Hey everyone! I just bought a Rigid 15a 12" sliding compound miter saw, but the blade is bent after the previous owner hit a fence while making a bevel cut. Although the saw was a great deal, I need a new blade that delivers smooth and accurate cuts. I'm doing some small furniture projects and building speaker and amp enclosures, mainly working with hardwoods like mahogany, maple, walnut, and birch. I don't have much space for a full workshop, so this saw will be my go-to for many cuts, even though I know a table saw would typically be more precise. I'm primarily cutting 1" thick materials, so I'm looking for blade suggestions that can handle that without any issues. I have local stores like Ace Hardware and Home Depot nearby, but I'm open to ordering online if I can find something better.
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Tenryu blades are another option worth looking into. They have a reputation for quality, but they do offer a lot of different types. Just be sure to choose one that suits your cutting needs!
I highly recommend checking out the Diablo 12" blade, specifically the 80-tooth fine finish blade. It's perfect for crosscuts in hardwood and softwood. It's great for your projects and usually available at local hardware stores, so should be easy for you to find.
Good price and readily available around me. Might be what I try first, thanks!
I’ve been using the Freud "Ultimate Cutoff" blade with 96 teeth. If you take your cuts slow and steady, it produces results comparable to a cross-cut sled. Definitely worth considering!
Are these essentially Diablo blades? I saw some listings for Diablo blades that have the Freud logo.
Wow they make an overwhelming number of blades, do you have a particular series you recommend?