I had a 10" Dewalt compound miter saw for around 12 years (light duty). It still works great kzread.infoUgkxPeGkHOMe05FySypTOvYumxMn-xi39oRe but I wanted something bigger. My only complaint about the 10" was the location of the motor, and this version fixes that issue. The XPS system works well. My only request for future versions is a dust collection port (or adapter) that fits large shop vac hoses (or standard PVC pipe fittings) a little better. But that's not a complaint, just a request.

QUESTION OF THE DAY: What do you primarily build with a compound miter saw? Would you prefer to use it in a portable stand or a custom built miter station?

@chrisd4251

5 жыл бұрын

I do primarily crown (cabinet and standard wall), trim, built ins. I'm buying this saw probably tomorrow. I've been using the Hercules from Harbor Freight as an experiment for the last two months. It actually is a good saw, that cuts very accurately. I'm returning it because (a) the dust collection is horrible, and I do most of my cutting indoors attached to a vac, (b) it just feels "tight", wereas the DeWalt I used for 15 years was smooth from day one.

Finally able to start building a wood shop and just picked this up at Lowes for $349, what a deal! So excited to get going on all my upcoming projects! Thanks for the great review.

@MarkThomasBuilder

5 жыл бұрын

I'm sure you'll be happy you bought it. The saw is so versatile and accurate as well. Good luck on your projects!

@garymaxwell7696

Жыл бұрын

@@MarkThomasBuilder ree R213BNF W 1

As a super beginner, you answered a TON of my questions. Thank you!

@MarkThomasBuilder

4 жыл бұрын

I'm glad to hear you found it helpful.

This is only the second video of yours i have seen, & it too was great! i'd just pointed out to my husband, how another you tube channel was re-doing a miter station, but NOT upgrading his DeWalt to a sliding model. I knew Makita & Bosch made some awesome one's & so i assumed DeWalt made a competing version. Your video popped up next so i could say "see, look, DeWalt needed to hook him up with the 779". So thanks,👍, i'll be checking out your other videos!-Lisa

@MarkThomasBuilder

5 жыл бұрын

Awesome, great to hear that! I'm looking forward to some building projects with my miter saw this summer. I'll feature them on my channel. Thanks for watching and your encouragement!

@koliomitev233

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers for the video content! Sorry for butting in, I am interested in your opinion. Have you heard about - Schallingora Dexterous Programme Scheme (erm, check it on google should be there)? It is a smashing exclusive guide for building any shed in no time with no experience without the normal expense. Ive heard some decent things about it and my friend Sam at very last got great results with it.

Very good review.. you basically cover all my queries 👍

@MarkThomasBuilder

Жыл бұрын

Cool, thanks for sharing brother!👊

Great video! I’m buying this tomorrow.

@MarkThomasBuilder

5 жыл бұрын

This saw is a must-have for all sorts of wood working projects. I"m sure you'll be hapyy with it.

Great video and thank you for your time

@MarkThomasBuilder

4 жыл бұрын

Any time

Another great review Mark. That is a great saw. I purchased the 60 volt (DHS716AT2) and she is smooth!

@MarkThomasBuilder

5 жыл бұрын

I haven't tried the battery powered one yet, that's good to know, thanks!

Great walkthrough of the saw, just ordered one from homedepot while they're having a crazy sale.

@MarkThomasBuilder

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I see their special buy price on it. You'll love this saw!

@MarkThomasBuilder

4 жыл бұрын

It's a great saw. I started out with a basic 12 DeWalt saw many years ago, before this one and it's paid for itself many times over. Now it's nice to have the sliding feature and double-bevel.

Great Review Mark ! just subscribed 👍

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mike, appreciate it brother!👊

6:30 It is possible to add the same XPS LED light (not a laser, unfortunately) that's on the DWS780 to this DWS779. A kit to do this can be found for around $80 shipped, and the installation is very straightforward.

@MarkThomasBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

I like the light kit idea. I have a Milwaukee saw with that shadow light and it works awesome. I should put it on this saw. Thanks!

"If I lost it, I'd buy another one", great quote, says is all! Great video !

@MarkThomasBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

Cool, I'm glad to hear you like my way of describing things.

@itzNickyJayBeats

3 жыл бұрын

@@MarkThomasBuilder How is the saw doing today? Still enjoy it? This is the model that I am really wanting. But I am also pretty new to wood working. Any suggestions?

@digiwhite6470

3 жыл бұрын

Lovely Video clip! Sorry for butting in, I would appreciate your opinion. Have you considered - Schallingora Dexterous Programme Scheme (google it)? It is a good one off guide for building any shed in no time with no experience without the headache. Ive heard some pretty good things about it and my work buddy finally got amazing results with it.

Great saw, just picked the DWS779 on clearance @ Home Depot for $200.

@MarkThomasBuilder

4 жыл бұрын

Whoa, that's a great deal!

