I've not noticed any issues with it yet, I was actually surprised with the quality of the cut with the multi-purpose blade that came with it for the cuts I've done on CLS and the soft start is nice.
From what I've seen its more about the right blade for really high quality cuts. I mentioned saxton blades as they have a few bundles, one includes a 40 tooth and 80 tooth blade specifically for these saws. Not had a chance to use them, but I've seen people swear by them for the money. £32 for 2 blades
TCT Circular Blade 255mm Pack A - 25.4mm Bore
I do think the Evolution saws are a good deal, as they seem to get excellent reviews and very reasonably priced. It sounds like getting those additional blades is the way to go as well.
I've had this saw for a couple of years and have used it quite a bit. No site work though, only in the workshop so can't speak for its robustness to being lugged around in a van. Been really happy with it. Note it only has a 216mm blade so quite small capacity (max depth 80mm if I remember correctly and obviously less when doing beveled cuts). Decent 300mm ish max width of cut though.
I have found it to be powerful and accurate enough for my needs. Easy to adjust settings if it needs calibrating. I've had mitre cuts off it that have been tight enough for frames without any tuning required. I use a Freud 64 tooth blade (code: LP40M 019P), which gives an excellent finish.
I don't have the stand but I've read positive reviews though it's not cheap.
James
Thanks good to know.
I've got the erbauer saw. More than happy with it. Good cut capacity double bevel and accurate angle cuts (ignore the laser). Downside, it's bloody heavy, but I use it in my work shop.
Good to see some positive feedback on the Erbauer. I think the Bosch is only a few kilos lighter, so weight maybe just one of those unavoidable things with these, but I can see how it makes everything difficult.
I have a Bosch 216mm mitre saw and its a perfectly good saw. Yes it may have a smaller blade than 254mm Erbauer model but still offers plently of features. Mine is permanently mounted on a bench. Although I have used it on location.
With regards to the Bosch 3 year warranty, this to me is extremely valuable. I have used it several times with total satisfaction. New clutch and gearbox on 9.6v drill driver and 1/4" trimmer router totally replaced, both units near the end of their warranty periods and heavily used. This backup is worth a lot to me.
I hear what you say about warranty, but I wish it wasn't needed so often! The only two Bosch Professional tools I own (12v drill/impact set and large brush cutter) both failed with hours of use. The impact driver drains batteries in hours if the battery is left in it, without being used, until the cells are dead. This killed a battery and still isn't fixed, but is out of warranty now, so I have to remember not to leave any battery in it, otherwise it will destroy it (this gets expensive)! The brush cutter I've yet to see if they fix under warranty - the power button has jammed after around 6-8 hours use over several months. So generally very nervous about buying Bosch these days.
I've bought Bosch several times on newer equip.....mostly metalwork stuff....
all made in China and from my point of view no better than Erbauer or even Lidil....ur just paying for the name.....thats unless it says "MADE in GERMANY"
all my tools failed just outta warrenty.....
was a Bosch believer but NOT anymore.....
Only ever buy Japanese mains powered tools or Milwaukee for batt stuff....
but I gues not in ur price bracket tho...
Thanks - I tend to agree. This is a what worries me - as with many things, they definitely don't make them like they used to! Most brands have levelled up with each other in terms of quality, so no much difference between them, but this is why it makes the choice harder, because you don't know how much of the cost is going to brand name and how much is going to actual quality.
