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(More customer reviews)First, I purchased this saw as a woodworking tool, rather than a carpentry or jobsite tool, so keep that in mind.
This is a big saw. I intend to mount it permanently in my shop, so that is not an issue. But if you need mobility, the weight and girth would be problematic. That is the only negative thing I have to say at this point about this saw.
Cut Quality:
This saw cut through red oak 2 1/2 inches thick and 9 inches wide literally like butter, leaving a cut so smooth I was shocked (it was superior to my contractors saw with a Forrest WWII blade). Thus, the saw is more than adequately powered and has an excellent blade. Consider that if you balk at the price tag - you do not need to go out and replace the blade. Also, because the saw has adjustable kerf inserts, tearout is minimal (usually none at all). The kerf inserts are well designed and will not damage the saw if you cut one at an extreme bevel angle. Though not as good as a shop made zero clearance insert, it is effective enough that I am not going to spend time making one. The bottom line - perfect cuts that you make you smile as you run your fingers over the end grain.
Construction and Use:
Slider and Hold down: The slider action is extremely smooth. You can get through boards almost 13 inches in width effortlessly. The saw is extremely safe while doing this due to the excellent (and sturdy) blade guard and the very effective hold down clamp. The fence and hold down are sturdy enough that you need not touch the piece or have hands anywhere near the blade.
Adjustments: All controls are way out front - you never have to reach behind the saw! All adjustments are easy to make and I found the saw to be pretty much dead accurate. I like the microadjust feature, which I have never seen before on a miter saw. However, I must admit that I'm just too used to "knocking" the saw into place for miter cuts to actually ever use the microadjust.
Fit & Finish: This saw is heavy for a reason - it is solid. There is no cheapness about this saw. Also, it looks good. In all honesty, it makes all other tools in my shop look bad.
Other tidbits include an easy to use depth stop for cutting grooves, pullout extension slides for the table, and a 3 way adjustable handle for comfort on all cuts. I just don't see how a miter saw can get any better than this. It is a joy to use and makes my shop play time even more fun. Beats the heck out of pushing a six foot piece of oak over my table saw blade at a 45 any day!
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