Hitachi C10FS 10-Inch Dual Slide Compound Miter Saw

by Hitachi

Product Description

Amazon.com Review

Think of the Hitachi C10FS as the Clydesdale of all the industry's sliding compound miter saw workhorses. It's tough, well built, and feature packed. One of the few saws on the market that bevels to both sides, the Hitachi lets you make compound cuts to the right or left without the hassle of transferring marks or repositioning stock--and the 10 amp motor is situated above the arbor to allow a wider cutting range. Unlike other top-heavy saws, the Hitachi remains well balanced and easy to maneuver--which, along with its smooth-operating blade guard, makes it a relatively safe saw to use. The saw's table allows a good miter range, swinging 57 degrees right and 46 degrees left, and the unique bevel and miter scale makes cutting crown molding a snap whether you're an expert or a novice.

We especially like how Hitachi's multi-V-belt soft-start transfer delivers power smoothly. The saw doesn't jump or buck on start-up, so cuts are generally safe and easy to keep true. The saw cuts 3-1/2- to 12-inch stock at a 90-degree miter, and at 45 degrees the saw handles a 9-inch cut. We also like that the Hitachi features adjustable plastic fences that give support when cutting small pieces close to the blade, but are a bit disappointed that the saw lacks a detent override, a mechanism that disengages the preset table settings and makes it easier to lock into angles close to 0 and 45 degrees.

No question about it, though, the Hitachi C10FS is a tough saw that easily stands up to the rigorous demands of the job site; ours survived a tailgate tumble with hardly a scratch. The well-designed bevel-locks and scales, nicely balanced head, and smooth operation make this a great tool whether you're a professional or a serious home improvement enthusiast. --Mark McDonald

From the Manufacturer

Reduce noise and recoil during start-up with the soft-start feature on this 10-inch saw. The saw is capable of cutting up to 4 by 4 inches at 45 and 90 degrees with a crosscut reach of 12 inches. The electronic speed control helps maintain rpm for constant cutting speed, and you'll get superior accuracy from the linear ball bearing slide system. Professionals will appreciate the right and left bevel cutting capacity and cutting-depth stopper for creating smooth grooves. Your saw purchase includes a slide fence, vise assembly, dust bag, and wrench.

Product Details

Product Manual [1.59mb PDF]

• Shipping Weight: 69.5 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B0000223L5
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: C10FS
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #594,894 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

76 of 78 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Hitchachi Slider near the top of the heap..., October 3, 2000

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Al Steiner (whitefish, montana) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Hitachi C10FS 10-Inch Dual Slide Compound Miter Saw (Tools & Home Improvement)

..But not quite there! I work in Montana building high end homes where a sliding compound miter saw is a must. We use them for both exterior and interior finish where tight tolerances are essential. We have the Hitachi, a Dewalt DW708, and a Makita LS1211. The Hitachi makes accurate, precise cuts and has a silky smooth sliding action. It is durable, and at 10 amps doesn't require setting up as close to the power supply as the 15 amp Makita or the 13 amp Dewalt. Most of the guys prefer it, but I am in the minority of 2 who do not. The reason is that the Hitachi has a cluttered miter scale that is very hard to decipher in the 25-45 degree range. Us older guys can't see anyway, and this makes it worse! It also is extremely difficult to make minute adjustments near the detent settings, a real drawback when making 1/32" to nothing adjustments on a cut piece. Both of these are significant drawbacks in my book, as we change miter settings regularly. The bevel indicator scale is also hard to read, and the tilt-lock design needs improving. However, the saw does not wander in the cut when cutting wide stock (with a competent operator), which the Dewalt is particularly prone to. I plan to upgrade soon, and will probably go with the new Makita 12". But the Hitachi is very common on jobsites in my area, and in our company there are at least 6 guys that own one. They love 'em!

55 of 56 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars smooth as butter, December 31, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Hitachi C10FS 10-Inch Dual Slide Compound Miter Saw (Tools & Home Improvement)

I've used all of the current slide saws on the market and this one is by far the most accurate, and feature loaded. The belt drive system is complimented with a soft start and electronic feedback feature which maintains the speed of the blade no matter what type of material your cutting through. It also has an exclusive feature called an ajustable chip guard which supports the material when you cut through it. So if your cutting small material you don't get any chip out because the material will not flex because of the support. It also allows you to pinpoint where the blade kerf will cut into the material, similiar to a laser set up, but more accurate. It also will cut through the same size dimensional lumber that a 12" blade will, but with more accuracy because the blade is smaller. It comes standard with a 40 tooth blade, bag, and vice clamp. Give this tool a try and you'll never want to part with it!

50 of 51 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Slide for the Times, April 19, 2000

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D. Brown (small town, Michigan) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Hitachi C10FS 10-Inch Dual Slide Compound Miter Saw (Tools & Home Improvement)

I've used this saw for a few years now, and more projects than I can shake a stick at. Prior to this purchase, I checked out the "Other Guys" top rated slide saws only to discover major dissapointments one after another. These other saws have 12 inch blades and I found them susceptible to 'blade wander', a real problem with all 12" blade saws. The C10FS is the first real solution to every craftman's ( ladies too! ) problem of accuracy and repeat-ability in a miter saw. The slide is smooth as it is pushed thru the stock to be cut. I've made half-lap joints in red pine 4x4's and they came out perfect every time. The slides themselves are easy to maintain, just wipe them with a soft cloth ** never used compressed air to blow them off - it will ruin the bearing bushing ** The ease of transport and set up can't be beat. In closing, it's simply the best sliding compound miter saw for the money. Great features, excedes every other saw on the market, priced right.