MK Diamond 157721A BX-3 Brick Xtreme 13 Amp 14-Inch 1-3/4-Horsepower Masonry Saw

by MK Diamond

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

The uniquely designed BX-3 masonry saw was developed for the masonry contractor's needs for portability, durability and reliability. Lightweight and versatile, the MK-BX-3 Brick Xtreme (patent pending) weighs in at 65 lbs. and features a high torque motor capable of cutting a variety of masonry material. With dry cutting becoming the standard in masonry projects, the new Brick Xtreme addresses the need for enhanced cutting efficiency and performance on the job site. It features cast aluminum structural components and unique recoil spring for fast cutting. It includes a 14-inch Diamond Blade.

Specifications:

• Max Cutting Length: 16 inches
• Blade Guard Capacity: 14 inches
• Motor: 1.75 hp
• Blade Shaft Diameter: 1-inch
• Blade Shaft Speed: 2300 RPM
• Max Cutting Depth: 5 inches
• Voltage: 115 volts

Product Description

Portable block and brick masonry saw is powered by a high-torque, 1 3/4 HP, 115V 13 Amp motor with an exclusive filter to protect motor from dust. Comes with 14in. MK-BX10 diamond blade, 2 extra motor filters and rip guide. Folding stand Item#9996051 sold separately. U.S.A. HP: 1 3/4, Blade Diameter (in.): 14, Cutting Thickness (in.): 5, Cutting Length (in.): 16

Product Details

Product Manual [3.04mb PDF]

• Shipping Weight: 70 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00004XOFJ
• Item model number: 157721A
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #309,940 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Works great on retaining wall block, September 6, 2001

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John (Rochester, Mn United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: MK Diamond 157721A BX-3 Brick Xtreme 13 Amp 14-Inch 1-3/4-Horsepower Masonry Saw (Tools & Home Improvement)

This is a great saw for the serious do-it-yourselfer. I like its portability and fast cutting time. I dislike the amount of dust it puts out compared to a wet saw. At 65 pounds you can throw it in the trunk and take it anywhere. We have been using it on cast concrete retaining wall block. The original idea was to use it on the decorative caps, which had a 3" by 12" cross-section. However, it will get about 90% of the way through a block with a 6" by 12" cross-section if you want to split the big block. Cutting time through the 6" by 12" block was around a minute, answering my concern about the motor, which looked small. The surface finish is very smooth, to get rough faced cuts you will still need to split using a hammer and chisel or block splitter. Don't try to rig your own water system to the saw, the motor has an external filter and does not appear to be sealed. Dust may be a long term issue. You certainly want face protection, a dust mask, and hearing protection.

12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars New Saw ; A cut above the rest, May 23, 2001

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kevin (buffalo,ny) - See all my reviews

This review is from: MK Diamond 157721A BX-3 Brick Xtreme 13 Amp 14-Inch 1-3/4-Horsepower Masonry Saw (Tools & Home Improvement)

the new mk saw is awsome its light weight ;you can bring it up on the scaffold . it makes cutting in arches fun.it has all the powr you need . i cut soaps with ease.key stones and sills cut like a dream.i used to have to use the machine to unload the old target of the truck not any more. i can one hand it off the truck.i use it every day .i dont even make hammer cuts any more.any one thinking about buying one . should just go out and get one.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic saw!, August 1, 2009

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NanaSue (WI) - See all my reviews

This review is from: MK Diamond 157721A BX-3 Brick Xtreme 13 Amp 14-Inch 1-3/4-Horsepower Masonry Saw (Tools & Home Improvement)

We rented this saw for 3 weekends as we put in a decorative wall around the edge of our patio. It worked so well for cutting the tumbled stone that by the 3rd rental - when it rained most of the weekend, we were on the computer looking to see if we could just buy one. Too bad we hadn't done that after the 1st week, rather than paying all the rental fees. Needless to say we are extremely happy with the purchase & have decided to continue with a larger stone project next spring-a matching wall around the lower patio complete with an outdoor fireplace! Without this saw, he'd have never agreed to this. The only helpful thing you should know if ordering this saw from Amazon is it requires a signature on delivery. If we'd have known that we'd have saved ourselves & UPS a little trouble since we wanted it picked up & ready for use before the 3-day holiday weekend.