Dewalt 12in Sliding Miter Saw DWS779: Setup & Review
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- Äas pĆidĂĄn 6. 09. 2024
- Unbox & Setup Dewalt 12in Dual Bevel Sliding Miter Saw DWS779
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In this video, we unbox and setup a 12in Sliding Miter Saw from Dewalt. This saw was AMAZING right out of the box, and a couple months in it is going strong. We love it so much!!! I had to get a 60T blade as the 32T that came with mine was not supposed to be in the box, and Lowe's was kind enough to switch it out for me at no charge (Look into your specific deal).
This model is the one WITHOUT the built in LED light, wasn't something I needed. As far as I know, this saw is Identical to that one other than for the LED light (DWS780)
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Great video.....thank you very much. Now I know how to get it out of the box and about all the knobs and extra parts. Your video was a big help....who wants to read that owners manual? NOT ME!
Glenn - Thank you so much for the kind words and taking the time to share them! Makes creating these videos worth it, so thanks for the support! Good luck with the saw itâs a good one!! đȘđ»
lol ill keep the manual handy just picked this up really didnt want to read the manual lol
I do read them before I dig into a tool even if I feel confident, but I definitely donât keep them past that. I hope the video helps you out!!
Thankyou for this video. I lost my husband of 44 years and now am learning & doing all myself. These videos help. đđ
Sorry for your loss. I am grateful that the videos helped you out! Wishing you success on your DIY journey!
I have the non-sliding 12" model, and have had it close to 20 years. It has never given me any problems. Just change the blade when necessary and check the blade angles from time to time. Best tool buy in my garage.
Nice!!! I honestly feel like this saw could last forever. I keep it cleaned up and Iâll definitely keep the blades changed. Itâs been amazing so far, ver happy overall. Thanks for watching and for the comment! đđ»
I've used other (10" saws) previously and was pretty surprised with the speed and cutting ability of this Dewalt saw.I have bolted mine to a table to minimize movement which I highly recommend.This is a Great saw czcams.com/users/postUgkxPeGkHOMe05FySypTOvYumxMn-xi39oRe with a light to see your cutting line (not a laser line).I'd recommend this saw fro anyone looking to upgrade from a 10" miter saw.
I'm new to the world of Miter Saws, and DW779 is my entry point.
I'm a proud subscriber of the axiom "measure twice, cut once."
I'm more confident after watching your video!
Thank you!
Thanks so much for the comment! Iâm glad the video helped you out and you enjoyed it. Iâve got one up on the light kit add on for this saw as well if youâre interested, itâs a relatively cheap add on thatâs brings a ton of value to this saw. đđ»
@@TheToughGuysTV Copy that, and I agree.
I decided to grab the 779 after learning we can upgrade it to the 780 on our own.
I'm cutting scraps before frames.
Once I'm solid, I'll install the light.
I plan to use your videos, and I appreciate this reply.
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Thanks for the video. Was trying to acclimate to a saw Just purchased. S779 saw used with stand from a local retired carpenter. $150 - Sat for a year. A bit packed with saw dust. Cut really good from the start with a dewalt 60T that it came with. Also purchased a Bosch 4100 table saw ($150) from him that just needed new bearings. Since the dewalt was used alot, I busted into the motor on that and am replacing two of the bearings on the armature that had small signs of wear. Not horrible but maybe on its way out in a years time. Repacked the gearing behind the blade with grease. She should be running top notch this week when all my bearings come in. I bought a new Kobalt 12" and stand a year ago but this dewalt might be my replacement from here on out. Pretty solid saw.
Always good to snag some used tools that need minor repairs, and saves money as well. Thanks for checking out the video!
As a complete novice at anything DIY, I was completely overwhelmed when unboxing this exact model. This was so helpful, thanks!
Glad the video helped you out!! Good luck with the saw, itâs been great for us so far, no issues. Thanks for watching!
Iâm in the same boat. Kind of a ânewbieâ, definitely my first saw of this caliber at 46 years old, intimidated and mildly overwhelmed. Appreciate this video so much!! Thanks!!
Thank you for the open box explanation and use! I donât have anyone to teach me how as a guy CZcams has been helpful to show the basics! You should do more workshops!
Too kind of you!! I appreciate it very much and glad you enjoyed the video! đđ»
Just bought this as my first power saw! Part of my three plan to slowly aquire all of the tools for my man cave
Nice man!! Congrats on the purchase it will not let you down! Check out my videos on the Skil tools lineup if your in the market for some cordless tools and also my Massca tools videos on the pocket hole jigs - all dynamite options! Thanks for checking out the video!! đȘđ»
Dude, that's what I'm talking about!
I love my Dewalt, had it for 6 years and have never run into any issues. Smart to put a new blade on, the standard 32T blade is OK, but you are better off with a 60T or 80T blade, much cleaner cut.
