My Top 7 Miter Saw Tips for Beginners.

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My Top 7 Mitre Saw Basics for Beginners. Having a Mitre Saw in your workshop is one of those ‘must-have’ tools. For me, l use the mitre saw on practically every woodworking project l undertake. Having said that, it can also be one of the most dangerous tools in the shop so it must be given the respect it deserves.
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@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

G'day Folks. I love my Mitre Saw! It's over 12 years old....l use it on basically every project that l undertake... and is still cutting like a Demon! The mitre saw is one of those must-have tools that as well as being incredibly useful, it can be extremely dangerous so PLEASE take the time have a look at these tips. You'll be glad you did! Cheers 👍🇦🇺😁

@elgringoec 3 жыл бұрын

I know, I know, it says "for beginners". But I was curious. My oldest one is thirty years old, Makita. It's a heavy little bugger and rates a permanent roost in the shop. For portable units I picked up a Delta and habba frate sliding. Then I have some two dozen other types of saws tucked about here and there. Plus other cool stuff I've picked up over a lifetime. Nevertheless, I picked up a handy trick - that angle at the bottom of the stop block. I have a habit of wiping and/or blowing the deck clean between cuts so it hasn't been an issue that's called out to me before but no doubt it has to save me some cleaning effort. And your Australian mannerisms are a real hoot to us colonists here on the flip side. 😆 G'day mate!

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

@@elgringoec Thanks mate....really appreciate the feedback from a bloke who has some experience 👍 Have a good one 👍😁🇦🇺

@thinkr8142 3 жыл бұрын

Why not do tip 3 on tip 7 and put a line on the jig :-) Although I personally would not do it, it is good for many beginners...

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

@@thinkr8142 Yeah it's a good idea Peter 👍

@bviljoen980 3 жыл бұрын

Qàaà

@brendastorm1111 2 жыл бұрын

My 93 year old dad is a master carpenter. He thinks you're absolutely hilarious. He wishes all new woodworkers would watch you. Save a lot of ER visits.

@diyforknuckleheads 2 жыл бұрын

Hahahahaha....Hi Brenda....glad your dad likes the vids 😁 Thanks for watching 👍😁🇦🇺

@leprechaun7667 11 ай бұрын

Master Carpenter 🤦‍♂️🤣🤣🤣 Dude he's just a Carpenter albeit a good one maybe! I'm 65yrs a Carpenter I'll still outdo most......I'm no master! You'll always be learning and never master

@applejacks8160 24 күн бұрын

@@leprechaun7667 a “Master Carpenter” refers to the level of skill you are at, heck, you are probably a Master as well. Take the title with pride.

@jeffphillipssr4239 Жыл бұрын

After watching the video advert i was still skeptical. But when i finally downloaded the plans kzfaq.infoUgkxZF0EMnrujZvqHhGkxiz559uIABJWR9TG i was very impressed. The whole plan was just as you said in the video. Thank you very much. I now have a large and valuable collection for my woodworks. This is great!

@andresarroyo6596 3 жыл бұрын

You're like the teacher that a kid admired because you make learning fun! First time watcher, I'm hooked👏👏👏!

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Andres!!!!! Really appreciate the comment mate. 👍👍👍👍😁🇦🇺🎄🎄🎄

@debster1073 3 жыл бұрын

Same

@jonniringodingo 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely accurate assessment!

@rasheshshah6810 2 жыл бұрын

No Drama

@Mouse6677 2 жыл бұрын

Listen to this guy...IF I had Teachers like this I would of done a lot better in life 😝....So TOP TIP KNACKERS!!!!!!

@Daz555Daz 3 жыл бұрын

My bonus tip. If you are trying to cut a piece which is slightly too wide for your mitre saw, you can effectively increase the cutting width of your saw by placing your piece on top of another to raise it towards the wider part of the blade. For example - my small mitre saw has a 125mm max cut but if I place my piece on top of some 15mm board I can cut 140mm wide pieces comfortably.

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

👍..Good tip Daz! 👍😁🇦🇺

@markp8295 2 жыл бұрын

Great tip. Thank you.

