product number LS1013FL. The sliding saw comes with a one-year warranty, has a quiet motor and comes equipped with a 70-tooth blade. Reviewers found that the saw was comparable to other more expensive models when it came to overall performance and convenience. Able to make exceptionally smooth cuts on boards up to a foot wide, the saw can also take on denser kinds of wood. In addition, the drop saw comes equipped with electronic speed control and a laser guide too. Compared to most brands of the same caliber, this model, made by Makita, is far less expensive, or about half the cost of the other more costly brands, and has many of the same features. Seemingly, it only has one functional drawback, and that’s its limited 45-degree bevel. The saw retails online for about $500.
The Ridgid Model 10888 CM 1450
Of course, if you’re in the market for a standard wood chop saw or metal saw, there are plenty of chop saws online. Major brands include Hitachi, the already mentioned Makita, Bosch, DEWALT and Ryobi. For example, Ridgid makes a model (10888 CM 1450) 14-inch Abrasive chop saw. It has a vise that releases quickly, so clamping is made simpler. The ergonomic D-handle on the metal saw supplies a good grip while the adjustment on the fence allows you to set it easily for exact cuts. The metal chop saw features heavy-duty, steel gears, a sturdy motor housing made of cast aluminum with a cast iron base and non-slip feet made of rubber to keep it solid and steady. Cost for the Ridgid model is a little over $200.
DEWALT’s Model #28715
Another 5-star rated chop saw is the DEWALT 14-inch saw (Model #D28715). What’s nice about this chop saw is that it features a keyless blade change system. Therefore, blade changes can be made without difficulty. The 15 amp, 5.5 horsepower motor excels in performance and supplies more in the way of overload capacity. In addition, the vice permits quick clamping for varied sizes of materials, which results in more efficient and enhanced productivity. The saw includes four drilled holes in its base for easy attachment to workbenches. Its broad, steel base allows the user to cut longer pieces of wood or metal as well. This DEWALT saw is reasonably priced and retails for around $200.
A Versatile, Reliable Tool
A chopping saw is a versatile tool, and the tool of choice for any remodeling or framing work. Abrasive saws are useful in cutting metal studs for drywall framing and wood or miter saws can be used for constructing decks or building outside buildings, such as tree houses and utility sheds.
Read the Reviews
Whether you are a do-it-yourselfer or a carpenter, it’s well worth your while to check out the various saws and chop saw reviews on the Internet. You’re sure to find a chop saw that’s made for your particular woodworking or metal cutting needs.