DEWALT DWS780 | The BEST Miter Saw for Production Trim Carpenters???

9 Reasons I've landed on the Dewalt DWS780 as my go to miter saw. In this video I talk about why this saw has been the best fit for me, in my work flow. There is no perfect miter saw, but this saw has been the best option for me.

(0:00) Intro
(0:30) What are your capacity needs?
(1:30) Best Blade Diameter
(3:03) Blade Options
(3:45) Price Paid Doesn't Guarantee Accuracy
(4:17) The Truth About Calibration
(6:10) My Favorite Blade
(6:24) Ease of Calibration
(6:50) Price Point
(7:46) DWS780 vs DWS779
(8:11) Durability
(8:51) Longevity
(9:17) Kapex Longevity
(10:10) Bevel Lock
(11:00) Kapex Bevel
(11:31) XPS Light/Cut Guide
(13:35) Dust Collection Isn't Good
(14:17) Miter Saw Wing Attachment Could Be Better

[InsiderCarpentry]

THANKS FOR SUPPORTING THIS CHANNEL BY PURCHASING THROUGH THESE AFFILIATE LINKS!!!

[krispin]

Was wondering why I couldn’t buy any bessey clamps. Spencer owns them all.

[genefoster]

I bought the 779 and an after market kit to add the LED light. Took about 40 minutes to install. Bought the FS blade, the DWS724 stand, Fastcaps shround to capture dust, and ShopNation created a dust collecter. Just recently bought FastCaps' aluminum wings with your design for stops. Thanks for all your videos.

[scottbeattie]

I bought the 780 2+ years ago based on your recommendation. It’s a great machine. The value can’t be beat.

[njhw]

Thanks for the video! I have my Kapex for 8 years now with no problems or adjustments to be made, I was using it every day at construction sites for about the first 4 years, now using the 12" Dewalt Flexvolt on a Ridgid wheeled stand daily and the Kapex for when I need to cut repetitive panel moldings or just window and door casings, love both saws, for dust collection on the Dewalt I use the Rousseau hood and the best 12" blade I found so far that works great against deflection is the CMT 90T.

[Tez]

Spencer I’ve got the dw 708 . It’s the best saw I’ve ever had in 40 years . I calibrated it and it’s spot on in both planes . Your abs spot on what you said about the blade . Thank you

[ricardovarajr]

I’ve had the Dewalt DWS779 for not even a month and it’s an amazing tool. The feel of it and the build, I can tell it’s going to last me years.

[revenant]

Great review. Seems great carpenters are becoming more popular these days and finally getting recognized. Read a report a few months back that skilled trades are making a comeback in the wage war due to many retiring or passing away. Been a carpenter my entire life. I'm 57 now and although there were some lean times, I wouldn't trade being a carpenter for any job.

Would love a segment of your handmade saw stand wings. I have the 779 with the light kit from Dewalt added on and the same Dewalt saw stand but dislike the narrow platform. Your setup looks spot on. A video on that stand and jobsite set up would be much appreciated.

[cuttheknot]

Thank you for making this video. I abhor those who make purchases (especially for their business) that are based upon the Gucci factor, You know, the guys with the $70, 000 pickup "work" trucks that have bed covers and no lettering (or worse: illegible fancy lettering) to muck it up. You know the same guys that purchase $400 coolers that weigh more empty than most others when full and $40 matching coffee mugs...sorry, you got me going. I have owned 2 Dewalt DWS series and I feel the same way. One is 8 years old and has the same zip as when new. I love your pragmatic approach to life and business; may the thinker (as opposed to the impulsive "feeler") always prevail. God Bless you and your family.

[johnbrandi]

Great video. I have been using a DeWalt DW708 for 20+ years and it still runs and performs as it did new. I like how you discussed the issue of calibration of saws. I can agree with you on that topic 100%. My saw at some point wouldn’t cut accurate. Took it to BD/DeWalt store and had a service done on it. Turns out original fence was bent/warped. Had new fence installed and saw serviced for a fraction of the cost of a new one back then. Just completed a interior board and batten job for my own house and my saw did everything I wanted and expected it to do. No real need to go out and buy another saw at this time. One last note, definitely purchase the best saw blades that can be resharpened. The cost to have them resharpened is very affordable in most parts of the country. Thanks again.

