I've had decent use out of this: https://www.screwfix.com/p/titan-ttb794msw-210mm-electric-single-bevel-sliding-mitre-saw-240v/881kp
However I've not used it for anything massive
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However I've not used it for anything massive
I have an evolution 210mm with the multi material blade that comes with it, it’s ‘okay’, quality isn’t great but you can’t really expect much for the price.
I just ordered a De Walt 250mm to replace it and the evolution will be going on Facebook shortly.
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I’d be interested in if you think it’s worth double the price (and more). I went and got my hands on a couple in B&Q (as it’s the only place local that has tools out) and you could feel the difference from the evolution 250 and the dewalt 773 but the price difference to a dewalt 250 is making me debate my usual policy of needing the best through spec creep.
Anyone have this, and recommend it or not?
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I disagree. I think they’re all par for the course. The only thing is Milwaukee stuff is heavier, they’re shrinking their stuff down with the latest stuff (that isn’t out yet). Makita probably edges it for me due to them being Japanese and still easily repairable. Even saying that I wouldn’t even say my hilti stuff is better, certainly not twice the price better.
If it’s just for DIY and you aren’t going to get gardening tools. I’d save even more money and go for milwaukees 12v range. Super light, cheaper, hard wearing. Massive range. Even their hammer sds gun packs a punch and will certainly do everything you need it to do in a house hold. Although I’ve never drilled a >16mm hole for say a garden tap but I reckon it would do it.
Completely agree with the batteries though!
I found when I bought cheap I bought twice. Iv'e went from Ryobi to Makita to Milwaukee. Not a trade just a heavy home user. I would recommend Makita but I'm loving life now in the Milwaukee ecosystem. Power tools and garden equipment all running off the same batteries is fabulous. Cost to entry is expensive. (Mostly the batteries)
I'm looking at a telescopic ladder for painting the stairwell. Idea being it will be jammed against the stairs and the top of the ladder against the stairwell wall so it will not move. I have seen stabiliser blocks for stairs that have the ladder across the stairs but that seems a bit crazy. The other alternative is to use a platform but none seem to provide the right dimensions for the stairwell and stairs.
I don't need an external ladder - I have a 3 part one for the sides of the house etc. It's just the sections are too large for the stairwell.
Was thinking of a Werner 3.2m telescopic. Perhaps not the most robust in the long term but I'll just store in a box when not in use.
I don't need an external ladder - I have a 3 part one for the sides of the house etc. It's just the sections are too large for the stairwell.
Was thinking of a Werner 3.2m telescopic. Perhaps not the most robust in the long term but I'll just store in a box when not in use.
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I have an inbuilt hate for these telescopic items, they only ever pinch my hands and anger me. But I've only used a cheap one - all of my other Werner stuff has been decent, so I'd like to think this would be better
Got myself a Werner 2.9m which is just about long enough but doesn’t have the irritating stabiliser bar which is good idea normally but less than ideal for stairwells.
I read one review that suggested using a dry lube on the joints and to clean any dust to prevent them from jamming.
I've got a Evo Rage3 255mm sliding mitre saw. Purchased back in September 2016 for £95 from Evo's ebay shop.
I'd bumbled along with the supplied blade until January this year when I got new 40T and 60T blades from Saxon Blades. IIRC, the bore size on the Evo is unusual, so many other brands don't fit without adapters which can cause headaches. The new blades are much better in cutting some oak I'm making into a coat rack. I have spent some time getting the blade aligned to be properly square and I'm pretty close to being spot on but I can't get the last ~1mm nailed down. I might revisit it but part of me does think that it may just be the tolerances and build quality on something that cost £95...
@b0rn2sk8 - I would be interested in knowing how the DW compares should I find enough cash down the back of the sofa to upgrade. Mind you, I've just purchased a plunge / track saw (still need to get the track though - the Evo ST2800-G2 seems be getting good reviews) and I would like a router for finishing jobs...
mingingly inaccurate - but if you're not doing anything that requires decent accuracy then it's perfectly fine.
I've got this one: https://www.screwfix.com/p/erbauer-...double-bevel-sliding-mitre-saw-220-240v/271fv had it for almost 6 years now and definitely had my money's worth out of it.
Cuts accurately, and hasn't struggled with anything I've used it for - both indoor and garden projects.
i'd expect it to be accurate and powerful - as its about twice the price of the one linked initially!
I got a replacement blade for mine from the same place to do some more accurate work and but it was pretty bad in terms of accuracy and the tolerances are way out, even cut to cut with no changes to the machine. I don’t think it’s the blade as it looks straight.
Don’t get me wrong if you just need something to cut down some 2 by 4’s then it’s fine. Just don’t take any mitres near it if you want them to look good. I’ve had the machine for years so it’s time for an upgrade.
I’m going to be re-doing some skirting board when I get the new one, because erm… it looks like a blind person did it by hand.
Just to manage expectations, I won’t be getting it for a couple of weeks and it will be longer than that before I actually use it in anger.
Edit: I’ve had a Festool tracksaw for a few years (got it at a bargain price during covid) and it’s a quality piece of kit compared to the Evolution motors saw.
I’ve had some decent Dewalt stuff recently and they show up the evolution for what it is, pretty cheap and not great quality.
The Dewalt 240v 2000w router is an absolute beast, I’ve also got the 18V cordless mini router and that is also a quality piece of kit.
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No rush, my tool piggy bank is empty right now (bar the track I need, sorry, want!).
Next couple of jobs for my mitre will be some new raised beds and a new workbench for which I've got pile of 4x2 on the garage floor. On the subject of 4x2, how do some of the DIY sheds expect to ever sell of the stuff they have in stock? I went to Wickes and must have spent 20 minutes searching through their stock for 9 lengths that didn't look like a boomerang or have massive splits in. I could pickup some from my local timber yard but the CLS is out in the massive yard and I'm not sure if they'll let you pick your own.