@n40tom 11 ай бұрын

That is a great tip . Another thing that you can do is lift the front of the piece while the rear-end remains tight against the back fence. It might sound dangerous but I've done it hundreds of times. Just be careful

@chipperkeithmgb Ай бұрын

Yes saw norm do that

@the_teknomads 6 ай бұрын

This Gents enthusiasm is pleasantly infectious.

@diyforknuckleheads 5 ай бұрын

Cheers mate....thanks for taking the time to watch 👍😁🇦🇺🎄

@dianahardy5922 3 жыл бұрын

I love the way you've CLEARLY explained everything (and made it funny and memorable). I appreciate the professional quality of this video which I've used in the research for my new miter saw.😃

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

👍😁...Cheers Diana! Really appreciate the feedback and l'glad that l could help in some way 👍😁🇦🇺

@marydalrymple4237 3 жыл бұрын

I'm a beginner, thanks for the helpful tips. you crack me up!

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

👍😁..Cheers Mary! Glad you liked the vid 👍😁🇦🇺

@lorinewton1 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve been using my mitre saw for 5 years without knowing any of this! Thank you!

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

No worries Lori! Glad you found the video useful 👍😁🇦🇺

@vikasgrover1981 2 жыл бұрын

I am getting started in the world of miter saw woodworking but so far you are my favorite presenter. Great videos!

@diyforknuckleheads 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic! Thanks for that Vikas. Glad you find the videos useful mate 👍😁🇦🇺

@nicholascaldwell6079 3 жыл бұрын

First decent explanation of what a zero-clearance plate actually does that I’ve seen online.

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

That's great! Thanks for that Nicholas and for watching 👍😁🇦🇺

@nicholascaldwell6079 3 жыл бұрын

@@the_original_skytiger sadly yeah most videos seem to assume you’d already know

@speckulator7516 3 жыл бұрын

It also shows you exactly where the blade is going to cut. On most projects that is more important than a tiny bit of tear out.

@stewartbourke 3 жыл бұрын

Really great tip on the zero-clearance plate - so simple but effective. Really enjoy your delivery too...

@kellyjean4981 2 жыл бұрын

I have been binge watching videos on mitre saw jigs. They all look so fancy and need many extra tools to create them. Your ideas are simple and exactly what I need. Thank you for the great tutorial

@diyforknuckleheads 2 жыл бұрын

My pleasure Kelly! Glad you found the video useful and thanks for taking the time to watch 👍😁🇦🇺

@CrazyOneCanuck Жыл бұрын

The zero clearance and the tool to hold small pieces? That was the icing on the cake!

@diyforknuckleheads Жыл бұрын

👍😁...Cheers mate! Glad you liked it 👍😁🇦🇺

@wild_away 3 жыл бұрын

G'day Uncle Knacker! I moved to Australia 2 years ago from South Korea and am making career as a carpenter, and I'm learning heaps from your videos! not only carpentry but an aussie accent and a bit of sense of humor of uncle as well😂 what a beautiful educational channel! Keep up good work and appreciate it!

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks heaps S.C 👍🇦🇺🇦🇺 Great effort coming from Korea and getting stuck into carpentry....all the best with it mate! I'm sure you'll do really well 👍 Thanks for watching 👍🇦🇺😁

@jill-of-all-trades 3 жыл бұрын

Struth mate, that’s awesome! 🤣🤣🤣

@katlescraftpatch9605 3 жыл бұрын

안영하세요! I am learning Korean by myself at the moment. I hope you enjoy learning here in Australia!

@IsaKocoglu 3 жыл бұрын

Good on ya mate! 🇰🇷😁🇦🇺

@David_P132 3 жыл бұрын

Good luck to you in Australia.

@andrewpeterson7633 2 жыл бұрын

Only just started looking at beginner mitre saw projects, this one came up in the top 3. Since its based on Tips, this is a very essential video for those who are either accident prone, have issues with directions (do not like reading manuals or books) and finally to learn some super simple tips to make your life a lot easier, cheers mate!

