I love that little saw I have two of them. Great for little jobs. I have multiple big boy saws and the Milwaukee m18 10in slider but they are all heavy and don't always need it. M18 has the 7 1/4 slider and have thought about picking one up but the kobalt won't die and it doesn't owe me a thing. Thanks for the vids

@VCGConstruction

5 жыл бұрын

I feel exactly the same way!!

@dboyrico4475

5 жыл бұрын

@@VCGConstruction i paid 60 bucks for mine

@joelkeefer9204

4 жыл бұрын

@@dboyrico4475 - how did you get yours for $60?

@JoeSmith-gm9ul

4 жыл бұрын

Very helpful. New to woodworking and was looking to buy a decent miter saw. Had been looking at this saw at Lowe’s. I’m convinced and I wii be buying one soon. Thanks Vince Your enthusiasm is contagious.

@T6Tarek

4 жыл бұрын

@Christopher Roach it's a kobalt 7 1/4" sliding miter saw

Yep I've been trying to tell everyone for a long time is that the Kobalt 7 1/4 inch single bevel sliding compound miter saw is one of my favorite miter saws and one of the smoothest sliding mechanisms that I have used as well as the absolutely lightest miter saw that I've ever carried. It is a very impressive saw. Did the newer version though is about $20 more than the older version that is no longer available which is a shame because older conversion is much smoother on the slide and motor. That's not to say that the newer version is not good it is still a very good saw but they're charging you more money for something that's not quite as smooth operating all around. One complaint I have with the old version and the new version alike is the laser. You laser on it is very easily knocked out of place so that it becomes inaccurate and untrustworthy. This is one reason why I prefer miter saws to have the blade shadow with a LED backlight rather than a laser

Thanks for the insight! To start, I'm a novice woodworker. Just watched another video dogging the 7.25" miter saw. I had this exact one in the box for 3 years. Finally broke it out and used it to build a vanity table. Thought I made a mistake buying it, but the sliding feature was a winner. I bought mine for $99 bucks and a pack of blades for about $25. I'll be using this to put on my floors and will get those blades. I mounted mine on the Rigid MSUV! Great combination!

I have an 18v Ryobi 7 1/4 miter saw and like you said Vince, it has made me money. It's so light and handy people always look at that little guy in amazement. I cut quarter round and 2x4's constantly with that little gem and the best part was I picked it up brand new from Home Depot for $30 bucks. I have been eyeing this Cobalt to add to my tool kit and you sold me. Great job! You should check out that little Ryobi, it will surprise you

Thks for the blade tip. I've been using an 18t carbide in my 6 -1/2 circ saw. Cross cutting with a jig or speed square is best. Cutting through the surface of the material kills the blade because its so hard. Using a small circ saw saves a lot of walking back n forth to the cut station because the little saw is always close by.

I've done a lot of flooring and and I couldn't believe my eyes when you showed what blade you use! Now I'm fascinated and I'd like to see a side by side comparison of a few cuts each with that and a couple other blades. I would never have guessed it!

Thank you! Very helpful! Saw this saw on Lowe’s Black Friday sale and was curious about its quality! After seeing your video I’m sold!

I have one of those exact models and it's my favorite choice for running lateral hardie siding. Super lightweight and accurate.

@VCGConstruction

5 жыл бұрын

Nice!!

Just bought one for some diy projects around the house and such. I love your reviews since you work construction as do I you understand the value of quality tools for the jobs.

Too many reviews of this saw complain of inaccurate cuts, broken parts and the lack of replacement parts. Based on this video, I would say it is really the blade that is underrated and not the cheapo miter saw.

I know next to nothing about miter saws and still SMASHED the LIKE button!!!!

@VCGConstruction

5 жыл бұрын

Nice!!

This is the exact saw I've been looking at simply because of the build quality, extremely small footprint and it's so damned affordable. I'm very glad to have viewed your endorsement of it ... I take your reviews very seriously because you take it seriously and have no qualms about bucking the norm. Cheers ... keep up the good work.

@VCGConstruction

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Dave we appreciate it!

I like what you did there, the tool is great cause it made you alot of money 👍 Sometimes I feel like ppl say a tool is great JUST cause it COST alot of money loll Don't get me wrong I love my expensive tools loll

I use this saw almost every day . I got it 14 month ago and still work like new. I do have 12" saw but this one is a lot better . Thanks boss

@VCGConstruction

5 жыл бұрын

Glad it’s working for you buddy!!

