SKIL 10" Dual Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw-MS6305-00

This miter saw is amazing!!! I just replaced an old, very old 10" chop saw. The features for the money are incredible. I love the shadow line. That is so much more accurate than a laser and easier to see. It's the exact spot where the blade is going to drop down!!! It is really improved my productivity. The hold-down clamp is something you will not find on a saw at this price!!! Just drop it down onto the wood, and then clamp it. It's a quick and easy and an extremely secure safety measure. I used it today when I had a kickback situation arising. I was able to stop the process and used the clamp to complete the cut, safely. I'm building a cabinet for this saw and my new Skil table saw. It's not complete yet but I had to stop working on it because I had orders coming in LOL. So I set up these saws temporarily even though the cabinet is not complete. The 10" size is perfect (for me) because it is a slider and you can still cut 12 in stock. This handles a 4x4 with ease. The base is very stable and also includes a stability support near the adjustment handle. The hold down clamp storage fits in the slot on either side of the saw. They kept selling out of this saw during Christmas and it took a few weeks to get it. Absolutely worth the wait!!!

I purchased the SKIL 10" Dual Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw MS6305-00 for a long running project of replacing my homes wood exterior trim with cellular PVC board. Mid price range for this type of product, it has more features than products at the high end of miter saws and vastly higher quality than the low end. Fit and finish is good in all areas. Operation is smooth in stage and fence movement. as well as blade movement when cutting. At 40 lbs it has enough heft to cut with precision, but light enough to mount on a stand and roll it around on the job. Mounted on a stand with rollers supporting material being sawn, even long runs are easy to manage working alone. The dual bevel feature means no swapping material end for end to get opposite angle bevel cuts.

This saw is excellent for the price. It cuts perfectly the way it is no settings to adjust. Everything is squared out outstanding for skill saw.

Purchased to replace an old Delta miter saw that had provided years of good service. The MS-6305-00 is a very nice saw. The dual-bevel sliding functionality is a big improvement over the old Delta. The built-in light and blade position indicators are very helpful and useful. So far there are a couple of downsides. One is that the adjustment screw that limits the forward and back travel tends to move under vibration and needs to be readjusted frequently (need to figure out a fix for that - maybe some non-permanent thread locker or a locking nut). The other is regarding the very useful material clamp that is included and works well - was hoping to buy another one for the other side of the saw but they are apparently no longer available. Given the feature set, the Skil MS6305-00 is a bargain and an excellent value vs. other miter saws with similar feature sets. Highly recommended.

Short: I often finish my reviews with “I would buy it again” - but this one I may NOT. Long: I am no pro, just an average home owner. Still, all my tools are top end, high quality. Quality is what I will focus on and in this following review as well. While this saw works great and the hold-down clamp feels super high quality, the rest of the saw FEELS ‘so-so’ only. I would describe it as the typical mediocre Made-In-America quality that we can get these days. The fence, although metal, FEELS outright flimsy. The tie down screw locks wobble in their threads, as they use standard pitch threads instead of fine threads. I probably have to retrofit some springs for pre-load, otherwise these screw-locks will sure come undone, fall out and get lost. The bevel adjustment doesn’t FEEL sturdy. I think this is due to the dual bevel function. So actually I wish this saw was non-dual bevel after all. The shadow line works great, but only if there is no sun outside. Otherwise it is VERY hard (borderline impossible) to see in bright outside light. Though I expected this, it was certainly disappointing to confirm. Before buying this saw, my friend loaned me his 8 year old Ryobi TSS102L. I must say that that Ryobi FELT much sturdier and better quality in comparison. Most notably the old style LED laser light of that Ryobi WAS well visible in the same conditions, that the shadow line of this Skill was already not. Overall I will keep this one, it is not a bad saw and it was well priced, but knowing what I know now, I would have bought something else instead. For example the aforementioned Ryobi. Edit: I added some springs which gives the whole saw a better feel of quality. Not on the picture, but I also added a wave washer to the bevel adjustment, which made the adjustment much smoother.

