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| DEWALT DW717 10-Inch Double-Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw |
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| Manufacturer: DEWALT |
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| List Price: $972.30 |
| Sale Price: $529.00 |
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Product Description |
| The DEWALT DW717 10-inch Double-Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw features best-in-class cross cut capacity and an exclusive bevel detent system for incredibly accurate cuts and amazing versatility. The DW717 optimizes cutting accuracy on repeat cuts with its seven positive stop bevel detent system, as well as with its adjustable stainless steel miter detent plate which has 11 positives stops to ensure cutting accuracy and improve overall productivity. Angled cuts have never been more versatile -- cross cut capacity of 12 inches at 45 degrees; Vertical cut capacity of nested crown up to 6-1/4 inches; Miter capacity 60 degrees left and 52 degrees right; Bevels up to 48 degrees for unparalleled cut capacity. The powerful 15 Amp motor spins the 10-inch blade at speeds of 4,000 RPM for cleaner cuts. |
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Product Details |
- Exclusive bevel detent system for easy 7 positive stop repeatable cuts
- Best-in-class cross cut capacity of 12 inches at 45 degrees
- Tall sliding fence supports up to six-inch base molding; up to 48 degree bevels; miter capacity left 60 degrees, right 52 degrees
- Compact design with built-in carry handle weighs just 51 pounds
- Includes one DEWALT DW717 10-inch Double-Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw
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 Accurate and a Pleasure to Use |
| Review Date: April 13, 2009 |
| Reviewer: Jack A. Loganbill, Chicago |
I replaced my 20-year old Delta Miter Saw with the DeWalt 717. I had planned on purchasing the Bosch 10" slider, but after analyzing and fretting and then testing the new DW717, decided for the money, the DW717 was the best saw for our shop.
Out of the box the saw was setup pretty well, not perfect. It took a whopping five minutes to set up and test the 0 deg, 45L deg, and 45R deg settings. I read the instructions but did not follow them. I think my method was faster and turned out to be highly effective. I loosed the screws that attached the miter scale, then loosened the miter lock and override. I then moved the carriage to set the blade to 90 degrees. I then locked down the miter lock and override, moved the miter scale to line up the indicator to 0 degrees, and tightened the miter scale screws. Made a couple of test cuts in a sheet of MDF (12" wide) to verify that the saw was cutting accurately, and it was. Tested miters at 45L and 45R, and found them to be accurate as well.
The included blade works surprisingly well. I run Forrest and Ridge Tool (In Line Industries) cross-cut blades in my saws, but ordered a Freud LU91M010 blade for the DW717 and will install it soon for our cabinet-making activities. But for construction work and trim carpentry, I would not hesitate to use the standard blade.
The slider action seemed a bit rough but after closer examination of its competitors, there is little or no difference. They all slide a bit rough, even the Makita.
One of the highlights of the DW717 is the fence system. The fences are taller and have greater adjustability and versatility that most if not all previous generation saws. I say previous generation, because the DW717 is one of the newer designs among 10" sliders.
The cutting depth and cross-cut specs are also greater than most 10" saws. A 12" saw provides greater specs in this regard, but I don't like paying $$$$$ for 12" blades, and they tend to flex more in this context.
In regards to head deflection, the DW717 head deflects no more than any of the others when forcing the issue (not cutting, just pushing left or right). However, in use, when done correctly, there is zero deflection.
Though it will not completely cut through a 6 x 6, we tried it and the power seemed to be more than adequate. Since my work is typically cabinetmaker oriented, I generally do not work with construction lumber and thus its specs are perfect for me.
Regarding lack of a laser... I know I can add one at any time for $60 or so. I preferred to have a newer gen saw with the DW717 features than a stock laser that may or may not be effective. Frankly, most slider users with lasers find them less than ideal. So why bother.
On the negative...
1. The DW717, like most sliders, does not include zero clearance inserts. I will find or manufacture them.
2. I hate yellow, but evidently the saw is made in the USA, which is good.
3. Table could be a bit wider, but it offers a better platform that most sliders (Makita is better in this regard).
4. Dust collection leaves a lot to be desired. Until I add a DC drop, I am using a Fein vac with the saw and still at least 50% of the dust ends up on the bench, the saw, and/or my lungs. Okay, I realize this is a common problem, but c'mon manufacturers let's take some time to get this right. +1 for Festool.
5. It's probably just me, but I have yet to figure out the method for doing dados (grooves) at a consistent depth. Sure it's possible, but the depth mechanism is not designed as I would design it...
In Summary....
I had a $50 Home Depot gift card and thus was tempted to purchase the Makita 10" slider which was on sale for $399. Everyone knows the Makita is a great saw, with a great blade, laser, wide table, smooth slider, etc. However, I still purchased the DW717. Why? First of all, quality control at Makita, Hitachi, and Bosch is dropping like lead rocks. Read the reviews, try the saws. Even though I am very picky when it comes to tools, I could make any of them function perfectly well. But, where there is smoke there is fire, and so with an open mind I tried the DW717 and basically fell in love with its features, especially the great fence. It is simple to setup, erognomic to use, and very accurate. Plus, for those who take their saws to the worksite, the DW717 seems lighter or at least better balanced to carry than the competitors. Other than better dust collection and an improved depth mechanism for dados, I am not sure I would change a thing.
Now, where is the spray paint, I hate yellow tools....
