The Coolest Miter Saw Accessory YOU NEVER KNEW ABOUT Until Now! - Make perfect Miter cuts every time
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- Опубликовано: 27 апр 2020
- Tired of measuring out every single cut on your miter saw? Well I found the coolest Miter Saw accessory that you never knew about, and it will help you make the perfect cut every single time.
The REEKON M1 Caliber will allow you to make multiple cuts on your miter saw time and again without using a tape measure
Order here www.reekon.tools/
You can enter your blade width into the device and it will automatically add in an offset to make sure the blade is compensated for
Does it retain that blade width until you change it so that every cut compensates for the blade width? I am surprised you didn't even mention this in the review. It would have been best to include the exact steps, show the cut, show repeat cuts, show with a tape measure the cuts are in fact accurate. I am also quite surprised that when I go check out the tool on the company website, there is not a single ounce of text or info about what the product is. It is a one page site with their logo and a signup field for your email address. It reads "Receive Exclusive Discount by signing up below" Says "Available for pre-order June 16." But that is it. No navigation on the site, nothing. Unless you made this video how would anyone know anything about the product? Not your fault. But how did you even know about it? You mention that an issue with a bevel and one would have to move to other side. It would have been great to see the steps for such a cut as well. I get that this tool will help you by not having to actually pull out the tape measure but after one measurement for repeat cuts, you slap a stop block and you are done. With this tool, I can roll up the piece and watch it show my length of cut, incorporate the blade width and I am good. But every cut after that I have to read the screen. Yeah, I got that part but then we have to see the cost of the product and determine is it really worth the cost? I could see this helping on a project where you have various cuts and don't want to have to keep pulling out the tape measure to mark your piece. But I have a feeling this is going to be pricey. The fact that you can pre-order for June 16 and the site does nothing, I mean nothing to explain what it is, makes me think this will be very pricey.
Robert Knowles he stated the cuts were accurate, checked with tape measures, lasers etc.
TheWaterbound07 As I said in my original reply we would have preferred to see so for ourselves. I would rather see then just rely on what someone says. In another post Tool Review answered someone and said this device can do millimeters when in fact that is not correct.
This is a failing. I change blades quite often, and in all probability I would forget to change the kerf allowance in this device. A stop block is much better, doesn't need batteries, and most importantly, once I have set it, it is super fast to slide the wood up to the block and make the cut. With this device you have to fiddle about getting it right every time. Sorry. Fail.
@@donepearce Just because it doesn't work for your work flow doesn't mean it's a fail. Not everyone cuts the same lengths over and over. Obviously when that's the case just lift the level and set a stop block. But when you have multiple cuts of random lengths this could be great!
That’s a really cool tool. But I think using a stop might be quicker for numerous repeat cuts?
DONT JUDGE ME, funniest man alive. Prob one of the only people who can still make me laugh
I purchased one of these and I can tell you that mine has been incredibly accurate. Love it.
Great video. I watched This Old House and The New Yankee and learned and old school format called a stop block.
I’m not against gimmicks. But, I’d better trust a stop block attached to the fence over this.
Fair comment. Thanks for sharing
I agree this thing would just be aggravating especially if you wanted to try to make repeatable cuts yet sit there and slide it through get it down in just you stop blocks sometimes people engineer Products that are just useless then every time you wanted to put a board up there you would have to hold that thing up or slide it in from the other direction just to get it against your fence
Yea stop block has worked for me and I’d don’t need to worry about “seeing” it , I just wait for the board to stop then cut day or night. It’s very accurate as long as my original double check measurements are right on! So can see why a homeowner or weekend carpenter would like this, but a professional doing the same cut over and over on a large job the stop block would be the most accurate and cheapest way to go. Good review though!👍
Might be best for trim work, but some guy on Instagram said he used it to cut 200 studs for rough framing and said he will save a lot of money vs having to mark and measure each one. I think he is a shill as no production framer will mark and measure 200 studs and cut each one that way.
Maybe for off size cripples over headers and fire blocking would work well
You read my mind. I was going to make the same comment.
Wow, this is super cool!
Lol, I saw right after I was leaving a comment about how I’d like to see something on it to account for blade width or kerf, you pinned that it does account for that. So hence my own edit on this comment. A very cool idea.Thanks for sharing it with us and appreciate the work you put into these videos. Stay safe
Never a stupid question Tim. Thanks for the comment and feedback bro
I watch tons of tool videos and this is the first time I've seen this. I really think that's a good idea! The only thing I think they should've added is a way to bolt it onto the fence. No matter how good the clamp is, I can see how easy it would be to knock it off of it's mark. If I had one, the first thing I would do is modify the mount and drill locations on both sides of the fence. Either way, I'm still thinking, WOW! what a great idea 👍
Wow, that’s an amazing idea!