It's been over 4 years now since this review, and there's been much sawdust placed on the pile over that timeframe. I've wanted one of these small saws for sometime now. I was in Lowe's last weekend, and they had this little gem listed for $139. With my Lowe's Pro account/card, it came out to about $132. I went ahead and purchased it much to the chagrin of the Ms. Today, I went thru all the checks, and it was completely "dead on" straight out of the box....sweet! It appears to be pretty well built. I made a some various test cuts, and it did quite well. I was quite impressed with its lightweight and small footprint...very handy. With a couple of laminate flooring and moulding projects coming my way soon, I'm planning on putting this little saw to good use. FWIW, I also bought that Dewalt diamond tooth blade for that flooring project...we shall see how that works when the time rolls around. As always; thanks, Vince, for that review and the "heads up" on that blade.

I have that same saw and agree with your comments. What is your favorite (money maker) 12 inch dual bevel sliding miter saw?

I have had this same Kobalt saw for about two years. As Vince said many 1000's of SF of flooring later it is still a champ. I paid about 90 bucks for it at the time and still enjoyed the 10% vets discount. I have had good experience from the Diablo blades but will have to check out the dewalt to recommend..

@VCGConstruction

5 жыл бұрын

Nice!!

The best way to cut a miter joint Is to tell somebody else to do it

@VCGConstruction

5 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂

@avega2792

5 жыл бұрын

Yup

@btrswt35

4 жыл бұрын

I'm a little late to the discussion but Amen brother!

I have this exact same saw, and it’s great! I use it for small woodworking projects; such as picture frames barn style signs etc…. @VCG Construction I noticed your saw is making the same noise as mine when you pull the slider back and forth. Has this given you any issues?

Diamond blades do wonders for when your in a pinch! It’s good to know they can cut laminate floors. They also can cut edge metal for tile walls and floors, best used on the wetsaw slow and steady makes a clean cut. I also just cut a truck seat in half (it was 1/4 thick metal) with a ridgid 4” diamond blade on a makita grinder and used the same blade the next day to cut some subway tiles and had no issues! I keep a couple ridgid or cheap diamond blades on hand for tough spots. I prefer the pearl p4 diamond blade for normal tile cutting scenarios and such

Today I purchased the kobalt 12” dual bevel sliding compound miter saw at Lowe’s which was on sale for 244.17 regularly 369.00 I was gonna buy the single bevel 7 1/4” kobalt single bevel saw on sale for 159.00 but for another 85.00 dollars I stepped up my game to a bigger size. I hope I made the correct choice.

@VCGConstruction

Жыл бұрын

Good score Danny

Vince I have a Kobolt Miter saw with stand-table...configuration...stores nicely when your done using...great for DIY or Weekend contractor...excellent tool..!

@VCGConstruction

5 жыл бұрын

It’s a good combination Zee!!

Thank you for your review

@VCGConstruction

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Love the saw i do apartment maitanice eazy to carry unit to unit redoing all base board and casing had it 3 years 89 dollers then on sale nothings better for the money if your not cutting anything thicker then a 2×4

@VCGConstruction

5 жыл бұрын

Awesome Alan!!

I just saw bought this lil machine for some mdf baseboard and trim work. I’m not gonna be doing big projects like a tradesperson, since I’m just a homeowner diying some simple tasks. So I don’t need a workhorse saw. This will do just fine I think. Thanks for the video! Oh, and I’ve got some reclaimed 100 year old lumber that I’ll be building a desk out of.looking forward to using this saw on this project as well!

i got this saw just now and i plan to swap the (wood cutting) blade it came with with a metal cutting (non-ferrous) DeWalt blade to cut aluminum extrusions to make frames and enclosures and aluminum 6061 stock down to size so i can mill it. I plan to cut slowly and go easy on the saw as I'm in no rush. Hopefully my master plan works.

I didn’t want to like this saw. Bought it used from a guy who kept it outside in the rain. The tubes were rusty and the laser was broken but I didn’t have much money at the time and needed to build a chicken coop. Here we are four years, a shed, five raised beds, a firewood shelter, hundreds of feet of baseboard, and a chicken coop later, and I still can’t find a good enough reason to replace it.

Hey Vince, I need a new saw just for cutting up 2x4’s and 2x6’s. Would you recommend this saw for that? It’s on sale for $140 right now.

