Just an outstanding review. Very thorough. Hit every important note! I went with the 779 as well. Didn't occur to me that it didn't have a soft start. Oh well, I guess you get used to it. Thanks for making this terrific video review.

@731Woodworks

6 жыл бұрын

Daniel Balfour thank you very much for the feedback

I just picked one up from Amazon. I'm upgrading from a Dewalt 12 inch single bevel non-sliding miter saw. I watched a few different videos about this saw but honestly, your video was the most informative. Thanks.

@731Woodworks

6 жыл бұрын

Ricky G thank you. I Really appreciate that. I think you’ll love it. I sure love mine. Had it several months now. Let me know how you like it if you have time.

Really good review. You sold me. They are selling for $349 now so it was an easy choice. You little insights on the saw helped me start right up. I checked mine and the angle were dead on out of the box. I saw they have a combo Dewalt blade package now. The 2 blades for price of one. It has the original blade saw comes with and another Dewalt blade with 80 teeth. I got it and swapped out to the 80 tooth blade. I'm building a 12' oak bar. It is making perfect miter cuts on the oak Chicago style rail( that's the area you lean arms into on front of bar). I have never seen a smoother cut. The pieces fit like they are one. Thanks again for a great review. I too almost got a 10"

@731Woodworks

5 жыл бұрын

Awesome! That’s an excellent price for this saw. I love mine. Would love to see pics of your bar if you don’t mind sharing. @731woodworks on Instagram or Facebook

Love the videos you post. Happy to support ya so that we keep 'em coming. Thx brother.

Thanks for reviewing this. Just bought mine today and get it in 6 days. Very Helpful !

@731Woodworks

6 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome. Thank you

Have been strongly considering getting this saw. This is the most thorough review I've watched. Other reviews don't show/explain the controls.

@731Woodworks

4 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped. I've been using this saw for several years now. If it stopped working today, I'd buy another one. I like it that much.

@TheLeesto

4 жыл бұрын

agreed. so many reviews are all flash and no substance. this is a good one. well done

@731Woodworks

4 жыл бұрын

@@TheLeesto Thanks!

Thanks for sharing this review. Well done. Only thing I'm curious of, because of cheap saws in the past, are the detents for the angle cuts accurate?

does it have an electric brake? if so how fast does it respond and come to full stop

Just bought this saw at Home Depot for $349. Finishing lunch and then headed out to set it up!! My porter cable 3802 12” has served me well for 19 years but couldn’t pass up the dewalts price. Gonna keep the porter for small jobs now

@731Woodworks

5 жыл бұрын

Awesome deal for $349! You’ll love it I’m sure.

How do you adjust the Bevel angle? When I set my angle to 45 degrees it cuts at 47-48 degrees not 45 degrees. Thanks.

@731Woodworks

6 жыл бұрын

An angle gauge would make sure you get the exact angle. You can also use them on your table saw to make sure you have a perfect 90 degree angle on your blade. www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00T6YZ0K6/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B00T6YZ0K6&linkCode=as2&tag=731woodworks-20&linkId=deb54c97ba43e1491436398b55d5c704 (affiliate link) hope that helps.

I know this is an older video but struggling to find some dimensions. Building a saw station before saw arrives and I can't find how deep it is from of front of bench to the back wall, or how far the rear of saw kicks back when it's slid all the way back. Also, how high is the deck off of the table, so I can build adjacent table tops level. Thanks!

@731Woodworks

4 жыл бұрын

41 3/4" from the back to the front fully extended. 3 1/2" from the bottom of the frame to the deck. Hope that helps.

I think I like that better than my Dewalt! 👍🏻👍🏻

@731Woodworks

6 жыл бұрын

Del Johnston It’s a good saw. I’m going to have to upgrade to a diablo blade soon. But so far this DeWalt blade has done great.

Thanks!

@731Woodworks

9 ай бұрын

Not sure how I missed this! Sorry for the delayed response but THANK YOU SO MUCH!

Great review....Just got one for myself and really was wanting to become video familiar with it before firing it up. Great video!

@731Woodworks

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the feedback. I appreciate it. Let me know how you like the saw.

@kencarpenter5715

6 жыл бұрын

Used it yesterday. GREAT tool and VERY accurate cuts!