@diyforknuckleheads 2 жыл бұрын

No worries at all Andrew! Thanks for taking the time to watch mate 👍😁🇦🇺

@TheDarkmanification 3 жыл бұрын

Just brought a mitre saw and am keen to get woodworking,. This video was easy to follow, warm amd funny, and informative without being patronising. Following! Thanks buddy!

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thank you H.M! Glad you found it useful and thanks for watching 👍😁🇦🇺

@MrManAmong 3 жыл бұрын

Got my first miter saw this summer and I love it. These tips were invaluable. Thank you!!!

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

No worries at all mate! Glad you found it useful and thanks for watching 👍😁🇦🇺

@DanielinLaTuna 3 жыл бұрын

Tip number 1-1/2: unless you have a good sawdust collecting system, a dust mask!

@jesuswasacarpenter 3 жыл бұрын

Your since of humor and overall vibration is so high! Thad bit with the red nail polish and calling out all your woodworking buddies by name = 😂😅👏

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

😂😂....cheers mate 👍🇦🇺😁

@f.demascio1857 2 жыл бұрын

I love your attitude. The accent makes it even more.

@diyforknuckleheads 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Cheers for that mate...appreciate the feedback and thanks for watching 👍😁🇦🇺

@tommyopdahl4604 2 жыл бұрын

That's actually the most useful tips I've ever seen 👍

@diyforknuckleheads 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Tommy! Really appreciate the comment mate 👍👍

@douglafferty7688 3 жыл бұрын

As a relative newbie to the usage and safety aspects of the mitre saw, I cant thankyou enough for sharing theses invaluable and intuitive tips. Thankyou again...brilliant vid!!

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Doug!...glad you found useful mate 👍😁🇦🇺

@andrebartels1690 2 жыл бұрын

Once again, your tips are good as gold. I especially love the jigs and hints for safe material handling 👍 I'd like to add one small tip: If you find yourself cutting longer pieces, like fence boards or such, place another support under the far end of your piece, so it won't fall down when the saw is through.

@diyforknuckleheads 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Andre and good tip too mate 👍👍😁🇦🇺

@christopherguiliano4104 3 жыл бұрын

You have the best Dad jokes! That was funny!

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

😂....Cheers Chris!....glad you liked it mate and thanks for watching 👍😁🇦🇺

@savagehadoken6828 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent advice mate and the dad jokes are epic, keep em coming 👍

@diyforknuckleheads 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers mate! Glad you liked the video and thanks for taking the time to leave some feedback 👍😁🇦🇺

@Richie5480 3 жыл бұрын

When they bring their hand across the saw, it’s called a cross cut, LOL 😆.

@thomasclarke8220 2 жыл бұрын

LOL, also known as amputate!

@wesleymallin9509 3 жыл бұрын

Once again you're a genius. I've been woodworking for years and never had need of a mitre saw other than rough cutting. Started doing finer work and was really disappointed with the accuracy of my new saw. This puts me back on track so I can get on and make the things in my head. Loving the presentation style and a no-nonsense approach. Top work fella.

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

👍.....Thanks Wes........appreciate the comment mate 😊👍

@ctrlaltdebug 2 жыл бұрын

I got a mitre saw first, and regret not getting a table saw first.

@buckmcdaniel8631 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tips. I just watched for maybe the third or fourth time, LOL.

@diyforknuckleheads Жыл бұрын

😂......Good stuff Buck 👍😁🇦🇺

@alesizzz1 Ай бұрын

Always enjoyable to watch your videos. Well done

@GardenKatt 3 жыл бұрын

I just started woodworking this year and have had all these issues. Thank you so much for your help.

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

No worries Kathy!...glad to help👍😁🇦🇺

@katlescraftpatch9605 3 жыл бұрын

Top job on this video Uncle Knackers! This is so informative. Love it!

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Katie! Glad you found it useful....appreciate the feedback 👍 Cheers 👍😁🇦🇺

@stephenquirke9466 3 жыл бұрын

You were the first diy guy I watched. Built a shed based on your advice and on your saw horses. Seven years ago. Where did that go. Great video uncle knackers.

