Double Cut Saw?

[m151dave]

What is the value added of a double cut saw? I see adds for them but never any comments about what is so good about the idea of two circular blades over one.

 

[big.jim]

blades are contra rotating so supposed to be no kick back

 

[m151dave]

So you plan for a wider cut, but do not have to fight the saw when cutting? Why so small a diameter of blade?

 

[big.jim]

manufacturers trying the small cheaper option before going for larger models?

 

[DIC]

It supposed to cut thru wood, nails, metal or about anything

 

[egdede]

I have read they are nice for cutting sheet metal.

 

[m151dave]

I have read they are nice for cutting sheet metal.

Now that would be nice.

 

[bullnerd]

I saw a demo once where they cut a car completely in half, no problem.

Great idea if you ask me.

I always wanted to make a small chop saw out of one , just for small diameter tubing. No sparks, no cutting fluid, small footprint.

 

[finn]

Used mine twice. Sits in the case now, and has for the last eight years.

Not good for precision cuts and very messy.

 

[over40pirate]

I bought a Craftsman one a few years ago. The only time I used it was to cut a fiberglas floor shin out of a boat. It worked great for that, except, that it got so hot, I had to put it down. I returned it.

 

[Super Mech]

I've got the HF model. I bought it when the first came out with it a few years ago. While it does work and will cut a lot of different materials with no kickback, it is the most awkward thing to use. Definetly not for precision cuts. Better suited to rough and demo work. I think I used it 3 or 4 times.

 

[bullnerd]

Anyone can donate one to me if it makes you feel better?

 

[Iron-Iceberg]

Not much of a depth of cut either.

 

[9GUY9]

I think its a gimmick that you wont see around in a few years. Kinda like the electric hammers everyone was making 10 years ago.

 

[Simeon]

Electric hammer?

 

[9GUY9]

Electric hammer?

http://toolmonger.com/2008/11/13/craftsman-12v-hammerhead-auto-hammer/

 

[Bogey won]

Anyone can donate one to me if it makes you feel better?

Next you'll want free shipping

 

[PCO6]

I bought a Craftsman one a few years ago. The only time I used it was to cut a fiberglas floor shin out of a boat. It worked great for that, except, that it got so hot, I had to put it down. I returned it.

I looked at a Craftsman at Sears. I asked about replacement blades and got a blank look from the salesman. He searched and said ... "It appears we don't sell them". I told him I'd think about it and that was the last that I did.

 

[bullnerd]

Next you'll want free shipping

If that makes em feel betterer, sure. I like to help rid people of tools they don't like.

 

[JakeKohl]

I think its a gimmick that you wont see around in a few years. Kinda like the electric hammers everyone was making 10 years ago.

They're still making them and I have a Ridgid version that works as part of one of those swapable head/motor kits. I don't think it's a gimmick. It has a very specific window of need (nailing something in a tight space) but it works very well. It also nails soft metal nails (like aluminum/brass) without bending them.

 

[Bogey won]

If that makes em feel betterer, sure. I like to help rid people of tools they don't like.

Never met a tool i didn't like, hahah, your outta luck here big boy. Youll have better luck with their wife, ex wife, or wida. But i will keep you on the top of my list for give aways.

 

[spike99250]

My craftsman was a gift that sits on the shelf. I have cut 1/4" plate with it.
Like was said earlier it was awkward to use. It really need a base plate of some kind.
I also cut up and old plastic headboard and the plastic melted between the blades and gummed them up so bad I had to take it apart and spend way too much time cleaning it.

 

[nicksnothereman]

What is the value added of a double cut saw? I see adds for them but never any comments about what is so good about the idea of two circular blades over one.

Consumer magic! Probably good for metal if the blades are v configuration. Haven't seen one in a while, know they came out a long time ago though (over 10 years). So if they still exist they probably do something right.