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Hitachi C10FCE 15 Amp 10-Inch Compound Miter Saw
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List Price: $293.22
Our Price: $134.00
You Save: $ 159.22 ( 54% )
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Manufacturer: Hitachi
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Binding: Tools & Hardware
Brand: Hitachi
EAN: 0717709008601
Feature: 10-inch compound miter saw; thumb-actuated positive stops (0, 15, 22-1/2, 31.6, and 45 degrees right and left)
Label: Hitachi
Manufacturer: Hitachi
Model: C10FCE
Publisher: Hitachi
Studio: Hitachi
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Features
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10-inch compound miter saw; thumb-actuated positive stops (0, 15, 22-1/2, 31.6, and 45 degrees right and left)
15 amp motor; spindle lock; 4-inch tall fence; soft start
Stainless steel detent plate; carbide blade, soft grip
Includes saw, blade, vise assembly, sub fence, 1 wrench
18.125 by 24.75 by 22.1 inches; 26-1/2 pounds; 5-year warranty
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Spotlight customer reviews:
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Summary: great deal when it was seventy bucks
Comment: Saw was ready to use straight out of the box, all I had to do was attach the guard on the base, the clamp, and the dust bag. The saw cuts nice and straight, and it feels high quality. Not everything made in China is bad; the quality depends on the requirements we give them. The junk that comes from China is because we ask them to make it as cheap as possible.
The saw makes a nice clean cut, and it is powerful. I like that there is no trigger lock. I would buy again, although if I had to pay full price I would consider other brands as well, like Ridgid, Dewalt, etc.
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Summary: Some initial observations on the little things
Comment: I haven't used this saw yet so I can't comment on that part, but I can offer what I have observed about it.
As mentioned in other reviews of this saw and it's cousin the C10FCH, the bevel scale is a sticker. When I pulled the saw out of the box, the sticker wasn't fully attached to the plastic dust guard(guide) behind it. I pressed it back on all the way, only to see it has started to come free again a week later. It does appear that checking the bevel scale sticker frequently is going to be required with this saw or some other way used to secure the bevel scale.
Maybe some glue or screws/rivets can be used to secure the sticker better.
I will say that the bevel scale is easy to read as it is silver with black markings. A friend of mine's DeWalt 705 miter saw which is a couple years old has the bevel scale molded into the plastic which eliminates stickers.
The red arrow indicator on the bevel scale at least does have some adjustment so if your bevel scale sticker did happen to fall off, you can rezero the pointer if you get the sticker back on fairly close to where it was before.
The miter scale in the front may be attached with glue or possibly a sticker, but it seems to be secured securely on my saw and it also has a rivet holding it at the zero indicator.
Another thing I have noticed is while there is no parts list included in the manual, you can visit the Hitachi power tools website and download a parts list as well as find a service center if needed. One thing about the warranty. The warranty card included with my saw indicates it only lasts for one year even though the box it came in and the Hitachi power tools website say that it should be 5 years. I called Hitachi, and customer service indicated that some of the saws didn't get the proper warranty card, but it does have a five year warranty. Don't just take my word for it though.
There is also some strange english(if that's what you want to call it) used on the sticker of the sub fence assembly that says: "In the case of left bevel cutting, remove the fence. Supposing it is not able to remove it, it Will contact the blade or some part of the tool, causing in serious injury to operator." Yes it is made in China. LOL
Anyway, I got a great deal on this saw. I haven't used the saw yet so it may work great and these little details may not matter much, but I thought I'd give my initial observations on it so far for what it's worth.
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Summary: Good saw, but check the other reviews
Comment: I got mine from #48, and used it to install baseboard in the basement and made a work bench. But with the little use I had, the bevel gauge started to peel off; and after reading some other reviews here and elsewhere, I got nervous and decided to return it while I still could. Noticed that the gauge on the floor model in the store was peeling as well; also on the Task Force model. Noticed that the $99 Shopmaster had a similar sticker, but it was attached with some sort of rivet. Dewalt had plastic etching.
Also, the dust did tend to pile up real fast. Bag attachment didn't do much--maybe if you have dust collection it won't be an issue at all. The laser seemed to be quite accurate, and in all honesty, I really liked the saw. Very easy set up and ready to go the day I got it, no problem. Included horizontal clamp, that the Dewalt makes you pay extra for, although if you have it on the right side, you need to make sure to leave clearance for the saw to move all the way down.. Also had the laser as I mentioned that is not on the Dewalt.
I guess I just wanted to avoid needing to replace the saw once the window for returns expired and am hoping the Dewalt will work as well, without some of the minor issues. Can I make it 3.5? Hard for me to give it a 4 since I did in fact, return it.
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Summary: Great saw... i have been very happy with Hitachi
Comment: 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.
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Summary: Hitachi C10FCE
Comment: 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.
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Editorial Reviews:
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It’s hard to believe there’s this much power in such a lightweight saw, but it’s true. The 15-amp motor gets the blade through oak like nobody’s 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 versatility makes it even more of a bonus. It can be mounted on either the left or right fence just by loosening a wing bolt, and it adjusts for height just as easily. This fence is taller than average, making it great for crown molding work – and if you’re going to use this saw for crown very often, we recommend picking up Hitachi’s crown molding vise assembly, too, because it makes the job so much easier. Lots of folks prefer a horizontal handle on a chop saw, and that’s just what this one’s got, so it’s a great choice for left-handers. In addition, the handle is wrapped in a soft, cushioning elastomer that dampens any vibrations, something you’ll appreciate after a long day of cutting trim. If you’re shopping for a user-friendly, economical compound miter saw, this is a great choice.--Kris Jensen-Van Heste What's in the Box
C10FCE compound miter saw, 10-inch TCT saw blade, extended fence, dust bag, vise assembly, box wrench, hex bar wrench The Hitachi Story
Hitachi was founded in 1910 as an electrical machinery repair shop by Japanese entrepreneur Namihei Odaira. Since then, Hitachi has grown into a global company operating in industries ranging from tools to computing. The company's flagship office remains in Japan, but it has offices all over the world. Hitachi's history in the power tools business really got started in 1948 with the launch of Hitachi Koki, an electric power tool manufacturing unit designed to meet Hitachi's growing industrial needs. Hitachi Koki pushed the envelope few key areas, most notably high-speed motor, precision machining, and electronic control technologies. In 1973, Hitachi Koki began exporting tools to markets worldwide. Hitachi Koki's goal from the start was to eventually produce and sell all of its products locally. In 1980, it launched Hitachi Power Tools U.S.A to market tools in the United States (it didn't start producing tools in the U.S. until 1994). During the 80s, Hitachi Power Tools U.S.A. built its reputation for quality on the success of its pneumatic framing nailer and sliding compound miter saws. At the same time, it poured resources into research and development in other areas, leading it to a number of firsts power tool technology. Hitachi pioneered the sliding compound miter saw, cordless impact driver, collated automatic screw driver, pneumatic concrete nailer, cordless screw driver, metal stud cutter, portable rebar cutter/bender, 10-minute rapid charger, 2.0, 2.2, and 2.4 Ah Ni-Cad batteries, 3.0 Ni-MH batteries, and the use of rare earth magnet motors in cordless tools. Hitachi Power Tools U.S.A. was renamed Hitachi Koki U.S.A. in 1994 to denote the addition of manufacturing to the United States. Today, it sells more than 1000 models of electric power tools, focusing on compact/high out-put motor technology. The company has obtained recognition under the ISO 9000 series international standards for quality assurance. Hitachi Koki also received ISO 14001 certification for environmentally sound management.
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