I actually have both the DW779 and an antique DeWalt MBF radial arm saw. I love the ras because it's incredibly precise. There are micro adjust screws and you can get perfect, repeatable cuts. The key is to get a negative hook blade and they're very safe. I love the portability of the DW779. You can also dial it in to being pretty precise. The deflection in the arm and large blade make it not quite as precise, but we're splitting microscopic hairs. Both saws are outstanding

@MarkThomasBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

I think I'd consider a ras if I had a bigger shop and a negative hook blade. Thanks for sharing the info. I'll have to look up info on it.

@littleshopofsawdust1157

3 жыл бұрын

@@MarkThomasBuilder you should look into getting the Mr Sawdust book. It's the bible for setting up, restoring and operating the old DeWalt RAS. Those things are a thing of engineering beauty and art. I have a very deep love for mine. Of all of the tools in my shop, it is my most treasured.

Great purchase !

@MarkThomasBuilder

5 жыл бұрын

I'm really liking it so far!

Really great info , nice video

@MarkThomasBuilder

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! If you're in the market for a saw, Home Depot has some great sales going on now.

just purchased 780 with folding table combo on home depot online special. can not wait for its arrival. have to replace our old deck on back of house.

@MarkThomasBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

Sounds like a nice setup! Let me know how you like the folding table. I haven't had a chance to try it out yet. The shadow light is a great feature with that saw.

There is one feature you missed out in the video. There is 2 metal "handles" or what they are called on the back of the machine very close to the big knob made for bevel cut. Anyway, move this handle and you can go past 45 degres on bevel cut. Also, if you remove the upper part of the fence and put some sacrifice material on the table the saw can cross cut up to something like 16 inches! Sorry for my bad tech english but not american or english.

@MarkThomasBuilder

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for pointing that out. That is an important feature I didn't mention.

I'm looking into getting a miter saw and I'm partial to Dewalt. This model (now the 780) keeps coming up. Your video is a good review. I'm going to seriously look into this one. And by the way, I'm a former professional photographer. Your video is amazingly crisp and you've got the lighting just perfect. Keep it up! 😊

I am in love with this machine oh my Gosh ❤❤❤❤

@MarkThomasBuilder

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, it's awesome. Nice power too.

finally a great review on this product with good quality footage. thanks mark 🙌🏼

@MarkThomasBuilder

4 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful, thanks!

Dang it, I was debating if I should purchase this and now I NEED it 🙂

@MarkThomasBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

You'll be able to build many great things with it. If you're looking for a nice accessory upgrade, check out this video. It only takes 15 minutes to install. Definitely worth it. kzread.info/dash/bejne/qqSG2aiBqcLWmJM.html

@littleshopofsawdust1157

3 жыл бұрын

Do it. You'll love the saw.

great video!!! thanks

@MarkThomasBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I'm planning on making a video very soon where I install a LED shadow light to this. It's essentially a cheaper way to upgrade this saw to a DWS780.

If you will stay on the power through your material and all the way back up your blade won't "ring". Thanks for the video!!

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip!

Hey Mark, does "stop" on the side comes with saw and if it does, what is max length?

@MarkThomasBuilder

4 жыл бұрын

It can cut a 2x16 at 90° and it does have a depth stop adjustment, which works well for lap joints.

I have a DW 718, but, I'm getting ready to purchase a DWS779 from Rural King for 399.00. I applied for a RK credit card which will save me another 5% cash back. Thanks for your unboxing review. I really liked my 718 so I know this will be a nice upgrade

@MarkThomasBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

Sounds like a good deal, it's a great saw. If you like the DWS779, please watch my next video which will be out about in the afternoon today.

great video, i am new into woodworking and am having a tough time trying to decide what miter saw to get i was debating between slide vs non slide 12 vs 10 10 slide 12 slide i tell myself i can always go to my table saw, it is a Metabo on a rolling stand but it may come in handy to stick with the miter unless its completely necessary to use the table saw.

@MarkThomasBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

This is an amazing saw and you can lock it in place from sliding if you don't want to use that feature. I'm working on a video for next week showing the shadow light accessory installation. It will make this saw an amazing choice. I have that shadow light on another saw and it's a game changer.

@sflagg0817

3 жыл бұрын

@@MarkThomasBuilder thanks I picked up the Dewalt DWS 715 it was 219 I also had briefly the Ridgid 10 non slide, it had the shadow but it smelled like something was burning when I would make a cut, unfortunate cause I liked it and it was the same price I believe same as the Ryobi 10 slide but I really didn't have the clearance in back unless I rearrange my area. Anyway I'm on work the next 3 days 12 hours so j didn't open the new one yet with any luck my SB squares will win and I'll return and upgrade. Thanks

I can't understand why people say radial arm saw"s are dangerous. I've had mine for 20 years and I still have 8 of my fingers.

@MarkThomasBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

Haha, they need an instruction guide for anyone that's ever bought one or inherited one. I was self taught on one which was a little scary at times.

@littleshopofsawdust1157

3 жыл бұрын

@@MarkThomasBuilder there's a great guide. It's the Mr Sawdust book. 😊

Great review. Very helpful. Can I have serial numbers of metal supports you use for repetive cuts during the video. For e.g. on 0:40m of the movie and another one on 8:23 min, both on right bottom side of the clip

@MarkThomasBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

This work stop is a DW7302 made for the DW730 work stand. I also put the work support accessory, the DW7301 on it too. This has been a great stand for my saws. I've had it for many years, so I don't know if they still sell it.

Years ago there was a series of projects from the American Plywood Assoc. and I used our radial arm saw for all the cuts in a gun cabinet project made from several sheets of 3/4 plywood. That saw did a marvelous ob of sutting smooth and square. The problem with radial arm saws is their lack of portability. Most trades people now will use their portable table saw and a miter saw due the portability of these pieces of equimpment. If I had the space, I would have a radial arm saw simply for all its versatility.

@MarkThomasBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

That's true, they're not very portable. I never had training on one and sent some pieces of wood across the room a few times. If I had the training, I'm sure I'd appreciate them a lot more.

for about $80 shipped I upgraded mine from the 779 to a 780 with the light kit, IMO it's better than the laser since it casts a shadow of the blade giving an exact line of cut. With a laster it has to be aligned and checked every once in a while. Turns a $350 saw into a $600 model with 15 mins and $80

@MarkThomasBuilder

4 жыл бұрын

I have a light kit on another saw and I can't believe how much I like it. I don't know how I ever got along without it. Thanks for the advice, I may add it to this saw very soon.

good review, thanks. A bevel cut in both directions would've been nice demo.

@MarkThomasBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I'll keep that in mind next time.

I bought the same one from lowes and it had extension handles to carry. Yours didnt come with that?

@MarkThomasBuilder

5 жыл бұрын

I don't recall the extension handles. I mounted mine on a mobile saw station, so I haven't lifted it lately.

@librarymark

4 жыл бұрын

So that's what those things are for! Thanks!

does the saw slide about as perfect and smooth as possible? My ridgid is a little bumpy, not bad, but enough to notice...

@MarkThomasBuilder

5 жыл бұрын

Yes, it moves around nice and smooth.

On sale right now at Lowe's for $399 for the saw + saw stand. Need to build a fence and do some crown moulding. Nice review!

@MarkThomasBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, that's a great deal! I just ordered a shadow light kit to upgrade this saw. That video will be out in the next 2 weeks.

@centers46

3 жыл бұрын

Home depot and Amazon has it for $349, Lowe's will price match if you can show them these prices.

@jameshill4900

3 жыл бұрын

@@MarkThomasBuilder Did you install the kit? I was under the impression that this particular model can't have that upgrade (doesn't have that small plastic cover to pop off on the blade)

Really well done factual video! I have an early 70's Craftsman radial arm saw which I love, although at this point it's more for nostalgic reasons (belonged to my Dad) - I've also thrown a board across the room and agree it's dangerous as hell. Is there anything that you think I'd miss by switching to the Dewalt?

@MarkThomasBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

You wouldn't look back if you bought this saw! I'm glad that I'm not the only one who can share past experiences with radial arm saws.

@johnsteven1247

2 жыл бұрын

@@MarkThomasBuilder I used my radial arm saw, where i could set the height of the blade above the table, to cut perfect dado joints in rails to receive steps for a staircase, and to cut tenons at the ends of 6x6" posts for porch construction. AFAIK, you can't do that with a compound sliding mitre saw - or does someone make one where you can?

I wished that you had talked about the double bevel feature. Why do I need that? I need to cut a 10 1/2" trim board at a 45* angle and my older Dewalt chop saw can't do it.

@MarkThomasBuilder

4 жыл бұрын

Sorry about that. It works very well for bevel cuts.

I used my radial arm saw, where i could set the height of the blade above the table, to cut perfect dado joints in rails to receive steps for a staircase, and to cut tenons at the ends of 6x6" posts for porch construction. AFAIK, you can't do that with a compound sliding mitre saw - or does someone make one where you can?

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

They make an adjustable stop for this sliding saw for cutting fence posts. It's also a feature on the Milwaukee saw too. I don't use that feature that much, but may make an Instagram reel showing it in action for that type of project.

How well does it cut 4x4's

@MarkThomasBuilder

4 жыл бұрын

Like a hot knife through butter! This is a great saw.

You mentioned that you can cut wood up to 16” wide. Is that on the 90 with the slide?

@MarkThomasBuilder

4 жыл бұрын

Yes, it cuts 2x6 dimensional lumber at 90 degrees.

@GT-ik1rh

4 жыл бұрын

@@MarkThomasBuilder ,, 2x6? or 2x 16?

