Makita Circular Saw DSS611 Review - Unboxing - 18v - Li-Ion - LXT - Cordless

[@peteaustin8056]

Hi. Thanks for the video . Just unboxed mine , and although I have read the manual, watching your review and demonstration was a much easier way to familiarise myself with my new bit of kit. Well organised workshop btw !

[@peterhaan9068]

Glad to see you back. I have the same saw at least as near as I can tell though mine is 6+ years old and was part of a kit containing a drill and flash light. Perfect for my needs and doesn't see the light of day for months on end. The drill, however, is out an handy as I use it frequently. I bit the bullet and bought 2 Li batteries to replace the originals and never looked back!

[@ShedTV]

Thanks Peter. That's the marketing ploy with all manufacturers of cordless tools, the batteries are relatively expensive, but are outlived by the machines which are relatively cheap; so for most people once you've invested in a few batteries you're likely to remain brand loyal.

[@onepercentile]

Love your review and attitude towards being a hobbiest.. I had one of these saws in the past and loved it. The plastic guard never broke even under pieces getting jammed in there from time to time. The base is better designed on this model than the brushless variant though brushless tools are desired. I never had to change carbon brushes in years of operation. Very good saw.

[@ShedTV]

Kind words. Thanks for your feedback.

[@ewok007]

my man, how will you compare this to the brushless version? I've read/heard that the burshless are more efficient on power consumpion, powerdelivery ....

[@onepercentile]

@@ewok007 Brushless is better in every way except when Makita puts it on a loose fence assembly. In that case I went brushed type for a tighter fence action. Normally I buy brushless because I want longer run time, more power, and minimzing worn brushes holding up a job until replaced. You're definitely right.. As for working time on the carbon brushed model I think I cut a stack of 8 doorskin 4x8' sheets of plywood into 10 equal sections and had 35% left on a 3.0Ah battery. Not bad. I also like the compactness of the carbon brush model. When Makita comes out with a compact brushless with tight working fence mechanics I'll be all over it. Sawdust on!

[@ewok007]

@@onepercentile nice, thank you for taking your time to answer

[@billconiston8091]

Good to see you back with another video! Thanks for the run through of the Makita saw, looks like a nice saw and typically good Makita (I'm also a fan of the kit) and made short work of the old door. Interesting that the saw has the blade on the left hand of the machine and meaning that if your right handed you have the blade much closer to your body and in the path of the saw dust than if the blade was on the right but obviously depending on the situation it can be an advantage. Having a quick look online seems that most of the big brands offer right and left handed options in their ranges - not something I'd noticed before. Thanks again and hope to see another video soon! Cheers

[@ShedTV]

Thank you. I used a Makita LXT saw at work a while ago and caught myself putting my hand on top of the blade housing and I couldn't work out why. I only realised that the blade was on the opposite side when I watched myself in the clip of me with my old corded saw holding the motor!

[@steclaire1898]

@@ShedTV If your a right handed person would you say it’s safer practice to have the blade on the right side. Is there any advantages or disadvantages in either case ?. Great vid and I like the fact your a DIYer and not a salesman unlike some vids 👍

[@ShedTV]

@@steclaire1898 Thanks. I'm not really sure about the whole left/right thing. All I know is that I keep myself to the side of the saw, far enough to avoid injury and close enough to be in control. Bit like horses and cattle; you make sure you're not in kicking range!

[@morenodelosazules]

Thank you very much for your clear review. It made my choice easy to buy this Makita.

[@whomadethatsaltysoup]

Top review! Clear and thorough. You certainly put that wee rip snorter through its paces with that 35 mm door. I've seen this saw for as little as 90 quid - quite a bit cheaper than its brushless counterpart - and I was not sure which one to go for. Judging by your demo, being older, brushed technology doesn't seem to mean less potent - maybe just shorter battery life. Thanks for taking the time to post this very helpful review. 👍

[@ShedTV]

Thank you. I will add that since making this video I've used the DSS610, which is basically the same unit but with an electronic brake which stops the blade when you release the trigger. It felt more controlled and I think it's worth the extra few quid. As for brushless saws, I have no experience, although I have used other Makita brushless tools and found them generally to have more torque than their brushed bretheren. All at greater cost though; you pays your money and you takes your choice.

[@whomadethatsaltysoup]

@@ShedTV Yes, I looked at that model as well. I'd have to agree with you regarding the brake being worth the extra. On top of that, it has a blower and an LED to clear and illuminate the cut line. Cheers

[@ocaiera]

Thank you very much for taking the time and effort to post this great review! I will get this Saw based on your awesome efforts! Have an awesome day buddy!

[@ShedTV]

Thanks mate. Worth mentioning that having used a DSS610 (which has an electronic brake) recently, it's worth the extra few quid.

[@ocaiera]

@@ShedTV Hi mate, thank you. I'm struggling to find where the DSS610 is sold? (AUS) Any recommendation where I can buy the DSS610? Thanks so much.

