Hey everyone! I'm planning to buy a miter saw and I'm caught between the DWS780 and the DWS716XPS. I'm really keen on getting one with a shadow line feature. My main question is whether the sliding function of the DWS780 is necessary for my projects. I'll be using this saw for home projects like building a dog house, a table, and some shelves. I'd love to hear your experiences and thoughts on this!
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I've got the DWS780, and it’s really impressive! I can’t see myself going back to a non-slider now. The sliding feature gives you more flexibility for different cuts, so consider if that’s something you’ll need.
I’ve been using the DWS716XPS for years and I absolutely love it! That light feature is a game changer for making precise cuts, especially on trim or crown molding. I bought the DWS780 a couple years back for the sliding capability, but honestly, I find I don’t use it much. If I had to choose again, I'd stick with the 716XPS.