I just ordered the same saw, any idea why my guard isn't working? Guard link is connected just like yours and I'm out of ideas

@MarkThomasBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

I haven't heard of any common issues with the guard. I can't say without looking at it.

I picked this up today. I was considering the Bosch but the price here was too good to pass up. Anyone know if the XPS LED kit improves usage and stays accurate?

@MarkThomasBuilder

5 жыл бұрын

That's cool, its a great saw. I've heard good things about adding it on and it staying accurate. I haven't done it yet, but hope to get one and make a video about it sometime soon.

@lostintools2507

5 жыл бұрын

I installed the XPS LED kit on my 779 and really like it. Remember it is a LED that creates a shadow of the blade, so it will always be accurate. In contrast, a laser can go out of alignment over time.

@MrAgentMann

4 жыл бұрын

@@lostintools2507 I did the upgrade as well. Amazing difference. Bought the upgrade kit from mmtools.com. Now I have a 780 equivalent ($600 saw) and I only have $400 in it.

What is the largest trim board it can cut at 90°???

@MarkThomasBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

A 2x14 at 90 degrees.

How to bevel on the right side? I can only turn it to the left. Mine is double bevel but I can only tilt to the left.

@MarkThomasBuilder

4 жыл бұрын

There is a release to make it go right. I'm guessing most users just tilt the blade to the left.

Hello Mark just bought mine but one question does it come with a manual book?

@MarkThomasBuilder

4 жыл бұрын

Yes, it should come with one. You may want to look all around carefully. Sometimes it gets tucked in the foam slot or somewhere else. You can always get it online too.

Please, can it be used to cut metals by changing the blade?

@MarkThomasBuilder

5 жыл бұрын

I believe Diablo makes a 12" metal cutting blade that works in this saw. I've made another video showing the Diablo Steel Demon in a circular saw. It's an amazing blade!

Norm is the sexiest man alive! Who doesn't love a guy who can build just about anything? Thanks for your review

@MarkThomasBuilder

4 жыл бұрын

Haha, thanks for stopping by! You bet, I'm glad to help.

Hello from San Luis Potosí México exelent video helps me a lot I ready suscribe to you channel thank you have wonderful day.

@MarkThomasBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks and welcome. I'm going to put the LED shadow light kit on this very soon in a video.

@jacintoaguilar446

3 жыл бұрын

@@MarkThomasBuilder ok Sr thank you

Hi Mark -- Nice review and I ordered this saw which will be coming this week. One question about depth of cut: can you shed some insight as to why Dewalt states this saw has a depth of cut of 6 3/4"? I understand how the blade is able to travel that much and go below the surface of the platform -- but the material one is cutting stops at the platform. Maybe I'm missing something here but does it ever matter how much further down the blade will move? For reference, I was comparing this one to the Rigid R4222 -- same price point but with a lifetime warranty -- and the Rigid cutting thickness is stated only as 4". I mean, no 12" round blade can cut through much more than that - once allowing for the arbor and safety guard. Am I right? As for radial arm saws -- yeah, I had a craftsman I bought in the 80s but I'll admit it was a little scary. Liked using it with a dado blade and it could be using for ripping -- also had a drum sanding attachment that screwed onto the opposite side of the blade. But one of the first times I used the radial arm I shot a board clear across the basement into the cinder block wall. Operator error for sure but thankfully no one got hurt!

@MarkThomasBuilder

4 жыл бұрын

Oh man, that radial arm story brings back memories. I started using one when I was 18 without being trained. I had some boards get shot across the room. I was so happy to upgrade to a compound miter saw and never go back.

Hi . Does this saw really cut a 2x16? I really need to get one real soon. I thought I read from dewalt that this saw could only cut up to a 2x14 @ a 90 degree. Thanks!

Hey man,,, just wondering what does the yellow button on the back do ? Thanks

@MarkThomasBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

If you're doing a typical bevel cut, where the saw is tilted to the left, you can return it to the top and it has a positive stop. If you want to make a bevel cut where you tilt it to the right, that yellow button pulls out to release the saw to tilt to the right. Hope that helps.

@andrewinniss2556

3 жыл бұрын

@@MarkThomasBuilder Perfect thanks man

Does this model come with the black handles on the sides?

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

No, it just has the 1 black handle on top.

@Gold-oj8do

2 жыл бұрын

@@MarkThomasBuilder Thank you for getting back to me. Some of the DWS779 have the two black side handles. Do you know why that is? From what I've read some of the 779's are a little different from each other. Have you ever heard that?

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

No, I haven't heard much about other models except for that the 780 has a shadow light or a laser guide.

I bought the 779 two months ago and got the XPS LED light upgrade kit for it and now my saw is a 780.

@MarkThomasBuilder

5 жыл бұрын

Awesome, how much is it? Is it easy to install?

