rrich1 Posted May 2, 2016 Report Posted May 2, 2016 So i recently purchased the Bosch 4100 table saw. I had been up in the air with that one vs the Dewalt DWE7491RS with the rolling stand. After looking at the Dewalt again (store displays) the Dewalt seems to be sturdier and have a more reliable and consistent fence. I am debating taking the Bosch back to and getting the Dewalt. Any thoughts? Links to both below. http://www.homedepot.com/p/DEWALT-15-Amp-10-in-Job-Site-Table-Saw-with-Rolling-Stand-DWE7491RS/204512007 http://www.homedepot.com/p/Bosch-15-Amp-10-in-Table-Saw-with-Gravity-Rise-Stand-4100-09/202242734
jeffmcmillan Posted May 2, 2016 Report Posted May 2, 2016 I dont know if its me or the table saw but I can never seem to get the fence to stay straight so that dewalt gear driven fence seems really nice.
DaveJr. Posted May 2, 2016 Report Posted May 2, 2016 2 hours ago, 99_XC600 said: I would buy the Dewalt on the fence alone. I would say that too, but the fact that it is yellow and says DeWalt on it may have been a bigger factor in that. 3
builditguy Posted May 2, 2016 Report Posted May 2, 2016 Yes to the Dewalt. The fence is great. I don't have that model. I have the larger and older one, but the fence is the same. Beyond the fence, mine has worked hard and continues to do so. No complaints Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1
Grumpy MSG Posted May 10, 2016 Report Posted May 10, 2016 I too have the older DeWALT (DW744), I do love it's rack and pinion fence. It is definitely easier to adjust and stays parallel to the blade. The reason it may feel more stable is the fact the DeWALT is setting on 4 legs while the Bosch is on 2 feet and 2 pneumatic tires while the saws are set up. The Bosch on the other hand may be easier to set up. The one complaint I have heard about the newer DeWALT saws is the noise level. I haven't heard a 744 setup next to a 7491, so I can't really compare the noise levels. A little research finds the older saws like mine and the Bosch spin at 3650 RPM, while the new saws turn at 4800 RPM or about 30% faster. It probably makes for smoother cuts and feels like more power at the same feed rate, after all it is taking smaller bites but a lot more of them.
ChrisK Posted May 10, 2016 Report Posted May 10, 2016 On May 2, 2016 at 2:44 AM, rrich1 said: So i recently purchased the Bosch 4100 table saw. I had been up in the air with that one vs the Dewalt DWE7491RS with the rolling stand. After looking at the Dewalt again (store displays) the Dewalt seems to be sturdier and have a more reliable and consistent fence. I am debating taking the Bosch back to and getting the Dewalt. Any thoughts? Links to both below. http://www.homedepot.com/p/DEWALT-15-Amp-10-in-Job-Site-Table-Saw-with-Rolling-Stand-DWE7491RS/204512007 http://www.homedepot.com/p/Bosch-15-Amp-10-in-Table-Saw-with-Gravity-Rise-Stand-4100-09/202242734 Dewalt. Rich the Bosch is a good saw, I like Bosch, but Dewalt is all over that Bosch. The fence is amazing. If you're in for a compact saw I was running the small Dewalt, sold it for the same price I paid for it when I got my Sawstop but that little machine was an awesome saw. I ALMOST when's with the Bosch but the JLC did a great comparison that swayed me. 1
rrich1 Posted May 10, 2016 Author Report Posted May 10, 2016 Dewalt. Rich the Bosch is a good saw, I like Bosch, but Dewalt is all over that Bosch. The fence is amazing. If you're in for a compact saw I was running the small Dewalt, sold it for the same price I paid for it when I got my Sawstop but that little machine was an awesome saw. I ALMOST when's with the Bosch but the JLC did a great comparison that swayed me. Thanks. Jlc? Sent from my XT1254 using Tapatalk
ChrisK Posted May 10, 2016 Report Posted May 10, 2016 Journal of Light Construction. Also try this link, http://www.thisiscarpentry.com/2012/01/20/portable-saws-bosch-or-dewalt/
ChrisK Posted May 10, 2016 Report Posted May 10, 2016 http://www.jlconline.com/products-tools/power-tools/tool-test-contractor-table-saws_o
ChrisK Posted May 10, 2016 Report Posted May 10, 2016 I know the first one from this is carpentry is relative to the smaller table saw but the reading on the Dewalt is pretty good, hope this helps, Chris
Hugh Jass Posted May 10, 2016 Report Posted May 10, 2016 I have the 7491 and can testify to it's quality of build and cut. Great saw.
rrich1 Posted May 13, 2016 Author Report Posted May 13, 2016 Thanks for the links. I think this is a big contender for me now. I can push it against the wall/garage walk out door. Be a lot more stable and a lot more of a table. http://m.lowes.com/pd/DELTA-13-Amp-10-in-Table-Saw/50081568?http://m.lowes.com/pd/DELTA-13-Amp-10-in-Table-Saw/50081568= Sent from my XT1254 using Tapatalk
ChrisK Posted May 13, 2016 Report Posted May 13, 2016 Well there you go. If your going to step up from the contractor grade and step into woodworking and furniture building I have checked the Delta out and it gets a lot of good reviews. Also has a solid fence. Fit and finish is pretty nice and this was a real contender for me when I was in the market and truthfully it is a solid performer. The Ridgid saw is also very solid and well thought of but I was seriously looking at the Delta for the fence set up.
JimboS1ice Posted May 13, 2016 Report Posted May 13, 2016 I love that delta that thing is pretty cool Jimbo Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
rrich1 Posted May 15, 2016 Author Report Posted May 15, 2016 Returned the Bosch and got this. For the same price I am getting a lot more saw and I have no real need to take the saw anywhere anyways so this should work out a lot better, just take up more space. Sent from my XT1254 using Tapatalk 1
JimboS1ice Posted May 15, 2016 Report Posted May 15, 2016 Returned the Bosch and got this. For the same price I am getting a lot more saw and I have no real need to take the saw anywhere anyways so this should work out a lot better, just take up more space. Sent from my XT1254 using Tapatalk I look at that everytime I'm at lowes, such a solid unit.
tonylandin Posted May 15, 2016 Report Posted May 15, 2016 #DamnYouJimbo #TIABROKE From a fan of tools with lots of assistance from Siri #TIACREW
Nordraw Posted May 15, 2016 Report Posted May 15, 2016 Nice choice going with the Delta. If you have the room and you don't need to move it, it's better then the portable I would say. You can now use Dado blades! That box does look pretty beat up though, make sure you check it out pretty well
rrich1 Posted May 15, 2016 Author Report Posted May 15, 2016 I look at that everytime I'm at lowes, such a solid unit. The display unit had seen better days but I know it will be more than enough for me to last a long time. Sent from my XT1254 using Tapatalk
rrich1 Posted May 15, 2016 Author Report Posted May 15, 2016 Nice choice going with the Delta. If you have the room and you don't need to move it, it's better then the portable I would say. You can now use Dado blades! That box does look pretty beat up though, make sure you check it out pretty well Thanks. The Bosch would accept dado blades as well. Ya as I was putting it onto my dolly to move it into my garage the two silver cover bottom pieces fell out. Going to double check everything before I start putting it together. Sent from my XT1254 using Tapatalk
ChrisK Posted May 15, 2016 Report Posted May 15, 2016 Congrats on the saw. I think your going to be pretty happy. The mobile base on that is actually pretty sweet and I think if woodworking is your thing and it kind of sounds like it your going to be much happier with this one.
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