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

Cheers Stephen and thanks for sticking around Soooooo long! Really appreciate the support mate 👍🇦🇺😁

@BombayPotnoodle 6 ай бұрын

So simple and so brilliant. Thank you :)

@G_Threepwood 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate, I learned a lot from this video. I'll definitely be making myself a zero clearance plate

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

No worries Max....yeah go for the zero clearance plate mate....makes world of difference! Have a good weekend 👍🇦🇺😁

@IsaKocoglu 3 жыл бұрын

Great tips KnackeeEeEEEeersssahhh! I am especially in love with the dowel and zero-clearance base and back! I have to go and make meself one once I get the shop up and running!

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

Cheers Isa! Give it a go mate....you'll be glad you did 👍 Thanks for watching 👍😁🇦🇺

@various6306 2 жыл бұрын

This is the Jim Henson of the DIYers

@wesman6445 2 жыл бұрын

I started watching this guy because he talks like an old video game I used to play on the Playstation 2. Ty the Tasmaian Tiger. Now I can't get enough. 👍

@thebasement7620 3 жыл бұрын

Great idea about the fence extension.. wish I had seen this a week ago would have made my project much easier -- well done..

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

Cheers Todd.....glad you liked it mate and thanks for watching 👍😁🇦🇺

@dagored4077 3 жыл бұрын

I love the Fame on the wall. 'Measure twice, cut once' Great video as always. Cheers!

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

Hahahhahha....yeah that frame is a little constant reminder for me Brian 😂 Glad you like the video mate and thanks for watching 👍😁🇦🇺

@justicekragiel 2 жыл бұрын

This one earned you a follow. Bought my first miter saw today and all of these tips will come in handy. Thank you!

@diyforknuckleheads 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks J.K. and good luck with the Miter Saw 👍😁🇦🇺

@wiredawg2005 Жыл бұрын

Outstanding tips, thanks for posting!!!

@gwarlow 3 жыл бұрын

The 45 degree notch in the stop block: shear genius. Cheers.

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Gordon 👍👍

@JustAnotherConspiracyTheorist 3 жыл бұрын

That was my favorite.

@spuds6423 3 жыл бұрын

@@diyforknuckleheads how did you make it???🤔🤔🤔🤔

@Sparkykab 3 жыл бұрын

Loving the channel, this video has helped me decide I need to buy a Mitre - great tip Knackerrrrrrrrrsssss!!

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

Good stuff Kev!...go out and get one mate..they're awesome 👍🇦🇺😁

@n40tom 11 ай бұрын

Thank you I am going to make that hold down jig soon as I finish my coffee.

@diyforknuckleheads 11 ай бұрын

Good stuff mate! 👍😁🇦🇺

@bobketteringham4779 Ай бұрын

I am a beginner woodworker at 71 years old. Your tips are a great aid. Thank you!

@diyforknuckleheads Ай бұрын

Thanks Bob! Glad you found the video useful mate and thanks for taking the time to watch 👍😁🇦🇺

@jessemiller8818 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this one! My brother-in-law just asked me if I wanted his old Miter Saw! Perfect timing.

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Great timing Jessie 👍🇦🇺😁

@jamishep 3 жыл бұрын

Great tips Shane. When someone with 20 or 30 years of experience gives tips on their tools of trade, smart people listen! I listened AND took notes 😆

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

Smart man Jamie 😁.....Thanks for watching mate 👍🇦🇺😁

@jamishep 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Shane, wish I could return the favour, so if you ever need tips on how to manage an acutely psychotic violent offender, flick me a msg 😁

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

@@jamishep 😂😂...no worries mate...will do 👍👍

@martyquisenberry1740 2 жыл бұрын

excellent illustrations combined with wit and humor. demonstrations very helpful, practical

@diyforknuckleheads 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Marty! Appreciate you taking the time to watch mate 👍😁🇦🇺

@simonefuller421 2 жыл бұрын

Got a mitre saw for my 50th, this video couldn’t have come at a better time. Thanks so much, so clear and well explained.

