Motor: 15 amp; direct drive; no soft start; blade brake; 4,000 rpm
Miter angle: 70° left to 70° right; stops at 15°, 22.5°, 31.62°, 45°, 60°, 67.5°; detent override
Bevel angle: 48° left to 48° right; stops at 15°, 22.5°, 33.9°, 45°
Horizontal cut width at 3/4 in.: 12 3/4 in. at 90°; 9 in. at 45°
Horizontal cut depth: 3 1/2 in.
Vertical cut height at 3/4 in.: 6-in. through cut at 90°; 6-in. shave cut at 45°
Nested crown capacity: 6 5/8 in.
Dust collection: 2 lb. 15.9 oz.
Weight: 47 lb.
Price: $350
Website: ridgid.com
Comments: This saw has a unique miter-angle adjustment that allows you to cut 70° on both sides—useful for cutting siding, stair parts, and other steep angles (cut capacity at 70° is about 5 inches). It is well-balanced and easy to carry, and has a 6-foot cord. Another nice feature is the quick-release bevel adjustment that allows for quickly setting bevels at various detents. You can most easily access the safety switch with your forefinger on the right hand, but if you’re left-handed, you’ll be able to use it. The LED shadow light can be turned on or off and is accurate, but it could be brighter; I found that the blade needs to be so close to the material that it was essentially like using the blade. The blade ramps up quickly, but stops slowly. There’s no blade wobble in this saw and it made very good cuts in trim material. It had plenty of power for framing material and didn’t struggle through anything I put in front of it. It’s got a large footprint, so it’s not the best option for a small shop. The weight and balance make it fairly portable, especially when mounted to a stand. This saw would do any contractor or carpenter well—especially for the price.