@jasonbabila6006

5 жыл бұрын

The kit was $64.62 from mmtoolparts.com It is very easy to install, the kit has everything you need for the install, it took me about 15 minutes.

@jasonbabila6006

5 жыл бұрын

kzread.info/dash/bejne/jIF-sKdpj9S7gdo.html

@MarkThomasBuilder

5 жыл бұрын

Cool, thanks for the info!

@MarkThomasBuilder

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

I like lazor but irwin Makes adaptor on blade wor k s well

@MarkThomasBuilder

5 жыл бұрын

I'm thinking about adding a laser to it. They look pretty cool!

Would you know the primary differences between this one and the DW780? Curious, because it is quite a bit more expensive.

@MarkThomasBuilder

5 жыл бұрын

That's a great question. The main difference besides the price is that the DW780 includes the Integrated XPS cross-cut positioning system. It's a laser guide that you could also install on the DW779.

@trueemail9687

5 жыл бұрын

@@MarkThomasBuilder Great review, thanks for answering the question as well.

@user-hd8ej8yx9p

5 жыл бұрын

yes, apparently it's just the xps system... save 200 and find your line the right way

@adamd.1803

5 жыл бұрын

The 779 is being discontinued and replaced by the 780 so I imagine the $200 sale on the 779 is an effort to rid it from the retail market. Outside of not having the LED cutting aide, the 779 apparently had some plastic components that were replaced with metal components on the 780. I just bought the 779 and it works great.

@geolisadrag-racing2349

5 жыл бұрын

i think it is just the led "laser" light.

Just picked mine up 1hr ago

@MarkThomasBuilder

4 жыл бұрын

It's an exciting power tool! Probably my favorite to use while building and creating something.

Does anyone have a miter saw station custom build they can recommend?

Great video. These are indeed great saws and I love mine. However, it should be noted that the DWS779 has gone through at least three production versions at the time of this response ... Type 20, 21, and 22 now being the latest. Each production version has obsoleted (ended production of) the prior version. However, you will not find information concerning the production version Type on the product's packaging. The production version Type may only be found on the label affixed to the upper surface of the saw's motor. Suffice it to say that all DWS779 saws are not the same and you have to dig deeper than the model name. When initially produced, the DWS779 and its $200-$250 more expensive sibling, the DSW780, differed only in that the latter featured an LED shadow cut line light (XPS Light). While the DWS779 Type 20, possibly Type 21, and DWS780 may have all of the features shown within this video, the DWS779 Type 22 production version lacks at least following features: - the bevel stop pawls - slide stop lever. I can only surmise that these production changes were introduced to drive down production cost to make it more competitive, profitable, and provide greater differentiation between itself and the DWS780. It should be noted that many had been turning their DWS779 saws into full DWS780 saws by adding an aftermarket LED shadow cut line light for less than half of the cost differential between these two saws. Given this information, should the bevel pawls and slide stop lever be must have features for you, then you will need to purchase the DWS780 rather than the DWS779. Please additionally note that the DWS779 Type 22 saw has no provision to accept the bevel pawls or slide stop lever parts from the DWS780 or DWS779 Type 20/21.

@MarkThomasBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

That's great information, thanks for sharing! I didn't realize they had all those changes to it. I've been thinking about adding the shadow light on this saw. At first I wanted a laser, but now like the shadow light best.

Radial arm saw is awsome for wood working Slide miter saw is perfect for construction I use a radial arm saw for cutting a dado and there way more accurate one of the reasons its more accurate is because there more mass there jus m 2 cents

@MarkThomasBuilder

5 жыл бұрын

I didn't think of a radial arm saw for dado work. It would be perfect for that.

@leviwolf5839

5 жыл бұрын

@@MarkThomasBuilder Ya it great for cutting the dado slots fir sheving better than a table saw

Check out the xps led light you can add to this Saw

@MarkThomasBuilder

4 жыл бұрын

I need to add that to this. If I do, I'll make a video about it.

I'm curious about the stop that appears at 7:32. Did that come with it?

@geolisadrag-racing2349

5 жыл бұрын

i saw that too, i think that is part of his miter stand. Early in video you see plain twist down holder, no stop on fence.

First thing to do with that saw: replace that blade with a Freud Diablo 60 tooth combination blade. No more bell ringing which I am sure you know is the sign of an inferior blade.

@MarkThomasBuilder

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I recently did just what you suggested and made a video review about it. No more bell ringing! 👍

@seadog9298

5 жыл бұрын

@@MarkThomasBuilder good deal. I will watch it.

@Assimilator702

4 жыл бұрын

C Murph Not really if the blade tips are solid carbide which this blade does have. You’re only hearing the steel blade body ringing.