Im a tile guy and i do regular 45 miter cuts all the time. Just got a dbl compound saw and im trying to put up some crown molding in my house having a hell of a time learning. Soooooo fill me in on the secret. Maybe do a video vcg???

wow! i just saw one at a local pawn shop for 54 dollars! i am going back to pick it up!

Vince thanks for your professional grade information & congratulations on the amazing growth of your chanel.

@VCGConstruction

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you Huck!

I was looking at that saw! Thanx for the video! Smashed that like!

@VCGConstruction

5 жыл бұрын

You got it Summit! Thank you!

Thank you VCG, I am in the market of a small shop Miter and was trying to decide 7 1/4 or 10" to compliment the Table saw. This saw seems to be the power house I'm looking for. Thanks for the review. If I can suggest an edit to this vids description. Put the model number you are reviewing since lowes has 2 different 7 1/4 saws (a 9amp and 10 amp) and I'm curious what you have and is 1 amp worth the extra $$. Thanks again, Brad

Thanks Vince! Really needed to know about that blade 👊🏽

Lay the crown flat on the table Use the bevel and miter features. I have been using a Hitachi 8 1/2 inch for 20 years. So obviously one of those “ Old timers “ that feel less blade deflection maters. I will be adding a 10” I guess low clearance is the term. In my shop as you don’t need the real estate behind the saw. Great job as always Vince

@VCGConstruction

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome feedback Maine

I did all of the crown molding in my hiuse with this saw. The fence was just barely tall enough. But its easy to bolt a larger fence on it.

Using the saw set at 31.62 miter and 33.9 bevel works on most not all crown depending on the spring angle off the wall of the particular molding .

Sir, Thank You Very Much, Im about to do a 1900 sq ft. floor ( Re-Habb center, So working for free ) and trying to get a decent set up going. Not a Pro like you, So dont need the best. Really Helped me out. Thank You !!

I just picked up one of these too, seemed well worth the price.

thanks for the info… and it's just in time bcuz I'm in dire need of a new miter saw. Another great video from a #VeryCoolGuy👍🏾

I have owned mine for a few years now. I haven't been able to use it in a while because I recently moved and don't have electric for sheds ran yet. I have, however, just bought the kobalt miter saw stand I believe you did a review on, if I'm not mistaken. It fits perfectly. I may, however, purchase a bigger one, later, if my needs require it, but this, from when I did use it, alliwed me to build a few ramps and a couple of small workshop tables. I can hardly wait to get my sheds wired for electric.

Thanks for the advise! Didn't know you could use those diamond blades for wood!

Man I just got one of these and watching this video made me pumped, great info man!

@mallymartin8573

4 жыл бұрын

Maverick Leadership I just did as well. I seen it go on sale at Lowe’s and I’ve been eyeing it for a while, so i sold my 10 inch porter cable non slider for 115 and picked this one up for $99

Awesome video. That's the blade I'm getting to cut my laminate flooring :)

@VCGConstruction

5 жыл бұрын

Perfect blade!

Nice.. will definitely consider this tool in the near future!! Thanks Vince and the VCG Crew, you never fail to deliver.

@VCGConstruction

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks A A Ron !!

I have been wanting a 7 1/4" sliding miter saw for a couple of years. I was about ready to drive the 50 miles to Home Depot to get a Ryobi, but after watching your video, I am just going to Lowes and getting the Kobalt instead. I am just a home owner type user, ao it would last me a long time!!

@VCGConstruction

5 жыл бұрын

This is an awesome saw for the money!!

@Carnivore-Dwayne

5 жыл бұрын

@@VCGConstruction Thank's Again! I am disabled and unable to stand but for a few minutes at a time. I like woodworking and building things. But now days I build bird houses and wine racks, along with other small projects. I have very slowly been making myself a set down shop. I ran off to lowes yesterday after posting on your video, and picked up the Kobalt. My step son dose window installs for Lowes, and he was there talking to the manger. I had the saw in the cart, and stopped to chat a moment. My step son introduced me to the manger. After chatting a few minutes, I went to the checkout. When the girl went to ring up my saw, she got a call from the manger, and sold me the saw for $89!!! Wonderful deal!!! I will stick to the Kobalt power tools for my small set down shop!! Next will be a small table saw!!

I’ve been looking at that saw. And also the 24v version. The 24v does not include the battery, charger with it. So that’s 100+ more. I also want a light weight saw and I think this one has one of the lightest weights of the group. Thanks for your review, it pulled me over.

