Hitachi C10FSH 10-Inch Sliding Compound Miter Saw with Laser

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The C10FSH 10-Inch Sliding Dual Compound Miter Saw offers: A powerful 12 Amp motor Built-in laser marker for precision cuts 57-degree miter angle range to the right, and 45-degree miter angle range to the left Miter detent stops at 0, 15, 22.5, 31.6, and 45 degrees to the right and left A five-year warranty

This sliding dual compound miter saw provides a laser marker for precision and a motor with carbon brushes for dependable performance. View larger.

With its 12 Amp motor, the C10FSH provides plenty of power for tough cuts, and the electronic speed control maintains RPM while cutting. The 10-inch blade can be stopped within seconds using the electronic brake. And to help ensure accuracy, this saw includes a built-in laser marker that creates adjustable laser lines, so you can make precise cuts every time.

Smooth Sliding Mechanism
A linear ball bearing slide system provides a smooth feel that offers enhanced accuracy and control. By using a slide system, you have an increased cutting length as compared to regular compound miter saws.

Smart Design Keeps You Working Fast and Safe
Hitachi developed the C10FSH with many features that increase safety from start to finish. An electronic soft start minimizes recoil and suppresses sound pressure for a smooth startup while a splinter guard prevents materials from splintering. A chip deflector provides zero clearance support and is fully adjustable to prevent tear-out. Your work pieces are held with extra stability thanks to an adjustable pivot fence.

A dust collection attachment reduces airborne particles to keep your workspace clean and safe, and the carbon brush is designed to be user accessible and replaceable, so you can easily extend the life of the tool.

The C10FSH weighs 43 pounds and is compatible with the Hitachi UU610 Universal Work Station. It is backed by a five-year warranty.

What's in the Box
C10FSH 10-Inch Sliding Dual Compound Miter Saw with 10-inch TCT Saw Blade, Laser Marker, box wrench, and dust bag.

A slide system offers increased cutting length. View larger.

A comfortable, easy-to-grip handle helps you maintain control. View larger.

Bevel angles are easy to set and maintain. View larger.

A clearly marked scale offers easy reference for quick work. View larger.

I opened up the box and set it up on the table, let out a big grown put it back in the box and sent it right back. Spend $150.00 more and get a tool not a toy. I don't know who would rate this thing above 1 star unless they don't use it. I need a saw for 4 to 6 hours a day so I bought a Milwaukee 12".

The 12s are much heavier than the 10s, feel somewhat coarser and don't have considerably greater cutting capacity. I have also heard about some reliability issues with the 12" saws. It genuinely has the sound and feel of a tool that is a "cut above" (sorry, couldn't resist). I agree with others who have complained of the "handedness" of its trigger design (although it isn't all that hard to operate it with one's left), and the fact that it doesn't come with the optional higher fence is absurd. One other thing that's worth mentioning: at least for now, Hitachi's 10" saws are made in Japan. To me, Hitachi sliding compound miter saws are a member of a group of "elite" tools that are the "best of the best" in terms of function and value.

I bought mine with very high expectations, and received exactly what I expected - a well made, beautifully functioning saw. Of course it isn't perfect. The 12" version is built in China. That's pretty darn easy to do with this saw. They are the finest representations of particular types of tools available at a competitive price to the consumer (think Bosch jigsaws or Panasonic cordless drills). It also may not be quite as beefy in its construction as the Bosch competition (the only other saw I seriously considered), but that fact is more than offset by its light weight.

I am hopeful that Chinese origin will not always mean lesser quality, but my experiences with Hitachi's two larger saws (don't know about the 8") tells me that the 10" represents the best from the best. This thing is almost as portable as my old Ridgid non-slider - and, let's face it, most of us have to lug these things around from time to time, and put them back on a shelf when we're done.

I have used Makita, Rigid, Dewalt and Ryobi sliding miter saws in the field. If you are looking for an excellent saw with all the features required for nearly any type of trim carpentry work. The large round table may be great in the work shop for wider pieces but simply weighs too much for ease in carrying on jobsites and takes considerably more space in a work truck. The Hitachi C10FSH is an excellent choice for a trim carpenter. The Hitachi not only has quality equal too or better than the other models, but it generally is lighter weight, surprizingly tough and very dependable. This saw is simply hard to beat. The Hitachi has a smaller table base than most of the new competitor models such as makita and Rigid.

Its True, and its sad because I actually take air quality on the job site very seriously. It's got the laser, and the flourescent light comes in handy in the attic or basement applications, or when the electrician is still roughing in and outlets are scarce. Also, everyone knows that as soon as you buy a 12 inch sliding saw, it instantly gets used for cutting 6 X 6 treated post and beam lumber. But you know your going to screw or bolt it down anyway cause every saw will walk a little.Yes, the soft start isn't quite as soft as the Makita or the Bocsh, but its enough to not pop your breaker, which is the point remember,. But unless you want to drop over $1,000 into a Festool, any saw is rather unsatisfactory, and none of them make it easy to attach a vacuum cleaner.

It's quiet and pretty. you want to be slightly on top so that you don't tweak the blade coming down, (which is hard to do cause the sliders are so bomber).Yes you still have to reach around to the back to change your bevel angle, and that's what makes this saw outlast the up front designs by years, not as many DOO-DADS to mangle.Yes it's only a ten inch blade, and why would you want anything more. How much laser do we really need,. And by that I mean that there is no play, not even a thought of slop to the slides. But I already have one, so,.

yes the laser gets hidden by the dust capture rubber, but you have the line before you cut. The Makita is very smooth; its actually a very nice saw with a lot of base to hold the material. Now that's a laser worth having.Yes the dust collector kinda sucks. The Slides are THERE.

The Bosch is sweet but it just has too much play after a year with the enormous handle. not to make you feel babied into a cut.Yes the handle is configured strange and hard to hold normally, but your not going to want to actually hold the handle normal,. The Hitachi C10FSH is the saw that cuts and leaves no trace, like magic, as if your material were machined that way and dropped in your hand all wrapped in plastic.

Larger blades have more flex across the board, especially when using a thin kerf blade. The Hitachi FSH manages to remain designated "finish work only." And that says everything I need to know. But in my experience, the Makitas tend to become the "exterior and framing" saws after awhile.

and who has the space in the truck. The saw gives an integrated and dedicated feel, leaving you to conjure up ideas of "perfect cuts." Yes, the saw could have a deeper base for stability without having to screw or bolt it down. maybe a laser that actually cuts the material, and forget the blade all together.

good luck with your decision. I'm the guy that's always wearing a dust mask or respirator when working indoors.

I love this saw. That saw is still in service after about 10 years, but now is only used for outdoor work since the new version is so much nicer.This saw is so compact and easy to operate I don't know why any tradesman would use anything else. I don't use the laser for most cuts but when I need it, I'm glad it's there. It is better that the old style in every way.

I have the luxury of having 2 miter saws, the 8 1/2" for most work and the 10" for crown and 4x stock. The bevel scale is much easier to use, as is the bevel locking lever. It is small and light, packs well and is easy to transport. I have used a 12" Dewalt and felt like I was always having to wait for the blade it get up to speed.I also bought the right side fence extension and the crown stops. I use the 8 1/2" for most work. I am a trim carpenter and I use miter saws every day.

The fence is taller, the degree scale is much easier to read. It is very accurate. Years ago, we bought an earlier version of this saw because we needed the larger capacity from time to time. I have used Hitachi compound sliders for years. It is quiet, compact and accurate. The blade seems to reach full speed quickly.

If I could only have one saw it would be this one. It makes cutting crown molding much quicker.This saw has been extensively reviewed so I will keep this brief.