Skil Table Saw TS6307-00 || Part 2 || A Little More Detail

[@eclecticcynic9448]

I picked up one of these this week and can say that skil has upped thier game on this saw. The first change is the new box is black as opposed to the older gray one. The throat plate is now metal not plastic, and there is an additional smaller riving knife included. One can now remove the riving knife completely. No adjustments were necessary, as all settings were spot on. Also, the fence came in at 90 degrees. Very pleased, and kudos to Skil for listening and quietly sneaking these improvements in without changing the model number.

[@eclecticcynic9448]

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[@kbmitch]

I just purchased one and, yes, they have updated it a bit. I am happy to see the metal throat plate and the removable riving knife. The only other improvement I'd like to see is metal gears instead of plastic but for $280, maybe that is asking too much.

[@DaveEPie]

I just ordered it- should be here tomorrow I hope I get the new version 😊

[@jerseyjim9092]

​@@DaveEPie If I don't I'm sending it back.😊

[@screw-luck4636]

Can you make a review of it? I can't find any info about these updates

[@WilliamEvans-qg8fq]

You do the best, most detailed tool reviews I’ve ever seen. You make it easy for me to determine what to buy as a beginner, who only needs tools for hobby stuff. Thanks!

[@ProjectsForAllReviews]

Thank you William! I' glad to hear the vids have been helpful. Thank you for watching!

[@SteveHartman-f2k]

Thanks for a great set of videos featuring this saw. I've had this model for over a year and a half. When I bought it there were only a couple of videos showing its abilities and were mildly helpful to me. Because I was a pretty much newb to (properly) using a table saw I really had to learn techniques and safety from other channels. The manual that came with the saw was kind of difficult to understand its operating and adjustment features. Then your awesome videos on this particular model demonstrated things so clear that I felt as if I had a new understanding of its function and capabilities (really, I felt like I had an instant upgrade to a new saw, if that makes sense). Also, your onscreen presence is very casual and friendly that makes it (and now all your other videos) enjoyable too.

[@Griffinwoodworks]

I always recommend this saw to people asking for a good, versatile, cheap saw. Those are perfectly acceptable tolerances for this price range. If someone wants perfectly flat or at least nearly, go with a cast iron top. Excellent video as always Mike!

[@jmannUSMC]

I watched your first video 3 months ago and decided to start saving for this saw. Just bought it this week and I'm very happy so far. It's probably the best built tool I own now!

[@ProjectsForAllReviews]

Glad it’s working out well! Thanks for watching!

[@kevinphillips3607]

Hey there, thanks a lot for this video. I’m active duty military and almost 9 years ago when I moved overseas into the equivalent of a studio apartment I got rid of most of my high-quality tools because I didn’t want them sitting in storage for what turned out to be over eight years before I came back to the states. I really wanted to get back into woodworking, but didn’t want to break the bank and frankly the tool game has changed quite a bit in the last near decade. Thanks a lot for this awesome review that led me to buy this table saw. To say I am pleased as an understatement. Thanks a ton!

[@pauldardeau5532]

Your reviews are excellent and provide very valuable information. I just bought this saw and used it for the first time and all of your comments ring true with me so far. In my case, I was debating between this Skil saw and the DeWalt DE7485. I chose the Skil over the DeWalt for 3 reasons: (1) Skil has the built-in foldable legs (brilliant design), (2) Skil has a 10" blade, and (3) Skil is about $100 cheaper. I would love to see Skil make a follow-up improved version of this saw with more metal (less plastic). I would pay $100-$150 more for the same saw but with a little bit beefier rack and pinion fence system, an all-metal throat plate, a better miter gauge, and less plastic.

[@ProjectsForAllReviews]

Thank you and I’m glad it’s working out well for ya. I wish the small Skilsaw was a 10 incher because it’s basically a better quality Wormdrive version of this saw. Thanks for watching Paul!

[@vincentcorpuz1622]

Hands down, the best job site table saw! I build loudspeaker with this. Accuracy is top notch 👌

[@ProjectsForAllReviews]

Thanks for watching Vincent!

[@alexw890]

Also a speaker builder! I want this! I’ve been getting by with a miter saw and a circular saw/straight edge.

[@vincentcorpuz1622]

@alexw890 just make sure you align it. I did minor alignment and this TS rocks!

