Evolution RAGE230 Multi-Purpose Circular Saw, 230 mm (230V)

AMAZON HAS NOW PUT THE WRONG PICTURE FOR THE CICULAR SAW FEATURED IN THIS REVIEW, SO BEAR IN MIND THAT ALL OF THE REVIEWS HERE ARE NOT FOR THE "FOR METAL" CHOP SAW PICTURED ABOVE.!!!!! I have several of the Evolution saw tools, so I knew what to expect as regards build quality and overall performance. However, the size and weight of this saw was a surprise once it was out of the box. It is much bigger physically, and heavier than the smaller 185mm model that I also have. I wanted this big saw to go through old fence posts with nails in, with the posts measuring about 3"x4" on occasion. This it does with ease and you don't feel any nails being cut if the blade hits any that are hidden in the wood. The smaller 185mm saw performs the same way, but it will not go through a piece of wood 3" thick in one go, as the depth of cut isn't deep enough. Hence my purchase of this bigger version. I have found the dust collection to be particularly handy for my needs, as I often cut wood in a shed. This means that the dust doesn't get thrown around your shed into all the corners etc., that are then awkward to sweep-up in afterwards. There is some dust thrown downwards by the blade itself, but compared to having it all blasted around the place (like most other saws) it is quite minimal really. The smaller 185mm version has the same feature. This saw comes in a big box of course, but there is no 'carry case' with it, so a plastic box off that other market place is on the cards I think, if I can find one big enough. The cable is of a generous enough length for my needs in a shed and the fence guide to keep the saw cutting in a straight line has two fastening rods too it, instead of the usual 'T' type of guide. I can see how the guide needs to be this strong, due too the general weight and power of this model of saw. There is also a laser beam line fitted, that runs off two AAA batteries (supplied) The laser line is good for 'free hand' cutting, where you cannot use the guide and I have found it to be accurate enough in use. However, it is always best to use a fixed guide of some sort for critical work that needs to be super accurate. There is no sideways torque 'kick' to this saw when it is started, unlike an old B&D plus saw I used to use years ago. I think the modern blades used are better balanced these days. It has been said by another reviewer that the side collection feature is not worth using on a work site. This is probably a good point for that type of use and I can see times when I would be tempted to leave it off as well. It does depend on the amount of cutting you are doing at the time. Also, there isn't a lever of some kind to move the blade safety covering out of the way easily, when putting the blade down into a groove that has been partly cut already. This missing feature is the only thing I have found to be annoying myself, but others may not feel the same way about it. The button to press before pulling the trigger is a good thing though, as my old B&D saw only had the trigger, so I always had to be careful how I picked-up that old saw. My fingers are just fine where they are thankyou, on the end of my arms. This saw also comes with two spare carbon bushes, which fit under the two screw-off caps on the (large) motor housing. This saw makes cutting even the hardest wood an easy job and I have no hesitation in recommending this tool very highly. I have had good wear and tear out of my other Evolution tools to date (without any problems) and I don't see why this saw shouldn't perform in the same efficient manner. It will also cut up too 8mm thick of mild steel, but I think the blade will wear out after cutting about 15-20metres of plate. I only ever use these saws for wood (with nails in) so it should last a number of years. It is big and heavy though, just like most other saws of this size, but you get used too the weight in time.

Use this for odd diy around the home. And for chopping up pallets for kindling. I'm a novice but easy to use and maintain. Cuts everything with ease. Including my fingers if not too careful

SENT BACK TOO HEAVY

Does the job well "note this review is not for the product shown in the picture"

Very disappointed with this product. The saw itself is big and heavy, but the fence guide is very flimsy and awkward to set due to having two slides and clamps. There is no side lever on the blade protector so setting the the fence by measuring to the blade is really a two person job. The chip collector is a joke, I made four cuts in chipboard of approx 2.2 metres and the collector was full, resulting in bits flying out in all directions. As a tradesman I don't have time to empty the collector after every 2 or 3 cuts and that in itself is another problem. The chip collector is attached using a thumb turn screw which is semi recessed and needs multiple turns to remove. I can see the collector being thrown in the back of the van and never used again. The blade depth setting clamp works loose very quickly and as yet I haven't found a way to tighten it better. I was also less than impressed with the quality of the cut, multiple chips on the cut edge which is very poor in comparison with my old makita. The only good things I can see is the depth of cut and the power of the motor, it glided through 4 sheets of chipboard stacked together. All in all, unless you need very deep cutting ability, stay clear of this saw, might be getting rid of mine on eBay!

Exactly what I wanted, delivered in super-quick time.

great bit of kit A1

very very good

Perfecto Entrega rápida

Top Gerät aber laut !

Une révolution dans l’atelier !!! Elle coupe tout vite et bien. Pas de bavure. Pas d’étincelles. Pas de chauffe. Une merveille Attention c’est bruyant, et inox interdit sinon adieu à là lame à 70€ pièce !!! Le meilleur achat de l’annee dans Mon atelier avec l’etau Triton XXL

Ottima troncatrice multi-materiale. Tagli di ottimo livello per precisione e pulizia. Assenza di polveri poiché tagliando lascia solo una limatura sufficientemente pesante da cadere al suolo senza dispersione in aria. La durata del disco sembrerebbe più che buona, anche se fino ad oggi ho fatto solo una cinquantina di tagli su ferro. Il sistema di regolazione dell'inclinazione del taglio non è impeccabile e necessita di un paziente lavoro di aggiustamento e, in generale, qualche finitura è davvero semplificata. Tuttavia, considerato il prezzo della macchina, è un ottimo acquisto. Solo una troncatrice lenta di qualità professionale potrebbe fare meglio.

wenn man sachen gerade schneiden will funktioniert sie gut, probleme starten wenn es um 45 grad oder andere schragen geht. nachdem mir 3 sägeblätter (1 x bosch, 1 x evolution, und gerade gestern diabolo) kaputt gegangen sind innerhalb kürzester zeit wenn schneiden 45 grad stahl stücke habe ich durch zufall den design fehler entdeckt. beim einspannen und festziehen mit dem schraubstock (a) verzieht sich das werkstuck etwas weil die spannkaft nur einseitig anliegt und/oder (b) durch die vibrationen beim schneiden lockert sich das werkstuck etwas so das nach dem schnitt beim herausziehen das blatt gegen das verkantete werkstuck schlagt und damit die zahne schlagartig stumpf werden (100 schnitte gerade und 11 schnitte 45 grad). es ist auch sehr zu empfehlen sich einen 45 & 90 grad (oder andere) winkel zu kaufen um eine genaue einstellung der maschine zu gewährleisten -- 45 oder 90 grad sind nicht genau.