Rockwell Bladerunner bevel cuts I have viewed the video for the Bladerunner several times. It does not show the ability to perform bevel cuts, like those used to make drawer sides, baseboard trim most would be made at 45 degrees. Am I missing something, or is this a job it can't do? Also why the big change in price? i see it listed at about $179.99 other places. Rockwell Bladerunner bevel cuts I have viewed the video for the Bladerunner several times. It does not show the ability to perform bevel cuts, like those used to make drawer sides, baseboard trim... » Read More Rockwell Bladerunner bevel cuts I have viewed the video for the Bladerunner several times. It does not show the ability to perform bevel cuts, like those used to make drawer sides, baseboard trim most would be made at 45 degrees. Am I missing something, or is this a job it can't do? Also why the big change in price? i see it listed at about $179.99 other places. « Show Less
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I looked at one in the store, and at several different videos on Youtube. No bevel cuts.Amazon has been constant at $179.99 (Still is...see "more buying choices"). Acehardwareoutlet is gouging.
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I own a BladeRunner - and really enjoy it. The major weakness is that the table does not tilt - which would create the bevel. I also question why Amazon is posting such a high Original Price of 289.60. Bottom line, i feel that it does what the informercial says it will.
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I bought mine a little more than a year ago and it is a great saw .It was expensive when I bought it ,about 500 bucks, but being in my mid 60's running stairs with my bigger saws was getting old. I thought you had read the price wrong so I checked and your price is correct although I did find it cheaper on another Amazon site, but still 250 more than I paid. Sad, because it is a great little saw that I am very happy to own.
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mounted to the table. This Guy is a Powermatic salesman or a robot. The Powermatic PM1000 costs over $2300.00 delivered. The Grizzly 715 costs 850 from them direct. It better be a better saw for most of 3 times the cost. This saw is exactly what it says it is. A hybrid saw.It does a great job and anybody would be ahead to have one in their shop.
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I'm not exactly sure what you're asking. But there is a dial on the side of the tool that lets you adjust the speed of the tool. You can pretty much leave it at the highest setting color that allows you to cut the fastest., if you are using a wide blade, they tend to flutter a little bit at high speeds, and require you to use a block of wood or tile as a guide. You would also go a little slower if you were using the sanding pads in tight areas.they tend to flutter a little bit at high speeds, and require you to use a block of wood or tile as a guide. You would also go a little slower if you were using the sanding pads in tight areas. I'm not exactly sure what you're asking. But there is a dial on the side of the tool that lets you adjust the speed of the tool. You can pretty much leave it at the highest setting color that allows you to cut the fastest., if you are using a wide blade, they tend to flutter a little bit at high speeds, and require you to use a block of wood or tile as a guide. You would also go a little slower if you were using the sanding pads in tight areas.they tend to flutter a little bit at high speeds, and require you to use a block of wood or tile as a guide. You would also go a little slower if you... » Read More I'm not exactly sure what you're asking. But there is a dial on the side of the tool that lets you adjust the speed of the tool. You can pretty much leave it at the highest setting color that allows you to cut the fastest., if you are using a wide blade, they tend to flutter a little bit at high speeds, and require you to use a block of wood or tile as a guide. You would also go a little slower if you were using the sanding pads in tight areas.they tend to flutter a little bit at high speeds, and require you to use a block of wood or tile as a guide. You would also go a little slower if you were using the sanding pads in tight areas. « Show Less
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I agree that the slide action is less than perfectly smooth but I think it's a great saw in most other aspects and don't see the slide action as a problem. I really don't know why DeWalt has this issue but it doesn't affect my use of the saw. The ability to cut WIDE material is a great trade off. If you're cutting 2x4, 2x6 or moldings, the slide isn't used anyway. Also, after using the saw for a while you probably won't notice the slide action.The shadow light is also less than "perfect" but once you get used to using that you can literally split a pencil line with the blade. I think it's a great tool. I agree that the slide action is less than perfectly smooth but I think it's a great saw in most other aspects and don't see the slide action as a problem. I really don't know why DeWalt has this issue but it doesn't affect my use of the saw. The ability to cut WIDE material is a great trade off. If you're cutting 2x4, 2x6 or moldings, the slide isn't used anyway. Also, after using the saw for a while you probably won't notice the slide action.The shadow light is also less than "perfect" but once you get used to using that you can literally split a pencil line with the... » Read More I agree that the slide action is less than perfectly smooth but I think it's a great saw in most other aspects and don't see the slide action as a problem. I really don't know why DeWalt has this issue but it doesn't affect my use of the saw. The ability to cut WIDE material is a great trade off. If you're cutting 2x4, 2x6 or moldings, the slide isn't used anyway. Also, after using the saw for a while you probably won't notice the slide action.The shadow light is also less than "perfect" but once you get used to using that you can literally split a pencil line with the blade. I think it's a great tool. « Show Less
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Technically speaking, it will give you a 34/40/50/60° edge on a double-bevel blade (measured as the complete angle of both bevels), or a 17/20/25/30° edge on a single-bevel blade (or as measured from the medial plane [bisection] of the angle of a double-bevel blade). I really hope this makes sense - if I could only draw you a diagram here.
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Not much, if your talking about a hand held jig-saw. With the blade runner you can cut staighter line and you have a platform to move the piece around so cutting shapes is easier and you can position the arm at various heights for wood thickness. Also the miter gives you a great angle guide. Good buy.