@solidsnake9332

4 жыл бұрын

@@Assimilator702 yup. Even if a little chip hits the blade as its still rotating, and it comes to a stop, you can hear thr overtones

@harleyhawk7959

3 жыл бұрын

ran swing arm saw when I worked in a lumber yard blade always sang. that was when everything was made in USA

Aloha, i will be cutting dimensional 4"X12" stair treads, will this make that cut in a single pass? ps very efficient vid

@MarkThomasBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

I haven't cut that size on this saw, but I'd say it would work for that. I recommend using a nice sharp blade when starting on this project.

Between this saw and the Dewalt 780 which is better ?

@MarkThomasBuilder

4 жыл бұрын

The 780 is nice to haul around to job sites. There have been times when I cut stair treads and stringers where I wish I had a sliding saw. If I could only have one saw, I'd go with this DWS779 sliding saw. I'd like to add on a laser for kicks.

If you use the saw in your shop, you need to have a dust collector. If you use it on job sites... you need to have a dust collector. I personally never work on a jobsite without a good shop vac of some sort to hook up.

@MarkThomasBuilder

4 жыл бұрын

I agree! I used to bring a miter saw in for woking on a punch list for new homes. I really liked using a Craftsman shop vac with a tool activation switch that would run it when the saw starts up and 5 seconds after shutting the saw off. That took care of any dust issue and cleanup.

@schlomoshekelstein908

4 жыл бұрын

hm i wonder what came first dust collection or saws....

At around 5:50 you describe the depth of cut as 6-3/4". But how can a blade with a 12" diameter cut deeper than its 6" radius? 🤔 I can see that it might be able to cut that deep on a thinner board that's on edge on the fence. But you aren't able to slide that 6-3/4" cut along the entire length of the slider, correct?

@MarkThomasBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

Here's an explanation found on the Home Depot website... Tall sliding fences support crown molding up to 7-1/2 in. nested and base molding up to 6-3/4 in. vertically against the fence while easily sliding out of the way for bevel cuts.

YEAH!... In 1973, my dad found his radial arm saw to be a bit dangerous. He turned away from the running saw for a second as the saw slid down the un-leveled arm and took three of his fingers in a micro-second.

@MarkThomasBuilder

4 жыл бұрын

Oh man! That's crazy! I'm glad they're not around much anymore.

@tribulationprepper787

4 жыл бұрын

@@MarkThomasBuilder Dad and the neighbor who started talking to him both learned a lesson. Don't take your attention off of running machinery and don't ever interrupt someone who is using that machinery. By the way, I just bought my 779 for $349 from Lowe's Black Friday sale and it came with a free $200 DeWalt miter saw stand. (Buy one get one free) With my military discount, both items totaled less than $350. (For me... The Deal of the Decade) I wanted the 780 because of the XPS light positioning system but I wasn't willing to pay $600 for that saw with no stand included so I was very happy to find that I could get the XPS lighting as an upgrade for about $75. DeWalt use to sell the upgrade for the saw but has discontinued it for some reason so I looked everywhere I could think of and could only find it at the one place I sent you the online link for. I have a Hitachi miter saw with a laser but the XPS lighting system is much more accurate and it lights the cut area as well, a finger saving bonus!

what miter saw stand are you using

@MarkThomasBuilder

4 жыл бұрын

It's an older Dewalt stand, probably over 10 years old. Overall a great stand.

WHERE U GET THAT EMPIRE TRIANGLE?

@MarkThomasBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

I bought it at Home Depot a couple years ago. Here's a link... homedepot.sjv.io/kDG30

Will it cut 4 x4 in one pass??

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

Yes

@paullasmith4975

2 жыл бұрын

@@MarkThomasBuilder Thank You. Unboxing and showing saw features is fine, but I want to know what is the widest/thickest board this will cut without flipping it over. Hauling the Radial Arm Saw to job sites is cumbersome, but there isn't much it won't do. Looking at also buying a chop saw for smaller jobs.

Cruz ✝️. In the dust collection put on a sock 🧦 a with heavy tap... Jajaja it works

@MarkThomasBuilder

4 жыл бұрын

Good idea, haha! Sounds like it works just fine. I lost one of my dust bags, so I'll give this a try.

@eliascruz9757

4 жыл бұрын

markthomasbuilder PROMO:: Tip think of the fabric of the sock 🧦 an do not forget an size to change time. Like we change it to are feet 🦶.... 😇 God Protect a Bless America 🇺🇸 black lives matter ✝️🛐

How about an update? It's been 2 years is it still good buy?

@MarkThomasBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, it's a great saw that I recently made even better. Check out this shadow line LED light kit video... kzread.info/dash/bejne/qqSG2aiBqcLWmJM.html

What is depth measurement from front of base where it mounts on workbench to the furthest point when slid all the way back. I have been interested in this saw but trying to find out the depth to see if it will fit on my existing miter workbench. I havent found the total footprint dimensions online. Great video.

@MarkThomasBuilder

4 жыл бұрын

I measured 14" from the front of the base to the back of the base. I also measured 28" from the front of the base to the back of the saw, slid all the way back. The dust hose is the furthest back, so you would also have to allow for the dust bag or a hose. Hope that answers your question.

