Sliding Miter Saw Shop Reviews – The Milwaukee 6955-20 12-Inch Dual Bevel Compound Sliding Miter Saw is a well-constructed saw and is praised by many users for its accuracy and quality parts. Many reviewers commented on the constant power technology feature which provides a constant RPM of 3,250 while under load or free spinning.
Sliding Miter Saw Shop Reviews – The Bosch GCM12SD 12-Inch Dual Bevel Compound Glide-Sliding Miter Saw is a revolutionary change in the design of sliding miter saws. This saw does not actually slide using linear ball bearings traversing a rail; it glides along an axis supported by two articulating arms set on perpendicularly opposed planes. It’s a stunning saw to look at initially as most of us cannot help but to push it back and forth just to see how it works and feels. Only time will tell how this innovative design is accepted by the woodworking community.
Sliding Miter Saw Shop Reviews – The Makita LS1216L 12-Inch Dual Bevel Compound Sliding Miter Saw delivers the largest crown cutting capacity in its class and a cross-cutting capacity second only to the DeWalt 718. It has a patented 4-Steel Rail Sliding System that further increases rigidity to produce superior cuts, and an exclusive 6 linear ball bearing design for smooth, adjustment-free, “dead-on” accurate cuts. The LS1216L is ideal for shop use on the bench-top or job-site use, as well as high-production/manufacturing settings where repeated cuts over an extended period are required.
Sliding Miter Saw Shop Reviews – The DeWalt DW718 12-Inch Double Bevel Compound Sliding Miter Saw is equipped with a number of features that takes it to the pinnacle of the 12 inch sliding miter saw class. Tall fences support large crown and baseboard molding pieces. An innovative back fence design allows a 90 degree cut capacity of 2 X 16 inches.
Sliding Miter Saw Shop Reviews – The Bosch 5412L 12-Inch Dual Bevel Compound Sliding Miter Saw incorporates several features which boost productivity by affording the user more accurate clean cuts as well as faster saw adjustments with upfront controls. The wide table coupled with table extensions and included hold down clamps assist in stabilizing longer work-pieces for clean cuts.
Sliding Miter Saw Shop Reviews – The Hitachi C12RSH 15 Amp 12-Inch Dual Bevel Compound Sliding Miter Saw is loaded with features to enhance any users ability to output great trim work. Micro-adjustment knobs on both the miter and bevel scales allow the user dial in that precise angle for perfect fits. Other features include a hinged fence that pivots over to elongate the width of the fence as well a rather unique sliding rail system that allows the user to lock either side of the rail slide.
Sliding Miter Saw Shop Reviews – The Ridgid MS1290LZA 12-inch Dual Bevel Compound Sliding Miter Saw is not only a superbly designed saw, it’s the price champion—the best combination of value and features. The manufacturer’s excellent planning is clearly present in this tool: The laser blade locator is spot-on, the large deck is extra-stable and an excellent miter-adjustment handle. It has a large miter and bevel capacity, too. It’s got good start-up and seems to be among the toughest built. The hold-down is well-made and functional.
Sliding Miter Saw Shop Reviews – The Festool Kapex KS 120 Dual bevel Compound Sliding Miter Saw is the finest 10 inch saw on the market and the most expensive. It is supplied with features unheard of on sliding miter saws. The rail forward design allows the saw to operate against a wall or window as the cutting head slides on fixed rails. The saw is constructed with safety playing a large part in the design illustrated by the somewhat cumbersome safety/trigger switch. Dual lasers mark exactly where the blade removes material and they are adjustable in the event any misalignment occurs. Excellent dust collection capabilities are unmatched on any other sliding miter saw.
Sliding Miter Saw Shop Reviews – The Hitachi C10FSH 10-Inch Dual Bevel Compound Sliding Miter Saw with Laser is has been the trim carpenter’s workhorse for many years. No need for any fancy frills, this saw is tough, accurate and quiet. The sliding rail setup is smooth and rigid for accurate cuts. Electronic speed control maintains consistent rpm and allows for tough cuts through hardwood. Soft start technology reduces start-up jolts resulting in more comfort while working.
Sliding Miter Saw Shop Reviews – The DeWalt DW717 10-Inch Double Bevel Compound Sliding Miter Saw delivers, whether you’re cutting 2 by 4’s for framing, baseboards or crown molding. Some users liked the cam lock for the miter settings as compared to the turn knob that was featured on older models. The miter detent override works well and it’s rather easy to dial in very minor adjustments of less than .25 degree by hand.
Sliding Miter Saw Shop Reviews – The Makita LS1016L 10-Inch Dual Bevel Compound Sliding Miter Saw replaces the Makita LS1013 which was an excellent saw when it was introduced so many years ago. The Makita LS1016L features a patented four steel rail sliding system coupled with six linear ball bearings through which the rails slide resulting in smooth, adjustment-free, “dead-on” accurate cuts. The ability to cut vertically nested 6-5/8 inch crown molding and 4-3/4 inch baseboard set vertically against the fence is made possible by Makita’s patented Retractable Rear Guard system.
Sliding Miter saw Shop Reviews – The vast majority of users loved this saw first for its 15 amp motor which made short work of all stock placed on the work-table. Users were also impressed by the accuracy out of the box and the fact that the 8-1/2 inch blade had no deflection as compared to the larger diameter 10 and 12 inch blades. This saw is all power squeezed into a small package.
Sliding Miter Saw Shop Reviews – The Makita LS0714 Quad 10 Amp 7-1/2-Inch Compound Sliding Miter saw features a very light machine that makes it a breeze to move around on the job site. The four steel rail, four linear ball bearing system keeps the Makita LS0714 cutting straight and with a silky smooth movement. This saw is not as fancy looking as some of the other offerings but its build and cut quality are second to none.