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New SkilSaw Mag77 Worm Drive: Fixing what isn't broken?

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A unboxing and overview of the newest version of the SkilSaw Mag77 Worm Drive, the legendary circular saw that set the bar for portable power tools. Learn the basics of this tool here • Circular Saw Basics
I have a special connection to skilsaws since they have been one of my most important tools for the last 40 years as a builder. This saw has inspired dozens of copycat designs, many of which are fantastic. This is the first time I am handling and getting a look at the new generation of this legendary tool.
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@anthonysmith4600 5 лет назад

As a IBEW tradesmen for 43 years, I love watching your channel and how we both pass on the tricks of the trade. Something you cant learn in a school.

@macattack9041 Год назад

You have to struggle and screw up a lot to learn the real tricks old timers share with us and I appreciate it to the bone.

@killnme6212 4 месяца назад

Ha!! I’m an inside wireman and I love watching this guy and his knowledge and carpentry skills. I wanted originally to frame houses but saw the electricians came in knocked out their work in like 3-4, 2 day visits and they had nice tools and truck. A good living being a tradesman.

@neilw.7153 6 лет назад

I recently picked up an old Skil HD77 Pro made in 1985, in the original box with all the manuals and even the original blades still covered in the gel teeth covers. The guy I bought it from used it once to build a very tiny shed then let it sit in his garage. I paid $40 for it. Being only 18 and with the dreams I have, it's one of the best decisions I've ever made. Brand new saw for only a couple bucks.

@1northsparrow246 6 лет назад

Take good care of it and you will have it when your are 38. Don't forget to change the oil once in a while. Most importantly, work safely because construction is one of the most dangerous occupations out there.

@gyrateful 4 года назад

My 77, bought in 1985, had a stuck guard, because I forgot to wash it after wet-cutting 200' of concrete at full depth. 35 years of abuse, and it is still the best tool I own. Only saw that gang cuts 3 sheets of plywood all day, and eager for more. I put a new cord, gear grease, and brushes on it last year; the grease still looked good, the brushes were less the half worn. Cutting concrete and the brushes had over 1/2" left after 34 years. Damn good saw.

@TNWoodwright1 6 лет назад

I'm 70 years old and cant remember not having a 77. Had to watch the sky hook three times. Outstanding

@tonybaggett1984 6 лет назад

BOLTR! I feel a collaboration coming👍🏻

@tonybaggett1984 6 лет назад

Sorry I'm a horrible speller thanks for the heads up.

@herbstwerk 6 лет назад

I don't know... it's a tool to be primarily used on filthy tree carcasses after all.

@tonybaggett1984 6 лет назад

He already took apart a Festool track saw. The holy grail of wood pixies everywhere.

@TheSlywright 6 лет назад

He just made a video on patreon yesterday comparing a new and old skil saw because of this video.

@Styrak 6 лет назад

AvE has already taken apart the new SkilSaw, in June. In fact it was linked in the sidebar for me -------->

@HandToolRescue 6 лет назад

I'm actually restoring the first version of the Skilsaw Model 77 at some point next year. Gonna be shiny!

@anchorbait6662 6 лет назад

Really? Thats awesome to hear, I'll be looking forward to seeing that video when you finish it. Thanks for all the great work you do. :)

@dagoonite 6 лет назад

Yes! You have no idea how much I'm looking forward to that. Okay, so I look forward to all your projects, but still.

@Argondo 6 лет назад

by chance the one AvE have picked apart ? :3

@spencerdahl5281 6 лет назад

Any idea when it was made? I was given one years ago, a few months back I called Skil to ask and to my surprise (and delight) it’s mfg date was 1981!

@William48151623 6 лет назад

I was just thinking how cool it would be for you to restore one of these and boom, here you are in the comments.

@markkoons7488 4 года назад

I've watched dozens of your videos and though I spent 50 years working wood and steel (and still continue) I enjoy and learn something from every one of them. Thank you.

@andrewcarr2431 4 года назад

"Chome will not get you home", man you just keep reaching into that endless bag of great sayings...

@wayfastwhitie455 6 лет назад

To your right there looks to be a new cord for it. I remember you talking about the first thing you do is add a longer cord and a sky hook. Yes please keep us informed on how you like it

@davidwvolz 6 лет назад

Got a lot of heavy job site miles out of my gray SkilSaw I bought in 96'. Finally stopped working about a year ago, so I changed the cord, switch and the oil for the first time and it's been working flawlessly ever since.

