This is news because?
written by Dave , May 22, 2008

I think I have a saw that does all of these things right now:
1. Constant speed controller
2. 15A motor
3. Variable speed dial
4. Variable speed trigger
5. Lock-on button
6. Lock open blade install
7. Adjustable shoe
8. Adjustable orbital action
Oh, wait. The Milwaukee doesn't have all those features. I guess I will stay with the Makita saw that came out in 2005. You know, the one with all these features first?

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written by Jude , May 23, 2008

thanks Dave ~ we love your comments!!

Saw review
written by Dave , May 23, 2008

Jude,
Sorry (sorta) for the way my comment sounds. I realize that you (ToolKing) did not write a review of the tool, this is just a PR handout from Milwaukee. It is just that in many cases, Perception IS Reality(tm). If something is published or posted on a reputable Co's website, it just HAS to be true, doesn't it?? I have a wide assortment of Pro quality tools from many different brands, none of which were picked from some ad telling me to do so. I buy what works for me. I have more Makita tools than any other brand, starting with their cordless tools, up to a new table saw and their very cool Stone Polisher. Why? I like the way they fit my short-fingered hands, is all.
Is it your job to test all tools before putting something in the blog? No, it's not. If you did, everything would be out of date by the time it posted. So you have to see posts from some anonymous guy who sounds smarter on-line than in real life, poking a stick at the ant hill. Buy what you like. Buy what gets the job done.
In the end, it all comes down to the Dodge truck vs. Chevy truck argument. Which is better? That depends, doesn't it?
All the best,
Dave

Saw review, part two
written by Dave , May 25, 2008

Missing parts below**
Buy what gets the job done. It all comes down to the Dodge truck vs. Chevy truck argument.
Q. Which is the best?
A. That depends, doesn't it? (I drive a Ford and a Nissan).
And don't get me started on thin-Kerf saw blades....
All the best,
Dave

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written by Jude , May 27, 2008

You're absolutely right. A big portion of our info comes from the manufacturers unless we actually get the product to test and review. That's why we really do appreciate unsolicited comments like yours. I prefer Makita tools over the others because I have smaller hands and Makita has especially lightweight tools with superior ergonomics - - for my fit. I haven't checked out their Stone Polisher though. I need to, I could use one to do some finishing work in my kitchen remodel. Thanks for your opinions, keep them coming whether good or bad.