For the money, i think this is probably the best dual bevel slider you can get. IF some of you are watching this to make an informed decision before buying like i do, just buy it. You wont do better for that price. And thats the bottom line!
I completely agree - itâs been hands down, an absolute beast for us! Not a single issue since the video, and we use it pretty much every day. Thanks for taking the time to comment, and Iâm glad you liked the video!
Thanks for the video. I bought the Dewalt yesterday, the sales guy who knew nothing on the floor recommended the Rigid citing the lifetime warranty as he said "what more do you want" I responded "I want a tool that works lol" I think I made the right choice in part from your videos.
Thanks for this feedback! And glad you got the Dewalt! Thing was a rock for me! I had to sell when we moved, but I loved that saw đ€đ»
Truly grateful for your coverage here. I just unboxed this very DeWalt Miter Saw today and put it together with the mobile DeWalt stand. Appreciate you covering all the little things that some may feel are insignificant. Love the clamp and the hex tool space. Thank you again!
Hey thank you Joey! Much appreciated for sharing your thoughts - thatâs the reason I put these together is to hopefully help inform people before and after they make a purchase. I appreciate the support and youâre going to love this saw - itâs a beast! đȘđ»
The dust tube itself has holes in it under the blade arm. Pull it out, tape it up and it will help,especially when hooking up a vaccum.
Nice advice! Didnât know that and will try for sure! đđ»
So I just got this saw a week ago, really like it. Its a beast for a guy like me to lift and carry, but really like how it cuts. I'm installing laminate flooring, and it's making super smooth cuts with the 32 tooth blade that it came with. I can't wait to put it through all of it's paces as I use it for other projects!
Thanks for the comment! Itâs a solid saw!! I unfortunately had to sell mine when moving, was my favorite all time miter. I hope you have great luck with it!
All your cuts could have been done with a standard miter saw with no slide or bevel. For a good review of this saw, it would've been nice to see some bevel and compound bevel cuts.
I definitely dropped the ball on that front for sure, thanks for the feedback.
THANKS for the video , your know how and careful explanations
i just replaced a 23 year old dewalt DW708 type 1 - 12 inch sliding compound and find this new one so much more refined over it. all the 1st generation bugs long removed ,
set up was easy thanks to your video
Glad the video helped you out!! Good luck with the new saw! Check out my light kit upgrade as well for the 779, itâs a solid upgrade for not a ton of cost.
@@TheToughGuysTV that alone has saved many people a lot of money over the 780, by purchasing the 779 . it has already been installed on day 1 of ownership
Home Depot has these on clearance. I just picked one up for $280 (price is location dependent), it is an absolute steal!
Where do you live?
It's been replaced by the pricier DWS780. No HD's near me have any stock so I paid the $349 at Amazon. Great saw.
Nice grab at a Home Depot for sure!
Nice find!! Gotta love the price match! đȘđ»
My Dewalt saw is exactly the same.One thing I found was it was not cutting square.Most saws you might need to fine tune them
Yes very true, and over time they can go out of square with normal use as well - thanks for checking out the video! đđ»
I have a DeWalt 718 and a 780 both work great I double checked my guide to make sure that my angles were correct you can adjust that guide on the front of the saw if your angle is offâŠI use Diablo 80t blades which I use Diablo blades on all my circular saws âŠI also use the Ridgid mitre stand which makes it easy to store and easy to roll around
I wish I had a miter stand for mine as well, but the workstation build suffices for now. Thanks for checking out the video!
I have this saw, it works really nice, I have a few complaints, 1st off, with the bag it sticks out way to far, if you have a small shop, don't buy this, 2nd off it's really heavy, if I could do it again I would spend more and get a sliding miter saw that could sit flush against the wall, and prob go with a 10 inch since 12 is just so big
Itâs big for sure, and I call them out on the bag placement in my Evolution Miter Saw Video, itâs pretty crazy how far it sticks out. I donât move the saw around ever, so the weight doesnât really affect me but yeah if you have to move it at all might try to find a lighter option. Thanks for checking out the video!
Itâs a bad ass saw, iâve had mine for years, never locked up once.
I agree! Definitely an awesome saw! Check out the light kit if you haven't already - solid and pretty cheap upgrade in my opinion - I did a video on it here - czcams.com/video/ztO985h4t_Y/video.html
Great video. These are indeed great saws and I love mine. However, it should be noted that the DWS779 has gone through at least three production versions at the time of this response ... Type 20, 21, and 22 now being the latest. Each production version has obsoleted (ended production of) the prior version. However, you will not find information concerning the production version Type on the product's packaging. The production version Type may only be found on the label affixed to the upper surface of the saw's motor. Suffice it to say that all DWS779 saws are not the same and you have to dig deeper than the model name. When initially produced, the DWS779 and its $200-$250 more expensive sibling, the DSW780, differed only in that the latter featured an LED shadow cut line light (XPS Light). While the DWS779 Type 20, possibly Type 21, and DWS780 may have all of the features shown within this video, the DWS779 Type 22 production version lacks at least following features:
- the bevel stop pawls
- slide stop lever.
