Makita 12" Cordless Mitre Saw: Should You Buy it?

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  • @johnpeyroux6799
    @johnpeyroux67994 жыл бұрын

    Big Fan brothers I'm a DIYA my Dad was a Master Carpenter I used to be a apprentice when I was 16yrs I'm now 56yrs only wished I had Stuck to it now I struggle trying to fix floors walls etc. I'm a caregiver for Dad now he has severe Dementia I wish he could stop me and say you're doing it all wrong. Your video helps me and inspires me to do all the work myself even though I don't know what I'm doing thanks Scott and Paerau

  • @Nathan-dx7le

    @Nathan-dx7le

    4 жыл бұрын

    I share the sentiment w.r.t. your Dad. Mine's not got dementia, but he is getting on now (76) and has been badly ill in the not too distant past, and his body and his eyes are letting him down. We're doing a barn conversion presently and today he's still helpful, but there are things where I'm just on my own and wish he could be of help/tell me I'm doing it all wrong. I only hope that we can get it finished before he can't help at all for one reason or another, and there's every chance that could happen sooner than I expect. All the best John.

  • @FinishCarpentryTV
    @FinishCarpentryTV4 жыл бұрын

    Awesome that the flexvolt fit in your dedicated storage spot in the van!!!

  • @thesage1096

    @thesage1096

    4 жыл бұрын

    when i saw that dewalt dropsaw i thought of you!

  • @OmarGarcia-bi7jq

    @OmarGarcia-bi7jq

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@carlos2685 he doesn't have to

  • @markevans7584
    @markevans75844 жыл бұрын

    I'm a Makita guy but the Bosch 12" is such a pleasure for the job site. Upfront bevel control, left/right handed handle and easy to load and unload on the gravity rise stand. For your van the Makita 10" would be perfect

  • @wholenebaleba
    @wholenebaleba11 ай бұрын

    I've used other (10" saws) previously and was pretty surprised with the speed and cutting ability of this Dewalt saw.I have bolted mine to a table to minimize movement which I highly recommend.This is a Great saw kzread.infoUgkxPeGkHOMe05FySypTOvYumxMn-xi39oRe with a light to see your cutting line (not a laser line).I'd recommend this saw fro anyone looking to upgrade from a 10" miter saw.

  • @judithrob1591
    @judithrob15913 жыл бұрын

    Tips. Very important if you would like to saw with precision. (avoid torsion as much as possible)! Always choose a Miter saw with a handle positioned in a vertical line above the saw blade. Everything must be aligned, slide rails, handle, and saw blade,it is much better this way the blade will not tilt. Because there is some torsion in the aluminum housing . And choose an engine with softstart on it to prevent wear of the gear and worm shaft. It is very important that everything is aligned. Here are some examples to show how the handle must be positioned above the blade. Bosch gcm 800 sj / Bosch gcm 8 sjl / Evolution rage 3 / FESTOOL KS 60 / HITACHI C12RSH2 / FESTOOL KS 60 E KAPEX / Metabo KGSV 72 Xact (This also is the case with the Miter saw without the slide rails). If you want you can test it yourself at home if there is torsion in the aluminum housing. Step-1. First you make a saw cut from +-5 mm deep in to a flat piece of wood about +- 20 mm thick to this with the normal handle positioned on the right side of the Miter saw (the wood it will remain in place until the test is completed). Step-2. Then repeat this by pushing the saw blade down with your hand (finger) on the aluminum protective cover were the saw blade is cased in. Just now only do this without the running engine. Step-3. Now you can see if the saw blade will be positioned in or next to the saw cut. If the saw blade is (+- 0,2 / 0,5 mm) next to the saw cut then there is torsion in the aluminum housing (test is completed). Step-4. therefor it is much better to choose a Miter saw with the handle positioned vertical in line above the saw blade. Conclusion: how further away the handle is from the saw blade how more chance of torsion in the aluminum housing.(don't go for that).

  • @ToolsAndStuffOFFICIAL
    @ToolsAndStuffOFFICIAL4 жыл бұрын

    I have had the 10" for a while now and it came straight out of the box doing "curved" cuts. Would of liked to see just how square the cuts were on this saw. After getting it set up and getting used to it, I love it. Cuts pretty sweet. But as you say, heavy to move around. The dust extraction is the best I have ever seen on any mitre saw... so long as it is hooked up right.The knob on the front DOES control the left bevel, you only need to push the button at the back to do right bevels else you wouldn't know when it was at 90°. All in all they are solid, powerful saws... just a bit cumbersome to move around.

  • @jeffshackleford3152

    @jeffshackleford3152

    4 жыл бұрын

    I wish they had put good carry handles on it like the Dewalt...

  • @gregoryvschmidt
    @gregoryvschmidt4 жыл бұрын

    When I was running job sites, the crew universally rated my 12” Makita slide compound ( corded) superior to any DeWalt chop saw. It’s still going strong and accurate 25 years on.

