Best Makita
Makita LS1219L 12-Inch Dual Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw
Makita
Best Makita sliding miter saw. Its case rests on dual-laser shadow line cut guide -- the most useful cut line indicator and dual bevel eliminates flipping the saw for compound miter cuts. One caveat, higher price than DeWalt DWS779.
- Laser guide
- Dual bevel
- 15A motor
- Direct drive
Pros
- Dual-laser shadow line cut guide -- the most useful cut line indicator
- Dual bevel eliminates flipping the saw for compound miter cuts
- Direct-drive motor (no belt) -- less maintenance than belt-drive designs
- The most popular premium alternative to DeWalt among professional finish carpenters
Cons
- Higher price than DeWalt DWS779
- Heavier than some alternatives
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