[@pollypowell3907]

I love my little red saw. Have had it about 6 months. The only issue that I have had was trying to install the official Skil zero clearance plate. Let me preface this with, it may have been user error, but, I did follow all the instructions that came with the plate. When I started to raise the blade to make the cut it would kick the breaker. First time, I could smell the motor. Reset the breaker and tried again. This time, tripped the breaker and could see some smoke. Did not try again. Packaged the insert and sent it back. Motor seems unaffected and runs just fine. If you were to extend the red saw video series, a table build to accomodate the saw would be awesome. And, I LOVE YOUR CHANNEL and content. Keep it coming.

[@ProjectsForAllReviews]

That’s really bizarre Polly. Can’t imagine why the saw would struggle to cut through the thin plastic insert. I’ll have to pick one up and try it. Thanks for watching!

[@bryanlambing-ly2on]

Glad to see a follow up from last Skil job site saw. Especially for those (like me) very interested in getting one these table saws to see so much about it before using our hard earned money! Great video.

[@ProjectsForAllReviews]

I’m happy the video helped Bryan! Thanks for watching!

[@DamianSheesh]

Thank you so much for these videos. After going back and forth on which saw to buy for months, I finally decided this was the one for me and my budget. Hopefully your feedback is helping to improve these saws even further, as like others have said, they've already made improvements since this video. My version has a metal throat plate, and the riving knife is not captive. Comes out super easy. The fence moves really smoothly with no slop. Everything was really easy to adjust. I got the blade dead accurate within a thou and that took me about 3 minutes. The fact that Skil also includes a 3 year warranty and I'm not sure there is a better value saw out there. Heck, I have a Proxxon miniature precision table saw that I use for precise model work that cost 50% more than this. I originally bought the Skil's big worm drive brother, but canceled my order because I actually love how compact this thing folds up and I can always built it into my garage workbench easily.

[@francoscaglione]

I bought one of these saws after watching your first video on it and I must say I'm happy with it. The only gripe I can say I have is that making zero clearance inserts is a bit of a pain since there obstructions. (ie you can't just cut out the shape of of plywood, it won't sit flat). Aside from that I'm very happy with it. So thank you for the great videos!

[@ProjectsForAllReviews]

I agree Franco the throat plate is very shallow. It’s definitely not perfect but so far it’s the best I’ve found for the price. Thanks as always for watching!

[@yyycma3]

I love your videos, Mike. We've seen a lot of job site saw reviews & comparisons. I would love to see reviews of some entry level cabinet saws for someone who's not looking for portability. Keep up the great work!

[@floridasaltlife]

I think it is worth saying that the SKILL Table Saws have a nicer table shape to be used as drop in's into benches !! It is the deciding factor to me, I compare to DWE 7485

[@wildbill23c]

I just gave one of these to a friend of mine a couple weeks ago. I bought the Skil SPT99-11 worm drive 10" table saw. Nothing wrong with the TS6307-00 though, I used it several times for some small projects its lighter weight than the SPT99-11 for sure, so its nice to just fold the legs up and put it in a corner....the SPT99-11 with the rolling stand is awesome if you gotta transport it to jobsites, or even around my property, the large wheels make it easy to move. Being able to accept a dado is a plus for any portable table saw, and the TS6307-00 can do so for sure, and has the power to do it. I haven't tried a dado stack in my SPT99-11 yet. I do have the dado blade insert and the washer though.

[@MDD1966]

I bought one when they cam out a couple of years ago and it’s been a beast! Best for the money for sure!

[@daRock1212]

Nice one Mike! One thing I'd add, this jobsite happily takes full kerf blades. Many table saws at this price point are only powerful enough for thin kerf (more vibrational flex and less straight cuts). I have a full kerf, combination CMT on my Skil and it cuts beautifully. Cheers!

[@ProjectsForAllReviews]

Thanks for the heads up Rock!

[@HeliRy]

Had this saw since around the time of your last video on it. Still love it too, it’s an absolute beast. Dollar for dollar and pound for pound, the best saw in it’s category. My only nitpick on it… the plate. It’s flimsy to the point of being dangerous. If you run thinner stock over it where the plate is the only thing supporting it, it’ll deflect under the weight of the wood and/or your hand during the last push through. That is really… REALLY dangerous.