@rightlanehog3151 6 лет назад

20 years between oil changes and it still works? That is impressive.

@forget-me-notlawncare9821 6 лет назад

Thanks for another great video, Scott. Your experience and willingness to share it are such a blessing to this novice. Your channel has quickly become my favorite on RU-vid. Keep up the fantastic work!

@alienhexican8017 5 лет назад

I was glad to see you lay the saw on it's side when you were using it. One of the few lessons that stuck with me from trades school; many old timers took the guard off their saws, never set that thing on the shoe!

@leftymalonewertyu 6 лет назад

Love the look at the new saw. I am still going to use my old Skilsaws till they give up the ghost. One of Mine has been in use for 35 years.I don't build custom homes any more but when I did I ripped many a sheet of plywood with the old reliable Skilsaw. P.S. The tables are always bent.

@RickHowell89 6 лет назад

Made a comment about AvE, but I didn't watch until then. Love him and his reviews.

@popaabert 2 года назад

I had six skill saws all brands . I now have seven , A new SKILL SAW thanks to you ,GOOD deal.

@LTT.Official 6 лет назад

I said it many times before but I don't know if you ever saw it. Thank you Scott for the knowledge you impart on us. I have learned so much from you.

@brystonfranke1691 6 лет назад

I bought my worm drive skilsaw at an old carpenter's auction who had passed away and its great, just like these videos.

@Jason-uz8hj 6 лет назад

LOVE mine! Had it for over a year. Been using worm drives for 20 yrs. In spite of my love for it, I HATE the new depth marks, easier to read the old way. The table/bed is not as strong as the steel ones, but that is the trade off for lighter weight. Btw, I haven't dropped the wrench out of mine yet. I still love it! PLEASE DON'T EVER STOP DOING VIDEOS, I love them more than the saw!

@17Scumdog 4 года назад

Just got mine yesterday, finally retired grandpa's old saw he gave me 15 years ago. Absolutely love it! Gotta say of all the worm drives I've used the mag 77 has the best balance by far, which makes a huge difference when you're using it all day long.

@dwighthapeman6590 5 лет назад

I love your channel. I’m hooked. Your down to earth, practical advise is awesome. On your recommendation I bought this skilsaw and it just came! I have been in the electrical trade for over 30 years and never owned a worm drive saw. I just didn’t need a circular saw that weighed 18-25 lbs. I think it is going to be amazing. I’m getting ready to frame out my basement. I have to go now and cut some lumber. Then the old lightweight craftsman is going to become a permanent track saw.

@jamesbanana6773 5 лет назад

My saw (The same as the new one he's reviewing) has been through about 2.5 years of framing. I've dropped it several times and the table is still true. The wrench (Which he's put in upside down) has never fallen out. I regularly check if the table and blade are still a 90 degree to each other when I need to cut a beam and IT'S ALWAYS BEEN TRUE. The only thing thus far I've had to replace was the trigger and that took me about $12 and 10 minutes to replace. I partially blame myself because I routinely hit the trigger when it's un-powered as some sort of weird tick so probably 30% of the pulls were unnecessary and it could have lasted another year. The newer models are still a solid tool.

@anchorbait6662 6 лет назад

Love the AVE shutout! Not that he needs it, but it's just nice to see my favorite channels respecting each other. That's soo much Mr W. Hope you have a wonderful Christmas. Plz give us a update once you get more trigger time on the NEW SKILLSAW. :)

@FunkYoLifeUp 6 лет назад

I’m a carpenters apprentice in eastern Canada, you are my go to for evening RU-vid videos as well as ave and his boltr episodes. Watching you mention him in one of your videos was just too cool man.

@OvelNick 6 лет назад

"they've never let me down, but I've let them down" I can't begin to explain how much I've loved your channel. Having just found it a few months ago my only gripe is with every video I watch I feel cheated by my ignorance in the youtube craftsmen channels that I gave up on 7 or so years ago. I get a very familiar rush of interest when you talk and give advice. My grandfather who was a builder for 60+ years peaked my interest and taught me everything. In 2010 he passed. Thanks for the channel!

@joshknauer7601 6 лет назад

That is awesome of you to plug AvE.

