For those unfamiliar with the Bosch brand of power tools, let me just start out by saying that they are very well engineered, high quality tools. I’ve owned a number of Bosch tools over the years and they have never let me down, which is one of the reasons why I started my search for a miter saw with Bosch. Read More Here…
If you aren’t familiar with DEWALT’s tools, then you really are missing out. All of my “go to” tools are from DEWALT and they never let me down, so of course I had to have one of their miter saws on my list. This model, the DEWALT DW716, is a 12-inch double bevel compound miter saw with a powerful 15A motor that spins the included carbide blade at 3600 RPM. Translation? Smooth, clean cuts every time. Read More Here…
I have quite a few Makita tools already (which I’m very happy with), so naturally I began my search with their line of miter saws. The Makita LS1216L is a real work horse. It’s a 12-inch dual slide compound miter saw. Translation? Extreme versatility. This model is capable of miter cuts ranging from 0-52˚ left and 0-60˚ right as well as bevel cuts from 0-45˚ left and right. This gives you the ability to perform a wide range of cuts, which means you can tackle pretty much any project.
This model also boasts a number of other great features including an independent laser for increased precision, electronic speed control, a powerful 15 amp direct drive motor and easy one touch miter locks. Read More Here…
The C10FSB from Hitachi carries on their tradition of superior craftsmanship and engineering. For a power tool lover like me, this miter saw is truly beautiful to behold. It’s a 12 amp, 10-inch dual bevel sliding compound miter saw. Translation: it’s extremely flexible and will plow through just about anything you throw at it. Read More Here…
The Hitachi C10FCH2 is 10” compound miter saw featuring a powerful 15 amp motor and a laser guide for pinpoint accuracy when making your cuts. With a 0˚ to 52˚ degree miter angle range to the left and right, you have amazing flexibility in cutting stock for you projects. You can also perform bevel cuts anywhere from 0˚ to 45˚ making the Hitachi C10FCH2 even more versatile. Read More Here…
Today I’m going to look at the Ridgid MS1065LZA. If you haven’t heard of Ridgid before, then all you need to know is that they are serious about putting out very high quality tools that get the job done right, period. The MS1065LZA miter saw is a 10” compound miter saw that features an Exactline adjustable laser guide for more accurate cuts. It runs on a 15 amp motor, which gives it plenty of power and a 2 ½ inch dust port which helps to keep your workspace clean. Read More Here…
The MS1290LZA is made by Ridgid, a company with a legendary reputation for high quality, long lasting tools. After doing my research on the Ridgid MS1290LZA, it’s clear the reputation is well deserved. This 12-inch compound sliding miter saw is versatile to the extreme. As a compound sliding miter saw, it allows you to tackle large stock easily thanks to the sliding motion of the blade. It also features a dual bevel, which allows the blade arm to swivel left or right to perform bevel cuts from 0˚ to 47˚ and miter cuts from 0˚ to 60˚ . Read More Here…
If you’re not familiar with Hitachi, they are known for long lasting, well crafted tools that really get the job done. Based on all of my research so far, the Hitachi C8FSE is no different. This model is an 8 ½ inch sliding compound miter saw, which gives it incredible flexibility to perform a wide variety of different miter and bevel cuts of varying degrees. Read More Here…
I’ve always loved Hitachi tools because they are well engineered and made to last. Judging by what I’ve seen so far, the C12FDH stays true to the high standards Hitachi is known for. It’s a 12-inch dual bevel miter saw with an added laser guide for increased precision. It runs on a 15 amp heavy duty motor that puts out 1950 watts of raw cutting power, which means you’ll have no trouble with hardwood stock or even aluminum. Read More Here…
I’m a huge Hitachi fan because they always deliver high quality, well engineered tools — not cheap knockoffs. Their tools are really built to last and judging by what I’ve seen so far, the C8FSHE definitely lives up to the Hitachi name. This 8 ½ inch sliding compound miter saw is decked out with tons of features, making it very versatile. It has a powerful 9.2 amp motor that runs at 5500 RPM, which allows you to make smooth, clean cuts every time. Read More Here…