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DeWalt DWS777: 216 mm XPS crosscut mitre saw, 240 V
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The DWS777 is a corded 216 mm mitre saw from DeWalt for second fix joiners, flooring fitters and DIYers who need clean, accurate cuts in skirting, architrave and boards. It uses the same XPS shadow line system as DeWalt's larger saws. What sets it apart is a set of practical details: an AirLock compatible dust port, a head lock to restrict the slide and five preset mitre stops.
- Blade
- 216 mm
- Power
- 240 V, 1,600 W
- Slide
- Yes
- Cut capacity at 90 degrees
- Not stated in this listing
- Cut line guide
- XPS shadow line
In its favour
- XPS shadow line cut technology is listed for accurate alignment.
- Five preset mitre stops at 0, 15, 22.5, 30 and 45 degrees.
- Head lock restricts traverse for chop cuts, and the dust port suits DeWalt AirLock.
Good to know
- The listing gives conflicting wattage figures (1,600 and 1,800 W) and no cut capacity.
- Supplied blade is listed at 24 teeth, coarse for fine trim.
Our take
Listed features
DeWalt lists XPS shadow line cut technology, an AirLock dust port, a traditional pull and tilt design, a head lock that restricts the traverse and preset mitre stops at 0, 15, 22.5, 30 and 45 degrees. The 22.5 degree stop is useful for octagonal frames and bay window trims, and 45 degrees for standard corners.
The spec table lists a 24 tooth blade, a 216 mm blade size, a 17 kg weight and an extended warranty. The title says 1,600 W while the item type says 1,800 W, so the motor rating needs confirming.
Pull and tilt with a head lock
Pull and tilt means the head slides forward and back on rails and tilts for bevels. The head lock fixes the slide so the saw acts as a standard chop saw for narrow pieces, which gives a firmer, more repeatable cut on skirting and battens.
AirLock lets you clip a DeWalt extractor hose straight onto the dust port, which helps in occupied homes.
Blade and capacity
A 24 tooth blade is coarse for fine trim and will leave some tear out on painted MDF or hardwood. Swapping to a 48 or 60 tooth blade is a simple upgrade for second fix work. The listing does not give cut capacity, so check DeWalt's data for width and depth before you buy.
Versus other mitre saws
The DeWalt DWS774 is the other 216 mm slider with XPS and gives a clear 250 x 62 mm capacity, plus a 48 tooth blade, at a lighter listed 12 kg. The Metabo KGS 216 M set is a 216 mm alternative sold with an extra blade, but its listing is short on detail. For deep cuts, the Metabo KGS 254 M lists 92 mm.
Verdict
Pick the DWS777 if you want a corded DeWalt mitre saw with XPS, AirLock dust collection and useful preset stops, and you are happy to fit a finer blade for trim. If you want published capacity and a lighter saw, the DeWalt DWS774 is the clearer buy, and the Metabo KGS 254 M suits deeper timber.
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Amazon listing title: DeWalt DEWDWS777 216 mm 1600 W 240 VXPS Crosscut Mitre Saw - Yellow