@bearriver685 6 лет назад

Josh Knauer That right there is the Cockford Dolly

@acrinsd 6 лет назад

Cockford Ollie :)

@matthewshannon6946 5 лет назад

I heard of this channel through Ave One of a great many things he has shown me!

@lucasenglish8767 5 лет назад

what i'd give to work on the same site as both of them at the same time

@kojomensah7474 5 лет назад

Is the whole series up for sale I mean the house that you are going to build step by step??

@chriswebb810 6 лет назад

Love the way you deliver your info, love the phrasing and matter of fact demeanor. Love your videos.

@gregghernandez2714 4 года назад

"Chrome will not get you home." I love that. My garage is filled with tools that I have picked up at swap meets, thrift stores, etc. The only criterion is that they still work, and are well built, no junk. One of my prize possessions is a long steel level that my father used to work when he was doing brickwork. He built many projects (including our fireplace, and family room) with his hand tools and some power tools. You two would have gotten along well, I am sure of that.

@JoseRamirez-rd9di 6 лет назад

I really enjoy watching these videos I love the honesty this man talks with you can tell there's no BS coming from this guy straight honest experience

@spacecowboy2k 6 лет назад

Scott, love the idea of coming back to this 1 year later. Reviews aren't reviews until you've had REAL time with something to know. Looking forward to it! Also, so glad you plugged AvE. Skookum as frig.

@2010stoof 6 лет назад

I agree I can't wait to see your thoughts after the year. I'm eyeing a skil saw and I can buy either right now but curious your opinion before deciding between the magg77 and the new spt77wml. Funny they have 3 new ones now. Spt77w (aluminum and black handle) spt77wm (red handle) and spt77wml (red handle and 17% lighter than mag77) Not sure about the wm version but it's probably identical to the mag 77 with mag shoe but aluminum housing while the wml has all magnesium

@MrTooldaddy 6 лет назад

Great video. I like that you gave AvE a shout out. I enjoy you're videos, and appreciate the time and effort you put into them!

@marcemarc6516 6 лет назад

I love what you've been doing on your channel. been following you for some time now. You're a true craftsman and know what people like us are looking for in reviews. how a tool feels is more important then how it looks. you ask the question of is it better then the tool i already have? most of all, you're fast. you give the important information (especially in demo videos) instead of talking for 5 minutes and then spending an additional 3 explaining what youre doing. you have confidence that your audiance isnt stupid and just go at and just explain the parts that are important or cant be seen on tape. keep up the content please! imply great stuff!!!! that canadian guy is hoot lol

@Hppyzmbie 6 лет назад

I really enjoy your practical and professional approach to tool discussions and reviews. Thank you. I look forward to seeing this saw in action.

@nalurash2787 6 лет назад

I have that same Craftsman saw given to me by my grandfather. Thanks for making great videos. Take care

@Urbicide 3 года назад

I bought mine back around 1985/86. Paid $100 on sale.

@ndnman1787 6 лет назад

I have worked with the latest 3 generations of Skilsaw wormdrives. I must say, the gray tank is the best for ripping lumber into straight lines, The older RED is great for Cutting Rough Wood, the younger RED is the best for Precision cuts and All-Day use. My only problem is the tendency of the Saw Table breaking on the new RED. Right beside the blade in the front and next to the Rip fence opening. Skyhook permanently attached is the BEST idea so far from BOSCH. I thoroughly enjoy ALL your videos and your tips. Continue making videos, educate the World! Thanks

@secret0sounds 6 лет назад

Paul Atencio My new one's table cracked also, on my second and we'll see how long it lasts.

@ndnman1787 6 лет назад

I still have my first from '02 running strong, just changed the cord from 6' to 30'

@zrobotics 6 лет назад

Mechanic by trade, so I don't use a saw often enough to not have worn out the antique i inherited, but is that a common enough problem that there would be a market for an aftermarket steel table to replace cracked ones, or is the saw too much of a POS for that to be worthwhile?

@lordaleksandre 6 лет назад

Bosch sold the trademark. It's Chinese through and through now. FWIW.

@riverrat1149 6 лет назад

I have every saw he has on the table also.I hardly use the new mag.I pull it out for framing roofs.I never use my old mag anymore because the table is bent just from laying it down all day.My go to is a 1987 grey tank.It just feels good in my hands at cuts true.