[@bigrich6750]

I just got my saw from Amazon for the amazing price of $269.00. I’ve unboxed it and I am really impressed with the saw. I’ll only be using it for remodeling projects, so I’m not really concerned with perfect accuracy, but I’m glad to know, I can get it pretty close with the adjustments you’ve demonstrated. My saw came with two riving knives - one attracted to the blade guard and one that’s free standing to use without the guard. I’m not sure where to store the extra riving knife. My saw came with a metal throat plate instead of the plastic one from your Part 1 video. My first use for the saw will be ripping vinyl plank for a flooring project. Edit, I just used my saw for the first time (4/26). The fence was way off. The directions were difficult to navigate, so I fooled around with it and figured out that the 5 mm hex screws on either side of the fence could be loosened and the fence could be squared which I did, and it cut very nicely even with the factory blade. I’m just ripping vinyl plank with it right now, and the cut side of the plank is hidden, so no need for a fine tooth blade, but the factory blade did a very nice cut. Eventually I’ll put in a Diablo, but for the plank, the factory blade and the saw have exceeded my expectations. I’m very happy with this Skill table saw.

[@cornerofthemoon]

Skil seems to be stepping up their game. They seem to be aiming for a niche above Craftsman and Ryobi in quality and features and more into Kobalt and Ridgid territory.

[@ProjectsForAllReviews]

I agree! We’re going to start doing a couple super budget saws very soon. Itlll be interesting to see how they stack up to the Skil! Thanks for watching!

[@scottweisman7313]

After watching both of your videos on this saw as well as a couple of others I decided to buy one, and did so when I found a great deal at Acme Tools. Anyway just thought you'd like to know that it seems they've upgraded the saw. Mine came with two removable riving knives, and the throat plate is metal. The box mine came in was also black, and not the gray that yours came in. Makes it an even better saw. Thanks for the great review. Keep making awesome videos!

[@ippusor]

Bought one of these half a year ago just because I was inspired by some random woodworkers. Oh man it's been a fun half year to do stuff.

[@ProjectsForAllReviews]

Glad to hear it worked well for ya! Thanks for watching!

[@21thTek]

Your videos are rellay great and professionals but better ye I learn and enjoy, thanks for a great laboR !! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@fernandofonseca6326]

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[@Scott.Farkus]

I bought this saw recently; I like it. Mine has the removable riving knife. It was close to being setup out of the box; I adjusted the riving knife slightly, and adjusted the blade a tiny bit to 90 degrees, everything else was right on. It says it has a 3 1/2" cutting depth; I resawed some dry treated 2 x 8's and it actually has 3 5/8" cutting depth. The only issue I have is the blade height adjustment got blocked a little from all the saw dust getting down into the saw. A zero clearance insert and a shop vac on the discharge side should cure that. Great little saw for the price. Mine isn't that loud, btw

[@ProjectsForAllReviews]

The saw in this video is my second one and I just missed the metal throat plate and removable riving knife update. Shame, it would have been nice to show it here. Thanks for the insight Scott!

[@robthompson8285]

I bought this as my first table saw after I watch your first video and I absolutely love it. You did such a a thorough review in that video, havent seen any review that in depth before. Well done

[@davidecasassa8679]

You said it when you adjusted the blade angle: Before checking the result of a screw adjustment, tighten the locknut to take up the slack in the threads. I learned that when I did my first valve clearance adjustment on my first motorcycle, a Norton Commando. Which kind of dates me, I guess :)

[@charlesdunitz2572]

I received mine today it was more work getting it to the shed and getting it out of the box than setting it up. Everything is true no adjustments needed. It’s raining all day using starts when the weather clears up.

[@Jazzyluvsyou100]

Your recommendation had me get this saw, and its been great, keep your honest and upfront position. :)

[@ProjectsForAllReviews]

I’m happy it worked out well for you! Thanks for watching!

[@maxz2433]

I am just a weekend warrior and dabble in a bit of woodwork for projects around the house. Based on your excellent reviews, I cancelled my Dewalt 7491 job site saw order and ordered Skil instead (for a substantial cost savings). For me it turned out to be an excellent choice. It does everything I need. I do agree with the sound level comment. This beast is loud. I have a heavy duty full ear earmuffs and still annoyingly loud. I am not super happy about the the dust collection either. With a shop vac connected to the back, I still get a ton of sawdust. I was cutting mostly plywood, perhaps that has something to do with it? I bought mine for around $270 from Amazon. There are some changes to the design. The riving knife is now removable and the blade guard comes with its own riving knife. The throat plate seems to be still hard plastic. Some people commented it was metal but not so in my case. The blade wrenches are weak but work and I didn't have any issue with the open end wrench for the rear nut. This one may be my own inexperience, but the saw came with a stock 24T blade with alternating angles on the cutting tips. I bought a Hercules 80T blade from Harbor Freight to get smooth cuts. That blade is full kerf and I did get some binding and kickback because the riving knife on the blade guard is only around 0.1". Since the riving knife is integrated with the blade guard, I am not sure if I have any options other than using thin or standard kerf blades. What would you recommend? Have you tried a full kerf blade on this saw?

