Video Tool Review: Makita LS1214FL 12-in Sliding Compound-Miter Saw

California finish carpenter Kit Camp tried out six of the newest top-of-the-line 12-in. sliding compound-miter saws and rated them on their vertical capacity, miter range, bevel range, noise level, and other features. In this video, he points out what he feels are the positive and negative attributes of this Makita model.

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