@lukebrown4184 5 лет назад

I bought one, and it is very very nice. I leave the 60T finish blade on my sidewinder, and use this for all of my regular “rough” work. My first worm drive saw, and I love it.

@rightlanehog3151 5 лет назад

If you are right-handed, the logic of a worm drive will be immediately obvious.

@stephenarling1667 4 года назад

Same here. Keep the finish blade on my drop-shoe Milwaukee, the framing blade on my Skil 77.

@SweeturKraut 4 года назад

On this man's advice I bought one of these. Just got it in the mail yesterday. I've got a few big projects around my newly purchased home on the horizon. I told my wife this saw will pay for itself in the coming months.

@HandToolRescue 6 лет назад

You feed your family Skilsaws? ;)

@Scubadog_ 6 лет назад

It's what he uses to cut the sandwiches.

@brainstorm4207 6 лет назад

no, he feeds his family the LUMBER he cuts with the saw. I thought that was obvious

@HolzMichel 6 лет назад

they're quite tasty once you've acquired the taste

@dtrrtd774 6 лет назад

Particularly when you come from a long line of carpenter ants. Comedic license - yeah, they don't eat wood like termites, but termites are never funny.

@LocoAsasino 6 лет назад

HolzMichel lumber or sandwiches?

@jcs6347 6 лет назад

Hi, AVE sent me over and I subscribed, thanks!

@JoseHernandez-md1hg 6 лет назад

Ave is a great channel, glad he's getting recognition! Also just bought my first ever spt 67 skillsaw magnesium sidewinder a few weeks ago for a house deck project and well I can't wait to creat more projects with it.

@guyjones4936 4 года назад

I often find it fascinating who tools become regional. Up until I went to Colorado for a year, I had never even seen a worm drive Skilsaw. I grew up on construction sites, working with my dad, granddad and uncles. They all used direct drive saws. Heck, I had never even seen them in the tool stores here. Out west, every carpenter worth a damn has a worm drive saw. I own two corded direct drive saws and two cordless ones. They have never let me down, even cutting 6 x 6 lumber, but I can see the advantage of the power of a worm drive in some cases. Great video and I will be watching for the follow up video.

@clockbuilderhg 6 лет назад

About 10 years ago, Skilsaw moved production of their worm drives over seas and changed from a 13 amp motor(HD77) to a 15 amp motor (SHD77). I'm a bit leery of buying imported tools if I can buy American made instead, even if it means looking for a decent used tool. One of my reasons is that Milwaukee moved production of the Hole Hawg drill to China around 10 years ago. I've heard from too many people who used an old USA made Hole Hawg for 20 years, then bought a brand new China model and burned it up in a very short time. I bought a new HD77 back in 2006 and it was made in Chicago. A great saw. This past summer I wanted to buy a Mag77, so I ended up buying a very good condition used HD77M (USA made). I haven't heard of any major quality issues with the SHD77 saws but I preferred to look for a saw that I knew for sure was the best quality. Parts are still readily available too. I've heard a number of people remark that the old 13 amp Skilsaws had more power than the other 15 amp saws of the day so I have never had any problem with 2 less amps. I've never stalled a worm drive.

@davidhughes5369 5 лет назад

I was going to mention the Holehawg myself...We use them for mixing up cement coatings for faux rock coatings and they are almost impossible to burn up! You could mix it so tight it was almost like dry pack! The made in China ones don't even compare! We mix up like 60 55lb bags a day & the old Hawgs could do it all day every day! Change the brushes, maybe a new cord or the switch would start acting up cause it got too much coating on them. The China versions are smoking after 3 months!

@FromThe3PointLine 4 года назад

If you want a USA made worm drive saw, you should have just bought a Rigid brand, those are USA made

@bryaningle6034 2 года назад

I actually bought a display model Skilsaw a few years after they started making them in China. I already had two American made Mag77s but bought the third one anyway.

@jackbrennan3625 6 лет назад

I'm glad your going to take a look at the new one. After watching ave's video, I am very interested to see how it hold up. Here in chicago, you can get old ones on craigslist that are fairly affordable.

@rightlanehog3151 6 лет назад

His old saws were made in Chicago.