@731Woodworks

6 жыл бұрын

Oh yeah. I love mine. Still using the blade that came with it and it’s still sharp. I’ve only cut pine and Spruce with it so it’s only seen soft woods, so that helps.

@kencarpenter5715

6 жыл бұрын

Yeah, just using pine on mine as well. Will probably get a finer blade in the next 30 days or so.

@kencarpenter5715

6 жыл бұрын

BTW: I bought the folding stand with wheels from Harbor Freight with the coupon. IT ROCKS too!

Do you know the arbor size? I am disappointed that my 12 inch dewalt has a 5/8 arbor. I have to use a spacer bushing which i dont like. Also blue loc tite will help with the arbor nut backing out.

@731Woodworks

5 жыл бұрын

It is 5/8" and comes with the spacer bushing. I haven't had any issues with the nut backing off.

Great video. 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 label affixed to 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 product cost and provide greater differentiation between the DWS780 and the DWS779. 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.

@731Woodworks

3 жыл бұрын

I wasn’t aware of that. Thank you

Great review!

@731Woodworks

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Are you in the market to buy one? Have you decided on a model yet?

@bryanandtibo7240

5 жыл бұрын

Bryan Jones Yes, your review definitely made my mind up.

@731Woodworks

5 жыл бұрын

Cool! Glad it helped. Mine is going strong still. Use it several times a week. Amazon has a good deal on them www.amazon.com/DEWALT-DWS779-Sliding-Compound-Miter/dp/B01ESCU5WS/ref=as_li_ss_tl?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1544898894&sr=1-3&keywords=dewalt+dws779&linkCode=ll1&tag=731woodworks-20&linkId=f9af67abdbe3b526f9655f1f2b771a37&language=en_US affiliate link.

I got the next model up, the only difference is that it has the "laser" light. I didn't think it would make that much of a difference, but it's incredibly useful. It more than compensates for the hard start. You can see exactly where the blade is going to touch and where the cut is going to go, before you even touch the trigger. It makes a great saw even better. Not that big a price difference, really worth it though. YMMV.

@731Woodworks

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah I can see how that laser would be great!

@jwcolby12

4 жыл бұрын

You can buy the XPS light upgrade for the 779 for around $60 btw..

@731Woodworks

4 жыл бұрын

Nice!

What is the dust collection size hole for shop vac

@731Woodworks

3 жыл бұрын

1 1/4 I think

Love the saw , my only complaint is not having the threaded holes for crown stops. Wished that they would have put a little more thought in that feature of the saw.

@731Woodworks

5 жыл бұрын

I agree with that.

@John-vf9py

4 жыл бұрын

The new crown stops come with threaded inserts that go on the base and stay with the saw.

Bro. This was a great video. It convinced me to upgrade from the non sliding 10” rigid that I have now. I always regretted not picking up a sliding saw. Just curious. Is the laser really the only difference between this and the DWS780? That’s an expensive laser to drive the price up to nearly $600. Anyway thank you again and safe cutting.

@731Woodworks

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I did tons of research before buying that saw. I knew (or hoped) I would have it for a long time so I wanted to get a great saw at the best possible price. As far as I can tell with my research, the only difference in the 2 was the laser. That’s why I went with the 779. Too good of a deal to pass up for what you get.

Does this have a “trigger lock” for safety when the saw is in the locked position ? (all the way down locked position) My current dewalt miter saw doesn’t have the trigger lock, if you pull the trigger in the lock position it still starts up which is very unsafe.

@731Woodworks

3 жыл бұрын

No trigger lock on this model

@Skyjade316

3 жыл бұрын

I can’t understand how it’s not industry standard... I have kids so I will stick with my 15 year old hitachi that has laser and trigger lock. Crazy...

@731Woodworks

3 жыл бұрын

For sure

Does it have side extensions like other brands that have extensions?

@731Woodworks

4 жыл бұрын

No, you would either need a stand that’s sold separately or build a miter station

Just fyi for anyone coming to this later, this is a 780 in terms of features. The current 779 doesn't have many of the features mentioned here. Not sure if Dewalt removed those features later on to keep costs down, but they no longer come with the 779.

Back when this was your daily driver, what was your method to maintain the sliding rails? With the constant fine dust build up and all.

