This is the first miter saw that I ever purchased. I spent a decent amount of time researching miter saws and finally decided on this one. So with that being said, this saw is fantastic. It is built solid, has a good weight to it, it doesn't feel like it is going to break apart. There is very little plastic to this saw.
So right out of the package you can see that Dewalt does a great job packing in this item so things don't shift. There were very few items that you had to attach and that is a good thing, it means that the saw is really one solid piece of hardware. The first cut that I made was nearly perfect. You will want to adjust the zero so you get straight cuts. Now for the blade. This comes with a 32 tooth blade. This is great for just cutting, if you want perfect miters, spend the money and get yourself a good blade don't judge this saw by it miters with the stock blade that it comes with.
The carrying handle is solid and I did not feel like it was going to fall apart when I picked it up.
I gave the saw 4 star for maneuverability only because with the sliding capabilities you need to make sure you have clearance to make those types of cuts. I ended up making a mobile miter saw station to compensate for this, but with the weight of this saw don't expect to be lugging this 3 flights of stairs and not slip a word or two that you may not want others to hear.
Now for the saw itself. It is very smooth and very easy to adjust. There is a little locking pin that you will need to pull out when you get it out of the box and I keep it locked so my little ones don't try to play with it. All you need to do is depress the saw down and at the joint of the arm there is a locking pin that will unlock the saw. (it took me a minute to figure this out so I thought I would add it here)
This is a great saw, you get good cuts, it will last a long time, and the price point is very fair. Buy this item if you are doing a lot of DIY projects.
| Brand | DEWALT |
|---|---|
| Color | Black/Yellow |
| Blade Material | Stainless,Stainless Steel,Steel |
| Surface Recommendation | Stainless Steel |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Special Feature | Brushless |
| Included Components | 1) Miter saw, 1) Carbide Blade, 1) Blade Wrench, 1) User guide. |
| Product Dimensions | 21"L x 17"W x 17"H |
| Voltage | 110 Volts |
| Item Weight | 56 Pounds |
| Speed | 3800 RPM |
| Blade Length | 12 Inches |
| Number of Teeth | 32 |
| Cutting Angle | 45 Degrees |
| Current Rating | 15 Amps |
| Handle Material | Standard durable material (Not specifically mentioned) |
| UPC | 885911906906 |
| Manufacturer | DEWALT |
| Part Number | DWS779 |
| Item Weight | 56 pounds |
| Country of Origin | Taiwan |
| Item model number | DWS779 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Size | 12 Inch |
| Style | 12" Sliding Miter Saw |
| Finish | Brushed |
| Material | Metal |
| Pattern | Saw |
| Shape | Rectangular |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Measurement System | Metric |
| Special Features | Brushless |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Warranty Description | 3 year limited warranty |