@ravenstarver1360 5 лет назад

These new ones are made in China... since about 2010

@royster432 5 лет назад

If you purchase one I would advise getting the HD77

@itchyego9 6 лет назад

ES: So happy you're building your new house AND filming it! Can't wait. I learn something new from you 'every step of the way!' Thank You! - Ken in Hawaii! Dec 2017 - Happy Holidays to You and Yours!

@Ibaneddie76 5 лет назад

My new favorite channel. Now I have to go get a new Skill saw, I've had mine for 25 years, it still works great but I like the looks of that new one.

@leonardorojas1781 5 лет назад

I simply love the design of this new Skill saw. I know when I get it imported to Peru, my coworkers will want to take pictures of themselves with the saw! Haha What concerns me the most is that the base could break "easily". I'd like to watch your review of it after used. Please leave a link to the video, it's been more than 2 years!

@rodavision 5 лет назад

Ave and Essential Craftsman are two of the best channels on RU-vid! I love that you gave a nod. Safety Squints On!

@natejm 6 лет назад

Love your channel. I try to take in as much as possible. When I started framing, we were using the dewalt direct drive saws, love that saw. Wouldn’t trade it for the world. I came across the Ridgid cordless saw, it was great for quick cuts in deck building where you didn’t need to set up cords and use the saw continuously all day long. Especially for rip cuts. Then we hired a guy who busted out a Mag77. It was the first time I used a worm drive saw, and I fell in love with it. I love tools, and won’t give up my dewalt or my Ridgid, but I won’t hesitate to pick up a mag77 when I get the chance. Great video, thanks

@ungratefulpeasant8085 6 лет назад

I love the mag77. I made my living using one for a number of years. My old man who started working construction at the age of 13 has made a living for 50 years using the Skil saw daily. The Skil saw is a hell of a tool.

@joshrice2229 6 лет назад

Most enjoyable RU-vid channel, period!

@gramursowanfaborden5820 6 лет назад

eh, it's educational, relaxing and generally wholesome viewing with a genuine guy doing genuine stuff, but i wouldn't be absolutist like that.

@joshrice2229 6 лет назад

Well maybe you would not, but I would, LOL!

@gordonbenko8304 Год назад

Hey scott, my go to saw is the skill625 worm drive- smaller ,lighter than the 77 if you take the guard off you can put on a 7 1/4 blade on it. Not recommended for the novice. I’ve been doing it that way for over 30 years. I just retired with all my fingers.

@gordonbenko8304 Год назад

I forgot to mention the 625 is a worm drive

@jaredwaters4633 6 лет назад

Great review. I've been wanting to get one since your first mention of the MAG 77. I have a Milwaukee Circular Saw but I hate having the blade on the right side. I would like to give a wormdrive a go.

@rightlanehog3151 6 лет назад

Use the extra weight of the worm drive to your advantage. If you are right handed having the blade on the left side makes complete sense and you will wonder how you lived without it for so long!

@jordanbergmann4067 6 лет назад

Its all fine and dandy till youve gotta swing that worm drive above your head and make a cut on an eave return 25' up on a ladder.

@sammy2840 4 года назад

Love your stuff! If a guy doesn’t attach his wrench to the chord...he’s never lost one! Have my Dad’s SkilSaw (don’t use it!)! It must be 70 years old! He was a Master Carpenter and only used Skil and Craftsman! He’d cry today at the quality of today’s tools!

@christopherdeyoe238 6 лет назад

Wasn't too long after watching your top 10 ten vid that I was heading down the road and my 14 year old DeWalt circular saw decided to jump truck on the highway. I realized my partner was missing when I got to the job site. After backtracking with zero luck, I had to go make a purchase....doh. I remembered your top 10 and made the decision to buy Mag 77. What a beast! Absolutely love that tool....only thing, it is not the one in this video....it has a grey handle....anyway, thanks for the tip, Scot!

@trentdrummond3147 6 лет назад

hey, the two people I support on patreon in the same video! what are the chances!

@HogsHeadStudios 6 лет назад

Two outta three ain't bad ;)

@BrigT262 4 года назад

I went to buy one of these new version mag 77's. After looking into it, learned it's made in freaking china! No thank you!! Loved the MO TAB blip!

@steeveaddkins3755 6 лет назад

Love mine, although it hasn't been dropped yet. I love how light it is, that the carrying handle is fatter...although it doesn't enhance performance. I've been debating all week on getting another one. Excellent product.