@731Woodworks

3 жыл бұрын

I didn’t do anything to them. No issues

@Loiczzr

3 жыл бұрын

If you want to lubricate, dry Silicon should work well.

I have the same saw. Noticed when rotating to the right, it only reaches about 57°, not 60°. It hits the left side of the platform. Yours do the same? Maybe theres an adjustment, i havent looked too hard at it.

@troyshilow1

4 жыл бұрын

Just saw that yours goes to 60°. Ill have to look, it must be hitting something, not sure.

@731Woodworks

4 жыл бұрын

@@troyshilow1 Let me know, I'm curious now. lol

@troyshilow1

4 жыл бұрын

@@731Woodworks figured it out. I have the saw mounted on the Dewalt miter saw stand. And there is a mounting bolt sticking up that the table barely hits when you swing it over toward 60°. If i grind off about 1/2" of that bolt. Itll make 60°

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.

@731Woodworks

3 жыл бұрын

I wasn’t aware of that. Thanks for sharing.

@phillamoore157

2 жыл бұрын

Excellent reply. I just read a couple of articles stating that the main difference is the LED system on the 780. I personally like the LED guide system….so my question would be how much it would cost to upgrade the 779 to the XPS LED system. Because the cost of the 780 is startlingly more expensive, if that’s the only difference. The 779 is $399 via Amazon, which is a great deal comparatively speaking. So, I’ll shop around to see what an XPS LED aftermarket upgrade would cost. Seems silly to me to spend THAT much more money for the LED guide… So, thank you for the info you provided. I had no idea that was an option.

Great Review. Hey can you install an aftermarket laser marker on it?

@731Woodworks

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I think you can. From what I understand the only difference in the 779 and 780 is the laser. So if you can find the laser from the 780, it may work.

@msr933

5 жыл бұрын

Look at DWS779 Miter Saw XPS light upgrade or replacement by mmtoolsparts

@731Woodworks

5 жыл бұрын

Cool, I’ll check it out.

I bought this saw and have used it a few times and it is so superior to my old one I may feel sorry for selling it money is money get one if you can

@731Woodworks

6 жыл бұрын

Tom Palmer yes. It is a great saw!

LOL, you missed the one thing I went here to see. New saw sitting on my bench but can't figure how to move it left-right. Its not bolted down and fresh out of the box in the 60 degree angle. Excellent video though. Thumbs up!

@731Woodworks

3 жыл бұрын

Lever on the front

@scottpeal60

3 жыл бұрын

@@731Woodworks thanks, I figured it out that I have to push the black button first.

Hey guys, I just bought this saw and I am reading a little bit of uncertainty as to whether this saw will accept the XPS light system. It appears to look the same but it seems that Dewalt has more recently manufactured some saws to not accept it. I plan on modifying it with the light but with my luck I’d purchase it and it will be useless. Any knowledge on this out there? Thank you, and great video!

@731Woodworks

6 жыл бұрын

Steven Ayles Thanks! Not sure about the light system, sorry.

@source2112

6 жыл бұрын

I have the same question. Someone needs to give it a try. ;-)

@82camino96

6 жыл бұрын

source2112 hey man, so this is what I’ve gathered by this point and so I’m gonna try it soon. My confusion was based on the fact that apparently Dewalt claims that this saw was not designed for it. But, I’ve read some info that there are saws they produce or have produced which you can simply add the light to it with minimal invasion. Maybe the ones that have a lazer already or was just designed to accept it I’m guessing. But I think that if you get the light, get the switch box, and also get the handle that will mate to the switch box, then you should be able to just go ahead and dig in there with snips and wire crimps and what not and make it so you can put the light up there. I haven’t taken mine apart but I’ve looked it over pretty well and it does have a removable little console up front (exactly the shape of the xps light) and it also has the separate long thin cover that routs a wire back to the controls. So it looks like the design of the saw body is the same but those spots are just dormant. Don’t quote me for sure but that has lead me to believe that because of all that piddling around, Dewalt probably does not encourage the modification so they say it’s not compatible. I think I’m going to try it out in the near future and I’ll be sure to follow up. I’m pretty happy with the saw in comparison to some 3 other makes and models I’ve been through. Seems to be a fine saw. Alright, Good luck y’all 👍🏽

@foodparadise5792

6 жыл бұрын

Buy the following parts for 780: the handle, the light and the light switch all for $50. It works on my 779 flawlessly.

