Is the Rip-Cut worth it?

I have been using the Kreg Rip-Cut Circular Saw Guide for a few years and this video explains my thoughts on the Rip-Cut. I give a quick overview, show you the set up, list the Pros, Cons, and tell you whether or not you should consider purchasing it. Affiliate links used below.

Video that I used the Rip-Cut in

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[Kreeivness]

I've been using this for quite some time and I agree with you. One thing I've done that makes it way better is to drill 2 indexing dimples on the base plate of the saw i use with the jig. That way the hold down screws on the jig lock onto the saw better and the same every time.

[woodworks]

I bought my rip cut solely so I didn't have to put full sheets through the table saw. I love it, I have a dedicated saw on mine. I have no issue with the build quality for that price. My only slight issue and it's hardly noticed unless you do many cuts off the same sheet is at the start and end of the cut it seems to taper away slightly, I think if the edge guide was longer at the front this would be eliminated completely, apart from that, I love it. It's amazing for the price and definitely a must have if you don't have space or the budget for a tablesaw

[pvt.]

Hey Mitch, so glad that you did this video to share your experience with this Kreg Tool 'Rip Cut' jig.
I just bought an identical model/version at a thrift store ($7.50 on 7-18-23).
I got an old table saw, but it's broken now, so this 'Rip Cut' jig will come in handy.
I've seen some newer videos, which show an apparently 'improved version' with a 'stop block' and a few other features.

[damonkearney]

This review is spot on. If you have a table saw you may not want to plunk down the $40. It can be a convenient option for ripping full sheet down to size if table saw not readily available.

[SimonTekConley]

I bought this on a whim, and i am very very happy with it. I needed to cut plywood to 11". I considered buying a 24x96" plywood to make it easier on the tablesaw. But this was less expensive than the plywood. I set it up, and made my cut without using scrap, because i needed ballpark 11". It came out to perfect 11". I am so thankful i bought it, on a whim.

[kevinkeener]

I agree with your review. I use the Kreg Rip Cut frequently in my furniture making business. For sheet goods, it's so much easier to bring the tool to the wood instead of the opposite. Kreg makes a lot of useful jigs. But on this one, I wish it was more convenient to pop the saw in and out of the jig; the whole screw thing seems kind of wonky and not well thought out. Also, amazingly, there are not many products that are in competition with this one, which would likely drive innovation and quality improvements, so I will continue to use this jig unless there was a better solution.

[taolang]

That's why I have 2 Circular Saw! They're both Ryobi, a Corded 7-1/4" w/ Laser Guide (Brushed Motor Left Sided, with Diablo Finish Circular Saw Blade with installed Kreg RipCut) and another Circular Saw but Cordless 18V Battery operated 7-1/4" (Brushless Motor, w/ 6ah Battery on it and just a Stock Ryobi Circular Saw Blade for cutting lumbers like 2x2's, 2x4's and 4x4's) my Kreg rip cut installed on my corded circular saw is gonna stays there forever and I don't take it out. I only use that for cutting Hardwood Plywoods or OSB's

Hello there. Thank you Kreg Rip-Cut Circular Saw for information. I use a similar saw. There are many products that do the same job. I support this product for hobby work. Thank you for sharing. greetings.

[WayWoodworking]

Seems to be a good entry option to get started. Certainly easier than lifting an entire sheet on to the table saw not to mention safer.

[Jeff_Eats_Local]

I have a table saw but still considered getting one just to break down the sheets and then use table saw for final dimensions. Great review! Something to consider for sure!

[williamdrake]

Bought one to rip down treated wood for my deck stairs. Works like a charm. Quick and easy.

[AMLbox]

I also have this one and I absolutely agree with you

[HellsKells]

Super helpful, you sold me on getting one. Thank you!

[drumunl]

I have one of these guys too! I prefer it to the table saw when breaking down full sheets of plywood. I'm still on the fence about the Accu-Cut, so I'll wait and see whether there's a Made By Mitch review on that one coming soon... 😂😁👍🏻

[robertarnold]

I found it hard to mount my 35+ year old Craftsman but once installed worked great. My current set up is to mount an extra battery circular saw and just leave it on now that its dialed-in.

[alexcordero]

Interesting. I'm the other way around. I toasted my table saw and refuse to buy another one. Instead, I'm learning to use the circular saw better because I realized that I relied on the table saw for everything. I just looked at one of these guides and probably going to add to my list of stuff. Thanks for the review.

[godyvdb]

There's an indexing stop that comes with the Rip-cut which allows you to quickly re-align your saw without having to measure anything. It seems to have been added since this review came out.

[bytor]

I finally had a chance this weekend to use mine. Is it worth it? Yes it is.

[amadri]

I just used mine today and the screws that hold the saw in the base are not steady. If I tighten them too much I feel the plastic part is going to break and if I don't tighten them enough which already happened, the saw became lose. ugh, what am I doing wrong!

[duenge]

I used one last week on a built-in cabinet project, and it was a bit finnicky....I highly recommend a good plywood blade!