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LS1214FL 12-in. Sliding Compound-Miter Saw Review

The Makita is beautifully engineered in every way, and it is relatively small and lightweight

By Kit Camp

The Makita is beautifully engineered in every way, and it is relatively small and lightweight. The saw has the ideal combination of a large table and a small footprint, and it also has plenty of handholds to make it comparatively easy to carry. The main strike against this saw is that it has a more-limited range of miter and bevel angles than its competitors. Also, because the miter-scale indicator is on the surface of the cutting table, it’s often covered by the stock being cut. In the end, the Makita narrowly beat the Bosch for best overall.

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Editor Test Results:

Overall RatingN/A

Manufacturer Specifications:

ManufacturerMakita
Manufacturer's Web Sitewww.makita.com
Manufacturer's Phone Number800-462-5482
Weight61 lb.
Dimensions28-1/2 in. long x 20-1/2 in. wide x 28-1/4 in. high
Max Width of Cut (90/45 degrees)N/A
Max Depth of Cut5 in.
Max Miter/Bevel53 degrees left; 47 degrees right / 45 degrees left and right
Double BevelYes
LaserYes
Amps15
VoltsN/A
Blade Size12 in.
Blade Type70-tooth carbide
Noise rating111 db.
Noise rating111 db.

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