I cannot write enough good things about this saw. I'm in the real estate business, and was in construction for the previous 8 years. I'm picky about my tools, and this one knocks it out of the park. I bought this one with the case to replace one that was stolen from a gang box last week. FIVE STARS!!
Here is why:
1 - hard case. this is a MUST for me, and there are a few nice dewalt tools that I will skip over because they don't have them. It also stores extra blades (I prefer lennox brand for this thing) without having them fly all over the place. Safe and organized - it's how tools should be.
2 - capacity - if you know what's what, you can slice up to 6" pipe with this thing. Thick metal - no problem, just feed it nice and slow. the variable speed is within thumbs reach during a cut if you need to adjust it - another big plus.
3 - cord is not too long, not too short, and very heavily armored. lets face it - anyone who has worked at a jobsite more than 3 minutes has seen, or picked up a tool by the cord - a no-no for sure, but it happens, and this thing is clearly built to take the abuse.
4 - light - I had an older milwaukee, and while it was a brute, the lack of light in a dark/confined space sucked. I have no idea whether that's been fixed, but I do know this one has a very bright LED that stays on for seeing the cut, and I like it. A LOT.
5 - toolless blade change - yeah, if you use anything long enough, you'll tear up a blade. changing this one is so easy as to be laughable. I think I could train my dog to change it in an hour. No lost wrenches, pinched fingers, bad words, or loss of production. Just swap it and get back to mangling metal.
*the only small thing that I do not totally love is the stock blade, but, lets face it - dewalt makes great tools and crap blades. I've replaced every dewalt blade I own right off the bat and been super happy. Might make some of you cheapskates mad, but meh, get over yourselves.
**also - dewalt is pushing to make things in the USA, but hasn't moved all the production back here. I haven't been able to verify if this saw was made in USA, but I will gladly support a company who is pushing to bring manufacturing back on our soil. And who owns only 1 dewalt tool anyway?
| Brand | DEWALT |
|---|---|
| Color | Yellow |
| Blade Material | Metal,Steel |
| Surface Recommendation | Metal |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Special Feature | Brake |
| Included Components | Standard 44-7/8 "x 1/2" x .020" Blade | Kit Box | Hex Wrench |
| Product Dimensions | 23.5"L x 14.25"W x 7.94"H |
| Voltage | 120 Volts |
| Item Weight | 15 Pounds |
| Blade Length | 5 Inches |
| Number of Teeth | 24 |
| Current Rating | 10 Amps |
| Specification Met | UL |
| Wattage | 1200 watts |
| Manufacturer | DEWALT |
| Part Number | DWM120K |
| Item Weight | 15 pounds |
| Item model number | DWM120K |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Size | Large |
| Style | Band Saw Kit Only |
| Material | Other |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Special Features | Brake |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Warranty Description | 3 Year Limited Warranty / 90 Day Money Back Guarantee |
