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Makita LS1221 12-inch Compound Miter saw Kit
Feature: ... 12-inch compound miter saw kit; easily handles a 4 x 6 at 90-degrees; 15 amp motor delivers 4,000 rpm; horizontal D-handle; positive stops at 9 settings; Carbide-tipped blade; fiber-reinforced polycarbonate and aluminum coating; Includes vise, blade, 2 extension wings, socket wrench, dust bag; 24 by 26-1/2 by 23-7/8-inches; 36.4-pounds; 1-year warranty ...more
Customer Reviews — [1] Rating: 5 Date: 2009-09-24 Summary: Long term performer ... I have been working with this saw for seven years. It works better than any other 12" compound miter that I have used. For baseboard, casing and crown it is a production workhorse. Simple to use, light and easy to set up. Cuts great, strong motor, and accurate. Its great for framing, remodeling, decks, siding and trim. If you have to cut a lot of shelving for closets and cabinets, or build a lot of stairs, then a slider is a better choice. For everyone else this is the saw to get. ...more
[2] Rating: 5 Date: 2009-03-03 Summary: awesome saw ... I needed a miter saw for a number of home projects. This was going to be my first time using a miter saw, so I did some research. I was looking for a saw under $300 but that would do a nice job and that I could eventually use for crown molding as well. This saw got some very good reviews, but the one that clinched it for me was that someone said the saw blade that came with the saw made very clean cuts. Reviewers of other similar priced saws said they needed to replace the blade in order to get decent cuts (another ...more
[3] Rating: 5 Date: 2008-09-03 Summary: Actually need to remove a couple of stars here... ... ******UPDATE****** Of course it had to happen. I wrote the original review below based on the Makita saw I bought a number of years ago and a second one that I purchased for my workplace. I recently took another job and, because of my experience with those saws, I purchased another for the new shop. Unfortunately, the saw arrived out of alignment. That does happen sometimes but not often with an item at this price point. We set about trying to align it properly but no matter how much we tried to adjust the fence, the ...more
Editorial Reviews — [1] ... Product Description | Makita LS1221 12" Compound Miter Saw...more
[2] ... Product Review | Why buy a compound miter saw? While a standard miter swings left or right at varying angles of the centerline, a compound miter also swings on a bevel, allowing you to cut a bevel and an angle simultaneously. This is invaluable if you are working on projects that require compound cuts, such as crown molding. As compound miters go, it's hard to do better than the Makita. At just over 36 pounds, this is among the lightest of the 12-inch miters, yet it doesn't feel flimsy at all. The swing arm...more

Makita LS1040 10-Inch Compound Miter saw
Feature: ... Features powerful 15 amp motor and dual post compound pivoting arm; Provides a large capability with cuts 52 degrees right and 47 degrees left with 9 positive stops at 15, 22-1/2, 30, 45 degrees left or right and 0 degrees; Durably designed with a machined aluminum base, dual aluminum base, dual slide rails and a carbide tip blade; Saw includes vertical vise, blade, wrench and triangular rule; Covered by 1-Year warranty ...more
Customer Reviews — [1] Rating: 5 Date: 2009-04-14 Summary: good saw for the money ... I purchaced this saw and it turned out to be a real good buy. I use it all the time and it works well every time. I would recomend it to others. ...more
[2] Rating: 5 Date: 2009-06-19 Summary: Ho Hum, just another solid product from Makita! ... Let me make this short: this is all the miter saw 95% of us need. You can buy bigger, fancier more powerful saws with advanced features but this is all you really need unless you're a full time Pro who does trim and molding etc. all day long. It has a liitle "kick" at start up but when you make the cut it is so quick and so clean you forget it. In fact....I LIKE that little start up boost! This is a well made, well thought out tool and looks like it will last a long time. If its like my other Makita tools I'm sure ...more
[3] Rating: 5 Date: 2009-08-16 Summary: One of the best small miter saws. ... A few years ago I worked in the cabinet shop of a custom motor-coach factory. We had about 12 of these 10" Makita Saws as well as a few larger sliding saws of various brands. We used them all day long to cut moldings and secondary wood to assemble cabinets, and never had a lick of trouble. Out on the main line, they even used the same saw with a carbide blade to cut aluminum extrusions for coach bodies. When they finally started wearing out (after about 5 years of 10 hour work shifts) management replaced them with ...more
Editorial Reviews — ... Review | A favorite on job sites, Makita's 10-inch compound miter saw has a highly dedicated following. Even though it's extremely portable (at 24.2 pounds), Makita's saw also boasts a super sturdy dual-post pivoting arm. A pivot fence adjusts for supporting large stock and flips back for bevel cuts. The saw bevels left up to 45 degrees and miters 45 degrees left and up to 52 degrees right. There's no lack of power here, either: a 15 amp motor spins the blade, plus there's an electric brake that saves you time...more

Makita LS1016LX 10-Inch Dual Slide Compound Miter Saw with Laser and Stand
Feature: ... Largest crown molding cutting capacity in its class.; Compact design with a patented 4-Steel Rail Sliding System further increases rigidity to produce superior cuts.; Exclusive 6 linear ball bearings deliver smooth, solid, and adjustment-free "dead-on" accurate cuts.; Increased capacity for up to 6-5/8" crown molding (vertically nested), 4-3/4" baseboard (vertical), and 12" cross cuts at 90º.; Innovative direct drive gearbox and guard system is engineered for increased vertical cutting capacity. ...more
Editorial Reviews — ... Product Description | Largest crown molding cutting capacity in its class. Compact design with a patented 4-Steel Rail Sliding System further increases rigidity to produce superior cuts. Exclusive 6 linear ball bearings deliver smooth solid and adjustment-free dead-on accurate cuts. Increased capacity for up to 6-5/8 crown molding (vertically nested) 4-3/4 baseboard (vertical) and 12 cross cuts at 90º....more