Cool!!! I would buy one for sure thanks for the video!!!
Just signed up to be notified for the pre order. Can not wait to get my hands on one to give it a try
Let me know how you like it Donald!
I have one and love it !!
This is so cool
I like this tool I would totally use this if I had the opertunity to get one would be very handy for making fast continues cuts
Nice little gadget. Might pick one up. Thanks for reviewing this.
Any time Mr. RICE!!!
This is a sweet looking tool I like this
Would have been nice if you had actually, I don't know, cut something and verify the length.
I agree. Would have been nice to see a few cuts made, and THEN verified.
Exactly what I was thinking. He spent so much time dicking around with getting to 10", yet didn't cut any. I would suggest cutting 10 ALL at 10", line them up, and see how consistent they are.
Exactly my thought, where do you put your hand to clamp the wood in place, or the little clampy thing that normally attaches there ?
It doesn't look like it takes kerf into account.
It wasn't verified because it can't be accurate
Way Freaking Cool! So buying this!!! Thanks
Few minutes in... I'm sold!
I love this tool
That is a pretty slick tool. I always use my tape and add a blade kerf onto every measurement
Why do you have to add the blade kerf to the measurement? Don't you just lien up your blade on the outside of the piece? I have never added a blade kerf to a cut.
Ryan - every cut is off by the thickness of the blade. I’m shocked they don’t have a button that can add various bladed thicknesses to calibrate fro your saw.
Yo TRZ!! That thing is sweet! Just got to wait to see what it will cost. That's a great tool! Hope everything Is gravy and your staying safe and diligent through this craziness.! Thanks brotherman!
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FAMOUS AMOS! This was the tool I was talking about. Sorry it tool so long bro
Such a great idea. Curious how it works with miter cuts for trimming out a window or door.
Cool idea, so so review.
Very interesting
Looks like it would be great for repetitive cuts. Did you by chance try doing multiple 45 degree cuts? I'm wondering how exact this would be for making picture frames.
I'm sure there is a way, but I did not try it
They are making it to easy for the younger generation! I do like it though haha
Nice
Does it compensate blade thickness in length of cut piece? And what about angle cuts for length of finished piece.
It would be nice for framing but for finish carpentry or fine woodwork I’ll stick with a tape measure.
WAZZUP!!!!!!! Nice Tool bro I will buy it....👍🏼
This tool is bad ass
Don't you need to allow for the saw blade kerf or use a block on the other side of the blade?
Exactly my thought... i guess if your finished piece is on the right side of the blade you would need to add the kerf
Hey Peter! You can enter your blade width into the device and it will automatically add in an offset to make sure the blade is compensated for!
@@REEKONTools nice
Reekon Tools THATS AWESOME. god. Need it. Now.
Yup, something isn’t adding up here as shown.
Could you use this with steel chop saws? Brilliant idea
It is a great idea but there are a couple of things I noticed. When you touch the blade with the wood you should make sure not to cramp the blade and move the blade. Don't use the side of the blade but the edge of the blade tooth. Also take into account the thickness of the blade. You might be better to measure out from the other side of the blade and then zero the counter. That way the cut is not affected by the thickness or movement of the blade. You could also add a diy rail for wood that might sit higher than the saw fence to attach the counter.
OK, I did not see the part about the blade width being entered into the device so that would be a big help. Sorry.
Yo TRZ!! About time!! Lol
Hahaha, only three months late brother
It seems you would need to zero it after each cut since it can’t know when a cut is made or if you’re still readjusting the the piece of wood.
Also how sensitive is the wheel to sawdust?
You would only need to zero it out if you change the cut length. If it the same cut, you won't have to
You need 6' of free space to the right of your blade to calibrate. My shop wall is 60" from the saw blade to the right and 73" to the left. Be aware of this before you order so you're not stuck returning it. I let Reekon know about this and they forwarded it to their development team.
That’s pretty cool. But I still like the tape and pencil way
At the risk of sounding stupid and opening myself up for crude comments....what is the tape and pencil way? I've done tons of crown and baseboard trim, so can you explain it please?
Might buy one to stick a broom handle to it to measure the length of my garden 🤪
I bought it and found I don't have the requisite 6' to the right of my blade for calibration. It's not feasible to move my custom table so I had to return it. Hopefully Reekon will make a newer revision that doesn't require 6' of distance to calibrate.
Yep i would like to put one to use, hoping the price is right.
Does it account for the kerf ? Because every blade has different kerf
I get the process of sliding a board under the wheel until it hits the blade and the set it to zero, but if you feed you material through the way you demonstrated, how do you compensate for blade width? Does it automatically add the blade width to the cut calculation, or do you have to add the blade width to the measurement?
Automatically adds it Bob. I put a pinned comment in the comment section
although i see the cool factor of it, a stop block is so much quicker. and i normally cut from the right side.
cool idea I was thinking of it 3years ago while working there might be a lot of companies launch it better hurry
Pencil mark works just as well - really cheep also.