I can only surmise that these production changes were introduced to drive down production cost to make it more competitive, profitable, and provide greater differentiation between itself and the DWS780. It should be noted that many had been turning their DWS779 saws into full DWS780 saws by adding an aftermarket LED shadow cut line light for less than half of the cost differential between these two saws. Given this information, should the bevel pawls and slide stop lever be must have features for you, then you will need to purchase the DWS780 rather than the DWS779. Please additionally note that the DWS779 Type 22 saw has no provision to accept the bevel pawls or slide stop lever parts from the DWS780 or DWS779 Type 20/21.
Thanks for the amazing notes here!! I wish mine has the laser / light option - I think if I could do it over it'd definitely go that route. Thanks again - I really appreciate the comment!
@@TheToughGuysTV I accessorized my DWS779 with the light kit described in the linked video following this response ... it is simple to install and it works great!!! czcams.com/video/ZMJNE0_qUQw/video.html
@@TheToughGuysTV I just installed the light. You need 3 torx bits, a wire crimper and less than an hour even being careful plus the mod kit parts.
@@charlesanderson6863 likewise for me on the light addition, best 70 i have spent
@@seanclark8452 the newer kits no longer need one to use a crimper and do a cut and splice it is all plug and play
Been shopping around for a saw and keep coming back to this one,sold,thanks!
Awesome!! Itâs a great saw, Iâve not had any issues to date, been solid. Thanks for checking out the video I appreciate it!! If youâre in the market for other tools be sure to check out some of the other reviews weâve got up on the channel! đđ»đđ»
@Tough Guys TV - FYI: @6:16 there is a small black lever to the left. If you depress the lock button and flip that lever up it holds the button down to optionally disable the detents.
Hey thanks for that tip!!
Just got this saw last week for same price. Love it. Itâs more accurate than my old Dewalt slider and the motor is smooth. Cut some crown and trim and the miters were tight. Dust collection isnât bad either. I was overdue for a new saw as parts for the old one donât exist anymore.
Hope it works out awesome for you!! Always great to get a shop upgrade thatâs for sure!! đȘđ»
Hands down to most square and true compound miter saw on the market, for a low budget price.
I love this saw - built with great quality, hasnât let me down yet. Will be in my shop for many years no doubt!! Thanks for watching and for the comment! đȘđ»
Today, what is the price of the saw?
Iâm not sure, would just have to look online
Dude, great video! Just got my saw and the mobile stand for my birthday present. Thank you, wife! You didn't even turn on the laser! Well, the manual (yes, I read it) calls it a laser but it is actually a shadow. It's called XPS and includes the light. Yes, there is a light on your blade at the top. To turn it on just press the black rubbery switch north of the saw handle (not the carry handle). Check it out!
Hey! Thanks for the comment! I got the 779 which didnât come with the light kit. I did another video where I added an aftermarket light kit to mine. I think the 780 came with the light kit already on it (which I didnât know at the time I bought mine). Good luck with your saw and thanks for checking out the video!
Props on using a high quality camera and having great audio!
Thanks! Although since I just use an iphone Iâm hoping youâre not being sarcastic! đ Either way, thanks for watching!
I have seen many channel for dws780 but this the best video which I really like it... it's a short and simple explanation which everyone can understand easily. Thanks for this videođ
Thank you so much for the feedback! Really appreciate it!! đȘđ»
Bought one of these and two days in while in the process of calibrating, I discovered the 90 degree and the right 45 degree positions to be true using a roofing square, but the left 45 was off maybe a 1/2 degree. Back fence true and table bed perfectly flat, leading to the conclusion that the detents are slightly off. Not happy and going back to the Depot.
Definitely good to return it if not square, especially if you tried to dial it in. Something could have been off for sure
@@TheToughGuysTV Took it back to the Depot and bought the 780 at Lowe's on sale $ 160 off. Lines up great out of the box. I read where the 779 is assembled in Taiwan, not sure about the 780.
The manual really sucks. Your video was very helpful. Can't wait to get started with mine.
Thanks Eric!! I appreciate the feedback and glad the video helped you out! Hope you love the saw and good luck with it! đȘđ»
I agree. Setting up the saw isn't hard. Following the manual to do it though...
im looking for a saw and was between the rigid and the dewalt because they are priced the same so far....your two videos really helped me make my decision...going for the dewalt.
Thanks so much for the feedback!! Glad the videos could help you out!!
@@TheToughGuysTV what table saw do you have or recommend?
i just bought the same saw, i put a 11/4 furnco fitting on the dust collector to my shop vac, works real good.