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I don't know. I have a hobby shop. I bought the saw to cut metal for a front end loader project.... which has stalled. But I did make about 30 cuts with the saw and it worked great. I cut a piece of flat bar, laying flat which I probably should not have done and it blade is no longer what it once was, which was amazing. If still cuts but throws sparks more. So, it works great. It's very well constructed. The hold down clamp works really well and angles nicely and I'd have to guess you'd get 50 -75 cuts out of a blade if you treat it well. Replacement seem to be in the 100 range. so that's all I can offer. I don't know. I have a hobby shop. I bought the saw to cut metal for a front end loader project.... which has stalled. But I did make about 30 cuts with the saw and it worked great. I cut a piece of flat bar, laying flat which I probably should not have done and it blade is no longer what it once was, which was amazing. If still cuts but throws sparks more. So, it works great. It's very well constructed. The hold down clamp works really well and angles nicely and I'd have to guess you'd get 50 -75 cuts out of a blade if you treat it well. Replacement seem to be in the 100 range. so that's... » Read More I don't know. I have a hobby shop. I bought the saw to cut metal for a front end loader project.... which has stalled. But I did make about 30 cuts with the saw and it worked great. I cut a piece of flat bar, laying flat which I probably should not have done and it blade is no longer what it once was, which was amazing. If still cuts but throws sparks more. So, it works great. It's very well constructed. The hold down clamp works really well and angles nicely and I'd have to guess you'd get 50 -75 cuts out of a blade if you treat it well. Replacement seem to be in the 100 range. so that's all I can offer. « Show Less
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The corners and the edges of the top are well ground and beveled. Nothing sharp. As you feel the edges, you can feel the three angles that each edge makes; the top bevel, the ground edge and the bottom bevel. Same thing for the corners.Getting cut isn't an issue. This is a quality item with due consideration for safety around the house.
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This is a great tool. The clearance between the blade and the frame is about 6 inches at the narrow end so this is pretty much the limit working from one cut. I am guessing that Joe worked from both sides to achieve what he describes.
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Aaron: You can lay a 2x6 flat, or stand it on edge. Which way are you talking about? You can cut at a 45 degree angle across the board, or tilt the blade (not swivel it) by 45 degrees. How about a better description of what you want to do. Regards, Pete
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From Amazon----- "The 557 offers a technologically advanced system accepting two blades both standard and face frame biscuits. The 4-inch blade is for standard-size cuts, while the optional 2-inch blade (#5559, sold separately) easily handles cuts as small as 1-1/2 inches"PC use to include the blade with the PC 557 kit.Amazon does not appear to carry the 2" face frame blade, Other sites sell the blade for $40-50.There are other ways to use larger biscuits to build face frames. Google "building face frames using biscuits" for tips.Also--If you are having sawdust clogging problems with the PC 557 I have a easy/cheap fix to minimize the problem. From Amazon----- "The 557 offers a technologically advanced system accepting two blades both standard and face frame biscuits. The 4-inch blade is for standard-size cuts, while the optional 2-inch blade (#5559, sold separately) easily handles cuts as small as 1-1/2 inches"PC use to include the blade with the PC 557 kit.Amazon does not appear to carry the 2" face frame blade, Other sites sell the blade for $40-50.There are other ways to use larger biscuits to build face frames. Google "building face frames using biscuits" for tips.Also--If you... » Read More From Amazon----- "The 557 offers a technologically advanced system accepting two blades both standard and face frame biscuits. The 4-inch blade is for standard-size cuts, while the optional 2-inch blade (#5559, sold separately) easily handles cuts as small as 1-1/2 inches"PC use to include the blade with the PC 557 kit.Amazon does not appear to carry the 2" face frame blade, Other sites sell the blade for $40-50.There are other ways to use larger biscuits to build face frames. Google "building face frames using biscuits" for tips.Also--If you are having sawdust clogging problems with the PC 557 I have a easy/cheap fix to minimize the problem. « Show Less
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As it comes from the factory, you would have to have a convertor. I run my BladeRunner on standard 110V house electricity. I know that there are convertos available, but I don't know how much they cost. I'm sure you can contact Rockwell online and I expect they could tell you how and where and how much it would cost for a convertor. I don't think they cost a lot.
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It comes with a Dianond blade for cutting ceramic tile. I use the drop in method and try torning the tile over and cut on the back side. But Im thinking of no chip out on the front. Try the front too. See how that turns out. It is out in my tool house tonight. Ill look at it tomorrow and see what's printed anywhere I can see it. The rpm you want. I love it. Sure made short work of Hardi siding.
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I have only used mine for a couple of months, on walnut, oak, purpleheart and cedar. Can't say for sure, but probably at least 500 board feet. No problems yet. I do take it easy, very light passes and for sure no nails in the wood. The cost of new blades is not outrageous. And there is always the option of adding the helic head(?) which offers several advantages. Bottom line, however, is that I don't really think the blades are so "bad". This is a really nice machine.
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From what I could roughly measure (caliper and trigonometry), the original edge relief ("back bevel") is around 14 degrees in mine, and the blade is quite thin already at the start of the relief (0.44mm), so it is easy to go without a bevel+back bevel and sharpen at 15. You can however work with a microbevel at 20, quickly retouching between resharpenings.
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Yes, the Rockwell Model 7321 BladeRunner includes the saw model 7320, wall mount, 5 t-shank jigsaw blades, and mitergauge/rip fence. The Rockwell Model 7322 BladeRunner includes all the above plus a circle cutter and picture frame cutter. It's a neat little saw for small projects.