@diyforknuckleheads 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Simone...glad you found the video useful and congrats on turning 50! 🍾👍😁🇦🇺

@XAnonymousGuyX1 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve got a 12” dewalt miter saw that’s about 10yrs old and also done thousands of cuts. Still going strong. They’re great machines.

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah they're an awesome machine mate 👍👍😁

@jakedominguez-street 2 жыл бұрын

I've been a wood butcher for 18 years or so. Still found this very entertaining. And learned a thing or two. Thanks. You are appreciated. Be blessed 🙏🏽and know love ❤

@diyforknuckleheads 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Jake! Appreciate you taking the time to watch mate 👍😁🇦🇺

@jamesslack7259 3 жыл бұрын

You are brilliant, thanx so much from your new mate across the pond... I just bought a miter saw that I will receive Saturday and you taught me to use it well right out of the box. I’m building a tiny house.

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thanks for watching James and good luck with the Tiny House. I'd love to build one of those. So many fantastic ideas out there 👍😁🇦🇺

@andrewrice2820 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely genius mucka,,,great tips delivered with a great sense of humour,,, thoroughly enjoyed so well done indeed !!... :)

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Andrew....really appreciate the comment mate 👍. Have yourself a great weekend👍🇦🇺😁

@specialk6984 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, that nail polish excuse helped me out loads. Now if you could just come up with a reason I've got lipstick and high heels in my tool box I'd be in the clear!

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂.....I'll look into it mate 👍😁🇦🇺

@specialk6984 3 жыл бұрын

@@diyforknuckleheads 😂 thanks.

@debster1073 3 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂😂😂😂

@davidgriffith912 3 жыл бұрын

Too many secrets ha

@adamwilks 3 жыл бұрын

I always say the lipstick is for marking where the door catch hits the door frame, when morticing the strike plate. 😂

@SethWilcock Жыл бұрын

Incredible tips! Thank you! 👍

@diyforknuckleheads Жыл бұрын

👍😁...Glad you liked them Seth 👍😁🇦🇺

@anthonygreen9609 3 жыл бұрын

Another brilliant and very useful video.

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Anthony!....appreciate the comment mate 👍🇦🇺😁

@jill-of-all-trades 3 жыл бұрын

You bloody beaut mate. Great tips. Thx! (It’s a “sliver”: Snakes slither but miter saws sliver.)

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

Hahahahahaha...yeah,.....bit of a faux pas there....Got my "ithers" mixed up with my "ivers" 😂 Thanks for watching 👍🇦🇺😁

@jill-of-all-trades 3 жыл бұрын

DIYForKnuckleheads 🤣🤣🤣

@hjnPhilly31 3 жыл бұрын

Bonus extension fence tip: If you have a spare speed square, you can just use that as the stop block on your extension fence.

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

Spot on!....thanks mate....great tip 👍😁🇦🇺

@davidelliott5843 3 жыл бұрын

A 1cm batten glued you your stop block let’s it sit on your extended fence. Much easier to clamp in place.

@FirstLast-om8li 3 жыл бұрын

@@davidelliott5843 yeah that's what I do just use one of those quick clamps to clamp the square to it. EDIT: oops meant @OP

@chubbinator35 2 жыл бұрын

I just use the clamp as a stop block...

@ChubbyUnicorn 2 жыл бұрын

very helpful! that 45 degree cut on a stopblock tip is priceless!

@diyforknuckleheads 2 жыл бұрын

No worries at all mate! Thanks for watching 👍😁🇦🇺

@bwielgus 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliantly clear explanations ... both verbally and visually.

@diyforknuckleheads 2 жыл бұрын

👍😁...Cheers Ben....really appreciate the comment mate and thanks for watching 👍😁🇦🇺

@rjserra5535 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the good ideas. I did not read through the comments below, but just in case no one suggested it I thought that I would mention the following: 1) You could improve your vee block for holding round dowels by gluing sand paper on the flats inside the vee. 2) When cutting the angle at the bottom corner of the stop block cut it at a compound angle so that the face of the cut is chamfered away from the fence. (I would suggest 60° to a sharp leading edge on the angle cut.) This would direct sawdust away from the fence as you slid the next piece of wood into the stop. It will save you from huffing and puffing as you make successive cuts. G'day from up here in the Northern Hemisphere.