@chriscaldwell7012 6 лет назад

Sir you are truly a craftsman. I enjoy watching your videos. I wish I had a mentor of your caliber when I was in the trades. My hat is off to you!

@DroneClipper 6 лет назад

Love your videos man! They don't make them like they used to, there are certainly some improvements, but cost cutting is pretty rampant, too. I don't see why they can't make something slightly pricier, like 20 to 25%, but that doesn't cut corners. Nothing worse than a tool breaking down because they are trying to save a few pennies on a small part. This is about power tools in general, not SkilSaw in particular.

@cottonmonroe3435 6 лет назад

Ave sent me over

@joecox310 6 лет назад

I figured the wrench would fall out after a few days but it's been in there for a little over year without falling out. I use it everyday all day long. The other end of the wrench also knocks out the piece in the blade pretty well too. Love the channel, keep those videos coming!

@user-ed5jh3ff6u 5 лет назад

Framed many years started with all metal skil now have latest LT as do all the carpenters that I know, this gentleman reminds me of a man I worked with for many years, tough, knowledge and genuine. Definitely a dying breed.

@ronniedennis9929 6 лет назад

Love the videos keep the good work up

@ThaiXLe 6 лет назад

Check the gear oil level! The new one I bought last month was so low that hardly any oil coated my pinky when I checked.

@arkansas1336 6 лет назад

I bought my worm drive Skilsaw in 1972 for $139.95+ tax, I nearly chocked! After using it for one day I wondered why I hadn't bought it sooner. After using it for 13 years (before going on to heavy construction) its still going strong....had to replace the switch one time. The new version, with extra degrees above 45* will help when cutting jack rafters, something I always had to compromise/accept on mine. I bet you'll like it! ....13

@recryption620 4 года назад

you sir are very knowledgeable i have worked in factories my whole life but i would have loved to learn under someone like you. true american craftsman

@NickelSpeedShop 6 лет назад

Thumbs up for the AvE plug!

@greenley77 6 лет назад

AvE! FTW Great channel

@colsoncustoms8994 6 лет назад

focus you phack

@JesseWright68 6 лет назад

AvE gets old in a big hurry.

@michelsimard1065 6 лет назад

greenley77 It shurely tchoutche's

@TVcarpenterGuy 6 лет назад

how dare you sir

@rickrudd 6 лет назад

Where was aVe? I missed it entirely!

@mats852 6 лет назад

I came here from AvE, and am so glad I did. Wonderful channel, can't wait to dive in.

@JS-DeepStar 6 лет назад

I bought a HD77 Commemortive Edition Skilsaw in 1988...The guys on the job site laughed at my golden saw, calling me the Man with the Golden Gun. Well I am still using that saw today. Been framing for 35 years with that saw at my side. Best tool I own. Love the Essential Craftsman, keep the vids coming...

@rightlanehog3151 6 лет назад

Your saw was made in Chicago. How often do you change the oil?

@JS-DeepStar 6 лет назад

about four times a year, using Skilsaw oil. Bearings are still tight and true and the worm shows no noticeable wear. This freaking saw is bullet proof.

@rightlanehog3151 6 лет назад

That's what I call a proactive preventative maintenance program. The funny thing is, the Skil brand lubricant is still made in the USA.

@JS-DeepStar 6 лет назад

I have used the Skil oil the whole time. I change it a lot because my saw is used 6 days a week. Production framing Monday through Friday and then at home on the weekends.

@rightlanehog3151 6 лет назад

That is a testament to a well-made, well-cared for tool. As someone mentioned in the comments, there were a couple of those Golden HD77s (still new in the box) recently listed on Craigslist Chicago but they have since been sold. I believe the asking price was $300.

@nocarebear8301 6 лет назад

Hahahah! Chrome don’t get you home! Been saying it for years!

@carlcox7332 4 года назад

My dad used to say Chrome won't build a home

@ravenstarver1360 5 лет назад

They made it in China... that was their idea of improvement. 1/4 the production cost = Same old price More profit for Chinese owned Skilsaw

@rightlanehog3151 5 лет назад

@L F Sad but true.

