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Like every woodworker I know, my shop space is limited. EVERYTHING must be portable and/or on wheels. My wife has the twisted perception that her car should sleep in the garage at night. Women! Actually, it has become a blessing in disguise. When I put everything away and in it's place so that she can park in her half of the garage, it forces me to be neat and tidy.....................and creative, utilizing every cubic inch.
My DeWalt Miter saw is not a tool which I use every day.....................but I would like to use it more than I do. It was always such a pain to hoist it on top of my outfeed table and cut the various pieces to length. Yes a cross-cut sled works well when the stock is two to three feet in length. Pieces longer than that are just too cumbersome..................and dangerous to try and cut to length on the table saw. Table saw kick backs are scary so when I process my raw lumber, which is usually purchased in 10' lengths, I go to the miter saw, and since my limited shop space doesn't allow for a dedicated miter saw set-up, I have always struggled with set-up, hobbling together a jury-rigged cutting station. I knows that "purist" woodworkers sometimes feel that the miter saw is a construction site tool and simply is not precise enough for fine woodworking. Personally, I don't know what planet they are living on. Most modern miter saws have such sturdy and elaborate adjustment mechanisms that they are capable of incredibly precise...................and repeatable cuts.
Now..................as to my review of this miter saw stand.
Packaging is wonderful..................and the stand itself is built like a tank. The assembly is fairly intuitive which is good since the printed instructions are horrible.
Once assembled, which requires about 15 - 20 minutes, I placed my miter saw on top and attached it as instructed. The hoisting and lowering mechanism is smooth................and really effortless with the gas assisted piston. When collapsed, my miter saw stores neatly against the wall yet sets up rapidly when needed.
Bottom line? This is NOT a substitute for a dedicated miter saw station. There is no extended fence. Because there is no extended fence, there is no adjustable stop against which the work piece can be registered for repeatable cuts. But I didn't expect any of these and it's NOT what I purchased this stand for. I bought this to solve a portability problem which it does marvelously. It is amazingly rugged, gracefully balanced and portable as can be. It is probably better suited for the construction site than a furniture shop, but all of us must improvise.
This tool does exactly what I wanted it to and with a little ingenuity, I have designed and built an extended fence system for repeatable cuts. Overall, I love this thing. VERY well built and exceptionally engineered.
Lastly, it is so adjustable that almost ANY brand of miter saw will attach easily. I would definitely make the same purchase again.
| Brand | DEWALT |
|---|---|
| Color | Yellow |
| Blade Material | High Speed Steel |
| Surface Recommendation | concrete or wood |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Special Feature | Adjustable Mounting Rails, Wheel Mobility, Pneumatic Assisted Setup |
| Included Components | Rolling Miter Saw Stand (Saw Not Included) |
| Product Dimensions | 60"L x 17"W x 10"H |
| Voltage | 1.1E+2 Volts |
| Warranty Type | limited warranty |
| Item Weight | 25 Pounds |
| Speed | 2800 RPM |
| Blade Length | 17 Inches |
| Number of Teeth | 80 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00885911261005 |
| Handle Material | Alloy Steel |
| UPC | 885911261005 |
| Manufacturer | DEWALT |
| Part Number | DWX726 |
| Item Weight | 25 pounds |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Item model number | DWX726 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Size | One Size |
| Style | Miter saw stand |
| Finish | Brushed |
| Material | Blend |
| Pattern | Solid |
| Shape | Rectangular |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Maximum Weight Capacity | 300 Pounds |
| Number of Handles | 1 |
| Special Features | Adjustable Mounting Rails, Wheel Mobility, Pneumatic Assisted Setup |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Warranty Description | 3 Year Limited Warranty |