Jack Loganbill
http://www.thewoodshop.20m.com |
Great saw for a novice. Fantastic accessories.
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| Review Date: August 17, 2009 |
| Reviewer: Goosecat, Vancouver, WA |
This is my first miter saw. I did a lot of research and decided on this one because of the extra tall vertical cutting capacity. No other 10 inch saw that I know of - sliding or otherwise - is able to cut my 5.25" baseboards vertically. So far, I've installed a floating engineered wood floor, laminate floors, and baseboards with great results.
The saw was perfectly calibrated out of the box. I replaced the stock blade with an Avanti 80 which was easy to do.
The best thing about the saw is the fantastic accessories which are perfectly designed for the DW717. The following accessories are must-haves IMO both for safety and usability:
DW723 miter saw stand - Lightweight but super sturdy. The quick release attachments make it very easy to mount and unmount the saw. The extension rails help a lot with cutting long baseboards and create a level plane with the saw.
DWS7085 LED - Creates a perfect shadow of your cut line while illuminating the work area. You won't need to nick the wood to find the cut line. Easy to install.
DW7082 clamp - Better than the stock clamp because it has a quick release and a bigger pad. The quick release makes it easy to swing the clamp over the fence when necessary. I bought one for each side which might be overkill but is more convenient.
Adding these accessories adds a lot of cost to your miter setup but they really make a huge difference. |
Awesome
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| Review Date: October 19, 2009 |
| Reviewer: T. Sawasky, |
| I have been researching and using sliding miter saws for years. I settled on Dewalts line for a couple reasons. 1)the miter scale can be adjusted which is the only saw on the market that offers this feature. I have seen lots of miter saws go bad and 9 times out of 10 it is the scale settings that is the culprit. 2)The capacity of this saw is a full 2 inches more than anything else on the market which comes in handy when cutting stair treads which have a run of more than 10 inches. I chose the dw717 over the dw718 due to the deflection that 12 inch blades are famous for. If you are on the market for a new slider take a hard look at this one. I was very impressed with the fit and finish of this machine as well as the accuracy. One more thing to note this saw is very lefty friendly. |
5 start cutting, 4 star setup
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| Review Date: November 14, 2008 |
| Reviewer: btrvalik, arlington, ma United States |
I've just recently purchased this saw so I don't have a lot of experience with it yet. This is also my first sliding miter saw, so many of my observations may be true of other sliders. I'm not a professional carpenter, I'm a proficient amateur in the middle of an extensive renovation of my Victorian.. read Lots-O-Trim. My previous saw was a 15 yr. old Delta compound miter saw which is still serving me well... I just need more cut capacity.
Good:
1) Accurately adjusted right out of the box
2) Relatively lightweight/compact. Even though this saw has a much larger cut than my previous saw, it is roughly the same weight and can be folded into a reasonable size. My old Delta was made of cast iron instead of aluminum.
3) Nice big bevel scale.. my 45 yr old eyes often had a hard time seeing the scale on the Delta in poor light with safety glasses ..or maybe I just need reading glasses.
4) LED light does a nice job. When used indoors, my Delta would cast a shadow on the cut line. This does not "project" a line like a laser, it casts a shadow of the actual blade. Note that the blade must be lowered to project a clean shadow. It essentially allows you to do a "touch alignment" very quickly and does not require any adjustment as you change blades or cut on either side.
5) Nicely portable, just as easy (or hard) to carry as my old saw.
6) Huge cut capacity. I had thought I would need a 12" slider to build my upper kitchen cabinets but this 10" has more than enough capacity.
7) Nice big fence (as compared to the Makita)
8) Nice detent controls
9) Dust collection works well when connected to my Fein vac. Others have complained about poor collection with the bag. I needed to add a little band clamp to strengthen and tighten the mounting point. The nice thing is that it fits the Fein without requiring an adapter.
Bad:
1) LED installation was a PIA. They are trying to keep the packaging small which made connecting the tiny wiring harnesses difficult. While installing the light you need to hold the guard up while trying to connect and conceal the tiny wires without pinching them. Seems like this could have been engineered a little better. Since this is a one time problem I did not deduct any points.
2) Blade change seems clumsy compared to my old Delta. Gaining access to the arbor requires you to partially unscrew a hold down bolt until you can move the blade guard down to expose the arbor. It takes a little fuddling to figure out how far to unscrew the bolt. My first attempts were rather frustrating several times resulting in a "jammed" mechanism. I don't change blades on a miter saw very often so it's not that huge of a deal. I should get the hang of this over time.
Neutral:
1) Splintering of the top surface when using the proper pullout-plunge-push method of cutting. This seems to be an issue with all sliders since the blade first cuts the wood on the underside. If you plunge first and then pull the problem goes away, but this technique it not considered safe since the the blade can "climb" the wood. With my chop style I always put the good face up, placing the good side down or standing the piece makes the problem go away.
2) Smaller table than the Makita, but a better miter scale position and more compact as a result.. it's all about the trade-offs.
3) More dust escapes from the left side of the saw.. not a problem just an observation.. keep your soda can to the right.
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dw717 cheap
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| Review Date: March 12, 2010 |
| Reviewer: Mrs. Sheila D. Kozney, |
| Lowes has this saw on sale thru March 31 2010 for $420. I combines that with a 10% off coupon for a purchase price of $380. Love the saw, I own the dw712 also, the 8 1/2" slider. Both are great saws and the features are outstanding. |
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