[@ShedTV]

@@ocaiera Yes, it's not listed in many places is it? These people have some in stock, but I appreciate that Australia is on the large side! sydneytools.com.au/product/makita-dss610z-18v-lxt-li-ion-cordless-165mm-6-1-2-circular-saw-skin-only

[@ocaiera]

@@ShedTV Thanks so much mate!

[@olivei2484]

Yay! You're back! Been looking at cordless saws, and you are correct about batteries and brand loyality.

[@ShedTV]

Thanks!

[@ANDY-we7mr]

GOOD VIDEO THANKS FOR SHARING THAT DOES IT HAVE TWIN LED LIGHTS ON WOULD YOU SAY ITS BETTER THAN THE MILWAUKEE

[@ShedTV]

Hello mate, There's no LED on this one. Since making the video I've used the DSS610, which is basically the same unit but with an electronic brake which stops the blade when you release the trigger and an LED worklight. It felt more controlled and I think it's worth the extra few quid. I've not tried a Milwaukee, for no other reason than I'm set up with Makita batteries.

[@ecofilterireland6454]

Thanks for the content mate, I'm going to collect one of these from Screwfix tomorrow 🙂

[@ShedTV]

Cheers mate. Look after the TCT blade, I caught a hidden screw in a board yesterday and it knocked all the teeth off in seconds!

[@fumblingninja]

convinced me, off to the shops I go!

[@ShedTV]

Glad you've found it useful. I've been using the saw a lot recently. I've found it really handy for plunge cutting into floorboards.

[@ednalopezmanahitayo9332]

Hello Mr I'm watching your videos from Finland. Thanks for sharing plan to my own cabinet soon. 🇫🇮👌

[@ShedTV]

Thank you.

[@christinehowell]

I recently bought this circular saw and your video was just what I wanted to help me be sure I knew what I was doing. Thank you for taking the time to run through this review and test runs. One thing I couldn't work out was what the black slider is on the main body behind where the fence goes in. It slides towards the front and back but it's not clear what does. Can anyone tell me what it's for?

[@ShedTV]

Thanks. The slider you refer to is to lock the blade in place to enable you to replace it. When you push it in the blade is unable to rotate and you can then use your allen key to unscrew the blade without it turning.

[@christinehowell]

@@ShedTV thank you so much for taking the time to explain. 👍

[@morenodelosazules]

Is there a guide rail for the Makita DSS611Z 18V LXT?

[@AnthonyOliver-f3f]

Intstructions recommend 4amp/h or 5 battery

[@scraggyyy]

convinced me to order one soon. Great video

[@ShedTV]

Thank you mate!

[@Mattious]

Great review thanks! How has it held up over the last year?

[@ShedTV]

Thanks. It's done well, mainly working with 24mm ply and a lot of plunge cuts. I also used a mate's DSS610, which I think despite being a bit more expensive is the better tool. It's got an electronic brake which instantly stops the blade, LED and blower. Amazon have got them for £104.

[@АртемВ-и5р]

Good idea to save any wood of the old door! Before I thought he wanted to cut too nearly the glass, pls don't do that, but no he did it))

[@grh6439]

Thanks very much. Very helpful. I have ordered one.

[@ShedTV]

Cheers, thank you.

[@desfitzgerald9246]

Thanks nice relaxed demo

[@ShedTV]

Thanks.

[@ScoutBobber_UK]

fabulous video! exactly what I needed.

[@ShedTV]

Thank you.

[@compassjizzle]

Thanks for the review. Looks good, just wondering how it's going a few months in? Cheers Tim

[@ShedTV]

Cheers. Yes, it’s going well, it does only get DIY use but I have found it to be very capable. I’ve been doing quite a few plunge cuts into floorboards. It’s worth seeing the pinned comment about the alternative model though.

[@compassjizzle]

Thanks for the reply, much appreciated.

[@remyremys5715]

I've got mine same one brand new but doesn't cut like yours doesn't go nonstop to the end

[@ShedTV]

That's interesting. Is your battery good? I was cutting softwood, pine probably, is that the same as what you have been doing?

[@remyremys5715]

@@ShedTV it cuts perfect cuts any type of wood like butter but I was putting too much pressure on it because me previous saw was powerful so this one it's easy to cut, it's very smooth and light, I just needed some practice 😄

[@postabsorptiv]

Can anyone explain to me the difference between the DSS611 and the DHS680. They seem quite similar with a quick glance at the specifications.

[@chrisuprichard4761]

Great video

[@ShedTV]

Thank you.

[@christopherbraiden6713]

Thanks for the video seems like a good saw. Certainly worth keeping in mind if I need one!!😎🐓🐓🇬🇧

[@ShedTV]

Thanks mate.

[@dscoder]

nice video, very useful!

[@ShedTV]

Thank you. I really like this little saw, I've been using it a lot recently.

[@dscoder]

@@ShedTV good to hear. Might get one myself. My makita jigsaw is arriving tomorrow! Looking forward to the diy projects.

[@jayd1877]

Just bough one £92 brand new off ebay

[@ShedTV]

That’s what I did. I think I paid 95 quid or thereabouts.