@diyforknuckleheads 2 жыл бұрын

G'day R.J 👍 Great ideas mate.....l'll have to implement those 👍 Thanks for watching 👍😁🇦🇺

@suziemack7269 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for these great tips. I recently got a saw and am a bit scared when using it, but these tips have been great. (New subscriber!)

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Suzie!....glad to help👍 Thanks for watching and for the Sub!.....much appreciated 👍😁🇦🇺

@someguyontheinternet- 3 жыл бұрын

Being scared of a powered saw means you're much more intelligent than some of the guys I've worked with.

@anthonyash3103 9 ай бұрын

Great information. Thank you.

@jodumbletonindependentscen9107 3 жыл бұрын

Love your videos! As a beginner woodworker and currently obsessed with my mitre saw, your tips are fantastic! Off to make myself a zero tolerance fence now to stop the dreaded tear out. Thank you!

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

No worries at all Jo!....Glad l could be of some assistance....thanks for watching and good luck with the Zero Clearance Plate 👍😁🇦🇺

@PMA85H 3 жыл бұрын

Good tips, but I would point out that, when using a stop block, ALWAYS hold the workpiece on the same side as the stop block. If you don't you are creating a pinch point between the blade and the stop block.. Doing this eliminates the need for waiting after every cut because the waste side of the lumber is free to move away from the blade unhindered.

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

Good point Joseph but sometimes the piece is to close to the blade to safely do that 👍 Thanks for watching mate and for the constructive feedback. Cheers 👍😁🇦🇺

@budtox5144 2 жыл бұрын

Like he said, If you wait for the brake to kick in and the blade to stop before you lift the saw up its always pushing the piece against the fence. So as long as its not twisted its not going anywhere.

@martvogt7019 2 жыл бұрын

? New to chop saw use, but could you push the piece that is in your left hand against the side of the blade while the teeth are below it to act as an additional brake to stop the blade which would lessen the time before one could lift the stopped blade safely?

@pearljam_1 6 ай бұрын

@@martvogt7019 Once you pinch the blade, regardless of where the teeth are, it can send pieces flying. The friction against the sides of the blade is what causes the pieces to be thrown, not the teeth.

@AllThingsMech Жыл бұрын

Great video. FYI, these are called miter saws here in the states as well - the term "chop saw" typically refers to a metal cutting saw with an abrasive wheel. I've never heard anyone here use the two names interchangeably, although I'm sure it happens.

@diyforknuckleheads Жыл бұрын

Thanks mate....appreciate the feedback 👍😁🇦🇺

@davejohnson5278 5 ай бұрын

I only knew it as a chopsaw until I went to purchase my own. While shopping for one, I asked about the pros and cons of the different brands of chop saws. Fortunately, the guy I was talking to was an old woodworker and knew I was talking about a miter saw. Most new, younger woodworkers, I think, only know it as a miter saw.

@luisbernardez4853 Жыл бұрын

You're one hell of a teacher my good man!!

@diyforknuckleheads Жыл бұрын

Cheers Luis....appreciate the feedback mate 👍😁🇦🇺🎄

@randyedgar1968 3 ай бұрын

You are fun to watch and are a great teacher.

@diyforknuckleheads 3 ай бұрын

Thanks Randy! Appreciate the feedback mate 👍😁🇦🇺

@rabie4x4 3 жыл бұрын

An old carpenter once told me the original term was "shop saw" as these were commonly found in wood working shops rather than out in the field like more portable circular saws. Along the way a lot of people, (including me), just started calling them "chop saws" for some reason.

@markbrowning4334 2 жыл бұрын

I've always heard "chop". It makes sense. You're chopping off a section of product.

