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DEWALT BT8007 vs DEWALT DW788

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Title DEWALT DW788 1.3 Amp 20-Inch Variable-Speed Scroll Saw with Scroll-Saw StandDEWALT Scroll Saw, Variable-Speed, 1.3 Amp, 20-Inch (DW788)
Model DEWALT
BT8007
DEWALT
DW788

Basic Info

Suggested Price $578.03$505.09
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Release Aug 2015Sep 2012

Overview

Top Features
  • Double parallel link arm design dramatically reduces vibration and noise for extremely accurate cuts
  • Exclusive tool free blade clamps allow blade changes in seconds
  • On off switch, electronic variable speed, flexible dust blower, and blade tensioning lever all located on front upper arm
  • Sturdy, lightweight stand
  • Robust all metal construction
  • Adjustable legs allows height adjustment for optimum comfort
  • Double parallel link arm design dramatically reduces vibration and noise for extremely accurate cuts
  • Exclusive tool free blade clamps allow blade changes in seconds. Depth of Cut (inches): 2 inch
  • On off switch, electronic variable speed, flexible dust blower, and blade tensioning lever all located on front upper arm
  • Arm design pivots from back of the saw to front, shortening the arm movement for smoother, quieter operation
  • Arm lifts so blade can be easily threaded through the material for inside cuts

Reviews

Walmart Rating3.3 (out of 9 reviews)4.6 (out of 31 reviews)
Latest Reviews

Fanatastic Scroll Saw
Rating: 5
Fantastic value for this great scroll saw - easy to use, quieter than expected it to be - Loving it!!! My first scroll saw so was not expecting this great value. Picture is of my very first attempt.
by smartshopper10007 on 2018-08-01T17:00:00

Two Thumbs Up!
Rating: 5
This is an excellent scroll saw for the money. Love the variable spped control and articulating sawdust blower and LED lighting. Solid Cast Iron construction (heavy) Highly recommended..
by John on 2020-06-02T17:00:00


Rating: 5
Ease of operation, well made and great price!
by OhioDweller on 2018-04-01T17:00:00

Complete Junk
Rating: 1
Complete junk. Arrived today via FedEx. Opened the box to find that the manual inside was for a band saw. Took the styrofoam out to find a loose nut in the bag with the saw. Took to the shop to mount to my workbench. Tried to install a better blade than what comes with it and the blade holder snapped in half. I packed it up and returned it to the store. Had this piece of crap in my possession for less than 2 hours. Very disappointed with the quality of this saw, I guess you really do get what you pay for. I have owned a Dremel scroll saw for over 20 years, the brushes went out on it and this was to replace it. I'll have to keep shopping. If you're looking for a quality affordable scroll saw this isn't it, avoid this saw.
by BigDaddyO on 2018-05-25T17:00:00


Rating: 1
The machine is a piece of crap and it is not worth to buy it. I replaced 4 blades! The lower blade holder broke! I am not very happy with it. NOT worth to buy!
by Debra on 2018-08-23T17:00:00


Rating: 5

by sinloi on 2020-09-21T17:00:00


Rating: 4

by Paynediaz on 2018-04-13T17:00:00


Rating: 3

by Mansour on 2020-08-31T17:00:00


Rating: 1

by Mike on 2019-08-16T17:00:00

Industrial like power at an unbeatable price
Rating: 5
I have been scrolling now for over two years. I started with other, cheaper brands that just did not cut it. Other saws vibrate all over the place, jam frequently, and have limited control over blade speed. The DeWalt 20 inch saw was like a godsend. Easy blade changes, limited vibration, excellent control over the blade, and so much more. I would recommend this saw to anyone, beginners and pros alike. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
by RobzBrz on 2020-05-28T17:00:00

Incredibly stable!
Rating: 5
I upgraded my scroll saw with this gem and have not been disappointed. Rock solid, easy blade change outs, and great variable speed. I can't recall what life was like before this. My only issue is I can't keep my son away from it. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
by Lp70 on 2020-05-29T17:00:00

Sweet to use
Rating: 5
Great quite, smooth running saw. Never a bad cut. Easy blade change [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
by Curmudgeon on 2020-06-02T17:00:00

Easy to use!
Rating: 5
I've had this scroll saw for a few months and I love it! I like how easy it is to change the blades, adjust the speed, and get projects situated on the cast top. Wish it came with a light already installed, but that's easy to work around. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
by Copperspaz on 2019-06-26T17:00:00