[@72plyduster1]

I have one of these saws and really like it, mine was close enough out of the box, adjustment wise, did adjust the fence a touch but I think it was me not understanding how the fence is connected to the saw. One thing I did to mine is I put casters on the saw so I can roll it around, if you want pictures just let me know.

[@danielu8328]

Just fantastic. I started my woodworking hobby with the DeWalt 8.25. Does a great job, but I was scared to start with anything bigger. Boy, I need a beefier table saw. Or do I?

[@josedomingosteixeira1379]

I have the table Saw and the 10" miter saw with the same power and couldn't be happier

[@oakwoodmike]

I'm sold on this saw!! It's the best bang for the buck!!

[@ProjectsForAllReviews]

I agree Mike! Thanks for watching!

[@GCheung55]

I just learned that Skil released an updated version of the table saw! It’s still called the TS6307-00, but it comes with a removable riving knife. Their website has the updated manual and parts list showing this change. I’m hoping the removable riving knife can be installed on the older version of the TS6307-00, but I haven’t found a place that stocks it yet. Mike, might you have a contact at Skil you could help me reach out to?

[@adriandavis3908]

I must admit, I didn't check any of this stuff when I got mine. I also don't have the fancy checking tools to check it with. I used my speed square to see if it was at 90° to the table which it was. I probably should have checked to see if it was also at 45° when set there, but didn't. I did some 45° cuts for a shelf I built for my daughter and the cuts were as close to 45° as they needed to be to fit together. This saw has greatly improved my woodworking, since prior I only had a circular saw and a reciprocating saw. You should see the "shelf" I made that I use as a printer stand. I'm pretty sure the only square sides on it are the factory edges of the OSB that I got from my friend that used to work at Bayer Industries in their polymers department. That stuff is super strong and it was the first piece of anything I ever built with my own hands and it laughably terribly built. But it IS still together after 20+ years and I have learned so much since then!

[@cdpeet]

I really appreciate both your videos on this saw. I just bought one and hope to use it this weekend!

[@Young_Star]

I just picked up one of these but they changed the riving knife/blade guard. Looking at was is on their website, the one I got seems to be a previous version. It has a separate insert for the blade guard and you have to take the riving knife off to install it. Still only took very minor calibrations to square the fence but everything else was dead on. I like it a lot so far but wish I knew it wasn't the latest as the one you show seems a lot easier to take on and off and I would be more likely to use it.

[@stevedsouza9843]

Pretty good quality for a job site saw. It’s not meant for fine woodworking,but for a home woodworker doing a variety of projects it’s a great buy.

[@ProjectsForAllReviews]

I agree Steve!

[@dgperforms1]

It's OK for fine woodworking as you'd be dialing in the finished project by hand....

[@sterling18]

Fantastic follow up. I’m a weekend warrior on projects and can’t justify the expensive table saws so this fits the bill. Going to watch your Dewalt vs Skil video.

[@goggutube]

Thank you! I was looking for a comprehensive review of this affordable table saw, and I found it here! I guess the table top has dips here and there, for this saw. How does that compare to a lower end saw with a cast iron top? Are those cast iron tops completely flat everywhere, with no dips at all? If those cast iron tops are completely flat, then I can conclude, I guess for $299, the tolerances are acceptable. But if even a lower end cast iron top has dips too here are and there, then this Skil Saw isn't too shabby. Thanks again for your great review for the DIY'er!

[@mattfisher323]

another good one mike. thanks for taking the extra time to do a follow up on this saw!

[@ProjectsForAllReviews]

Thanks Matt!

[@fruitman58]

I have to say for budget DiY saw it looks like A great value.

[@Murgoh]

I've been thinkin of getting a table saw and I think I'm going to get this one so thanks for the great videos.

