JOUNJIP Mini Miter Cut-Off Chop Saw for Hobby Miniature Model Making, Carbon Arrow Shafts, Zinc Stained Glass Came, 223/5.56 Brass - Cuts Max. 1/2" High x 1/2" Wide or 1/4" H x 3/4" W

The saw works very well for cutting brass tubing and the materials listed in the description. It's easy to use and is a good value for the price. Its small size is ideal for the its purpose. I've only had it less than a week and cannot comment on durability. As cautioned in the description it is a hobbyist tool and not made for heavy duty production. The reason I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 is that the saw blade has loosened several times during operation. I've had to stop work and tighten the screw that holds the blade. The last time the blade loosened I had great difficulty removing the screw and found that the screw threads (but not the female threads in the tool) were stripped. I used the tool only to cut thin brass tubing of 1/4" diameter and, thus, do not overload the tool. The screw is metric and I have metric dies and taps. I cleaned up the screw threads. I made another 30 cuts and the saw blade remained tight. I contacted Jounjip via email and they replied within half-an-hour with three remedies: 1. Apply a small drop of blue Loctite to the screw threads, 2. Make sure the blade washers are seated evenly, and 3. avoid over-tightening the screw. After further use I'll update this review. Overall I really like the cut-off saw and can recommend it. Update October 15, 2025: Since making adjustments 2 and 3 above recommended by Jounjip, I cut 50 pieces of brass tubing with no problems. The cuts were quick and accurate. I've changed my review to 5 stars. I assume that the saw blade was not correctly mounted when I received the saw new in the box. Update 10/21/25 Superb customer service!! This morning, I received a new cut-off saw. Per my previous update I had “fixed” the issues with the saw and was completely surprised to receive a new saw. If I could, I would give Jon of JOUNJIP 5+ stars. Highly recommend that if you are considering a mini-cut-off saw buy from JOUNJIP!

I make miniature rollercoaster models (1:450 scale and smaller) and work with N scale model trains so I'm always looking for ways to get a clean cut on small pieces of wood and polystyrene. To that end I've purchased 3 different specialty tools that used razor blades as the cutter, each one left a slightly ragged edge and in many cases distorted the material so the 45 degree cuts weren't accurate. This little saw makes perfect cuts every time, and it's faster and easier to use than anything else I've tried. The instruction book is well written and complete, and the build quality is better than I expected for the price. I did make a few minor modifications so it works better for me. These include: set screw holding vise plate in place so it moves more freely. Cut down and added deeper knurling to the vise knobs. Removed the "safety" device. Built a base out of 1/2" plywood with storage space underneath, the base has neodymium magnets underneath so the saw stays in place on my metal bench.

I bought this for the explicit purpose of cutting plastic pipes for building water-cooled PCs with hardlines. Anything has to be better than using a hacksaw. I actually saw this product being used by JayzTwoCents on his channel, and decided to try it out myself. For that purpose, it does a wonderful job - the cuts are easy to make, very clean, and very quick. However, the reason that this is only 4 stars is that the safety features of the thing are extremely sketch. There should be a guard for the blade - I get that this price point, not a good idea, but I went thru the whole exercise expecting to lose fingers and was pleasantly surprised when I did not.

As someone who recently took up leaded stained glass as a hobby, I was frustrated at not being able to neatly cut lead came at the needed angle. No matter what I used (chisel, nippers, lead came knife) it always was imperfect and often mangled. This mini miter cut-off saw enables me to cut precise angles and the cuts are perfectly smooth. Because my workbench is 36 inches high, it was hard for me to bend over to set the saw for making a cut. I solved this by mounting the saw on a sturdy 12-inch-high block of hardwood and it is now very easy to clamp a piece of came in place, adjust the angle and make the cut. It's a nice machine at an even nicer price.

I love this JOUNJIP Mini Miter Cut-Off Chop Saw! This tool does a fantastic job for my needs; it's safe, compact, easy to use, quiet and precise... and the after sale support is excellent! Everything you want in Customer service -- ***** courteous professionals that stands behind their product *****

Pros: Cute looking. Cons: Cannot cut soft brass for lamps, or threaded lamp pipe, bogs down and won't cut. Makes horrible high pitched noise like ringing, I suspect the bearings are bad. Has little to no torque, no cutting power whatsoever. The fact that this bogs down, with no real presure on the handle letting the blade do the work, means it hasn't the power to cut much of anything. No way to control the speed so cannot even use it for plastics as it melts them. Cuts are not square vertically, blade tilts inward towards the vice with no way to adjust it. Under powered in every way even for mini hobby applications. Conclusion: Retuning a few days after recieving it, would have returned the same day as it arrived but I bought the bundle with extra blades and belts and they split them all into seperate deliveries over several days. If you want a saw for even the softest metals look elsewhere because this is a piece of fancy looking junk.

As others have commented, this saw is dangerous. The on-off switch is completely separate from the handle that lowers the blade. If you are accustomed to using chop saws, you will be used to having the on-off switch integral with the handle. You let go of the handle, and the blade stops. When using this saw, you have to forget that habit. You switch it on, make the cut, raise the handle, and the blade keeps running, quite close to the material you have been cutting. Instinctively you reach for that material-- No. You have to remember to switch off the power BEFORE you reach for the material. You will be switching the saw on and off before and after every single cut (unless you have a reckless disposition). It would be unwise to give this to a young person. Also be sure to clamp the tool to a bench, using the supplied clamp. Trip over the power cord while this thing is running, and it will keep running while it cuts anything in its path. Severely. Aside from that--it is cheaply made but made clean cuts in thin dowel, which was what I wanted. The spare blade, abrasive discs, and spare drive belt are nice to have, but I wonder why I need the spare drive belt. Is the one pre-fitted to the product liable to fail? Time will tell. It is noisy; I think most of the noise comes from the toothed belt. I have a much better miniature saw, beautifully made in USA, but it cost almost $1,000. This one is more like a toy, for very small jobs.

never write reviews but this saw is incredible. perfect for modifying golf club shafts with limited workbench space. customer service is unrivaled as well.

Exactly as described, works very weel

I just received this chop saw and already love it. I use it to cut zinc framing for stained glass. I have a small studio - it is compact yet does an amazing job. The cut is so clean the zinc doesn't have burrs. If you find saws a bit frightening this one is very safe - the included vise firmly held it on my work table and the directions show you how to use it safely. I practiced with some scrap first to ensure I knew how to align the blade to the desired cut line . Truly one of the best purchases I've made in a long time!!

Works well for cutting zinc came for stained glass🙂

This product is grate to use for many small jobs

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