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I haven't been rough on it. I am a framing carpenter and need a good, long lasting saw. I'm hoping it's just the brushes, bt still.only one year. This saw has great power, sturdy construction, but i've only had it a year and it already doesn't work. I pull the trigger, but nothing. I have much less expensive Skill saw that was nearly ten years old before the brushes needed replacement. Can't say that i am extremely pleased with this saw.
I need to rely on a good saw and like all of my other Bosch products this saw has never let me down. You will get a life time of work out of this workhorse. Don't hesitate, buy this great saw.Bosch reputation alone is enough reason.
The loose blade is a definite shipping hazard, both to the saw which sustained more than cosmetic damage and to the unsuspecting cartoon opener as the blade was protruding through the side of the Bosch box. Having decided to probably send this saw back, I bought the rear handle version of it from a local hardware (after checking it for loose blade damage). I tried both and like the rear handle better, it has better balance and is easier on the wrist, follows your line better. Both saws have a tendancy to rotate with the motor when you first start them up, so keep the blade away from your work.
Good power. This saw is the best worm drive I've used. It is light weight and has a nice balance. The built in saw hook, arbor lock and rubber cushion grip are all extras to a great tool. Well done Bosch.
Quality, power, ease of use, quiet and smooth - this is the Bosch 1678. One note of interest - this saw does not have the electic brake that many others do - the blade coasts down to a stop in about five seconds, instead of two. Electic braking plays hell with brushes. I purchased the rip guide which is specific for this saw and I got a Bosch soft side case for the saw and accessories. Mine arrived in perfect condition. A saw with the blade on the left took some getting used to for me. From the arbor lock which keeps the blade from turning when you change it, to the padded handle, to the saw hook that swings out when you want to hang the saw from a sawhorse or a rafter, these are just a few illustrations of the thought that has gone into the design and construction of this saw. The tradeoff is that the brushes in the Bosch will last a long time.
Now, I am beginning to see the advantages - easier view of the cutting line which means more accurate cuts. Also, this saw stays on the line and does not seem to want to "wander" as some others I have used in the past. You will never regret this purchase. I have saved its box for other stuff.
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