Milescraft 1409 Track Saw Guide

Update to post: Have had the Miles craft guide for a few months now and recently decided to swap it onto a more powerful saw, namely Metabo HPT 36v 7 1/4 (most recent model with torque boost). I was initially concerned about the zero clearance strip and whether I would need to buy another. Had zero issues swapping over to my Metabo-cuts were square after getting the saw settled in the guide. Just like with my Kobalt it glides smooth on the track, definitely recommend using a 36v/40v with the guide. The additional power output is certainly noticeable and makes long rip cuts a breeze for me. I did pick up one of their track squares since my initial buy and it has been invaluable. Makes getting everything squared up a breeze. Also highly recommend the Milescraft Track Guide Rail Mount by HuntingBuilds on Etsy - they're nice wall mounts for the tracks that make storing the tracks/clamps/square easy. Plus it's only $17/2 std mounts. I keep my clamps plus square in the track guides and have no issues storing the track using the mount. It keeps the track out of the way especially useful if you have limited room. +Added a couple pictures ---------------------------------------------------------------- I was looking at my options for either a guide system or cheapish track saw, I am more a DIYer using this for remodeling projects at my house. If I wanted a decent track saw I was looking at 3-400 + batteries/accessories, but since I already had a spare Kobalt XTR 7 1/4 saw w a couple 8Ah batteries that I could dedicate to a guide setup, I opted for a guide system and landed on the Milescraft based on my research (seemed to be the most accurate and reliable). I paid 100 for the kit, after receiving the item I found everything packaged well, each item was protected to ensure no shipping damage. Item quality is phenomenal for the price, track is solid and has held square, saw base plate also well built, nice metal construction, clamps work well and hold tight to the material. With everything unboxed, setup was simple, just follow the directions to get setup for your clearance cut. Clearance cut went fine, no issues, so I decided to make some test cuts to get a good feel for the system. Made several cuts on relatively thin material, cut was nice and smooth, no deflection or tearout on my wood. Saw glides effortlessly on the track throughout the cut, have had no issues plunging into material either. The only con (and it really isn't even a big issue at least for me), dust collection is not great - hooked up to my extractor and I will still leave a lot of saw dust on the tracks. I expected this but just wanted to throw it out there so folks know. Aside from that no cons from my POV, for 100 I have a pretty darn accurate track capable saw. I plan to mount it permanently with some epoxy to reduce the chance of it loosening and reduce the risk of introducing more play. I will be snagging one of their squares for the track though, even with that added expense still much cheaper than buying a dedicated track saw. If you are a DIYer and need something to make straight cuts or breakdown material, 💯 recommend this system. Great build quality, easy to set-up and use, and simply put it does what it's supposed to do.

Unpackaged and set up in less than ten minutes. First cut went straight and true. Used it with an old skill saw.And couldn't be happier. The seams where the rails join together aligned perfect first time no issues there. Built quality seems quite well.And it looks like it should last for a good long time. This works well for putting a straight edge on lumber from my sawmill and easier to use than a jig on the table saw.

I had been wanting a track saw, but being a DIY'er I couldn't justify the expense. I had to remodel a kitchen island and needed the flexability that my table saw couldn't provide. I looked at the Kreg accucut, but decided to go with the Milescraft due to the aluminum construction and adjustability of the sled in the track. Setup was easy on my corded Dewalt saw and this was a huge timesaver for my project. The build quality of this tool is excellent. I highly recommend this guide if you are looking for an affordable alternative. The only thing I have seen mentioned as a negative is the lack of plunge cutting. With my saw, I was able to perform plunge cuts because the lock on the saw is in a location that allows me to access is to lock the saw when the proper depth is achieved. Not perfect, but something that can probably be easily overcome.

