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DW718 12-in. Sliding Compound-Miter Saw Review

This saw is lightweight, compact, and an excellent choice for those who install a lot of tall baseboard and large crown molding

By Kit Camp

The DeWalt saw is the lightest, most compact of the bunch, and I found it the easiest to carry. This saw is an excellent choice for those who install a lot of tall baseboard and large crown molding, or for just about anyone who has to pack and unpack a saw every day. I was sorry to see that the 718 didn’t include the excellent vernier scale indicator DeWalt features on its nonsliding miter saws.

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Overall RatingN/A

Manufacturer Specifications:

ManufacturerDeWalt
Manufacturer's Web Sitewww.dewalt.com
Manufacturer's Phone Number800-433-9258
Weight58 lb.
DimensionsN/A
Max Width of Cut (90/45 degrees)N/A
Max Depth of Cut6-1/2 in.
Max Miter/Bevel60 degrees left; 51 degrees right / 50 degrees left and right
Double BevelYes
LaserNo
Amps15
VoltsN/A
Blade Size12 in.
Blade TypeCarbide
Noise rating107 db.
Noise rating107 db.

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