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Makita LS1214F 15 Amp 12-Inch Dual Bevel Sliding Compound Miter saw with Fluorescent Light
Makita LS1214F 12" Dual Slide Compound Miter Saw, Fluorescent lamp FEATURES: Built-in high output, fluorescent light illuminates cutting edge and increases visibility with a bulb that lasts 2,000 hours on average Dual steel rails with two linear ball bearings ensures stable, accurate and vibration-free cutting Powerful 15 AMP motor delivers 3,200 RPM 9 positive stops at 15°, 22.5°, 31.6°, 45° left or right and at 0° for the most common miter cuts Bevel positive stops at 33.9° and 45° left with 45° right Electronic speed control maintains constant speed under load for smooth cutting; soft start feature for smooth startups Single cast base with built-in wrench storage for easy access Smooth easy slide system allows cross cuts up to 12-1/8" wide Large turn base and adjustable pivot fence for supporting larger stock Large, easy to read scale for miter cuts up to 52° right and 47° left INCLUDES: 12" x 70T Carbide-Tipped Blade (A-94443) Vertical vise (122571-8) 2 ea. Extension wing (322932-4) Sub-Fence (right)(153898-5) Dust bag (122523-9) Socket wrench #13 (782223-9) Triangular rule (762001-3) SPECIFICATIONS: Blade Diameter 12" Arbor 1" No Load RPM 3,200 AMPS 15.0 Size(L x W x H) 20-1/2 x 28-1/2 x 27-1/2 Net Weight (lbs.) 52.5 UPC Code 088381056465 Shipping Weight (lbs.) 75.0
Here?s a formidable contender in the compound miter saw market with all the features you want in a high-end saw, plus one. We had high expectations for this saw, and we were not disappointed. Cutting is smooth, quiet, accurate and completely free of vibration, and the soft start is a nice feature. The 15-amp motor delivers 3,200 rpm, and electronic speed control maintains consistency under different loads. A common miter saw beef for us is a hard-to-read scale, but this one?s large, clear and easy on the eyes, which we really appreciate. There are nine positive stops: 0 degrees, and left and right at 15, 22.5, 31.6 and 45 degrees, and bevels can be set from 0 to 45 degrees left and right. Capacities are great, too ? in the upright and center position, the saw will cut workpieces up to 4-1/2 inches high and 12-1/8 inches wide. A 45-degree left bevel still lets you cut stock 2-5/8 inches high and 12 inches wide, accommodating even the widest trim and moldings. The only thing we?d change on this model is moving the rear bevel lever up front, but it?s not a big detractor. It does take a little muscle to set a bevel angle, but again, it?s not much of a mark against a saw that performs so beautifully. We like the vertical clamp on this saw; it?s quick to adjust and holds like a champ. Even the dust collection system, usually a notch above ineffective on most miter saws, is impressive, keeping the cutting line surprisingly clean. The thing we found coolest about this saw is a small detail, but one you don?t see often: a built-in fluorescent light. It illuminates the workpiece cut line exactly where you want it, and it?s always right at your fingertips. Makita says the bulb will last some 2,000 hours, but we didn?t stick around to check that out. Take care, though, as the bulb does get quite warm. There are a lot of compound miters on the market, but this one is definitely at the head of the class. Contractors and exacting woodworkers will love it.--Kris Jensen-Van Heste
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Makita LS1214F 15 Amp 12-Inch Dual Bevel Sliding Compound Miter saw with Fluorescent Light Reviews
Wish I had one like this ten years ago. Could not believe the quality of the cut.
The only complaints I have is the bevel index in the table, which is easy to get used to, and it seems to hang a little when the blade is fully extended to make a long cut and the fact that you don't get a 60 degree bevel like the belted sliders. I have saws with lasers and feel they are overrated anyone who uses a saw day to day will always use the blade, it's proven to me to be much more accurate.
The blade it comes with is a surprisingly excellent blade. There are so may times when I am in a basement with very little light and have to make some cuts to trim something out.
I definitely would highly rate this saw for the jobsite. The soft start feature is very helpful and the fluorescent light is a must have.
Have also used the Makita with the laser as well and like this one better. That extra bevel cappacity is nice to have doing stairs.
The way this saw folds up to carry is by far the best of all the sliders we've used (ex: Bosch, Dewalt, Rigid, Hitachi).
I decided it was worth the hassle to have it fixed under warranty. Unfortunately it wasn't the quality I expected. That's why I'm giving this saw a 3-star review, it could have been a lot worse. I'm not sure. I was going to send it back to Amazon but decided to opt for warranty work at a local authorized repair center (30 miles away).
Will I buy another Makita product. I really believe I just happened to get the one that had problems. Amazon, for their part, did make a price adjustment along with a great instant discount at the beginning of the sale. I read the reviews here at Amazon and decided to go with this model sliding compound saw. My saw arrived with a bent blade and bad linear bearings. The repair center currently fixing my saw is also a big plus for Makita's reputation.
Time will tell if this saw goes the distance after being fixed. I'm pleased with how Amazon helped with the post-sale problems.
I had previously bought an angle finder from your site and they worked great together.I now feel like an expert. After seeing your E-mail offer with $150 dollars off and a free 18 volt Makita drill with a rebate for puchasing the Miter saw, I could not pass up the chance. The ease of operation and sliding option made the job quite easy. Having just refinished and installed new hardwood floors in my kitchen, I thought I would give a try installing the oak trim. I contemplated buying a miter saw. Keep the offers coming. There were a few operator errors when I first started but once I got the hand of it, it was a snap. I must tell you the saw worked great.
overall i love the purchase and amazon beat out everybody's price. i was advise to get a rigid miter saw stand from home depot. never used one before. who knows. very nice cut in my opinion for a blade that came from the factory. good move and good advise.
once again, thanks amazon for making me a happy customer. i would think that they would just include an ok blade. i've never owned a miter saw before. but for a first timer on a miter saw, it went so smooth. amazon also shipped it out real fast too.
saw came right out of the box ready to be use.
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