knightyme Posted December 9, 2016 Report Share Posted December 9, 2016 While my move from my current Delta 4-694 to a DW-788 isn't imminent (I tend to give these things a lot of thought and study), I did have a question that I could not find answered anywhere else. I found a HEAP of questions/answers at the link I've posted below. In one of the responses, I read where the DW-788 uses 51/4" blades. On my Delta, I use 5" blades. Now, granted I'm still very new to this hobby and that 1/4" may not make ANY difference, however, it's one of those things I want to be certain of, since I have a particular blade that I prefer to use, that happens to only come in 5" (that I know of). Can anyone expound on this? Thanks!! Questions/Answers https://www.amazon.com/ask/questions/asin/B000022313/ref=ask_dp_dpmw_ql_hza Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrampaJim Posted December 9, 2016 Report Share Posted December 9, 2016 Standard 5" blades are all I have ever used in my Dewalt. They work just fine. knightyme 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knightyme Posted December 9, 2016 Author Report Share Posted December 9, 2016 Standard 5" blades are all I have ever used in my Dewalt. They work just fine. Thanks Jim, I just now read where standard 5" blades work fine, on another thread. Much appreciated! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ike Posted December 9, 2016 Report Share Posted December 9, 2016 (edited) I never herd that the DW 78 used d51/4 blade I use the standard %' blade. but some times it is a tight fit loading but then i have plenty of blade left over when I set the rtension. IKE Edited December 9, 2016 by ike knightyme 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilverSliver Posted December 9, 2016 Report Share Posted December 9, 2016 I noted that on my 694 that there is on "stop" on either the top or bottom holder. So in theory, one could use a 6 inch (or more?) blade, such as a coping saw. One would have to remove the pins to make it fit. Since the 694 is a clone of the 788, it should work on either one. I have not tried it. May have to experiment with that some day. LOL knightyme 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucky2 Posted December 9, 2016 Report Share Posted December 9, 2016 Ron, it wouldn't matter if the blade was 1/4" longer. You could either cut the excess off, or, you could just leave it 5 1/4" and feed the excess through the lower clamp. Len tomsteve and knightyme 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amazingkevin Posted December 10, 2016 Report Share Posted December 10, 2016 very observant! knightyme 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparkey Posted December 10, 2016 Report Share Posted December 10, 2016 I have a DW 788. The 5 inch blades work fine. In fact they are long enough that I leave the extra in the bottom clamp. I have had blades break at the top clamp and had enough extra at the bottom that I just move the blade up and am back in business. knightyme 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BBerguson Posted December 11, 2016 Report Share Posted December 11, 2016 I can't answer your question but will make a comment about the Dewalt 788... I noticed this morning that Rockler has the saw and table for $499. That's a good deal from what I've seen, not sure how long that price is in effect. Bryan knightyme 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparkey Posted December 11, 2016 Report Share Posted December 11, 2016 It's $489 at Amazon with free two day shipping with prime. knightyme 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmaker Posted January 19, 2017 Report Share Posted January 19, 2017 Dewalt DW788 is on sale at Grizzly Industrial with stand & light for $499. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WayneMahler Posted January 19, 2017 Report Share Posted January 19, 2017 All the blades I order are 5". If they are pinless I seriously doubt it would matter. I run an EX-21 and no matter what blade @ 5" they all work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodmaster1 Posted March 12, 2017 Report Share Posted March 12, 2017 I have used the Dewalt 788 and just got the Delta 40-694 to me your move is a lateral move same saw different package. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerry1939 Posted March 12, 2017 Report Share Posted March 12, 2017 I have used the Dewalt 788 and just got the Delta 40-694 to me your move is a lateral move same saw different package. I have a 40-694. If you look at the schematic for each, they appear to be 95% identical. Have read on this site that the Delta is harder to get parts for. Would bet that 788 parts would work fine. Everyone has their own opinion. I didn't feel that yellow paint is $100 prettier. It is possible the motor mounts are different. I don't know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnRB Posted March 13, 2017 Report Share Posted March 13, 2017 I use a DELTA 40-694, think it is one of the best ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tuner Posted March 13, 2017 Report Share Posted March 13, 2017 I had already decided to wait and get a delta, I also tend to read and learn b4 jumping ..after the comments here I am glad to wait a bit longer. No doubt the DeWalt is everything it's owners say but I also feel I am paying for the name. As far as the parts issue yea Delta hurt them self's and it will take a while to gain the trust they had back, right now your looking at a 5 year warranty ( yes I know what warrantys are worth 😖) but it shows they may be trying . I would think it was the corporate VIP's and bean counters that started the problem because the tools have never been junk , I have used many without problems. Well that was a nice rant, now I'll go take my medication 😕 😠Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodmaster1 Posted March 13, 2017 Report Share Posted March 13, 2017 I just got my 40-694 a couple of days ago. It appears they listen to negatives my air hose was attached and the saw runs smooth. As far as parts I checked their web site and parts are available also ereplacement has parts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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