I’ve been extremely impressed with the SKIL 10" Dual Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw (MS6305-00). Right out of the box, it delivers solid build quality, smooth operation, and the kind of accuracy you’d expect from a much more expensive saw. The dual bevel feature is a huge time-saver—being able to tilt both left and right without flipping the workpiece makes complex cuts faster and more precise. The sliding action is smooth and gives plenty of crosscut capacity for larger boards, which is perfect for trim work, shelving, and framing projects. Accuracy is a standout here. The cuts are clean and consistent, the detents lock in firmly, and the fence alignment was spot-on with minimal adjustment. The LED shadow line is especially useful—it gives a clear, accurate cut line without needing constant recalibration like a laser. Power-wise, this saw doesn’t struggle. It cuts confidently through hardwoods and pressure-treated lumber, and the motor feels strong without excessive vibration. Dust collection is decent for the class, especially when hooked up to a shop vac. Overall, this saw hits the sweet spot between performance, features, and price. Whether you’re a serious DIYer, weekend woodworker, or someone tackling home renovation projects, the SKIL MS6305-00 delivers reliability and precision without breaking the bank. I’d absolutely buy it again.

Excellent machine! You don’t want to spend more than $500, when you can spend a fraction of this doing the same job. Built entire 12 by 8’ shed and renovate my deck with this. My favorite part of this saw is the line shade it gives during the cut which other saw do not have that feature.

I purchased the Skil 10-Inch Sliding Miter Saw back in 2022, and it’s been a total workhorse in my woodworking setup ever since. As my first miter saw, I was a little nervous, but it was quieter than I expected and didn’t sound like it was trying to take off into space. The compact size and fold-down feature make it easy to store and transport—perfect for a small workshop or job site. When it comes to accuracy, this thing delivers clean, precise cuts with minimal tear-out, and three years later, my cuts are still square without needing constant adjustments. The build quality is solid, exactly what I’d hoped for when I ordered from Skil—I couldn’t wait to get my hands on it, and it didn’t disappoint. While it doesn’t have built-in storage, the carry handle and portability make it super practical for moving around. Whether I'm cutting trim or tackling larger DIY projects, it’s proven to be reliable, user-friendly, and safe, especially for someone like me still learning and trying not to mess up (or lose a thumb). This saw fit like a dream and performed even better than I imagined. If you're new to woodworking or just want a reliable saw that won’t cost a fortune or destroy your garage space—this is the one to grab. The lock is great, so I don't have to worry about little fingers getting hurt while I am not home. Buy it, cut straight, and try not to measure three times out of paranoia like I used to!

Soy un carpintero hobbista, vi mil reviews para por fin decidirme a comprar una sierra de inglete y de todas las marcas, esta tenía el mejor precio (además la conseguí en oferta) por las caracteristicas que tiene y la calidad de materiales. Cortes perfectos sin necesidad de ajustar nada. El disco de corte que trae deja los cortes muy prolijos. Los materiales de primera calidad. El motor es brushless. En fin, una muy buena compra para quieres vamos empezando en la carpinteria, quizá para el profesional les quede corta pero evidentemente no es el publico al que esta dirigido este articulo.

Very pleased with the saw, cuts straight and square. Needed no adjustments out of the box, but wise to check to make sure everything is square. Has sufficient adjustments to ensure squareness. Appears to be solidly built, and of very reasonable quality for a prosumer saw. Out of the box everything moved smoothly, and precisely. The saw blade recess is fairly wide, so would recommend getting some saw miter kerf tape, but this is common with most miter saws. Did not use the blade that came with the saw, replacing it with a higher tooth count crosscut blade, but the blade did not appear to be that bad. The clamp is excellent, holds fast, and easy to lock. The shadow line is excellent, although it is either on or off full time not engaged when pressing the trigger. Not a big deal since it is powered by supply voltage. The handle on top for carrying is nice, as is the multi-handed operational handle. Overall feels sturdy and should last. Dust collection kind of sucks, but that seems to be common to most miter saws. The cut depth adjustment stop seems kind of cheap (essentially a bolt that limits cut depth), but it does work so no big deal. Lastly the blade takes a while to stop, seems there is no blade brake, but the guard deploys quickly so again not a show stopper. Overall seems to be a very good saw, for a very good price.

Es una sierra profesional, muy completa, cortes excelentes y precisos maneja infinidad de ángulos!!! Vale su calidad por el precio!!!

For the money, it’s hard to beat. One thing led to another and my wife decided we needed to replace the carpet in our basement with Laminate flooring. My old Craftsman chop saw just couldn’t cut the boards. So after doing the Rona and Home Depot visits, I ordered this saw. Nothing comes close for the price. It was prefect out of the box. The LED blade shadow, or whatever they call it works really well. Well worth the money!!

Corrobore la precisión del disco de corte y viene perfectamente calibrar. Es toda de acero. El sistema de clampeo es tipo rápido y funciona muy bien. Cortes precisos. El disco es muy bueno. La sombra de la Luz sobre el disco funciona Perfecto en interiores y ayuda a guiarse correctamente.