[nascarhyde]

Best review of the Dewalt 780 I have seen! I just subscribed to your channel! Thanks again for the taking the time to do the video review.

[michaelpounds]

My 23 year old Dewalt 12” miter saw is still going strong. The 1st gen is perfection in a miter saw. I have used the newer versions and they don’t compare. Honestly you need to find an older saw and try it out you will understand the difference. Words from 45 years as a trim carpenter.

[juanc.mendoza]

Hello from Easton Maryland. I’m so glad you do this video. I have my miter saw 708 since 1996 and is still running well. I do some electrical wire repair and trigger repair and bushing repair just one time in each one and is still working perfectly. Last year I got the 780 and you’re perfectly right. I was looking for the best in every way and the dust collector is not perfect but is the best miter saw in the market. Tank you to share with us all your experience. Stay safe.

[tundra]

You are 100 percent honest. I own 3 dewalt saw the last 10 years. Ind I don’t think I will ouwn any ather saw . I tried Bosch. Makita. Festol. Hitachi. Miter saw . None one is for me. Just Dewalt.thanks for your video so all the carpenters can see.

[JeepMurphy]

Yep, love my 780.
Today I bought DCS361 7-1/4-in (184mm) cordless sliding compound miter, bought it for flooring so I can keep it right there on the floor with me.

[Twiddlies]

Bought a 779 and found a light kit for an additional $75 a few months back. It is heavier but I use a rolling stand so the weight isnt an issue for my applications. I’m very happy with the performance, savings over the 780 and overall quality.

[thecarpenter]

Dewalt 780 hands down the best I’ve used my for 6. Years and calibration only twice Aside from the tweet here or there after changing out a new blade or something the best songs ever heads down I agree with you Spencer

[Pencil-Eating]

Thank you for putting together this video. I have been trying to decide between the Makita LS1219L and this DeWALT DWS780. I have read some reviews that some of the Makita units need to have a piece of wood placed between the rails and cranked to get the rails to align with the blade. When you consider the fact that I'd be paying $700 for a saw that needs that type of adjustment out of the box, I realized I could get the DeWALT *and* a stand for the same price and similar performance. I've seen the work you do and it makes me more confident that this saw is not just for framing - it can handle the fine finish work I will be doing.

[rnickel]

I also tend to agree with your take on Festool. They make precision tools that accomplish the tasks they were designed to accomplish (at a staggering price) but they don't seem to be rugged enough to withstand real world use. Back in 2008 I had a job replacing several doors in a carpeted office building and had to set up in the hallway. Knowing how much sawdust my Porter Cable 126 planer spews out I thought I would try the Festool H 850 E planer (at the time $560) and the CT-22 dust extractor (at the time $520 plus $200 for a permanent cloth bag) to contain the dust. I must say that I was stunned at how well the dust extraction worked at containing the mess but in the subsequent years the dust extractor has literally self destructed due to how brittle the plastic they used is. The planer is excellent, and I still use it to this day and I still can use the dust extractor but it has several chunks missing and none of that damage is as a result of abuse from me. I don't think the saying. "you get what you pay for" really applies to Festool. I don't mind paying an exorbitant price for a tool as long as it is, by far, the best tool available. In the case of Festool I think it's more mystique than reality. BTW: To replace that setup today I would have to pay $733 for the planer and $1, 045 for the dust extractor with cloth bag. By comparison in 2013 I paid $593 for my DWS780 sliding compound miter saw; today it would set me back little bit different rate of inflation. All prices include sales tax

[mr.smitty]

I bought the 779, as I did not see the light being worth $100 to me. But beyond happy with the saw. Much better than the Delta Cruzer it replaced.