Factory-Reconditioned Makita 10" Dual Slide Compound Miter Saw W/ Laser LS1016L
Feature: ... Compact design with a patented 4-Steel Rail Sliding System further increases rigidity to produce superior cuts; Exclusive 6 linear ball bearings deliver smooth, solid, and adjustment-free dead-on accurate cuts; Increased capacity for up to 6-5/8" crown molding (vertically nested), 4-3/4" baseboard (vertical), and 12" cross cuts at 90 degrees; Innovative direct drive gearbox and guard system is engineered for increased vertical cutting capacity; Miters 0 - 52 degress left and 0 - 60 degrees right, with positive stops at 0, 15, 22.5, 31.6, and 45 (left and right) ...more
Editorial Reviews — ... Product Description | This is a factory reconditioned power tool. Reconditioned generally means that the tool has been returned to the manufacturer, who brings the tool back to like new condition. Some tools may contain cosmetic blemishes. Includes 10" Dual Slide Compound Miter Saw w/ Laser - LS1016L-R, Vertical Vise - 122854-6, Socket Wrench #13 - 782232-8, Hex Wrench - 783208-8, Dust Bag - 122852-0, Triangular Rule - 762001-3...more

Makita LS1214L 12-Inch Dual Slide Compound Miter Saw with Laser Guide
Feature: ... Built-In laser clearly indicates line of cut with micro-adjustments; independent switch allows laser to be seen with and without the blade rotating; Dual steel rails with dual linear ball bearings ensures stable, accurate and vibration-free cutting; Powerful direct-drive 15-amp motor never slips or bogs down; 9 positive stops at 15, 22.5, 30, and 45 degrees left or right and 0 degrees for the most common miter cuts; additional stop at 33.9 degrees left is added on the LS1214L; 1-year warranty ...more
Customer Reviews — [1] Rating: 5 Date: 2007-03-28 Summary: Great Saw ... I ordered the LS1214L from Grizzly to replace a DeWalt DW716 that I returned and it is super nice. I was hesitant about mail-ordering it b/c of a few reviews about damage during shipping so I checked everything out before signing for the delivery and I'm glad I did. Although there was no damage, Makita does not take any extra care when boxing the unit. In fairness, I don't recall that DeWalt did either (though I purchased it from Home Depot), but I think it's something they both should reconsider now that a lot of ...more
[2] Rating: 5 Date: 2007-02-23 Summary: A great addition to my shop ... This is an awsome saw. it seems to handle what ever I can throw at it.Only thing not to thrilled about is it is little heavy. Happy I don't have to lug around too much. I foung the laser easy to adjust ...more
[3] Rating: 5 Date: 2006-10-24 Summary: Good quality saw ... I bought this saw several months ago and love it. The base is true and accurate. The lazer works ok however it doesn't show up in any sunlight. Makita should definately beef up the intensity on it. It weighs a ton, but so does every other 12" saw on the market. The glides are still smooth after some pretty extensive use so far. It balances well on my dewalt miter saw stand. ...more
Editorial Reviews — ... Product Description | Step up in class to the Makita LS1214L 12-Inch Dual Slide Compound Miter Saw with Laser Guide, and enjoy the rewards: unparalleled power, superior cutting capacity, and a host of user-friendly features. Driven by a high-performance 15-amp, 3,200-rpm direct-drive (not belt drive) motor, this heavy-duty slide-compound saw is engineered to meet the unyielding demands of professional contractors. This reliable workhorse is versatile enough to handle everything from rough-cutting landscaping...more

Makita LS1220X 12-Inch Compound Miter saw
Feature: ... 15 amp motor; 3,200 rpm; Horizontal D-handle for easy, comfortable use; Electronic speed control; Pivoting fence supports larger stock; One-year warranty ...more
Customer Reviews — [1] Rating: 4 Date: 2003-09-02 Summary: Solid machine ... Well built and simple to use like all Makitas. Pretty lightweight too compared to their older models. My only complaint is with the very lightweight kerf boards (strips of plastic under the blade). If you get careless and push the saw down too fast, the blade catches and blows the kerf boards to smithereens. Like a lot of these saws, you really need three hands to change the blade. There's a cover that keeps trying to spring back into place while you're removing/replacing the blade bolt. It draws 15A, so make sure ...more
[2] Rating: 5 Date: 2003-04-07 Summary: The BEST miter saw of ANY type ... I'll tell you right now, I've tried ALL the other saws on the market: miter, compound miter and sliding compound miter in all sizes, and this saw is the best. I think the sliding saws are over priced and more-apt to run out of alignment and bog down in heavy materials. They also require dedicated work stations that make them as unwieldy as the radial arm saw you are probably trying to replace. The 10" compound miter saws, while more affordable, lack the cutting capacity and, frankly, are not getting the design and ...more
[3] Rating: 4 Date: 2002-11-13 Summary: well designed & constructed miter saw ... I have owned the original LS1220 for several years and have been pleased with the performance. I see Makita has upgraded the blade from a 24 tooth to a 70 tooth blade for smoother cutting. I have been waiting for the orginal Makita blade to wear enough to rationalize getting a nicer blade. My only quibbles so far concern the plastic retractable blade sheath which is flimsy compared to the rest of the saw, and the sawdust collection bag which I quickly replaced with a home made adaptor for my Fein vacuum. ...more