Smooth and accurate
Rating: 5
My first saw was a cheap one, second was an old model that costs more than the Dewalt, more power and more aggressive cut, but blade wobbled and cut erratic, and the wobble caused the blade to bind on the work and lift it up and down. So I bought a Dewalt. Virtually no lateral movement with blade. Just a little pressure keeps work from lifting.Very little vibration. Able to cut much more accurately. It is a slower cut in the 1" ebony, ash, bubinga I am cutting, but that's ok, as long as it cuts true. Up front controls, variable speed, and a swingarm that flips up, all make it even better. I am surprised that there is not a dust collection port, or a latch to hold the upper arm up. But I am retired, and capable of making both, so just merely surprised.
by Mikey on 2018-01-26T16:00:00

Excellent!
Rating: 5
I do a lot of fret work. Taking the blade loose to pass it through a hole and then re-attaching it has always been a long process... until I bought the DW788, that is! All I have to do is loosen the tension lever and turn a thumb screw. The blade stays attached at the bottom, and slides right back into place once I've passed it through a small hole in my workpiece. Then it's just a turn or two of the thumb screw, the turning the tension lever back to the number I had it set on, and I'm back at cutting again! Love it! I also love the fact that the area underneath the table is open and not boxed in, so it's easy to clean up. I rigged up a hose from my shop vac that connects to a 1” hose with a “Tee” and ran one side to the top and the other to the bottom. A few pvc insert fittings, hose clamps, and zip ties have made my saw nearly 100% dust free! And that's really important to me, especially because I cut a lot of hardboard and MDF, which creates a powdery dust that covers everything...and is dangerous to breathe!
by William77 on 2018-09-26T17:00:00

Variable-Speed Scroll Saw
Rating: 5
I bought my Scroll Saw 10 years ago. I have gone through a few of other brands of saws but nothing like the Dewalt788 20in variable scroll saw. it is very easy to change blands, adjust the woodworking products as I made my cuts, variable speeds helped cut thin and thick woods. The scroll saw does not make any load noises and operates very smoothly. After all these years everything works wonderful and my scroll saw projects looks great. This Dewalt 788 Scroll Saw is the best on the market for beginners or professionals. I really enjoy my Dewalt product a lot. Thank you very much! Don't have any photos right now! [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
by trout120 on 2019-11-07T16:00:00

easy to use
Rating: 5
i bought this saw about three years ago it is a nice saw easy to change blade great cast iron heavy table just a great machine really does a great job would tell everyone to buy it its quiet smooth and relaxing to cut on [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
by kevin bo on 2020-05-29T17:00:00

Phenominal Saw/Bad Marketing Cost You
Rating: 4
Best recent purchase. Saw is 5+ star. Marketing is poor, to say the least. EXTRAS?? NO light, NO lifter, NO stand, uncomfortable knobs! Need actual round knobs, instead of "T" bolts. Better PR for you to include some items. Updates only improve your product.
by custom wood on 2018-05-27T17:00:00

So far so good, but noisy.
Rating: 4
I love how easy it is to use and very low, if any vibration. My only concern is it makes a very loud knocking noise. I've seen this issue brought up a lot online about the 788 2, I wish I could have gotten the 788 1. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
by Corwin22 on 2020-05-29T17:00:00

All Features

Tools Product TypePower Tool
ConditionNew
Amperage (amps)1.2
Color FamilyRed
Product Depth (in.)15
Returnable90-Day
Maximum wood thickness (in.)1.9
Product Height (in.)13
Certifications and ListingsCSA Certified
Cord Length (ft.)6
Cordless/ CordedCorded
Corded Tool TypeSpecialty Saw
Product Width (in.)12
Manufacturer Warranty2 Year Limited
Blade size (in.)5
Product Weight (lb.)24lb
Power Tool FeaturesNo Additional Features
Keyless/keyed blade changeKeyed
releaseAug 2015Sep 2012
Item Package Quantity1
Power Sourcecorded-electric
Included ComponentsHex Wrench, Blades
Batteries Required?No
StyleScroll saw
Item model numberDW788
Batteries Included?No
MaterialN/A
Warranty Description3 Year Limited Warranty
Measurement SystemMetric
Item Weight56 pounds

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