Want one but it is going to depend on the price of the unit, hopefully they keep it reasonable for the average wood worker.
Do you need to zero it out for every neew bord you put in ?
Cool deal..
NOICE!
I think that would work great for those who install flooring.
Smeesh that like button👍🏽
Yeah absolutely bro
It looks fun, but I can't see any time saving as the process of running each board under the wheel would get old fast. For repeat cuts, a stop block is much quicker. I lay floors for a living and am always looking for more efficiency. I just don't see it here.
Is it up to the user to account for the width of the blade?
@Tool Review Zone... Does it take in to account the KERF?? It looks like it measures ad zeroes off of the left side of the kerf. You Shoulda cut something to verify it measures correctly. 🤪😳
This was one tool review that I regret how it was done. I was only able to hold on to the tools for two weeks, but not allowed to post the review for a month. When I went back to complete the video, some of the videos accidentally got deleted, but was unable to to a re-take. It bothers me greatly
I might be getting old, but I would still use my eyes and measuarments with a normal ruler or tape. This is just a fancy gadget for me, rather than something I would use with my Metabo Miter saw.
Thanks for the feedback Michael. I like hearing what others think
Long lengths will be a pain in the arse and I would not fancy relying on it by pushing a 6ft length of timber through it.. give me a good metal rule, quality tape, sharp pencil or marking knife and a little thought and the job is done. Plus the position the device is, is right where I religiously clamp down my work pieces, 5 seconds to clamp the work piece down to keep it steady is something I just prefer to do just incase something snags binds or slips ..
Don't push the wood into the blade and zero out. Cut a small end off the wood then zero it out. This would only be useful if one was cutting a lot of different lengths. For multiples a stop block is much quicker.
I drooled 🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤
LOL
Most of the trim carpenters I know use miter saw stand setups with stop blocks on both sides of the blade. Another trait they share is frugality. Although a cool tool I don’t believe
They would pay for something could build.
I would be interested in one of these if they are at a reasonable price.
That is an amazing tool. Quite expensive though
If you got to make repeated cuts, just measure with this tool, then put a stop at that point and use that without having to measure it with this unit either. Once you put that end stop in, you can make quicker cuts.
Does it factor in the 1/8” of the blade?
Yep
Blade width not accounted for.... Cool idea - not perfect - stop blocks work much better in a proper environment. BUT in the field - this has potential - i could redesign this much much better... maybe i will?
I can use one of these calipers
An it color matched my Dewalt saw.
Very true lol
I'd use a stopper on the measured side anytime.
I want one
So it automatically factors blade width?
Yes sir
Actual beta testing is when a lot are sold and people begin using them on the job site. We'll see how well they hold up like will the clamp shift ever so slightly with use? But it's still a good thought. I'll wait.
We've made a few dozen of our Beta Units and they have been tested on 23 jobsites with more than 500 hours of use on them. We look forward to sharing more details, case studies, and demonstrations in the next few weeks!
Does it take into account blade width ?
Yep
Seen on my FB feed today. I believe they said $139 or $149. Looks interesting.
If you sign up for the pre-order, I believe you can get it for $89
@@ToolReviewZone Currently US$119 and they are selling like hotcakes. Would cost far too much for me to get Downunder by the time you build in the exchange rate and the shipping it would probably double the cost making uneconomic.
That things takes a while. I'm speedy with my tape and pencil/speedsqr
How about when you cut in an angle 45 -22 amd so on?
This would of been nice to have when me and my dad were reinforcing a rafter over the summer
Where to order
I tried looking this tool up and could not find a price. It mentioned presale and wanted my email. I was curious on a price and don’t want my email filling up with unwanted emails (it’s bad enough that I will now see an add every time I’m on my iPad. Does anyone know if there a price for this item?
September 26 and it is US$119 on the IndieGoGo site. Hope that helps?
I notice it zeros out on the drop side of blade, is there adjustments for blade thickness. A stop block is better & faster, truly requires only one measurement and doesn't cost $150.00.
So when I go to the website, it’s nothing but enter your email and submit??
I can’t actually look at the tool or what it costs, and says it comes out in June. Is this the only tool they make?
Yeah Z it's a new company. They are actually going to launch these in June
Brand new company. 2-10 people and just started in 2020 according to linkedIn. Here is a video from their youtube channel, one video. ruclips.net/video/kqDhUzaSAmQ/видео.html
$149.00 + and it really seems like you're professional woodworker or early retired ?
although why you didn't demonstrate while you were at it... and that itself baffled some people
just can't understand
The gimmick of sorts. BTW great video.
