“Flush Cutting” means the blade literally slides on …
"Flush Cutting" means the blade literally slides on the surface and cuts protruding wood to that level - e.g., I've used it on many a stud poking out too far. Of course, you can cut above the "surface", as when shortening door-jambs because you are now installing ceramic tile. In such cases, this little gem of a tool is a God-send. I'm not aware of a competing electric tool, and although a manual saw could work in a pinch, this saw does a much better and faster job. The flush-cutting blades are quickly reversible, so you can cut right to left or left to right; depending on which is more convenient. Accessories include other types of blades, with rougher teeth or for ferrous metal (aluminum, brass, copper) cutting.
The 1640VS has no tool case.
The 1640VSK includes a [fair]case, a [lousy] miter "box" accessory, and several excellent clamps.
The saw is mainly for remodelers or serious do-it-yourself types, since it's a speciality saw you won't use every day. When you need it, however, you'll be mighty glad you own one. Highly recommended.
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I purchased this saw to cut back baseboards to accommodate new door trim. This saw saved the day! It quickly cut through 3/4" baseboard stock. The saw produces a very fine, accurate cut with very little chatter. The blade can be moved to either side of the saw body to satisfy right or left hand cuts. It is relatively quiet as well. This saw is the only tool I found that can cut baseboards (or other trim) without having to remove them. It enabled me to cut 28 baseboards in about 3.5 hours; try that with a back saw. I'd recommend it to anyone.
I really like this tool. It has a somewhat narrow range of applications. I wouldn't bother trying to use it to rip stock nor would I want to use it to do a lot of cross-cutting of 1" hardwood stock. Get a table saw and miter saw if you have those applications in mind.
What it excels at it is cutting trim stock. I've used it quite a bit to remodel some bathrooms in my house. As someone else mentioned, it's a life-saver when it comes time to undercut door jamb trim for fitting tile (or any other kind of retro-install flooring, like Pergo). After trying several other options (Fein multi-master, handcut), I was so happy to discover this Bosch saw. It made an otherwise unpleasant chore much easier. I would say that it paid for itself in this one task. It's also good for fitting trim stock in tight/unusual spaces (notching moulding around other millwork or fixtures). Gives a much better cut than a recip/jig saw.
I haven't had any problem with dull blades. I also have seen them for sale at the local orange big box home improvement store.
Recent comments by Orane
I've recently purchased this lathe and was very happy with it when I first received it however the flimsy tailstock and tool rest screws quickly became stripped with just moderate amount of torque to them. This proxxon lathe could have been the ideal small scale lathe if the company didn't cheap out when it came to building the tool rest and the tailstock. I am going to call the company and get them to replace the tool rest and the tailstock and then I am going to put this tool on Ebay and get rid of it for the Taig lathe. You can buy the Taig with a turners set up for a small price and the components will last a lifetime. Proxxon would have had a great product if they had not gone cheap on the tailstock and the tool rest. I am going to buy the Taig and I'm sure I'll be happy with it. The Taig has many available accessories for it also and the Proxxon does not. I wish Proxxon had done a better job with the making of the lathe and with the making of accessories for it. You can get the Taig lathe at the Lee Valley site ( Canadian site ). The Taig lathe has many available accessories that can be ordered and I think I will be much happier with it. I give it 4 stars because it would have been a truly great small lathe if Proxxon had put a little bit of effort into the materials that went into the tailstock and tool rest.
Gary R.
Hitachi 321373 Miter Saw Crown Right Side Molding Support for C10FSH and C10FSB
The crown molding vice and stoppers from Hitachi are a "Don't Bother". They are flimsy and small only about 2 inches of support to hold the crown molding in place. It's extemly hard to make 2 cuts the same. If you want to cut your crown molding standing up there are better options.
Hitachi 321374 Miter Saw Crown Left Side Molding Support for C10FSH and C10FSB
See my review for part number 321434. This accesory does not work.
Hitachi 321374 Miter Saw Crown Left Side Molding Support for C10FSH and C10FSB
The right and left crown molding support worked great. One reviewer said it does not work at all. He must have an older version of the saw because it attached to my saw with no problem and it was easy to adjust. My only complaint is the cost. The same crown molding support for a Dewalt saw is half the price.
Woodstock W1001 6-1/2-Inch Jointer Flange
A great way to reduce the amount of saw dust you need to sweep up.
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I really like this tool. It has a somewhat narrow range of applications. I wouldn’t bother trying to use it to rip stock nor would I want to use it to do a lot of cross-cutting of 1″ hardwood stock. Get a table saw and miter saw if you have those applications in mind.
What it excels at it is cutting trim stock. I’ve used it quite a bit to remodel some bathrooms in my house. As someone else mentioned, it’s a life-saver when it comes time to undercut door jamb trim for fitting tile (or any other kind of retro-install flooring, like Pergo). After trying several other options (Fein multi-master, handcut), I was so happy to discover this Bosch saw. It made an otherwise unpleasant chore much easier. I would say that it paid for itself in this one task. It’s also good for fitting trim stock in tight/unusual spaces (notching moulding around other millwork or fixtures). Gives a much better cut than a recip/jig saw.
I haven’t had any problem with dull blades. I also have seen them for sale at the local orange big box home improvement store.
“Flush Cutting” means the blade literally slides on the surface and cuts protruding wood to that level – e.g., I’ve used it on many a stud poking out too far. Of course, you can cut above the “surface”, as when shortening door-jambs because you are now installing ceramic tile. In such cases, this little gem of a tool is a God-send. I’m not aware of a competing electric tool, and although a manual saw could work in a pinch, this saw does a much better and faster job. The flush-cutting blades are quickly reversible, so you can cut right to left or left to right; depending on which is more convenient. Accessories include other types of blades, with rougher teeth or for ferrous metal (aluminum, brass, copper) cutting.
The 1640VS has no tool case.
The 1640VSK includes a [fair]case, a [lousy] miter “box” accessory, and several excellent clamps.
The saw is mainly for remodelers or serious do-it-yourself types, since it’s a speciality saw you won’t use every day. When you need it, however, you’ll be mighty glad you own one. Highly recommended.
I purchased this saw to cut back baseboards to accommodate new door trim. This saw saved the day! It quickly cut through 3/4″ baseboard stock. The saw produces a very fine, accurate cut with very little chatter. The blade can be moved to either side of the saw body to satisfy right or left hand cuts. It is relatively quiet as well. This saw is the only tool I found that can cut baseboards (or other trim) without having to remove them. It enabled me to cut 28 baseboards in about 3.5 hours; try that with a back saw. I’d recommend it to anyone.