I think I got a bargain...

Bluefoam · 2025-11-17 15:01:38

Been planning (for a couple of years) to get a Makita 18 or 36v mitre saw, but they're around than €700 these days... I just picked up this compact Evolution saw for €65, Amazon open box... I've a plan to do some panelling in the house. This thang should be more than capable! Reviews are good.

17-11-2025 03:01PM

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Been planning (for a couple of years) to get a Makita 18 or 36v mitre saw, but they're around than €700 these days...
I just picked up this compact Evolution saw for €65, Amazon open box...
I've a plan to do some panelling in the house. This thang should be more than capable! Reviews are good.

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#2 17-11-2025 03:32PM

The Continental Op

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Thats not a bad price. I think the thing you need to be aware of with Evolution saws is that they have a slower blade speed so that they can cut ferrous metals. Nothing to stop you putting a better blade on it.

Wake me up when it's all over.

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#3 17-11-2025 04:03PM

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https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/123995720#Comment_123995720

This one has a 24 tooth blade as opposed to 20 on some their other models... I'm sure that'll get fine enough for the jobs I have for it.

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#4 17-11-2025 06:06PM

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Great bargain. The more teeth on the blade the smoother it cuts. 24 is good for rough timber.

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