2 best makita miter saws

Product description

The Makita 10” dual-bevel sliding compound Miter saw with laser (model LS1019L) delivers large cutting capacity and accuracy right out of the box. With the LS1019L, you'll get all the cutting performance you need in a slide compound saw, but with the most compact size in the Category for increased portability. With up to 6-5/8” capacity (crown molding, nested) jobs like cutting baseboards and crown molding are a snap, but with up to 4-3/4” baseboard, capacity, it can cut 4x4 dimensional lumber in one pass. It's ideal for fine woodworking, carpentry, general construction, and more. The LS1019L is powered by a 15 amp direct drive motor with soft start, a key point of difference. This means smoother start-ups and consistent, Constant power with No belts to slip or replace. The Electric brake provides added convenience. The LS1019L will tackle the most demanding jobs while keeping production high.

• 10" slide miter saw with the Crown molding cutting capacity (6-5/8" nested) of a 12" miter saw
• Linear ball bearing system engineered to deliver "dead-on" accurate cuts
• Innovative direct drive gearbox and guard system is engineered for increased vertical cutting capacity (5-1/4")
• Unique 2-steel rail sliding system design offers single slide-glide operation; reducing saw's footprint and allowing operation flush against a wall
• Less weight (57.9 lbs.) and the most compact design in its Class for easy jobsite portability

User questions & answers

Question:	How close is the laser to the cut line? Does the laser line move as you lower the saw blade
Answer:	I'm not aware of any movement of the laser as you are lowering the saw down. Although the purpose of the laser is to be able to cut a mark line when the saw is in upright position.
Question:	Does this saw come with the extension wings like its pictured
Answer:	Yes they are included, they are attached to the saw. Loosen the thumb screw and slide them out.
Question:	As of Mar 2018, Does it still cut an arc when sliding, as opposed to a straight line
Answer:	Mine does not. Be careful with damaged packaging and saw impact
Question:	Does the laser show both sides of the blade, that is is it a dual laser? Also does the laser have a separate switch or is it centrifical
Answer:	The laser is on one line only and it can be switched left or right of the blade. There is a separate ON/OFF switch for the laser

Product features

Makita LS1019L 10" Dual-Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw with Laser

The Makita 10” Dual-Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw with Laser (model LS1019L) delivers large cutting capacity and accuracy right out of the box. With the LS1019L, you'll get all the cutting performance you need in a slide compound saw, but with the most compact size in the category for increased portability. With up to 6-5/8” capacity (crown molding, nested) jobs like cutting baseboards and crown molding are a snap, but with up to 5-1/4” baseboard, capacity, it can cut 4x4 dimensional lumber in one pass. It's ideal for fine woodworking, carpentry, general construction, and more.

The LS1019L is powered by a 15 AMP direct drive motor with soft start, a key point of difference. This means smoother start-ups and consistent, constant power with no belts to slip or replace. The electric brake provides added convenience. The LS1019L will tackle the most demanding jobs while keeping production high.

LS1019L Includes:

Vertical Vise (122854-6).

Dust Bag (122852-0).

Triangular Rule (762001-3).

10" x 5/8" 60T Micro-Polished Miter Saw Blade.

Hex Wrench 6 (781044-6).

Product description

The Makita 12” dual-bevel sliding compound Miter saw with laser (model LS1219L) combines capacity, accuracy and efficient dust extraction in a more compact size, with a unique 2-steel rail sliding system that offers a reduced footprint for operation flush against a wall. The innovative direct-drive gearbox and guard system is engineered for increased vertical cutting capacity of baseboard (6-3/4”) and crown molding (8” nested). it will also make 15” crosscuts at 90 degrees. The saw miters 0° to 60° left and right, with positive stops at 0°, 15°, 22.5°, 31.6°, 45° and 60° (left or right). the bevel Lock is located in the front of the saw for easy access and Quick adjustments from 0° to 48° (left and right). the saw is powered by a 15 amp direct drive motor with soft start, a key point of difference. Direct drive enables smoother start-ups and consistent, Constant power with No belts to slip or replace. The Electric brake provides added convenience. In addition, the electronic speed control maintains Constant speed under load for smoother, higher-quality cutting. Additional features include a high-quality 60T carbide-tipped blade, and a see-through blade guard system for greater visibility of the blade and line-of-cut. The built-in laser indicates the line-of-cut whether the blade is turning or not, and offers micro-adjustments for precise “left-of-blade” or “right-of-blade” cutting. It has dual dust Collection ports for improved dust Collection capability for use with a bag (included) or vacuum (sold separately). it also has a large-sized aluminum base that improves the stability of cutting stock for more efficient cutting.

• Unique 2-steel rail sliding system design offers single slide-glide operation; reduced saw footprint allows operation flush against a wall
• Increased capacity for up to 8" Crown molding (vertically nested), 6-3/4" baseboard (vertical), and 15" crosscuts at 90
• In-front bevel lock for convenient operation
• Dual dust collection ports provide excellent dust extraction performance
• Innovative direct drive motor and guard system is engineered for increased vertical cutting capacity (6-3/4")

User questions & answers

Question:	can you turn the laser off
Answer:	Yes
Question:	Has it led light
Answer:	Yes
Question:	I’m considering the dewalt and bosch versions of this saw as well. has anyone had experience with the makita v either the dewalt or bosch? thanks
Answer:	I tried DW's 780 model last year on a small commercial job and it just sucked. Well, it didn't suck in one respect, namely dust collection, which was the worst I've seen on a modern tool. As bad, the dual sliding tubes had stiction built-in so you got a very jerky action when pulling the saw forward or pushing it back. The thing was terrible in a few other respects as well, and I returned it to the leading big box store under their branded credit card return policy. I have an older DW 12" miter saw that I've had since it was new about 13 years ago and it's only a little better. I'm going to try a Makita pretty soon and will seel the old, inaccurate, troublesome-since-new DW. I like their battery tools but I'm all done with their plug-in stuff.
Question:	Does the back fence move
Answer:	No

Product features

Makita LS1219L 12" Dual-Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw with Laser

The Makita 12” Dual-Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw with Laser (model LS1219L) combines capacity, accuracy and efficient dust extraction in a more compact size, with a unique 2-Steel Rail Sliding System that offers a reduced footprint for operation flush against a wall. The innovative direct-drive gearbox and guard system is engineered for increased vertical cutting capacity of baseboard (6-3/4”) and crown molding (8” nested). It will also make 15” crosscuts at 90 degrees.

DXT™ DEEP AND EXACT CUTTING TECHNOLOGY

Deep and Exact Cutting Technology (DXT) is a series of features that give Makita miter saws more cutting capacity and out-of-the-box accuracy for superior cutting performance. The innovative direct drive gearbox and guard system utilizes a portion of the back of the blade for significantly more vertical cutting capacity when cutting baseboard and nested crown molding. In addition, the direct drive gear box has no belts to slip or replace, so power is transferred more efficiently from the motor to the blade. The patented 4-steel rail sliding system with 6 linear ball bearings is engineered for minimal deflection for smooth, dead-on cuts for lasting accuracy, job after job.