[@michaelnichols7669]

I would say that is more than acceptable for a job site saw. Especially for this price point. The adjustments are super easy for blade parallel, I didn't use a dial indicator though so nice to know it's capable of that level of calibration. I love mine, the only negative for me is the insert plate, but I see someone makes one on etsy now so that's an option. Thanks for posting the follow up.

[@ProjectsForAllReviews]

I agree Michael and I’ll have to check Etsy for that plate. Thanks for the tip!

[@carlknight6381]

Just set up my new Skil. After 30 years using a Craftsman, with no riving knife and no blade guard decided to try out the blade guard. Was impressed as to ease of use. At 80 and still counting up to ten on my fingers it’s time to mitagate as many risks as possible. Yours thoughts and input would be appreciated.

[@BarryMallyon]

Hi there First off. SAW. LOL Second. Thank you for all the information you have Third. The Skil saw would be great for an older person (because of the weight) Oh and did I mention I am old (68) Keep it up Thank you

[@ProjectsForAllReviews]

Glad you like the channel! Follow the link to the giveaway vid and leave the word saw on that video. Thanks for watching! Skil Twist 2.0 Screw Driver Overview || Skil TS6307-00 Table Saw Giveaway!! kzbin.info/www/bejne/boublYBsrbmcjsk

[@CloverWoodDIY]

I'd be interested to see the slop in the fence at full extension. Mine has a drop of about 1/2" when fully extended so plywood ripping can be challenging. Also (and this is probably compounding the fence drop) the table seems to be out of flat from back left to front right of about 1/8".

[@westernartifact580]

Ok. Very well done. But I don't have a $100 measuring gizmo (thats like 40% of the cost of the saw dude!) why not show us regular dudes how to align the blade without expensive gadgets. Thanks.

[@pcer9973]

Cry much 😂

[@shaung466]

Thanks for the solid review videos on these saws. I'm definitely considering picking one of these up

[@gregmize01]

Im liking this saw more and more!

[@ProjectsForAllReviews]

Me too Greg! Thanks for watching!

[@cordel666giglesworth6]

just picked up this saw and its awesome thank you for the reviews

[@Andrew_Sherman]

I love this little table saw. As soon as I save up enough rewards from Mernards, I’m buying it

[@ProjectsForAllReviews]

Thanks for watching Andrew!

[@dronepilotflyby9481]

Thank you for this video as practically every YTer claims theirs came dialed in right out of the box. Mine jammed on the first cut as the neither riving knife or blade was parallel to the table and blade was not 90 degrees vertical to it. Please check all calibrations before you try it out. The second thing is everyone says how noisy the are. It's, by far, so much less so than my old Craftsman benchtop model.

[@ProjectsForAllReviews]

Glad the video helped! This is still the loudest job saw I’ve tested to date. Still it’s a pretty good little saw and I still have and use the one in this video. Thanks for watching!

[@JKBEEBE]

SAW, thanks for the updated info on this saw, I'm leaning towards this saw. 😎

[@ProjectsForAllReviews]

Thanks for watching!

[@DirtDiving77]

Thanks again for the video’s you put out! Much appreciated!!!

[@ProjectsForAllReviews]

Glad you like them!

[@TheDrflay3]

Thanks for the follow up! Love to know how the flatness compares to the skilsaw version! Even if it’s just a follow up comment!

[@jaigopaul8772]

That's an excellent saw, i am looking to buy a new tablet saw. I think this is the one i probably buy. Thank you for making this video. Or your best advice on which saw to buy.

[@Rogerswoodworkx]

I want one of these skil table saws really bad! I currently don't have a table saw and been seeing the skil table saw, I'm definitely gonna try to get it one day

[@carterscustomrods]

You found the flattest skil jobsite saw ever made. Even the Dewalt 10" (as well as their 8-¼") and the Sawstop Jobsite saw surfaces are not very flat. Feeler gauge is fine, but unless you run down every inch 9f the saw, a visual representation provides a lot more info. After all, saws like the DeWalt, and the Skils I've been close eniugh to look at have been super bumpy/wavy.

[@IronCamel6.6]

It comes with two removable riving knifes now. One plane and one that holds the guard and pawls.

[@nicholaskindred929]

This will be my next small shop table saw

[@ProjectsForAllReviews]

Good luck with the new saw Nicholas!