@Schaefer4152

6 жыл бұрын

I used ereplacementparts.com for my order since they put out an excellent video that I used to guide me in the installation process: kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZW1l2qmvY6Sdk5M.html Here are the components you need to complete the install: www.ereplacementparts.com...90968.html www.ereplacementparts.com...56295.html www.ereplacementparts.com...56318.html

Harbor freight has a new line. Hercules. Compares to the dewalt 780. Same price as 779 at $349 but has an interesting light feature that is similar to laser, two leds cast a shadow of kerf. Tempting but it's still a HF. Guess I'm gonna get to 779. Thanks!!

@731Woodworks

5 жыл бұрын

I would certainly go with DeWalt over the HF at the same price.

@kwiturbitchin5277

5 жыл бұрын

diastoleny definitely buy the 779. I bought mine a few weeks ago for $349 and is such a great deal. Awesome saw, no ifs, ands, or buts about it. Just put a 80 tooth diablo blade on it for trim and keep the 32 for rough work.

@diastoleny

5 жыл бұрын

Got the Dewalt 779. NICE!!!!!!!!!

@kwiturbitchin5277

5 жыл бұрын

diastoleny great! You’ll love it!

@731Woodworks

5 жыл бұрын

Awesome

How did you got 50$ coupon???

@731Woodworks

2 жыл бұрын

Just searched eBay for a Lowe's Coupon.

Matt, I have this saw as well, and ran across a site that has a DWS779 XPS Light Upgrade. According to this fellow, the only difference between the 779 and 780 is the light. Looks like an easy enough fix, and cost is $64.62. The 780 uses that "XPS Shadow Light Technology". Instead of a laser, it uses shadows from both sides of the saw to focus on the cut. According to him, the closer the blade gets, the more accurate the cut will be. There are videos below the price information on this web page: www.mmtoolparts.com/store/miter-saw-upgrade-kit-dewalt I won't upgrade right now, but will in the near future. And I'd be interested in your take on this upgrade. Bob

@731Woodworks

4 жыл бұрын

If it works as advertised, it would be a very handy upgrade!

WHAT ABOUT THE CLAMP ?

@731Woodworks

5 жыл бұрын

I forgot about it ha. Sorry. Do you have this saw?

You placed the wrench wrong. The stock of the wrench should go inside the hole in the saw base.

I keep seeing that "The only difference between the 779 and the 780 is the 780 has a laser", but this is not true. If you look at the specs, there are a few slight differences, but a major one is that the 780 is about 10 lbs. lighter, with almost identical specs, where did dewalt sacrifice this weight? Is the the 780 not built as tough?? Food for thought if you are considering the 780. (Who uses a laser anyway?? How thick is that laser?? Do you leave the line or take it? :DDDD Happy Cutting

@731Woodworks

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info! Not sure where the weight difference would be

@2010hondacbr1000rr

5 жыл бұрын

780 casts a blade shadow not a laser

@msr933

5 жыл бұрын

I've seen some comments where guys said they talked to dewalt bout diff between 779 & 780. They say the 780 has better motor, bearings and has the light of course.

@731Woodworks

5 жыл бұрын

Makes sense with that much of a price difference. My 779 has been great!

@msr933

5 жыл бұрын

@@731Woodworks yes everybody likes them from what ive read. Im just a rookie. Ive the 12 sliding Ryobi. I put a Diablo on it and cuts great. With factory blade it was always a lil off one way or other so i pulled blade off and sure enuf warped. Put diablo on and no probs. I will get a Dewalt after i put some wear & tear on this saw. 👍

This saw is recalled as of 2022. The safety shield is flying off and exposing people to laceration hazards. The company is supposed to send out a repair kit to replace the safety shield. After contacting DeWalt three times within a month, I still have no repair kit. I have been told every excuse possible with no resolution. They are not satisfying the conditions of their recall leaving me with a $600 saw I cannot use. The FTC recommends leaving public reviews for these kinds of companies to warn other people. I have always supported DeWalt until now. A recall is one thing but a company who disappears during a recall - that’s really bad. They currently have several recalls and I wouldn’t recommend risking money on their products going forward.