It’s just another time consuming gadget . After a while you’ll get tired of messing with it and go back to tape measure besides who wants to slide long lengths of material under that thing
I am really interested in the product but, I found it isn't even available till June. Also, there is no further information about the tool on the site. I hope it isn't a scam,,,,,,, just to get you on a mailing list.
I wouldn't mind having something like this but at $150 it's just not justifiable compared to a $5 tape measure and a scrap block with a $5 clamp.
Now I can very accurately cut in the wrong place
Let’s say i have 20 cuts at the same measurement. Does the wheel act as a stop so i can take a stack of stock and cut it repetitively?
It does not act as a stop. You would have to watch the measurement each time
@@ToolReviewZone Or measure once with a tape measure, place it on the miter, line up to the blade and use a stop block. Then the other 19 pieces you just lay up on the saw and slide to the stop block and cut. Of course you can look at it another way. Get your stop block ready, use this tool, slide the wood in to get your measurement, the blade kerf will be compensated for. Setup the stop block on the first cut. The other 19 pieces of wood, just slide in up to the stop block. But then it would come down to how much this thing costs for straight cross cuts vs just using the tape measure that one time. Now like I said previously in another comment, I could see this coming in more handy for me when I have various cuts throughout the day. I can just measure what length I need for some off cut, walk up to the miter with this gadget and make the cut. I don't have to mark the piece first and line up on the blade. Now beveled cuts we did not see what the layout would look like nor did we see a single cut to see how accurate it really is. I think it is a missed opportunity to give it a good tryout.
Just checked the price, it actually costs marginally more than my mitre saw !!!
Who sells this ? I want one
Yeah I'm so glad the tools are rechargeable now or they come with a smaller battery there is always a big fight with me and my girlfriend over the D batteries lol
HAHAHAHAHAHA, funny stuff Joseph!
Well you know you're losing the battle when she starts using gasoline.
Haha
No general price given, it's not available for a month and a half/maybe, Beta testing is when you make several tools and then ask specific questions to determine how it functioned. Changes are then made to the production run. it would save time if there were a lot of different lengths of the same material. If I needed 10 of one length I would set a stop block which is faster and more accurate.
I saw a comment on the video on their youtube channel, keep in mind they are a brand new 2 person company. In the comments Reekon stated that you have to zero out your blade for all new cuts.
Only if you are changing the length. If the cuts are the same length you wont have too
@@ToolReviewZone Why would you need to do that? Maybe I'm missing something, but the wheel appears to act as an encoder...'X' number of wheel revolutions per inch, which are shown on the screen...once the board is zeroed out against the blade kerf, varying lengths of cut shouldn't matter since the length is based on the number of wheel rotations. I'd be more concerned about saw vibrations causing the tool to shift slightly on the fence and give false readings. I'll just stick to my fence and stop block.
@@photog1529 I see how the wood is put up against the blade, however, how does the device actually know the "blade kerf"? I mean different blades can have different widths right? If I want to cut a 10 inch piece off a 2x4, I slide the 2x4 up to the blade, zero it out, then I lift the blade, slide the board through to 10 inchs, the device will register 10 inches. I then cut the piece, how does the piece come out to exactly 10 inches? I am missing that part of the blade kerf.
@@robertknowles3677 I assume when setting up the unit, you store the kerf width into the unit's memory and it automatically factors that dimension into the length.
Seems like the cut pieces would be Short by the kerf thickness
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Thanks Stan Da Man
@@ToolReviewZone you are more than welcome I'm always trying to help out you and the subs to get what you'll need to stay safe
@@stanleymcman9422 Thanks brother, and you are THE MAN!
i gotta align my laser on my new delta saw
This thing would have to be engineered completely different for Any professional to buy this thing But my idea would cost so much that no one would Pay for it when you could just use a stop block if they engineered this thing to where once you zero it out you can type in your measurement and it moves the piece then you make your cut and hit the arrow button and it moves the piece again to the exact measurement then this thing might would be worth someone spending money on it but would also need alternate wheels that kept the work piece tight to the miter saw fence this can be accomplished And I honestly think I have seen a company with this type of technology but I don’t remember where but is far is the engineer on this one product just a fancy tape measure that would get in the way constantly And slow down your workflow tremendously
That's a pretty cool tool. I am sure you can buy double a lithium batteries and a charger and you should be good
Yeah buddy
Serves a purpose...
does metric is available?
Yep, they only had cm on the prototypes but even then they showed 2 decimal places so you had all the mm you need. The Production model will have mm built in.
Great tool when you finally work out how to set it up
What about the blade thickness
Ya, how do you account for the blade? It's zero'd on the wrong side.
Na, it's set 1/8" off to account for it
Ok but who uses full kerf 1/8” blades?? Something doesn’t add up
@@ottawapop you program whatever the kerf is for the blade you are using. Change the blade, change the kerf measurement. After that, it allows for the Kerf so you get the length you want.