Need Help on Purchase of a 10" sliding Compound Miter Saw - Woodworking Talk

mississippidavid · 02-21-2008, 10:52 PM

Hi all:

I am interested in buying a 10" sliding Compound Miter Saw .. I have decided on a 10" slider vs a 12" slider unless I can be convinced otherwise.. I have decided on a 10" slider as I am a hobbyist ... I figure I can save some money on blades ( as i have a 10" non slider) and on the initial cost of the saw .. For the projects I do, I think the 10" slider will do .. the question, is what brand and model .. Does anyone have any recommendations .. I am looking at the Bosch 4405 ( which replaced the 3915) single bevel slider or does any one think i should go to the extra expense and get a dual bevel .. any opinions would be greatly appreciated .. I am really having a hard time deciding so please give me a hand .. thanks

ps: I have a dewalt dw703 non slider -- a great saw .. for a table saw I have a portable rigid table saw which i love also -- I have a small garage

dbhost · 02-21-2008, 11:14 PM

Can someone explain to me what the advantage of a silding compound miter versus a non sliding model? It sounds like maybe you can work with bigger stock or something. I've never seen one used, so I am kind of confused.

huntsman22 · 02-21-2008, 11:17 PM

The dual bevels are more handy, but a single is fine. You just have to flip material around a lot. The Milwaukee single bevel slider is my choice over the Bosch. Don

huntsman22 · 02-21-2008, 11:18 PM

db, Miters are generally a bit smoother with a slider. The blade cuts thru without deflection or stress.......

daryl in nanoose · 02-21-2008, 11:37 PM

I have had the Makita 10" slider with dual compound for a great many years and just love the saw and in fact I just bought a new one for a dedicated workshop saw. I had bought a cheeper saw for rough framing which only bevels one way and I absolutely hate it. I have herd good things about the Bosch.

mississippidavid · 02-21-2008, 11:56 PM

Makita 10" slider -- i am looking at the makita also -- so i have one vote for the dual bevel

I had bought the canadian tire 10" sliding miter saw and had to take it back-- the saw was not up to the standard I expected -- good for cutting firewood only - if you check out the CTC site, the reviewers were not very kind also --so that is why i an on the hunt for a new Sliding Compound miter saw -- I can tell what not to buy --- just need more opinions on what to buy afer buying the wrong one

Capt Crutch · 02-22-2008, 07:24 AM

The Bosch 4410L gets really good reviews.

jeffbayne · 02-22-2008, 08:42 AM

Looking for a miter saw

I was in the same boat as you- I got the Makita, and doubt i could be happier.

mississippidavid · 02-22-2008, 10:58 PM

I have looked at the Bosch 4410L and it is a fine machine ... i really like the upfront controls .. I has in HD tonight and looked an thought the bosch 4405 or 4410L were better saws for the money.. the 12" ones are just too big and i have decided i anot going to buy one.
I guess , i have pretty well made up my mind that i will go for a Bosch .. the only question is should i get dual bevel or single bevel .. Understanding that i want it all, but I have to realistic ... the dual bevel would be nice but not sure it is needed ... any opinions

daryl in nanoose · 02-23-2008, 10:06 AM

the dual bevel would be nice but not sure it is needed ... any opinions
" Needed" probably not. one of the questions you have to ask yourself how much long stock will I be cutting and is it easier to flip it around or slide it along to do the other end Also how often will I be useing this saw for compounds.
Remember you have to orient your marks all the time so when you flip it around you can see you cutting mark.
Myself if the saw was within a 150.00 more for the dual I wouldn't hesitate to get it. Not a lot money for best of both worlds.
My 2 cents

mississippidavid · 02-23-2008, 05:53 PM

thanks daryl: you are correct, I have to ask the questions of what my needs are ... I tend to over buy as i want it all -- since i have a small garage, i often have to go outside to cut long lenghs... I have a ridgid miter saw stand which is a very good stand ... I am doing it as a hobby, so i tend to do alot of my stuff in the spring, summer and fall as my garage is small ... i will only need the dual bevel very ocationally.... i am very impressed with the 10" slider by Bosch .. the reviews are great...

daryl in nanoose · 02-24-2008, 10:03 AM

I looked at that saw a while back and seems like a good buy. I dought you will go wrong with this saw. Good Luck

mississippidavid · 02-24-2008, 03:45 PM

thanks daryl -- I appreciate your comments and thoughts - I am just waiting for a sale -- i purchased the Mitre Saw stand by Ridgid -- if anybody is looking for a good miter saw stand, the Ridgid is very good for the price ... it is a great stand .. one of the best item i ever bought -- very handy

mikebal · 03-07-2008, 02:07 PM

I use a single bevel saw and sometimes it is a real pain. When I cut long stock in a crowded shop, I spend a half hour clearing out space to cut a 10 ft length. Then when I need to cut the other end, I have to move everything around or clear out another 10 ft on the other side. Really adds time to the job. Dual is the only way to go.

daryl in nanoose · 03-08-2008, 10:46 AM

Any way you guys can put your saw so you can feed them out a door?
This is what I have done and works well.

Paul K · 03-08-2008, 05:26 PM

dual bevel is very nice. If you are doing any building with it, impertive. IF just crosscutting stuff, maybe not. Trim, awfully handy. I have a 12" Dewalt, dual. Glad i went with it. Have a 10" older makita, which was a good saw, but the dual made the difference. As to the question about why sliding, (dbhosts question) well, without sliding a 10" will only crosscut legitimately a 4" wide board. Won't cut a 2X6 for instance, if my memory is correct, unless you tip it. I know it won't cut a 2X8. Anyway, with a sliding saw, you can cut a 2X12 nicely. VERY handy. This feature has virtually eliminated the need for a radial arm saw at the jobsite. RA's are still nice saws, but i suspect that they are likely to be a rare animal in this century.
Pk

daryl in nanoose · 03-09-2008, 10:38 AM

This maybe a silly thing to say but when you get this saw make sure you do 2 things all the time.
1- keep it cleaned and oiled ( under carriage, Rails)
2-Keep a very sharp blade on it.
By doing these 2 things you will get less deflection on the blade, smoother and more accurate cuts, and less problem free troubles in the future.

Forgot to mention, you guys with small shops that are having problems with to long of stock. Put a cat door in the wall so you can slide your material out.