Thanks for the note on the vac attachment! Also thanks for checking out the video! đđ»
Today, I got this saw for $450 and sales don't exist for this stuff thanks to covid, supply chain problems, and inflation. LET'S GO BRANDON!
I am looking forward to working on my renovation with this tool. Thank you for making this video!
I bought my DWS 779 last winter and two months later I got the XPS LED light kit for it which is what the DWS780 has, you can get the XPS kit from M&M Tool Parts for $63.73
Jason - thatâs awesome!! I need to get that part / add on for mine for sure!! Iâll check it out! Thanks for watching and for the advice on the light. đȘđ»đđ»
đđœđđœđ€đœđ€đœđ€đœ It's very easy to install, M&M Power Tools has a video here on CZcams to help with the installation, I'll look for the link.
czcams.com/video/ZMJNE0_qUQw/video.html
Super simple install. Mine works great! One thing that I havenât spent the time to straighten out on mine: after the XR upgrade from m&m, every now and then the trigger sticks on. Not that big a deal, itâs only for a few seconds. When Iâm done with our house, Iâll take it apart and see whatâs sticky.
I almost bought the 779 with the intent to install the XPS kit, but then the 780 went on sale last week for $449.
Just got mine yesterday. Perfect video on the start up. Thanks
Thanks so much!! I hope the saw works out great for you! đȘđ»
I have that saw and is no issues at all. Nice cuts, not match ducts as I was expected. Just a little bit heavy. :) Got it from Lowes for 349$ (Canadian) they beat the Homedepot price for 10%.
Itâs a beast! Thanks for sharing your info on the saw, and thank you as well for checking out the video!! đȘđ»
The blade change is the same as a Skillsaw nice , just ordered mine on amazon for 199.99
That's a helluva deal at $200!! Nice grab!! Thanks for watching!
Thank you, I watched the ridgid review last night and I am glad I did. I was picking one up today until I watched the Dewalt review. Now I am running out and picking up the dewalt. Thanks again, I am now a new subscriber to your channel. đđ»
Thanks Kyle - I really appreciate you taking the time to leave the comment. The Dewalt is a GREAT choice!! Stay tuned - I'll be doing a video no the Light Kit add-on for the 779 in the coming weeks!!
Thanks for the video! I just received one of these saws as a gift and can't wait to start building with it. Your video gave me a nice rundown of all the moving parts.
Glad I could help! It's really a great saw!! Check out my light kit add on video for this saw as well, it's a great inexpensive upgrade for the 779 Model - Good Luck and thanks for checking out the video!
Great video my friend ...... I have this saw, but needed a âwalk aroundâ to be familiarized with it ........ you taught me a few things ...... SO THANKS!!
Thanks Ron! I appreciate the support! Glad the the video was able to help you out. đđ»
@@TheToughGuysTV make more ..... please ;)
Misses the most important part of setting up the saw. First thing in the directions is to make sure the saw is cutting the angle it says it is by checking the angle of blade and adjusting the scale. My saw came out of the box almost 2 degree off. Make a straight cut and check with a framing square. If off follow the first section of instructions to adjust scale to read proper angle.
Thanks for doing this! Excellent video. I just got one of these for Christmas this year and watching this video saved me probably an hour or so poring over the instruction booklet which is not well written and presented. Who knew thatâs where you stored the fastening tool? Excellent tip!
Thanks for the comment - truly appreciate it!! Glad the video was able to help you out!! I love this saw, it's a great addition to any shop.
Bought the same saw will be here tomorrow, and canât wait to get started with it.
Itâs a great saw!! Thanks for checking out the video and good luck with yours!! đȘđ»
Thanks! I just bought this saw a few days ago. Canât wait to get it and start using it.
Itâs truly an AWESOME saw, I use it all the time. Doing a big desk build this weekend, itâs a workhorse!! Glad you liked the video - thanks for checking it out!!! Good luck with your saw!! đȘđ»
Appreciate the video. Went and picked one up yesterday. Moved into a new home about a year ago and projects are starting to line up. Good adventures ahead!
Thatâs great! Having some good projects is a blessing, so I hope they go great for you! Thanks for checking out the video! đȘđ»
Super excited about just getting mine- itâs my first double bevel and hope this lasts me years!
I think you made a great choice!! I love this saw! And thank you for watching and taking the time to comment! đđ»
@ Harvest Ham. I also just picked one up from HD and love it. Just an FYI you can pick up an XPS shadow light kit online for about $75. Iâm anxiously waiting for the arrival. And you will essentially have a DWS780. Youâre welcome!
Dewalt is sending me a new 60T blade for free. Mine has the 32T on it too. No clue why they did that, but it is great they are correcting that mistake for free.
So awesome to hear you got the new blade as well!! Nice win! Thanks for checking out the video - hoping it was helpful all around for you.
