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   JDorn | May 04, 2003 07:18pm | #1

   I've got a Dewalt trim saw that's got a 6 1/2 inch blade that i have similar problems with, its always a pain to try to find aftermarket blades that aren't just steel ones that my local hardware store carries.

   I'd be interested in knowing what kinda online sources there are for odd sized blades.

   JD

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   makita | May 04, 2003 08:14pm | #2

   Bill[?],

   I have and love the PC314 and use #### blades that I buy at my local  Lumberman's ,a chain lumberyard and hardware store in Oregon and Washington. They are kind of spendy [24$] but hold up well under the abuse I regularly give them.I have also used the PC blades and find them pretty good but I think the Mat.blades stay sharp longer.It's a shame,but realistic, that the limited demand for 4 1/2" blades dictate that they cost more than 7 1/4" 's. I'm not even sure that anyone but PC makes a 4 1/2" saw. I'll watch this thread with interest to see if any other brands and sources turn up.

                                              Chris 

   
   

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   makita | May 04, 2003 08:26pm | #3

   I don't know why, but  the #### in my previous post should read  #### .Two attempts to edit it back in have failed. Maybe this will work.

                      Chris

   Now I get it, Prospero's auto censor doesn't read Japanese. Maybe it will allow Matsush*ta ,Rhymes with Rita.

                                                  Chris

   Edited 5/4/2003 1:37:29 PM ET by Chris

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   ToolDoc | May 04, 2003 08:49pm | #4

   I have a porter-Cable #314 trim saw myself love it.. I use oldHam 20 tooth Carbide bades in it & the plywood blades from PC,I suggest you check with a local Hardware or Building supply Dealer to see if they can order OldHam or Porter Cable Blades for you.. Tool Crib of the North "Amazon.Com" carries Porter Cable Blades both the Plywood & Com-Carbide.. a side note here Pentair who owns both Porter-Cable & Delta just bought the OldHam saw company.. you may be able to order blades from a local Porter-Cable service Center also...

                               ToolDoc

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   bill_1010 | May 04, 2003 09:48pm | #5

   How does the Mati and oldham blades hold up to MDF and particle board since the saw will be used on cutting sheetgoods for countertops substrate. Sheetgoods arent known to be nice on blades and longevity...

   I dont use MDF or particle board all the time, but this saw will be used for sheetgoods and trim and i dont want to spend all the time going back and forth from the sharpening shop because im limited to choices. 

   Thanks for the Oldham and Mati brands leads.   I just hate using my mag77 or bulky sidwinder if the 314 can fit my needs with more pros then cons on sheet goods.

   Edited 5/4/2003 3:02:17 PM ET by WmP

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   makita | May 04, 2003 10:08pm | #6

   Bill,

       I found Matsush*ta 30 tooth at Coastal tool for $19.95. Sorry no url, IGoogled and bookmarked it. I have little exp. with MDF and PB; I did Cut some melamine once and it did fine, almost no chipping, but not enough to test longevity.

                                                  Chris

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   ToolDoc | May 05, 2003 01:42am | #8

   the OldHam blades are holding up very well in the 314 for cutting plywood & particle board & also hardboard underlayment.. I bought 3 of the OldHam carbides and they hold up great before needing sharpening..

                                                 ToolDoc

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   bill_1010 | May 05, 2003 02:30am | #9

   Thanks for the info.  ive gotten enough leads about aftermarket blades to warrant a purchase.

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   RW | May 05, 2003 01:00am | #7

   I haven't found them elsewhere either. I buy enough junk off of amazon, and it saves me about $8 a blade vs buying them locally.

   "The child is grown / The dream is gone / And I have become / Comfortably numb "      lyrics by Roger Waters

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   jako17 | May 05, 2003 05:56am | #10

   I have two excellent Freud blades that I use on the 314

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   vanderpooch | May 05, 2003 07:34am | #11

   i posted this over at bt, but tenryu also makes very high quality blades for the 314.

   just google to find their website.

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   bill_1010 | May 06, 2003 01:45am | #12

   Bought the 314, thanks everyone for the aftermarket blade leads.