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Makita - LS1214FL 12-in. Sliding Compound-Miter Saw

The Makita is beautifully engineered in every way, and it is relatively small and lightweight

$580.00 (As of 3/5/2008)

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Editor's Review: Testing 12-in. Sliding Compound-Miter Saws

by Kit Camp review date: March 5, 2008

The Makita is beautifully engineered in every way, and it is relatively small and lightweight. The saw has the ideal combination of a large table and a small footprint, and it also has plenty of handholds to make it comparatively easy to carry. The main strike against this saw is that it has a more-limited range of miter and bevel angles than its competitors. Also, because the miter-scale indicator is on the surface of the cutting table, it’s often covered by the stock being cut. In the end, the Makita narrowly beat the Bosch for best overall.

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Manufacturer Specifications

Manufacturer	Makita
Manufacturer's Web Site	www.makita.com
Manufacturer's Phone Number	800-462-5482
Weight	61 lb.
Dimensions	28-1/2 in. long x 20-1/2 in. wide x 28-1/4 in. high
Max Width of Cut (90/45 degrees)	N/A
Max Depth of Cut	5 in.
Max Miter/Bevel	53 degrees left; 47 degrees right / 45 degrees left and right
Double Bevel	Yes
Laser	Yes
Amps	15
Volts	N/A
Blade Size	12 in.
Blade Type	70-tooth carbide
Noise rating	111 db.

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