I purchased this saw 3 days ago. Mine came with the ripping blade as well however lowes would not exchange the blade for me so I was stuck purchasing another blade and now have a 32t blade that I have no use for.
Iâve looked into a bit more and that 32T is good for construction rip cuts, but not for anything else basically and it is ok to run it. Switching the blades on the dewalt is super quick too which helps. What blade did you end up purchasing?? Iâve heard the Spyder brand is AMAZING - not tried it yet though. Thanks for watching and for sharing your thoughts!! đđ»
The 32 tooth blade is what you want when youâre building decks and any type of framing. It cuts through the lumber faster with less strain on the saw motor. The more teeth you have on your blade the more it will gum up when cutting through pressure treated lumber. I personally have both blades so I will be prepared for any job I want to do.
A 32T blade absolutely has its uses, go ahead and cut thru a pt 4x4 with a t60 at the same speed with a t32 đ€Łđ€Ł
Thanks TG I just got one of these and Iâm glad I watched your vid. I think Iâm going to hook up my shop vac to the sawdust port instead of the bag.
This video was great! This is the first big saw my wife and I bought and I was a bit intimidated by it. Your relaxed tone and the chill music is a very nice added touch. Canât wait to try this out!
P.S. Go Colts!
Hey!!! Go colts indeed! Will have to see how Wentz does for us..
I really appreciate the feedback here, truly! Thatâs what I need to know if what Iâm doing is good and informative! đđ» Been changing things up a bit in newer videos with more voice overs and a new Intro to try and speed up the videos overall - glad you enjoyed it and that it helped you out! đȘđ»
This is a great saw except it comes with a 32 tooth blade. Once fitted with an 80 tooth blade it cuts 6 inch base trim like a champ. The flaps around the dust port close while using an attached vacuum
Great Video Sir. I can not get mine to Cut 90 degree cuts at full extension its off by a couple of degrees at the fence
Interesting that itâs off only at full extension, must me some twisting on the rails as it extends. Iâm not even sure if thereâs a way to counteract that, maybe try reaching out to Dewalt directly on warranty if the saw is newer? Never heard that issue before, so good luck! Circle back if you find a solution!
Be nice to see a square on those cuts, then a 45 then back to 90. Although it was nice seeing where the sawdust goes.
Yes, I definitely could have shown more detail on the cuts, thanks for checking out the video!
Crazy how different they come in the box at different locations I guess or upgraded versions I just got mine 2 days ago it has a Allen head bolt for arbor bolt not a hex head so my tool is torques on one end an Allen on other not the socket style like yours but I do have the trigger thing kind like a safety havenât
Yeah thatâs a bit different maybe they do update the models incrementally or something. Good to know and thanks for sharing! Hope your saw works out great! đȘđ»
Best miter saw hands down , Iâve had my for about 12 years now , and Iâve cut just about everything with it and it keeps on going
Itâs solid for sure! Itâs been great for us so far, no issues at all. Thanks for checking out the video and for leaving a comment - much appreciated! đđ»
Great review! I was planning on purchasing the Ridgid but saw your video. Then I saw this video ans ended up buying the DeWalt for the build quality and precision. Thanks man!
Hey thatâs awesome!!! So glad I was able to help you out and yeah this Dewalt is a beast. Iâve loved it everyday, itâs never had any issues. Dynamite saw all around. Good luck with yours and thanks so much for watching! đȘđ»
The Rigid warranty is tempting but these Dewalts last 20 years.
Itâs been amazing for me so far
the part I needed to see is on fast forward. it's brand new so I don't know how to lift the saw blade up as it's locked no one shows the obvious until it's not obvious to us all// but sure it was fun watching you do what I really want to do/@ 1:06 your hand touches something and it's so fast/
If this is your first saw perhaps someone can tell me push? pull? what? by 1:08 it's up your hand is still covering what you did????
I hope you figured this out! I missed your comment!! Thereâs a little metal piece you pull out to release the saw from folded position! Apologies that I didnât show that clearly on the video!
Great video! I feel like I need a little different instruction straight out of box instead of starting with blade. Basic functions first and to get the product in useable function first (locks, slides, angles, bevels). I couldnât figure out how to release the saw lock and went elsewhere. Had to scroll around the video to find my answers since it wasnât basic simple first progressing to blade replacement. Thanks for the help!
Thanks for the feedback, and glad that ultimately the video helped you out đđ»
Hey man, awesome breakdown! New homeowner here and as many have stated, projects stacking. Built a baby gate with a hand circular saw, which was a pain to get the cuts accurate. Just bought this saw today (used) and being that this is my first miter saw, this was an awesome breakdown of all of the features. I really appreciate the amount of detail that you went into. Worth the subscription on its own, looking forward to sifting through the rest of your videos!