@johnluther161 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for putting safety first in your videos! Hearing protection and Glasses are so often neglected in these DIY videos. I loved your jig in tip number seven for holding small pieces near the blade. I have unsuccessfully tried several variants of “holding sticks” and look forward to trying your version. BTW - Do you have to tune your miter saw to maintain a perfect 90 degree vertical and horizontal cut ie., no bevel and perfectly square? Thanks for the video! Well done mate!

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks John!....appreciate the comment mate. I think l've been lucky with my saw....l've had it for a long time and have never had the need to adjust it for square. Have a good one mate 👍😁🇦🇺

@paultavener825 3 жыл бұрын

Very useful and presented with great humour

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Paul. 👍🇦🇺😁🇦🇺

@lsieu Жыл бұрын

I REALLY appreciate this video. I just bought my first compound miter saw. All of these tips are wealth of the right kind of information! Thank you!

@diyforknuckleheads Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Thanks fir watching and for the feedback 👍😁 Good luck with the new saw 👍😁🇦🇺

@lsieu Жыл бұрын

@DIYForKnuckleheads Thank you! I'm headed for Home Depot tomorrow to buy wood for the fences. I especially liked the advice about preventing tear outs. ..now...where did I put my red fingernail polish?

@diyforknuckleheads Жыл бұрын

@@lsieu Good luck with fence....and the nail polish! 😁 👍

@JuiceBanger1 3 жыл бұрын

Ohhh, a removable zero clearance plate by setting on. Never heard this one b4

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

Yep 👍👍 Thanks for watching mate 👍😁👍🇦🇺

@jriis2010 3 жыл бұрын

Again another excellent video for an absolute beginner wood worker as myself. How on earth did you come up with the corner cut on that stop block. Great tip !! :-)

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jan 👍👍 Glad l could be of assistance mate......the corner cut came from trial and error 😊 Have a good one 👍🇦🇺😁

@rladublin1 6 ай бұрын

I just bought a mitre saw and am so glad to have found your videos.

@diyforknuckleheads 6 ай бұрын

Excellent! Good luck with the new Mitre Saw 👍😁🇦🇺

@ahmetalizebrs 2 жыл бұрын

that 45 degree trick is just priceless , thank you SIR!

@DadcraftColorado 3 жыл бұрын

I'm from the US and I call it a mitre saw!

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah l've heard you guys use both terms so l thought l'd better Chop Saw in.....people can be pretty picky on KZfaq 😂

@emceeboogieboots1608 3 жыл бұрын

But you spell it mitre not miter? Are you really from the US! Or is your spell checker set to UK English 😁

@johnbiggscr 3 жыл бұрын

I’m totally new to woodworking but looking at that dowel jig I wondered if it would be worth making it kind of like the zero clearance plate. I thought I saw ripping on the dowel so could you have a longer jig to rest the dowel in, with a channel cut into it half way along, that goes below the join of the V, to lessen ripping and to hold the dowel piece you just cut? Would that work or am I missing something?

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

Na that sounds like it would work John.....good tip 👍🇦🇺😁

@LeeVitout 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I just bought my first Miter saw and this has saved me a lot of question asking and Google searching, especially loved the 45° cut off advice for the bottom of the stop block. Hoping to build a large shed/workshop for the back garden, so the tip on extending the fence for longer cuts was greatly appreciated too.

@diyforknuckleheads 2 жыл бұрын

My pleasure mate! Glad you found the video useful 👍😁🇦🇺

@antoniowade3318 Жыл бұрын

Outstanding video, I really enjoyed your humor and safety protocol .. Thanks again, Wade Out.

@diyforknuckleheads Жыл бұрын

No worries at all mate! Glad you found it useful and thanks for taking the time to watch. Cheers 👍😁🇦🇺

@Kunfucious577 3 жыл бұрын

There is so much common sense problem solving in home improvement. Im constantly say,"duh?" to myself.

@kuffyswoodwork 3 жыл бұрын

I've lost count of the number of people I have threatened with instant dismissal from work (building roof trusses) because they are crossing their arms up as demonstrated in tip No. 2. They won't lose a thumb or a tip of a finger, they'll lose half their bloody arm! They insist on using their dominant hand to control the saw and pull the trigger. An explanation of what will happen to their arm along with the threat of dismissal is the only thing that stops them.