If you like it with the cheap Dewalt blade on it, put a Diablo 80T blade on it. That ringing is cheap metal. The Diablo cuts like butter. Overall though I love this saw. One of my favorite so far.

@MarkThomasBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the advice. I posted a video a few months later with a Diablo 12" blade. Not ringing, just like you predicted. I'm running that same setup currently and also added the LED shadow line light.

I need a vid of setting it up

@MarkThomasBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

Sorry if my video didn't show that. I recall it being pretty easy to set up out of the box. Everything lined up nice and square.

DWS 779 Type 22 missing a few things slide stop, and paw stops. Type 20 and Type 21 are the better saws.

try to position your camera so that you don't block the view of the saw cutting with your arms. Just a tidbit :) otherwise, great video!

@MarkThomasBuilder

5 жыл бұрын

I need a cameraman, lol. I'll work on it.

GREAT VIDEO. DeWalt should have paid you for this. Their instructions SUCKS BIG TIME. Thanks again

@MarkThomasBuilder

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, glad it's helpful.

Please after cutting, wait for the blade stops running and then release it to go up.

@MarkThomasBuilder

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the safety tip. Good advice!

As a home owner you can’t work on shit without a miter saw.

@MarkThomasBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

I agree. It's the best tool I own probably.

On sale at Lowe's for 349......yaaaaup

@MarkThomasBuilder

4 жыл бұрын

It's a great saw. Probably on of my most important big power tools.

L like slide compound But i like omga radial You can cut 2 ft. Half Sheet plywood accurate

The one thing that bugs me about this saw is the "kick" it gives when you first start it. I've had it for quite a while and it still catches me off guard. If I remember I start it all the way in the up position. We all do it, we put the blade close to the wood and turn it on.

@MarkThomasBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

That's a good observation. I went out today and noticed my similar battery powered Milwaukee saw doesn't have that kick. My DeWalt does, just like yours and I agree that a softer start would be a safer option. I'm adding the shadow light to my DeWalt saw next week, hoping it's a worthwhile upgrade.

@littleshopofsawdust1157

3 жыл бұрын

I agree completely. I don't know if I'll ever get used to that.

Can you add a laser to it

@MarkThomasBuilder

5 жыл бұрын

Yes, I haven't done it but I heard it's pretty easy to do.

@dnmiyam

4 жыл бұрын

MMToolsParts has a video to upgrade the 779 with the XPS LED system to bring it up to a 780 status: kzread.info/dash/bejne/jIF-sKdpj9S7gdo.html

I didn't see you point the guide light. You turn on the switch up top and a light comes on. It lights up your work space and it makes a shadow of the saw blade on the material you want to cut..shows exactly where your blade is going to go. More accurate than a laser.

@MarkThomasBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

This particular model saw doesn't include the LED shadow light. It comes standard on the DWS780. I recently bought an light upgrade kit that I'm going to install in a future video.

Wish you would have put a square on your cuts in your review. Even on your 45's

@MarkThomasBuilder

4 жыл бұрын

Great suggestion, I wish I would've thought of that. I've heard many people say that this saw comes set up properly right out of the box.

@iROBODUDE

4 жыл бұрын

I was looking at buying the Bosch miter saw. I watched all of the reviews on youtube. Most were great. THEN I started reading the reviews on Amazon. Almost all of them complained about not being able to set it up to cut straight. If they adjusted the fence to cut straight on the left side of the blade the right was out. Some said that it was off by 1/2 a degree. That's a bunch if you are for example a furniture maker. Anyway, that is something to maybe post as an update for your review. Use an accurate machine square with truly square boards, not 2x4's. Your review would be ok if you were using it for rough framing but for dead on accuracy you need to show it. Just a suggestion.

@frankc5686

4 жыл бұрын

I agree. I understand the excitement of a new tool but show some relevant information as far as accuracy goes. Any saw can cut wood

Just bought this all yesterday for 350 bucks with stand for free

@MarkThomasBuilder

4 жыл бұрын

Nice purchase! That's one of my favorite deals I've seen this Christmas season.

@MikeM-ld1rw

4 жыл бұрын

Me too! I almost didn't get the deal. I went in the day after I saw that deal and they had bumped the saw up to $400! Still came with free stand. They price matched the saw for $350 when I showed a competitors price, so I ended up getting it all for $350. Even at $400, I would have been happy.

@MarkThomasBuilder

4 жыл бұрын

​@@MikeM-ld1rw Hey Mike, that's an awesome deal for such a powerful tool! I don't have the stand for mine yet. Does it fold up decently for storage?

