Mark- I used diablos before the freuds. Good blades. And a fine testimonial.
I had an older Makita and it worked well but with old age it got louder and louder. Think I gave it away.
Apparently I have too many tools. I remembered I have a fourth Mag 77 at home, never abused. I checked this afternoon and it's base is solid and cuts beauifully square.
I'm still interested to hear if there are any newer saws that stand up to abuse inflicted by those who don't pay for their own power tools.