Some good tips on Finish Carpentry TV on how to get good cut with any miter saw

@VCGConstruction

5 жыл бұрын

I agree Jason!

What is the main reason to choose this over the dual bevel version? 1. Cost 2. Single bevel is all you need 3. Budget dual bevels can be unreliable for accuracy

i just picked up this saw at Lowes $99 on sale canadian good little saw for small jobs blades a lot cheaper

Fantastic video bro. Thank you.

I would have never considered use a diamond blade for that. I have use that saw it is pretty good.

@VCGConstruction

5 жыл бұрын

These blades work great!

Nice Vince! Hope my business gets to be like yours one day. Keep it at 11 cuz!

@VCGConstruction

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Joshurmetal!

I had a hunch you were from Philly! LOL! I just bought one to do a hardwood flooring job at my house. Thanks for the advice!

I bought one of those about two years ago for $99. I literally spent hours trying to get it square and simply could not, so I exchanged it for another one - same problem. When I used the slide, the cut was not square and the board had a wavy edge. I tried a few of my new Diablo blades with different TPI and it made no difference, so I went back to using my old, made in USA 18V Makita 7-1/2" slider. The Makita is slower, but it's still a great saw.

@Pro1er

4 жыл бұрын

@@doylee469 😂

Do you think that this saw could cut up to a 4by4 and also how much does this saw cost. Love the Chanel keep up the great work.

@davidcunningham8319

5 жыл бұрын

It can. You just have to rotate the workpiece.

Thank you Vince for showing me how to get a cheap but good mitre saw.

@VCGConstruction

5 жыл бұрын

You got it Frank!

Bought one years ago...best 100 bucks spent ever

Great info Vince ! Thank you !

5 years ago this saw was half the price. Definitely feel like I missed a golden goose.

To cut crown accurately laying flat you must know your spring angle of the crown along with the true angle of the corner it will join around and then plug in a formula to get the proper bevel and miter angles. The standard preset angles on a slide saw are for a predetermined spring angle crown and a perfect 90/45 or 45/22.5 degree wall angle which we know is almost never true. This is a must when installing stain grade woods , the painter will fix the paint grade stuff. LOL

The Diablo Hardie blades last 3x times as long as the dewalt. But people think I'm crazy when I'm cutting laminate with the Hardie blades. Thanks for giving away all the secrets

@VCGConstruction

5 жыл бұрын

I’ll check them out!!

@cwalker7

5 жыл бұрын

Never thought if cutting laminate with a hardi blade either. Will be trying this in the near future though. Do gotta say this though, when cutting actual hardi the hitaci blades win hands down both for cut quality and longevity.

Awesome Lowe’s has the kobalt 7.25 compound miter saw for 99.00 Black Friday 2020 I’m considering buying it

Love mine! All the features of the Milwaukee, which is the best in class, way less money

The dewalt blade can u use it for all cuts or it just used for Precision cut

You gotta be from North Jersey or close to that... Right? Sounds like it! Thanks for the video

In yalls experience is this Kobalt better than the Ryobi equivalent? Stuck between the two personally.

Why do you want to tap the bell well because you make badass videos

@VCGConstruction

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Gavin we appreciate it!!

vince,, is this machine arbor can fit enough to use Diablo Steel Demon 7 1/4 blade???

I have not used that DeWalt Diamond blade but I will pick one up and give it a whirl

@VCGConstruction

5 жыл бұрын

Works great!

Just picked up for $55 bucks at Walmart. Go now On sale! I could smoke $55 bucks in a day. And this saw does so much more then $55 bucks can give you so many more quality joints! 😂

I bought a kobalt cordless chainsaw 80 volt 2 amp hour. Masters went out of business and reducing the prices of their items. I looked up Kobalt and the chainsaw had a good write up except it leaks oil when sitting. That is does. I want to have a small mitre saw as my mitre saw is 20 kg and yes a bit heavy to lug around . I'm waiting for a small quality cordless mitre saw. I did have the festool cordless contractor saw which uses a 1.8 mm think blade although I feel it lacks a bit of power using the 5.2 amp hour battery. My cordless festool plunge saw however, has plenty grunt. That is before my tools got stolen. Probably the cops scored a good cordless plunge saw.

HaaaaaaaaaaaaaHeeeeeeeeee !!! Ijust got one for chrismax. Can't wait to start on a new project. Thank you for this video, my fiance thinks he is the man now!! hahaha I'll sure gonna look for more .