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

Kuffy, when l was a young bloke in the 80's we did a shit load of house frames around Sunbury and Taylors Lakes. Back in the day all the frames were stick frames so we had a guy come in to cut the studs. He was a professional who cut studs 8 hours a day, every day and that's how he used to cut!!!! It was mental.! Have a good one Mae 👍🇦🇺😁

@Jaji813 3 жыл бұрын

Most likely they are left-handed. I find myself doing it sometimes. The left-hander's struggle is real ya'll!

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

@@Jaji813 Being a left-hander Janette l know what you're talking about 👍

@LauraLea40 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome info. Just got a new miter saw and this helped me learn a lot. THANKS!!!

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome Laura! Good luck with the saw :-)

@nigeldavies8900 3 жыл бұрын

Been woodworking for a few years and that idea for a zero clearance is brilliant. Enjoyed the video and so good to see Aussie content.

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Nigel.....appreciate the comment mate 👍😁

@GotEmAll1337 2 жыл бұрын

That little 45° notch tip was brilliant!

@diyforknuckleheads 2 жыл бұрын

Works like a charm Austin 👍👍

@belvagriffin317 2 жыл бұрын

I absolutely love your video because you make learning fun.

@diyforknuckleheads 2 жыл бұрын

👍😁....Thanks Belva! Appreciate you taking the time to watch 👍😁🇦🇺

@heyjoe56 2 жыл бұрын

Just bought a mitre saw, why the hell I haven't till now is crazy. Great tips and a pleasure to view 👍

@diyforknuckleheads 2 жыл бұрын

Well done Joe!...You'll love it mate 👍 Thanks for watching 👍😁🇦🇺

@gordmills1983 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I’m now building my shop slowly… thanks.

@diyforknuckleheads 2 жыл бұрын

No worries at all Gord 👍 Thanks for watching mate 👍😁🇦🇺🎄

@amadri1221 3 жыл бұрын

Great tips!! Thanks for being clear with your explanations.

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

No worries Amadri! Thanks for watching mate 👍🇦🇺😁

@ecaff9515 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video and process. Thank you for sharing.

@diyforknuckleheads 2 жыл бұрын

No worries mate! Glad l could help...thanks for watching 👍🇦🇺😁

@randallriley9320 2 жыл бұрын

Very practical and great entertainment value too!

@diyforknuckleheads 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Randall! Glad you liked it mate 👍😁🇦🇺

@peternewman7940 Жыл бұрын

Sound advice and excellent safety. Saws don't take hostages.

@diyforknuckleheads Жыл бұрын

👍😁....Very true Peter....thanks for watching mate 👍😁🇦🇺

@jc3444 3 жыл бұрын

What excellent tips. Thanks very much.

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks J.C!...Appreciate the comment and thanks for watching 👍😁🇦🇺

@michaelh9096 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, extremely helpful

@diyforknuckleheads Жыл бұрын

No worries Michael....thanks for watching mate 😁🇦🇺👍

@julyseng5653 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Sir for the wisdom. I love your video.

@diyforknuckleheads 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks July! Glad you liked the video and thanks for the feedback 👍😁🇦🇺

@knightsway100 3 жыл бұрын

I’m 65 and you just learnt me stuff I never even knew. Brilliant video and well explained. 👌

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

👍....Really appreciate the comment Andrew 😁 Thanks for watching mate 👍😁🇦🇺

@briancraig9058 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!!! Easy watch and really useful tips.

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed and found the video useful mate 👍😁🇦🇺

@socrates2890 Ай бұрын

All brilliant tips ... thank you!!! 🏆🙌🏼

@diyforknuckleheads Ай бұрын

No worries at all mate! gLAD you found them useful 👍🇦🇺😁

@naysoeaung 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for tips. Super love it.

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

👍....Thanks mate 👍😁🇦🇺

@johnroth8275 3 жыл бұрын

Great tips. Thanks so much.

@diyforknuckleheads 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful John👍 Thanks for watching and for the feedback 😁🇦🇺👍