@rufuscrackle 4 года назад

@L F Skil was sold to Bosch bunch of years ago. They are not copies. They started making them in CHina when factory in my town closed. Quality is worse since as I was told the production is not automated like it was here. Quality here was fantastic

@Urbicide 3 года назад

I was looking at a Bosch SDS MAX hammer drill at a Menard's. The price seemed very reasonable, until I found the microscopic-sized "Made in China" hidden on the box. It did not come home with me. Black & Decker bought Porter-Cable, & shifted tool production primarily to China, with the better tools made in Mexico.

@robertwagner4375 5 лет назад

I purchased a Mag 77 because of this video. I used to think I sucked with a circular saw... then I used this thing of beauty... wow, what a game changer. Thanks for the review.

@brianharrigan8821 5 лет назад

Hello E.C. ! Been subscribed since you came aboard ! A definite plus for society as a whole ! Along AvE , two of the most insightful and entertaining presenters on the internet !! I have been in construction since '75', self employed 35 years, currently focused on residential Remodeling. I own every skilsaw model, most recently the Mag 10 .(China). Being left handed added some extra effort to it, but not that much ! Keep up the great production and look forward to house construction.

@marvincarvin1846 6 лет назад

Despite what Norm & Tommy might think, the SkilSaw77 is a framer's best friend. Still have my grey tank, although it has been demoted to concrete cutting. That happened in '87 when the brought out their gold 50th anniversary model. I bought two, with consecutive serial numbers. One is still in the box, and the other is my daily driver. Norm & Tommy don't know $hit!

@redsolocup3644 6 лет назад

Amen!!

@mfcfugg3081 6 лет назад

Hahaha I have the gold one too! It was still made in 'murica!

@itmeurdad 6 лет назад

Just curious, what did they say? I am a huge TOH fan and never realize they'd even addressed it.

@marvincarvin1846 6 лет назад

Not sure if they have ever said anything, but they always use sidewinders.

@rightlanehog3151 6 лет назад

It was made in the Land of Lincoln to be specific.

@TileNation 4 года назад

"They spent a lot of effort on appearance" it always grates on me too.

@JimLBon 5 лет назад

You and AVE are my top 2 forms of education/entertainment. Awesome plug!

@nordgrinder6119 6 лет назад

New Sub (thanks to AVE). Great video! Looking forward to coming back and catching up!

@timperry9036 5 лет назад

I died laughing when the wrench hit the floor. Love this

@samekhoff6152 6 лет назад

I have kept my wrench angled up for only a single year but it has stayed in without piping out as a carpenter using this saw daily. All in all great review. And 1 year does not mean it won't in the future

@Gunbuddiesofficial 5 лет назад

The wrench is still in mine, although my table cracked when dropped

@TechNiVoltisgr3at 6 лет назад

You were supposed to use an old skilsaw to open the new one

@dimik3855 5 лет назад

The Mag77 is also on special here in Quebec for under 200 bucks. Thanks for the review Scott. I'm just about sold on this tool, but first I gotta check out what AvE has to say. You guys make a man who loves his quality tools smile.

@rayeddy528 6 лет назад

Another great video Nate and Scott !!! Thank you all !!! Be safe my friends and God bless you and your families !!!!! Eddy

@hoilst 6 лет назад

Aw man. The Nice American Tradie and the Foul-Mouthed Canadian Engineer shout-out! I love the internet.

@TheSlywright 6 лет назад

Skookum choocher

@mr.winters1733 6 лет назад

Badger Love those hot suppers

@ph33lix 6 лет назад

Skookum as frig!

@chopperhead2012 6 лет назад

Skookumest choocher!

@jovosedlar 5 лет назад

whats a scookum please?

@toadamine 4 года назад

AvE said this one isn't skookum.. He said he was gonna start giving away Makita as wedding gifts instead due to the quality drop in these Skils.

@zachh3541 6 лет назад

I appreciate your videos so much. Thank you for continuing to put out a great product! You inspire me to do my very best in many aspects of my life.

@ChiefNonsense 6 лет назад

Already loved your videos, but when I found out AvE is also into you, I about fainted...

@mikeholt3545 6 лет назад

Most of the cost cuts are most likely inside i.e cheaper motor,bushings instead of bearings, sintered metal gears instead of machined so only time will tell

@rightlanehog3151 5 лет назад

AVE (Rated R) took one apart and found exactly what you describe.

