Which Harbor freight Saw

[rjdealhome]

Re: Which Harbor freight Saw

I have used the old saw which has served me well, but the pivot head would certainly be useful.
One thing I would recommend is the purchase of a diamond blade at some place other than HF. I had purchased the HF diamond blade (about $30) at the time I got the saw, but it wore out by the time I finished cutting the floor, soldier, and the first two courses. Got a Husky replacement blade at Home Depot. Haven't used it enough (cutting three additional courses) to know if it will last longer, but it was $39 compared to the $30 HF blade, and it seems to be holding up better.

[UtahBeehiver]

Re: Which Harbor freight Saw

dlebla,

Like Les said, the pivot head will make the new model more versatile, I used the old HF say but I have to say, my bevel cuts were never exactly 22.5 or 45. One thing I did learn from the forum, place the pump in a separate clean buck of water or your pump will crap out. Did this from day one and not a bit of problem with the pump. As things considered, sound like you would be better off with the new model. I did not buy the warranty but did buy with an AMEX card which matches and extends the normal warranty by the existing term. I think some other CC cards do the same.

[Les]

Re: Which Harbor freight Saw

Isn't the standard warranty 1 year? I didn't buy it but I did blow the start capacitor. I was able to repair it myself for less than 6 bucks.

[dlebla]

Re: Which Harbor freight Saw

They will not discount the old one any further, I can get either one for $249 and they will let me use the 20% coupon. If I go with the old one I can get the stand for $25 instead of $60 as they will discount that. Did anyone get the extended warranty? I'm usually against buying them but as I need to cut all these bricks which will get real dusty, I'm not sure if I should get it. Thanks

[Les]

Re: Which Harbor freight Saw

The fact that the head pivots makes it more versatile - I would go with the new model. Will they offer you a discount if you purchase the old one?

[dlebla]

I was at harbor freight as I'm getting ready to start my build and need the saw. I was told the 10" saw is being discontinued and there is a new model out, which is totally redesigned. The spec on the page says only 7 AMPS as the old one is 15 but when I looked at the motor itself it said 15 as well. So it looks like the same motor. All things being equal anyone have any thoughts on which one would be better. The new saw has a different tray and cutting guide, which I thought might be better. Since I have yet to cut bricks I thought some of you would have a better idea as to which one seems like the better choice. Here are the links to the 2 saws. Thanks for any input.

Old Saw
10" Tile & Brick Saw - 2.5 HP

New Saw

2.5 Horsepower 10" Industrial Tile/Brick Saw