Thanks so much for the feedback!! Truly appreciate it and so glad the video helped you out, thatâs been my goal in making these. Good luck with all your projects and with the saw!
Couple tips, when cross cutting do it with the blade all the way down to send the sawdust into the shoot. And don't use finish blades for normal or treated lumber. That's a cheapo blade too. Get diablo 44t for cross cuts and rips.
I have a Diablo on it now for sure! Thanks for the notes and for checking out the video!
Just picked up one today. Im gonna use the 32 tooth blade to learn the machine and then go 80 or higher.
Nice!! I hope itâs a great saw for you as well! Iâve really enjoyed it. Definitely going to be changing to a diablo or Spyder blade I think very soon đȘđ»
Thanks for the video. I just purchased this online for BF 2021, but am picking it up tomorrow at Lowe's. When I was in the store the decal on the throat plate said it cut 14" to the fence and 16"to the rear fence. What rear fence? Even the store employee didn't know what that meant. The only 2 true 16" cutting saws were the Rigid and the Kobalt. Sorry about the Rigid- I know how you feel when you want something to work really badly and it just won't!
Not sure on the ârear fenceâ Iâm guessing thatâs an error, itâs made to cut up to 14â, so Iâve got no clue. I so wanted the Ridgid to work out.. but this miter is a workhorse, never a single issue. Check out the video on the light kit upgrade I did as well!
@@TheToughGuysTV I found this video, search:"How to crosscut 16" boards on the dws780 " this is the "rear fence"- interesting. I'm planning on upgrading the light, I'll check your video out. Thanks!!
My saw is locked in the position that doesnât allow me to open the saw to make cuts up and down. Unless I missed it, I wish this was put in the video as well. I believe the only part that was explained was back and forth
Basically I canât lift the saw up and downward
Now thats a real miter saw!
For sure!!!! I love this Dewalt! Thanks for checking out a few of my videos, truly! đȘđ»
I'm glad you mentioned the RIDGID saw you tried. I love RIDGID for their lifetime warranty and was about to buy the one you purchased, but after watching these videos, I think I will spend the extra $20 on my first Dewalt product.
Loved the 779, was a great saw by Dewalt and the light kit add on saves a ton of money vs the 780 model
I just upgraded to the 799 from the Ridgid. The Ridgid has a blade wobble problem and also has less capacity.
I just bought one of these and this video is so helpful and much easier than reading the manual. Thank you :-)
Thanks so much for the comment!! Glad the video was able to help you out!! The saw is AWESOME - you'll love it!
I just purchased this saw
From Loweâs and got the stand free.
You gave this a very good review..."no wobble, cuts great". But the most important thing to me is: Does it cut square? You never say.
Yep. It does cut square as long as you have it set to square, and holds true once youâve got it dialed in. Didnât realize I missed showing that! Thanks!
Awesome. Mine on its way...had 12 inch rigid but needed sliding blade for longer cuts. Also got diablo 80tooth blade. Got into woodworking and bought tools and realized after the fact I got wrong tools. Like my table saw...anybody know.a good table aaw.mid range price like 700ish? I hate my.fence on my.rigid table saw its ridiculously annoying to get accurate rips ect ect.
Delta makes a helluva table saw at that price point, I believe through Lowe's - check into that. Thanks for the support!
Funny, mine had an extra security below the on/off button (black flat handle) to unlock the blade cover. Probably due to regulations in Europe... Very nice (but heavy) saw!
Yeah that thing is heavy! Mine has that little flap under the button as well, I must not have shown that very well in the video - it's a safety so you can't accidentally engage the saw. Thanks for watching!
@@TheToughGuysTV I just removed it... So much better (mine sometimes got stuck). The cap makes it safe enough in my opinion. When you accidential engage the saw, the cap is still on, so no problem. I think when the saw is new, the security "flap" works much smoother, but after a while it gets a bit rougher.
Complete newb here....
Thanks so much for this video! Very helpful to my understanding of this tool!
What's the difference between the 32T and 60T blade? Why is the 60T better?? Thanks!!
Thanks for watching!! The 60T blade will make cleaner cuts for certain circumstances. The 32T blade is a better rough cut type of blade, def general purpose for construction lumber. If youâre able, consider Diablo or Freud blades, both would serve you well! Good luck! đ€đ»
Iâm a little upset about the Rigid saw you had problems with. I may go with the Dewalt. Being a Rigid guy, Its upsetting. Nice vids. Subbed
Thanks so much for the sub!! I appreciate you checking out the videos - so glad they brought you some value. I was bummed about the Ridgid as well... I so wanted that to be my saw!!
Very informative and easy to understand. Thanks for posting it.
