Makita Miter Saw LS1221 12" Compound Miter (Mitre) Saw
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Makita Miter Saw LS1221
12" Compound Miter (Mitre) Saw
Specifications
Length: 24"
Width: 26-1/2"
Height: 23-7/8"
Net weight: 36.4 lbs.
Shipping Weight: 52.00 lbs.
In The Box
12" ATB 32 tooth carbide tipped blade
(A-90227)
Vertical vise (192672-6)
2 ea. Extension wing (192673-4)
Socket wrench #13 (782212-4)
Dust bag (122523-9)
Elbow (416368-8)
Makita Miter Saw LS1221
12" Compound Miter (Mitre) Saw
Features
4-1/2" tall pivoting fence for cutting up to 5-1/2" crown molding
Positive stops at 9 settings, 15° , 22.5° , 31.6° , 45° right or left and 0° Powerful 15 AMP
motor delivers 4,000 RPM
Carbide tipped blade for precision cutting
Horizontal D-handle design for easy and comfortable operation
Pivoting fence for supporting larger stock
Product Description
Amazon.com Product Review
Why buy a compound miter saw? While a standard miter swings left or right at varying
angles of the centerline, a compound miter also swings on a bevel, allowing you to cut a
bevel and an angle simultaneously. This is invaluable if you are working on projects that
require compound cuts, such as crown molding.
As compound miters go, it's hard to do better than the Makita. At just over 36 pounds, this
is among the lightest of the 12-inch miters, yet it doesn't feel flimsy at all. The swing arm is
substantial, and I was able to make accurate cuts easily over and over again. The 4-1/2-inch
fence is not as high as other models (fences for 12-inch saws typically average around 5
inches), but is perfectly fine for most applications.
This is one quiet machine, which is great if you're going to be using it all day, and the
horizontal, D-style handle is comfortable to use right- or left-handed (although, like most
compound miters, the LS1221 bevels only in one direction).
On the down-side, the miter and bevel scales are a little difficult to read compared to other
models. But given the overall quality, portability, accuracy, and the sturdy construction, this
is indeed a minor complaint.--Josh Dettweiler
What's in the Box
Carbide-tipped blade, vertical vise, two extension wings, socket wrench #13,dust bag,
elbow
Product Description
15A Motor,12" Compound Miter Saw, Delivers 4,000 RPM, Horizontal D-Handle Design For
Easy Operation, Carbide Tipped Blade For Precision Cutting, Pivoting Fence For
Supporting Larger Stock, Includes Extension Wings, Carbide Tipped Blade, Dust Bag &
Vertical Vise.