I'm a carpenter by trade. Have been using straight edges, clamps, measure, allow for blade distance, etc for years. It worked. And about as accurate as my day might be going at the moment. Have tried the Kreg Accucut, Rip guides, and the like. Have priced out "real" track saws, and wondered how I might justify such cost for no more than I might use them. Enter the Milescraft 1409 track saw guide. I've watched several of the "tool guys" on YouTube review it, and have used other Milescraft jigs in the past with good success. So, for just over $100, I figured it was worth a risk. First things first. Decide what, exactly, you want a track saw for. For me, I'm going to use it for breaking down sheets of plywood, trimming doors, and the like. Square cuts in other words. Dust collection isn't going to be a big deal for me as most of that type of work I will do outside anyway. I don't anticipate doing bevel cuts either, so I can work around that if the need arises. Why do I mention all of that? Well, if you want good dust collection, bevel cuts, and (something I didn't mention) plunge cuts, spend the extra money and get into a decent (if not top of the line) track saw system. Pros: Kit was shipped in a box within a box, which is important for a tool like this. Well protected. The actual box all the parts came in had Styrofoam dividers, and cushions between the tracks to protect everything from being scratched. Directions are pretty straight forward - with one exception I'll address in the cons - and easy to follow. Parts are all good quality aluminum, well machined. Tracks mount square, and the connectors that hold them together hold them nice and tight. The plate that the circular saw sits on has ample clamping and flexibility to accept either one of the two saws I have. From unboxing to assembly and calibration took me about a half hour. Follow the directions, you should have no problem with getting things right. With one exception ... Cons - Milescraft includes 4 round hard neoprene/plastic bumpers designed to take the play out of the track to saw plate play that inherently exists. Wonderful idea. And they don't include the instructions for how to install them. Glaring error, imo, and why I took off one star overall. Pretty important thing, imo, to ensure accuracy on this tool. Figuring out how to use them actually took me more time than unboxing and assembly frankly. The other issue I have with these bumpers is that they aren't thick enough to put in a staggered configuration (which I figured was the best way) because of the way the channels on the extruded aluminum tracks are designed. They only engage one side. I was on a jobsite when I assembled this so I made it work, but I think I'm going to get some washers (screws holding the bumpers in place appear long enough) and try to extend two of the bumpers down to engage the shorter side of the channel. Still, for as well thought out as this kit seemed to be, imho, they didn't think this one through completely. The other con I found on this - and kind of figured going in - is you have to decide to either dedicate a saw to it and leave the plate on all the time, or come up with a way to attach a stop so that you don't have to re-calibrate any time you remove the saw. There is a stop for the front of the saw, and the back of the saw, but not one for the inside of your plate (left to right adjustment, iow). Having read other reviews and watching video reviews, I already knew that though. It is worth reiterating. One other thing, only right hand cut saws will work on this set-up. Use - Having assembled and calibrated, I was ready to cut. I would suggest (and the directions suggest it as well) to make a practice cut with it before you jump right in and make your dimensional cuts. This thing is accurate if you follow the directions and take care to make sure everything is tuned before you put it to work. I was using it on white melamine shelving material (slick surface stuff) and the few cuts I made as tests to see how well the rubber on the tracks held it in place did well. The included clamps (proprietary to Milescraft's track, btw, don't know how well - or if - dovetail style clamps would work) slide easily in the track slots and were easy to use. I set the track down on my line, and the cut landed right where it's supposed to. Can't ask for much better than that. I had a 24T framing blade in my saw, and there was minimal to zero tearout on the melamine - which is a big deal, melamine tears out easily in my experience. I have no doubt this will work well on plywood, or wider hardwood dimensional lumber in like fashion. Overall - Impressed. I will be ordering the 1408 extender tracks to rip 8' sheets of ply. The connectors hold the track pieces tightly, and squarely. Since I own multiple saws already, I can dedicate one of them to this plate and set it up so I can remove if necessary and put back in place quickly - with some modification. Everything you need comes with the kit. Great value, imo. I figure with the extenders, a few mods, and the fact I already have two saws, I'm into a track saw setup for right at $200. For a frugal pro like myself that's a good deal. This kit is perfect for the avid DIYer who doesn't want to spend $400+ on the Big Boy brands. As with any tool, just make sure you tune it before using it.

Good quality product. Easy to,use.

This is a great alternative to purchasing a dedicated track saw. I have tested it with both my corded 7" DeWalt and a cordless 6" to summarize my feedback over the span of over 100 cuts: Pros: + The rails are easy to connect and align before using the provided blade alignment plate to place your circular saw onto the base. + The tracks are straight and sturdy enough. + The tracks are grippy to prevent sliding on the material being cut. + Included clamps are a big bonus but not always necessary to use. + Overall great build quality and attractive price-point. Cons: - Not a fault of the product but in most cases (with most circ saws), you can't expect dust collection as with a dedicated track saw. - Both the saw cradle and track have a few sharp edges, careful when transporting not to scratch or dent your walls/car. - While the guide bushings are advertised as an optional feature, I highly recommend installing them regardless; it will greatly improve cut accuracy when you are maxing out the span of your rails, otherwise the saw cradle can wander off course every so slightly - Connecting more than two rails at a time introduces a bit of flex, use more caution when handling and transporting them. A longer, optional rail would be nice! - Ensuring the saw blade is parallel to the cradle can be somewhat finicky. I was aiming for maximum precision and it took a little bit of back and forth, possibly due to user error.

excellent value for money, did the job I wanted, be careful with the tension on the fixings

El artículo está hecho de buena calidad y resistente. Viene en dos partes la guía. En caso de que se requiera, solo ensamblas las dos partes para crear una guía relativamente larga. Los cortes salen muy derechos, lo cual me tiene muy satisfecho con la compra. Hay otras guías similares pero con materiales de plástico y eso fue lo que no le gustó de las otras. Esta es hecha con aluminio las guías y la plantilla para la Sierra Circular. Cuenta también con dos prendas para sujetar las guías a una mesa de trabajo. En resumen, vale la pena cada peso que vale el artículo. 100% recomendado. 😉👍

je l'ai acheter suite a une video youtube et effectivement belle qualitée Attention pas compatible avec les petites scies circulaires rioby et toute autre marques avec des formes exotiques.