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705 Compound-Miter Saw Review

This compound-miter saw from DeWalt comes with a 60-tooth carbide blade

By Rick Arnold, Mike Guertin

This well-made 12-in. compound-miter saw offers decent cutting capacities at a fair price. Its blade guard limits the height capacity of stock set against the fence, however. For example, the blade housing permits an upright cut of 5-3/4 in., but the guard allows only 4-1/2 in. of clearance near the fence. It comes with a 60-tooth carbide blade.

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Editor Test Results:

Overall RatingN/A

Manufacturer Specifications:

ManufacturerDeWalt
Manufacturer's Web Sitewww.dewalt.com
Manufacturer's Phone Number800-433-9258
Weight40 lb.
DimensionsN/A
Max Width of Cut (90/45 degrees)8 in. at 90 degrees; 5-1/2 in. at 45 degrees
Max Depth of Cut4-1/2 in.
Max Miter/Bevel48 degrees left and right / 45 degrees left
Double BevelNo
LaserNo
Amps15
VoltsN/A
Blade Size12 in.
Blade Type60-tooth carbide

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