Thanks for the feedback - much appreciated!! Thank you for checking out the video! đȘđ»
Great review, new subscriber, I will be buying this saw soon, recently bought a new house that has a nice shop. Been on the fence about witch miter saw to get until I watched your video. I don't particularly care for dewalt, but I feel like they are the best when it comes to miter saws
Thanks so much for the comment!!! Truly appreciate that and for subscribing!! We've got a few videos in editing phase currently, holidays slowed me down a bit. I love the dewalt, been a workhorse for me but like you it's my only dewalt tool personally. Thanks again, hope you find value in the new videos coming up!
Thanks for this really good video. Iâm convinced to goes with this brand of miter saw. No need for Festool.
Good video, thanks for taking the time and explaining the features on on, now i will go ahead and take it out the box its been six month since i purchased it.
Definitely no better time than now to give it a go!! Hope yours is perfect!! đȘđ»
New Does anyone notice the new version of the DWS779 is different than the old one? Dewalt removed at least five features such as crown stops and slide lock lever. The kerf plate in the old version has two pieces instead of one piece in the new version.
Definitely some good observations - would be interested to know their reasoning for removing features for sure! Thanks for checking out the video and for the comment! đȘđ»
@@TheToughGuysTV I was planning to buy one, but I did not after comparing the DWS780 and new version of the DWS779 at Lowes. The bottom of the fences in the DWS779 do not have holes to attach custom fence to cut wider boards. You have to drill holes by yourself. Therefore, the new one cannot be used to cut 16" board.
I'm having trouble to decide between a Ridgid and a DeWalt miter saw.
For sure I know DeWalt is way better, and probably a little way more expensive, besides is a dual bevel saw.
But for home projects, would a Ridgid miter saw do the work???
It really does come down to a personal preference and where youâll have it setup to use. I personally have had terrible luck with Ridgid miter saws, but my Dewalt was awesome. I currently use a saw by Evolution - I have a video here on the channel def check that out if interested. Good luck in your search!
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I think I will get the DeWalt, I have seen more positive reviews from DeWalt buyers and Im convinced it would be my best option.
Thank you very much for your recommendation.
God bless you.
This saw will be perfect for my next project involving repeatedly cutting slices of 2x4.
Itâs a great choice no doubt! Check out my video on the light kit add on as well if interested! Thanks!
Great tutorial! Thanks! Now I'll know what to do with my Christmas gift! It has so many features that are better than the Ridgid saw. I've used the Ridgid for 6 years, and lately have had lots of trouble with the blade guard getting in the way. Hopefully, the DeWalt will perform much better!
I love this saw!! Only thing I do wish it had the light or laser attachment, BUT regardless it's awesome. Good luck with your saw and thanks for watching!
Thank you for the review. I really appreciate it! Excellent presentation!
Thank you!!! Iâm glad you enjoyed the video and I appreciate you letting me know!
Just picked mine up today. Last one in the area. They are being discontinued.
Glad you were able to get one!! Itâs been a great saw for me!! Good luck with yours! đȘđ»
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How much did you pay for yours?
KDFROST1 the sale price at lowes. $350.
They have a metabo 12 inch dual bevel on sale for $179 right now. Idk if I should return the dewalt and get that one.
REEF X mr
Thanks for your prompt reply
KDFROST1 the metabo isnât a sliding miter saw. The dewalt is probably one of the better saws you can get, especially at that price. I probably wonât use mine for awhile, because I have so many projects to do lol. But if you find one, Iâd spring for it. Tools tend to pay for themselves!
Lucky they did that. I had to call Dewalt and speak to manager because cs tried hard to say it was the right blade, I watched too many others to know better, the one they put in box is for ripping. DW Told me they will send me the 60T as a courtesy. Lol. Ask for manager and they will fix you up.
Nice! Glad you had success with the blade as well! Iâm not sure if it actually wouldnât work correctly, but the instructions say what they say - so itâs best to follow that in my opinion. Thanks for checking out the video and for sharing your experience!!
@@TheToughGuysTV it makes a difference with more teeth. 80 T would be even sweeter.
Oh yeah for sure! Iâve been looking into getting some new blades for various projects, looking at 80T options. Check out what Evolution is doing with their saws as well - Iâve got a video up on their R255 Miter - that thing is amazing. Their blade technology is outstanding - cuts through basically anything
@@autumngrace3135 did they send you the 60T blade after all??
Also on sale from 549-399 at depot for 4th of July
Not a bad deal! If you are able to get the 779, you can do a light kit upgrade for it too, which makes it very close to the 780 too
Question if you can answer: There is a screwhole for a screw right next to your left index finger knuckle at about 2:55. Any idea what the screw that goes there is for? Our saw came with that screw in place and I have no idea what the screw is for. Thanks for this video, I think we watched it to see how to swap out the blade when we bought the saw a couple years ago. Been working great.
You forgot the best feature that stands out from past dewalts...
The 6 3/4 vertical capacity is key for taller baseboard.
Great overview. I have one of these on order. I'm excited for it to be delivered.
