Hitachi C10FCE 15 Amp 10-Inch Compound Miter Saw
Posted on | November 12, 2009 | 3 Comments
Its hard to believe theres this much power in such a lightweight saw, but its true. The 15-amp motor gets the blade through oak like nobodys business, but the whole thing weighs in at less than 30 pounds, making it ideal for toting to a job site. This is a hardworking saw with a solid list of features, not the least of which is its compound cut capability. In addition to the 52-degree miter range both left and right, you can also set a bevel from 0 to 48 degrees to the left with adjustable stops for accurate repeats. The thumb-actuated positive stops are a cinch to use when making quick miter adjustments, too. The vise assembly is a nice feature we were surprised to see included on a saw at this price, and its vers (more…)
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November 13th, 2009 @ 12:40 am
I bought this saw at my local tool box. I was looking at the Dewalt 703 and Hitachi and I was trying to decide which one to purchase for some remodeling and general work. The first thing that caught my attention to the Hitachi was the price. The Hitachi was 40 dollars cheaper than the DeWalt,
the Hitachi also included a clamp, the Dewalt did not, and finally the recommendation from the salesman did it for me. I took it home and immediately took it out the box. The first thing I noticed was it was made in China. I had already learned my lesson on tools made in China but still thought I should still give it a try. I plugged it in and tried it out. The saw cut the 2 x 4 with ease. It seemed to have sufficient power for the task. As I put it through it pace, the trigger started going bad on it. Every time I pressed the trigger the saw would either start or would not. I checked the power cord and everything looked good. I also started noticing the fit and finish of the saw, especially the base of the saw, and noticed the miter gauge was starting to lift up on one side. On the DeWalt the gauge is screwed on to the base. The Hitachi seemed like it a metal sticker type that is glued onto the base. The clamp also looked cheap with cheap hard plastic knobs that
if you tighten to hard you could probably snap them of. I decided to return the saw back to my local tool box and get the Dewalt. The Hitachi is a good saw with sufficient power for the task but I’ve learned that you get what you pay for. I wish Hitachi would pay more attention to the little details on the saw. A better miter gauge and more thought into the clamping system of the saw. Overall its a good saw but still needs some work.
November 13th, 2009 @ 1:15 am
I got the saw almost a year ago and have been very happy with my purchase. I have bought alot of other Hitachi tools and love them alot. This is a great jobsite saw.. light and quick. If i could buy it again i would.. except maybe i would buy the 12″ saw for more capicity. But for the price this saw is great and is built rock solid. I love it!! PS> My opinion: dont was your money on the laser guide.. its just a gimick.
November 13th, 2009 @ 7:31 am
I purchased this saw at a local home center and being a trim carpenter, it looked like a nice light saw for small mouldings. After using it for a short time the base started to bind up, so I took it apart and cleaned it out . It had collected alot of saw dust and crud in a short time. I reassembled the saw and it work fine for a few more times. I just went to use this saw the other day and noticed the space/bearing had came out the bottom of the saw, now it has to much play to make a good accurate cut. I belive you get what you pay for and I got a $130.00 saw.