@MikeM-ld1rw

4 жыл бұрын

@@MarkThomasBuilder Hi Mark, I am definitely pleased with the stand. It is well built and pretty light weight. I does collapse nicely. I bought this saw to replace my 10 year old Bosch 5312 with the folding gravity rise stand. I do like the ease of the bosch stand and the ability to roll the saw around but I think the DeWalt stand is a little more stable when using the saw. Thanks for the review! I still like watching the reviews even after I have purchased the tool, LOL. Merry Christmas!

Are these saws always on “sale” for $350?

@MarkThomasBuilder

4 жыл бұрын

They often have a "Special Buy" price that is around for a long time. They also have other special deals around Christmas, Memorial Day and Independence Day.

@JayBuccola

4 жыл бұрын

The 779 is on clearance.

@SpringRubber

4 жыл бұрын

Maybe somewhere. As of June 2020 these are no longer available in HD or Lowes in Wash DC area for pickup. Online price at lowes online is $549 and HD offers it at $349 but with a delivery charge.

@JayBuccola

4 жыл бұрын

Lowes will price match. I bought my store's last one 2 weeks ago.

@seabass22

4 жыл бұрын

James Buccola I did too. But I went the other day and they got another one in.

I HATE the ring of the stock Dewalt blade. Love my 779 and I feel like I'll be giving it to my son in 15 years.

@MarkThomasBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah I know that ring sound. I put a Diablo blade on and no more ring. I recently made a video showing the Dewalt LED Shadow Line Light Kit. It's an awesome upgrade and takes about 20 minutes to do.

@JayBuccola

3 жыл бұрын

@@MarkThomasBuilder I heard it voids the warranty, but my low end dewalt reciprocating saw from HD is going in 15 with no problems. I'm not overly concerned with the warranty. I've never had a problem with cut lines, but that's because I'm good at it. I'm definitely interested in speeding up the process.

Don’t like the ringing in the blade aft cut. Don’t like the location of dust back

@MarkThomasBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

Couple things to mention. If you switch out to a Diablo blade, you wont get that ringing. I agree with the dust port location. It makes it hard to put this up against a wall. Other brands have them closer to the blade.

Mine is sitting at home now waiting for me to unpack it....;)

@MarkThomasBuilder

4 жыл бұрын

I love this saw. I put a Diablo blade in it, so you don't get that ringing sound. Just personal preference.

@Bjones675

4 жыл бұрын

I ordered one along with the upgrade kit to add the light. I always fought my Craftsman saw thinking I was terrible doing angles until i realized the fence wasn't aligned on both sides. I'm hoping this one is true.

@MarkThomasBuilder

4 жыл бұрын

Mine was true right out of the box. I recommend checking it before using it. I want to add that light. Let me know how easy it is to install and how it works. 👍

@Bjones675

4 жыл бұрын

I just had to get it out of the box. I watched a couple videos and saw that they are suppose to come with a 60T blade instead of a 32T. I called Dewalt to see if they will send one. I'm waiting for their reply.

@MarkThomasBuilder

4 жыл бұрын

I just looked at the Home Depot website and it didn't say how many teeth the blade has. I just quickly glanced though.

A radial arm saw will allow log rip cuts on full sheets of plywood.

@MarkThomasBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

That would be handy if you're wanting some nice, straight cuts. I don't think the radial arm saw I owned would cut 4' wide. I didn't keep it long enough to find out.

Did he just stand on the table lol

@MarkThomasBuilder

5 жыл бұрын

That sound like something I'd do, lol.

Just check the blade is tight before you use it

@MarkThomasBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

Good call!

I have seen saws like this cut dadoes does this

@MarkThomasBuilder

4 жыл бұрын

It has a depth stop setting that allows repeatable cuts that are like a dado cut. It doesn't take a dado blade though.

Not trying to be "that guy" or a "well actually" person but strings on hoodies pose a serious safety risk. Just a friendly reminder to wear clothing without such strings or remove the strings before using any tool that can pull on the strings and cause serious injury.

@MarkThomasBuilder

4 жыл бұрын

That's great advice! I'll remember that next time.

@MarkThomasBuilder

4 жыл бұрын

I might as well take the strings out, I never use them. 🙌

@seabass22

4 жыл бұрын

Hoodies in general. Sleeves are a bad idea. Someone I worked with got their arm crushed and amputated at the shoulder, because their hoodie got caught in a machine.

Radial arm saw takes up to much room for a small shop

@MarkThomasBuilder

5 жыл бұрын

+Jordan woodworking that’s a good point.

@geolisadrag-racing2349

5 жыл бұрын

i think you are right, particularly if builder NEEDS 12". But for me, since my health has declined, the width of boards i can cut with my sliding 10" lets me build many items without the need of a table saw. So in away- saves me space. But i see a lot of builders on you tube have to move heaven and hell to make room for radial arm.

Don`t look like it would cut a 45 degree cut with a 2x12 it barely cut a 2x10 @ 45 degree

@MarkThomasBuilder

3 жыл бұрын

It's rated to cut a 2x12 at 45°.

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