[@Papiwi]

It’s been kind of hard to find this saw…just bought the last one left at Lowe’s in my area…and they didn’t even had it on their websites. Went there to pick a different one until I saw this last one…good luck hunting guys…online seems to have more options

[@tomlovesdiy]

I own this saw. Love it. And since I am 5' 8" (on a good day), the relatively low height is fine. So far i've only used thin kerf blades and the saw powers through anything I've needed to cut. Like to try a full kerf (1/8") blade with FTG for dados, etc. Not sure if it has the necessary power. Has anyone used a full kerf blade? Any thoughts? thanks

[@scottkintgen7797]

What blade do you recommend for the smoothest cut. So you don't have lots of saw marks on the side of your wood. 3/4 inch wood

[@jimfeaster4837]

Great test and review

[@natedoggschip]

Please help if you can I got this saw a year ago. Worked perfectly until i Changed the blade. Made absolutely sure there was zero build up on the nut or anything else in there. Changed blade. And now it wobbles. The blade comes to a wobbling stop. At full speed it doesnt seem to wobble, and my cuts arent terrible. But this cant be good. How can i fix this

[@ProjectsForAllReviews]

Is the blade bent? Try putting the old blade back on and see if it wobbles. At least you’ll know will know if it’s the blade or saw. Let us know.

[@bobbydmonkey]

Great videos! Showing how to adjust the tools makes it more than just a review video, very much appreciated. Any chance you could take a look at the Skil 10” miter saw? Those also seem to have a good price to performance ratio.

[@ProjectsForAllReviews]

Thanks Bobby! We’ll get to that Skil miter soon. It’s been highly requested. Thanks for watching!

[@bobbydmonkey]

@@ProjectsForAllReviews Awesome! Definitely looking forward to it! Thank you

[@Joey.Darkwoods-Studio]

Hey Mike, hope all is good! Had a question for you, hope you can help out. This is my first table saw and I'm picking out a new blade, looking into a combo 50t. But the owner's manual only mentions "10 inches, a carbidetipped kerf width of 0.1", and a plate (body) thickness of 0.071. The kerf of the blade must be wider than 0.1”. Extra-thin-kerf saw blades (less than 0.1”) may cause the workpiece to bind against the riving knife during cutting. It is recommended that the kerf of the replacement blade used on this saw be 0.1” or greater.". So, my question is, can I use a thin kerf blade or only regular kerf? Sorry if the question is a no brainer, just wanted to make sure. thanks brother!

[@smokeserpent9375]

Currently waiting on my replacement saw for having a ton of aage in the table. Could easily fit a .010 feeler gauge in the right aide of rhe blade. And if the blade was 90 to the right of the table the left side would be out a mile.

[@ProjectsForAllReviews]

Crazy! I hope the new one is good for ya. We’re 2 for 2 on this saw and I’m still loving it. Thanks for watching and good luck!

[@drbell26]

Great videos, but I'm not sure if the giveaway is still in effect {SAW}. I'm on the fence between this Skil and the Dewalt. I'm really loving the the compact size of the Skil when folded up, and not requiring a table or bulky rolling table. I got one for my Miter and it eats up too much storage space. Thanks for doing a deeper dive.

[@jesspher25]

I currently own this saw and love it. however, i want to maybe upgrade to the delta t2. mainly because of how loud this thing is and i would like to be considerate to my neighbors. Maybe add a noise comparison with that type of table saw? (belt driven i believe)

[@S2000guy]

If this was only a little quieter id be all over it. Love the built it stand feature

[@hillustration]

Could this be a legitimate replacement for an older Craftsman belt drive? I could use the extra space this would give me, but I don't want to go backwards in quality. Thanks for the review.

[@themeat5053]

Mike, a great supplemental video. This looks like a great option if one needs a job site saw. I am looking for another saw so that I can keep one set up, permanently, with a dado to save time. I am pretty sure you should run the dado without a riving knife in, but this could be an innovation as I am as old as dirt.

[@mattfisher323]

the riving knife doesn't come out on this saw

[@ProjectsForAllReviews]

Yup I agree riving knife should be out but these job saws allow them to go low enough to be under the table top for any reasonable height dado. This is why it’s 8 inch only on the Skil, knife sticks up too high to clear a 6 inch dado. Thanks for watching Meat!

[@themeat5053]

@@mattfisher323 Thank you, Matt. I've learned something, which is always good in my book. Have a great day!

[@themeat5053]

@@ProjectsForAllReviews Thanks, Mike! Who says an old dog can't learn new tricks? Now, if only I could win a saw like that....hmm.