@Urbicide 3 года назад

The saw looks like it is made in China. With the possible exception of their flagship worm gear saws, Bosch has turned Skil Tools into their discount power tool line. Black & Decker bought out Porter-Cable Tools, & did the same to them. Those are now made in either China or Mexico.

@altonbilyeu5114 6 лет назад

So glad you teamed up with Axe on this. Enjoy watching you both regularly. Keep up the good work

@sdrammm696969 6 лет назад

Nice to see that you take care of your tools and keep them after they are retired.

@ib4wp48 6 лет назад

i love this channel

@GeeKayKayGee 6 лет назад

AvE is the Cockford Ollie

@Nope99856 3 года назад

Loved my new mag, i’m a contractor. I’ve never lost the tool and I love having it on the saw at all times, and to me it was significantly lighter than my last mag. I put a prazi beam cutter on my old mag, I now use my dewalt flex volt worm drive “style” saw mostly now because its cordless and every bit as good as the mags but I still use my newer mag every now and then in the shop or if i need a second saw for some reason and obviously my old mag is now a beam cutter.

@goldenbergconstruction1656 6 лет назад

Good vid. I also admire that you can still pick the saw up and wang it around like a loaf of bread. I can't anymore.

@bubba2230 6 лет назад

Ive had the new one for a while im a framer wrench still intact and bench hasnt bent good tool

@ZamTheWorld 6 лет назад

Austin Jantz Yeah my wrench is still there after a year and my saw is always being used and tossed back in my truck bed box. I’ve never dropped the wrench out of the slot.

@asherdie 6 лет назад

Well you two are hobby carpenters, he clearly said a professional would loose the wrench.

@bubba2230 6 лет назад

grumpybill do you feel good talking shit on the internet cause you know youve never had a hard day work in your life so this makes you feel better ? Go somewere else with that

@bubba2230 6 лет назад

grumpybill ..... your still not cool bud

@asherdie 6 лет назад

Austin Jantz because you're not smart enough to catch his comment, or because you're bitch enough to feel attacked by mine?

@jamesstanlake4064 6 лет назад

Like you I am skeptical when a favorite tool is new and improved version of a tool. I am a 3rd generation craftsman with 50 years experience. My go to tool would be the router, in particular the Porter-Cable router. Thos routers in all and any form from the small laminate trimmers up to the 3 1/2 hp one are my choice for power tools. In today's world of big fish eats smaller fish and the global economy and toss in a less than healthy dose of liability concerns. I do not know just who owns the Skil Saw brand now but the Porter-Cable brand is now owned by Black & Decker. The Porter-Cable tool line is now a mere shadow of itself with many tools discontinued and others changed for some unknown reason and the grand daddy of them all for a non reason for safety.I received a recall notice from Porter-Cable a couple years ago with a offer to replace the entire base for the 3 1/2 horse router; why you say? The base was and still is made from cast metal but some liability nazi decided it was a electrical shock hazard. Their fix was to take the base and use plastic took dip on each handle on the base. I was born at night but it certainly wasn't last night. Routers are made to be held in your hands; not since the late 60's if my old memory doesn't fail me have not all electrical power tools been double insulated to eliminate the risk of electrical shock. Part of my gets a chuckle from this but any time a company makes a non essential choice like this at considerable expense makes the tool vounerable to being discontinued right out of existence. Enough of my rant and keep up the valuable content you produce on the channel.

@matthewshannon6946 5 лет назад

I love my pc routers but the Bosch 1604 was a BEAST.

@Urbicide 3 года назад

Porter-Cable went from "Proudly made in the USA" to being manufactured in either China or Mexico. It is sad.

@bobbailey4954 4 года назад

That was an excellent tool review can’t wait to see the follow up. And that Canadian you mentioned does in fact do a very very thorough job of picking a tool apart. I like it. keep on keeping on beetle Bailey from Phoenix.

@Irishmacwoof 5 лет назад

you should meet my dad its nice to see the older guys talk about there first circular saw. I remember my dads 9in makita spent so much time mounted upside down on a table working as a table saw.

@alanshelby5980 6 лет назад

I can still never understand way they put a 6 ft Cord on a saw . You can't cut a 8ft piece of plywood without the damn cord catching on the plywood 2 ft before you are done.

@wb5mgr 6 лет назад

Alan Shelby I feel certain it some ridiculous government regulation… If it were me all power tools like that would come out of the box with a 12 foot cord.