Itâs a great saw!! Iâve got a video up on a light kit add on. I definitely recommend taking a look! Good luck with the saw!
Just got this saw this week. Excellent excellent video. Great job and thank you. I love the saw. Picked up a few things from your video
Thanks so much for this comment! I hope you've had good luck w/ the saw yourself (Assuming you got one) - Check out my light kit upgrade if so, we have a video on the channel for that add-on. Thanks!
Best Video for a newbie/ thanks for explaining not just making cuts showing off like every other video I went thru đ I will visit this video again and again until it all comes natural/ BEST TEACHING so far đ yes I'm a girl
Love how specific this explanation is. Thank you.
Thank you for the feedback!!! đđ»
Thanks for review. My 25 year plus old sliding 10 "Hitachi is still good, just that I lost the back extenders, so do I buy new or see if I can buy the fence extenders for larger trim ?
Awesome video!!! just bought one of these myself after watching this. Love the new saw thanks for the review.
Glad I could help! It's a solid saw! I've got a video up on the channel that covers the light kit you can add on that makes this closer to the 780 model.
Liked and subscribed due to how well the video was made and how informative you were making it. This is by far the biggest piece of equipment I own now (got it for Christmas from the hubby) and can not wait to start using it. I must admit it was a bit overwhelming when I started assembly by the manual (boring). Wondering if maybe you could explain saw blades and what's best for what, type of thing. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
Hey!!! Thanks so much for this comment!! Apologies for me delayed response. I highly recommend Diablo for blades, that's always my go to. This link here helps you pick the right blade for the specific tool and project - www.diablotools.com/explore/saw-blades. Great choice on the saw as well, it's a work horse for us - new video uploaded today for a Playhouse I built for my kids for Christmas, and the saw got a TON of work!! If you don't follow on social media, check us out there too - we are always building something and happy to help however possible!!
The DWS779 is exactly the same as the DWS780. The difference is the price and the LED light. The DWS780 costs a lot more and comes with the LED light. You can add the LED light to the DWS779 for about $70 with shipping. Dewalt does not sell the light kit for the DWS 779 but another company does.
www.mmtoolparts.com/store/miter-saw-upgrade-kit-dewalt?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIvdXcvpT55QIVCaGzCh1WRQxVEAAYASAAEgIuavD_BwE
I bought and added this kit to my DWS779 and love it. I had the light kit on and older Dewalt model and loved it. The light sits directly above the blade and casts and accurate shadow on the wood, teeth and all. This gives you a highly accurate view of where the blade will cut the wood and never needs adjusted or calibrated like some laser lines.
They also posted a video on how to install the light kit that is very well made.
czcams.com/video/ZMJNE0_qUQw/video.html
Amazing post - I appreciate this very much.
The best video review I ever seen on CZcams thank you so much
Hey thanks for the kind words - truly appreciate that. Glad you enjoyed the video, hope youâll check out the channel and let me know what you think! đđ»
May I ask where and what model Work Table do you have your new saw mounted on, please? I really like your set up!!
Thatâs a home built work table. I donât have it anymore, so for the dimensions Iâm not totally sure.
@@TheToughGuysTV thank you
Great video, helped with the set up. I just purchased the saw this week, from Lowes as well. Where did you see that it was supposed to come with a 60T blade? The one I just purchased came with a 32T blade.
I noticed some wording in the instruction booklet, it could have since been updated. Honestly, from what Ives learned since this video, youâre probably good to go w/ the 32T blade but def consider going with Diablo / Freud or equivalent upgrade anyways. The Dewalt blade wonât last longe either way. Good luck and thanks for watching!
OK, someone tell me what I am missing here.
I am a DIYer, but not the average type. I buy distressed foreclosures and fix them up. I am still in the "DIY" category because I do not "flip." I live in these homes and fix them while I do. The house I am in right now I have lived in for 13 years, and I am just now finishing the remodel on the final bathroom. I give the whole house a "make it livable" makeover, and then take my time going back and doing it right, room by room.
All that is to describe my skill level, and my usage of tools. Those tools: I married DeWalt 20 years ago. Everything I own is black and yellow. So I use only professional grade tools.
When I went to buy my Miter saw, I saw two choices. A single bevel 12 inch for $300, and this dual bevel for almost $700 (both DeWalt, of course). I thought to myself "what do I GET for that extra $400?" The only advantage I could see is that I would not have to flip the wood over to reverse the cuts. That was not nearly enough to justify me spending an extra $400, so I went with the $300 7485.
I am open to finding out when I am wrong. What am I missing here?
Not sure Iâd pay up for a difference that large honestly unless youâre a trim carpenter or cabinet / furniture maker by trade. When I purchased it was not that big of a gap, so I opted for the model with more capabilities.
@@TheToughGuysTV Gotcha. Thank you for the response. If I was missing something, I wanted to know.