[@kakeboss1830]

I have been watching your video reviews fro quite some time now and you are doing an amazing job with very detailed reviews. I'm all the way from st. Vincent and the grenadines and I must say I really wish that I could have had one sent to me. Keep up the great job

[@ProjectsForAllReviews]

Thank you! I think you win for the most remote place mentioned in a comment! I wish I could include everyone in the giveaways. I tried shipping a table saw 150 miles to Davenport Iowa once and it was $275!! 🤣 thanks for watching!

[@GuzzyMan]

Good review. I have been looking at buying a table saw. This will help with my decision. Thanks

[@ProjectsForAllReviews]

Glad the vid helped! Thanks for watching!

[@MrBoejoone]

Still on my list. Do you think you can create a fix for the fence. On prior video it tilts and on this one it bows. What about creating a dado jig for the fence that fixes both issues.

[@ProjectsForAllReviews]

The last saws out of parallel fence was easy. Getting 10 thou bow out of an aluminum tubes a different story. For DIY and jobsite use 10 thou is nothing and I would never notice it in my projects IMO. Thanks for watching!

[@nucularmechanic9623]

Anyone have a tip for busting loose the arbor nut? Trying to change the stock blade and its on so tight I started to feel a muscle injury start. Additionally, the open end blade wrench is really loose on the shaft. It rocks back and forth about 10 deg. That seems excessive. Thanks for whoever can provide some advice. Edit: Seeing as this blade is trash, I took the drastic step of wedging a piece of steel stock into the teeth to stop it from turning. I was worried about the top, but no issues there. Then also used an actual wrench and it broke loose pretty easily. Can't say I have a lot of trust in Skil's blade wrenches.

[@DaveEPie]

Will the stock blade cut Mdf clean? What blade did you install? Getting delivery of one tomorrow 😊

[@stevegiesel1812]

I purchased this saw in December and when trying to remove the blade had the same issue. I bent the open end wrench, never did loosen the nut. CS said take it to their local affiliate and they would either fix or send it back to SKIL. After 3-4 weeks (not bad over Christmas) it was ready. Took it home and have the same issue. Same bent wrench incl. dont think anyone touched it.I called SKIL and they said they would send me a new saw. That was just about 3-4 days ago. I anticipate having same issue. They told me to keep the old saw for parts of dispose of it. (Sheesh!) Once i have the new one going I will see if I can liberate the old one from its housing the get better wrenches on that arbor. Seems a waste to toss what is probably a perfectly usable saw. Will let you know.

[@stevegiesel1812]

Update: received the new saw and the arbor nut released without too much strain. On the old saw I used a large combo wrench wrapped in a towel and wedged it in the teeth of the blade, across the throat opening on the table. The nut broke loose with that setup. The WD40 sprayed a few days earlier probably helped.

[@stevegiesel1812]

Wondering if you have tips for removing the legs for permanent mount on a table? Can’t find anything in the skil instruction manual about it.

[@PinoyDIY]

Is it possible to remove the stand(feet)? I'm planning to create custom saw table station. If not, is there a mounting holes when feet are folder?

[@redneckoc8585]

Anything I've ever used a jobsite saw for never had to be super accurate...most of the time it was for extension jambs on entry doors and they were offset enough to caulk or cover with metal.

[@slam854]

Mike, let's make a work table for this saw. Many have done it and I am curious what you come up with. HAPPY SAWDUSTING

[@joe-bq2mf]

Love your reviews! Could you please show how to cut dado on this saw. The riving knife does not allow to cut and do not know how to remove it. The manual mentions set the riving knife to lowest setting but still have problem cutting dado???

[@ProjectsForAllReviews]

Are you using an eight inch dado stack? Won’t work with 6 inch. Otherwise the riving knife should drop down far enough to be out of the way. Good luck and read the instruction manuals if needed! Thanks for watching!

[@JeffStoner]

I wonder if a few light taps of a deadblow hammer couldn't knock that fence into better alignment?

[@bryanbahling2877]

This saw for the price is amazing.

[@ProjectsForAllReviews]

Thanks for watching Bryan!