Got this saw 5 years ago on Black Friday $79

Flat, upside down and backwards with the miter and bevel. Or cut and cope.

I think I was just looking at that saw today while "window shopping"..... what is the model number? if you don't mind my asking

I have the 10”. It’s fucking amazing. Put a 80 tooth Diablo blade for finishing, fucking beautiful.

Diamond blade huh?? Great tip

My favorite miter saw was my bosses really old makita 7 1/4", I've never been able to find one its was a little beast, closed I've found it the makta 10" for 249.00.

How accurate is this saw? Some of the reviews say that it won't cut straight when sliding. Have you experienced that?

Then put MITER SAW in the video description INSTEAD OF CIRCULAR SAW!!!

@VCGConstruction

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jake!

Imma have to check out that DeWalt blade.... Thanks boss man.

@VCGConstruction

5 жыл бұрын

You got it!

Have you noticed any difference or preference between the 9 amp and 10 amp models?

@mallymartin8573

4 жыл бұрын

John Savage thanks a lot man. I have the 9 amp model which I believe is the newer one. I picked it up right after the 7 1/4” model dropped down to $100. I’d been eye balling the kobalt sliding saw for a while since I purchased their drill/driver and was pleasantly impressed. The sliding miter saw ended up being my favorite tool I own, I love and have recently turned into a kobalt fan whereas a year ago I had pretty low expectations of the brand for whatever reason. Glad I’m not missing out anything having the 9 instead of 10 amp thanks man

Bro this guy should addition for the next joker role lol he sounds just like him at times lol

Cut it laying flat with the angle and bevel functions

@VCGConstruction

5 жыл бұрын

yes sir David!!

I know that crown molding goes a whole lot easier when the house is actually framed square-ish. I've dealt with some nightmares.

@VCGConstruction

5 жыл бұрын

I agree!

@Floreypottery

5 жыл бұрын

Lol a old house that is square almost never they threw that lathe down and plaster with a quickness let alone the not so even framing lol

@fatbuddycat

5 жыл бұрын

@@Floreypottery back up in New England those old homes have a tendency to move with the weather. Sweet 🙄

@avega2792

5 жыл бұрын

I bet you my house is worse than anything you've ever seen. There isn't a single 90 degree angle in the entire house :|

can you cut 4x4 (3 1/2x3 1/2) post

Do a review on the Hart Miter saw 10 inch blade.

I just bought the saw today for $99.00. Completely surpassed my expectations. Motor is plenty strong. Finally replaced my 25 year old Craftsman with cast iron base. Still a great saw just too heavy. I really like the lightweight of the Kobalt.

Am thinking about picking up either the 12" kobalt sliding dual bevel @ $299 or the dewalt @ $349. Any thoughts?

@VCGConstruction

5 жыл бұрын

DeWALT

Nice guy!

Vince asked you before no response but doesn’t that blade cut bamboo solid flooring or do you know of a good blade for thanks Vince good vid on your experience with this

@VCGConstruction

5 жыл бұрын

Ray sorry, your best bet would be to contact the manufacturer of the flooring and ask them what blade they recommend. That’s what I would do!!

@rayring8679

5 жыл бұрын

Good idea thanks for your opinion Vince you the best

I got a cheap saw yesterday. We could not get the blade changed because the bolt was impossible to get off so I returned it. Today I got this Cobolt saw and again I cant get the bolt loose for shit. Did these factories tighten them with a hammer drill or use locktite on them? Seriously, they should never be this hard ever.

Liked the intro.

@VCGConstruction

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Great video not a bad saw.

@VCGConstruction

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks chuck!

Small and lightweight can be the major concern for a lot of work, and for a lot of it? It's the knowing your tool that delivers. Don't get me wrong, setting up with all your best tools is nice but? Simple tasks all come out well, set up in 5 and load up in 5 makes you money. I love how manufacturers are continuing to give respect and precedence to this need. (Little shits that can.)

I like mine. Only thing I would change is the safety switch you have to push with your finger tips. Very annoying.

Any link for the saw?

looks like a nice saw!

@VCGConstruction

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Brandon!

Where do you get those blades ?

@VCGConstruction

4 жыл бұрын

Lowe’s

@hkgonra

4 жыл бұрын

I see know, those are sold for hardie plank, I didn’t catch that part but have seen those blades. I’ll be trying the diablo version unless you think the desalts are better.