[@thebigsebowski4645]

Hello, very good comparison!!! Unfortunately the skil is not found in France!!😭😭😭

[@Charlie-fc1mh]

I bought a skill table saw from😮 lowe's back around 2010. Never once gave it any thought about the accuracy of the cut. Here we are fourteen years later and I'm out in the barn trying to figure out how to get the blade to tilt and I honestly just don't remember. There's a lever right beside the wheel and it moves up and down. It doesn't seem to matter which position it's in, the blade only goes up or down. Somewhere around the house I have the manual but I guess I'm to lazy to look for it. In all the time I've had this unit I've only used the bevel function 2 or 3 times. I'm getting ready to go back out to the barn with a flashlight and get underneath and look. Lol, I may just take a friggin hammer and give the lever a whack. Update! I just gave it a little hammer treatment. I tapped on the bottom of the lever and it moved to the unlock position. For the life of me, I could not get the lever to move using my hands. Anyway it's all good now 😂

[@JimmyRay7159]

Just got mine , put together, I noticed the smaller riving knife is aligned perfectly with the blade but the longer one you attach kickback to is out of alignment at the top of the blade but seems to be right on the backside at the table. In other words if you do a push through cut with say a 2x4 the tip of the knife will hit the wood and stop the ability to push on through. I tried bending it but it doesn't really stay dead behind the blade and i don't want to bend it to where it isn't as it should be at top of blade and at the base. Any ideas?? Anyone?

[@GCheung55]

Thanks for the part 2! Like others, I picked this saw up last year based on your original review. I didn't know that a dado stack required a different arbor nut - good to know. How were the miter slots - are they 3/8" x 3/4"? Mine seems to have this raised lip on the left and right sides on the bottom of the slot. Kind of like |_/|____|\_|. Kinda hard to explain via comment, the lip I speak of are the /| shapes. They are short and just enough for the included miter gauge to still slide, but my iGaging Table Saw Dial Gauge (similar to the Woodpeckers in function) sits a little proud in the slot.

[@Omarthecrowbar84]

What you think about the rigid table saw

[@CosmicCharlie]

I just received this saw today and just going over it I noticed that one of the rails stuck out about 3/4 of an inch past the other 1

[@rudywilliams6238]

Thanks to your video of the skill with the skil saw you convinced me to buy it, although I have not used it yet, I am already a beginner, I wanted to ask you if you think it is necessary to install a soft start module, I ask you since you did some exercises with this saw

[@butchdirodrico2330]

Looking for a table saw . This would be great !! Wish me luck !! SAW

[@HyPex808-2]

What dado set did you use? Is it ok for plywood?

[@mrpeartssandwich]

How much does the bow in the fence affect the straightness of your cut?

[@bobosessbushcraftandsurviv4783]

Can you remove the legs so you can mount it in a table?

[@jeff1806]

I like your review on this saw. I think you said that you can't remove the blade knife. It also appears you can't push it below table height. So does this means you can't make a shallow dado of less than 1/2"?

[@ProjectsForAllReviews]

There’s an updated version of this saw now with a metal throat plate and removable riving knife. You should be good to go. Thanks for watching Jeff!

[@jeff1806]

@@ProjectsForAllReviews I was looking at the DeWalt 10" saw but may now consider this saw. I looked at the DeWalt because of it's cut capacity. But I have other ways to handle sheet goods. If I need a 30 inch wide piece. I can set the fence so the 30 inch piece is on the left side of the blade. So I have to use your tape measure to set the fence. If I'm not sure the fence is set correctly I use it.

[@jawojnicki]

PLEASE review the metabo hpt rjs Mike! I'm torn between this and that one. I need your help please!

[@HeliRy]

If you’re looking to get THAT Woodpecker’s saw gauge, act fast. The newer V2 version is outpacing this old model… and it is about 2.5x more expensive. Even by WP pricing standards it’s bonkers lol. Fair to assume this earlier one isn’t being produced anymore and won’t be on shelves much longer. Bought myself one today, and they’re getting hard to find it seems.

[@ProjectsForAllReviews]

That V2 was out when I bought this one. Looked like like a couple Extensions for twice the money so I took a pass. I’ve found mine to be very accurate and I’m happy with the results so far. Thanks for the tip and for watching!!

[@HeliRy]

@@ProjectsForAllReviews I get the feeling Skil is going to retire this saw from production soon too. Don’t see them in the stores much anymore, and Skil *still* hasn’t followed through with a promise for a zero clearance insert for it. It’s on their webpage… “in development” limbo forever. But it would likely be garbage, like the regular one that comes with the saw lol. Like cutting wood on a floppy floppy banana peel 😬