  • @travissteens3224
    @travissteens32244 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the honest review. Great videos btw. It sure makes me happy joing this industry. And knowing that there are fellow kiwis i can watch and get good info from keep up the great work

  • @macky89
    @macky894 жыл бұрын

    You can flip the bevel over one side without pushing the button. When you lift it up it takes you to square. The button releases you to the other side

  • @TheDude2097
    @TheDude20974 жыл бұрын

    Great vid Scott! Keen to see the DeWalt review I've been eyeing it up for so long!

  • @JasonTaylor1
    @JasonTaylor14 жыл бұрын

    For in and out work, I bought the 8.5" slide, single compound. Super light great accuracy, & great dust control even without a vacuum connected.

  • @grizdeluxe
    @grizdeluxe4 жыл бұрын

    For my jobsite work, The 10" 36v Makita is great. Once I mounted it to a rolling stand, portability was good, and the reason I'l keep using it is cut quality. I do high end cabinets, trim, and millwork. I had a Flexvolt, and a Bosch Glide Miter but they both pale in comparison to the Makita's cut quality.

  • @GregBrecker
    @GregBrecker3 жыл бұрын

    Agreed. I have the cordless 10 inch Makita version. Got it on sale with free 2nd set of 5 ah batteries. And dual charger. For my non commercial use needs, it more than fills the bill. A bunch of different x36 tools were coming out here in the US 2 years ago with 2nd free set of 5ah Makita batteries. My run time with any given Makita 18 or 36 volt tool, is virtually unlimited now.

  • @josephmartinez2231
    @josephmartinez22314 жыл бұрын

    I’m actually looking to score the ten inch variation and it’ll also be my first mitre saw ever. First video I’ve come across that had some input on Makita 36v 👌

  • @banker9player9
    @banker9player94 жыл бұрын

    Haha awesome vid congrats on 60k and really looking forward to seeing you use the dewalt drop saw and doing a review. Thanks Scott.

  • @cscott50
    @cscott504 жыл бұрын

    I find it very convienent to have the same brand of tools so that batteries will be the same and interchangeable.

  • @joey10-49

    @joey10-49

    4 жыл бұрын

    When it comes to the compatibility of the system from the cases the tools go in to the battery system, DeWalt is the winner with most brands in my opinion.

  • @andrewford80

    @andrewford80

    4 жыл бұрын

    Have you ever tried the batter adaptors?

  • @Vintagebleu

    @Vintagebleu

    4 жыл бұрын

    I used to think that too. I ran all DeWalt 20v. Then I realized Makitas 12v line had stuff I could only find there. So I run a good bit of that now too. Sitting here now I really wish I had seen Scott's videos on framing guns before I snapped up the DeWalt version. It sucks on old tember. So much so, I'm considering selling all the guns and buying into another platform. I'm coming around to the conclusion that sometimes performance trumps convenience.

  • @nsatoday

    @nsatoday

    4 жыл бұрын

    Vintagebleu, Milwaukee just launched their framing nailers and they purportedly beat all the cordless ones available. saw the demo recently and looked amazing. Milwaukee also has a deep 12v line and gen 2 and gen 3 18v are pretty badass. I’m in dewalts 20v and FlexVolt line and love it. Don’t use a framing nailer enough to justify switching though. Do love my 3/8” stubby impact and 1/4” impact in the M-12 platform. I don’t use my 20v 1/4 very often and if the stubby can’t handle it I’ve got the Dewalt 1/2” mid torque with toolconnect and the 899 high torque too. Dewalt just launched a bunch of 12v brushless but... too little to late IMHO.

  • @scottandchels6813

    @scottandchels6813

    4 жыл бұрын

    I agree but I'm considering getting the hikoki/metabo table saw because of the convenience of being able to run on batt or corded power. I'm Holding out for dewalt to do the same...tic..tok😴

  • @Jddlincoln
    @Jddlincoln4 жыл бұрын

    I have been using the dewalt flexvolt miter saw for over a year now. I absolutely love it, Plus here in the states it has the ability to be plugged in and used as a regular corded saw if you desired. It also helps that I have been on the dewalt battery platform. Great video.

  • @jrsuk1170

    @jrsuk1170

    4 жыл бұрын

    The only putting me off the flexvolt is that I need at least 4 batteries for the saw and 4 for the extractor and those batteries are very expensive. It looks the best cordless set up though.

  • @Jddlincoln

    @Jddlincoln

    4 жыл бұрын

    I have a number of flexvolt tools so I have a bunch of the batteries. It’s defiantly an investment to get on that platform, but It’s so nice not too have to rely on Job site electric

  • @BrentDarlington
    @BrentDarlington4 жыл бұрын

    I'm not sold on the battery powered mitre and table saws yet. Yes, smaller, portable saws for quick stuff would be nice but it looks like these are not more portable and the added expense for batteries doesn't help. I usually set them up and go to work, I'm not moving them around worrying about my cords getting caught on stuff. I still need power for charging the batteries. Circular saws and reciprocating saws were awesome when they were finally available at a good price and I'll never go back. But I don't think these will make me any more money or save me any time. Great vid, thanks for sharing!

  • @markchurch629
    @markchurch6294 жыл бұрын

    Will this saw fit through a std 30" doorway when fitted to a rolling saw stand

  • @primularossa8976
    @primularossa89764 жыл бұрын

    Happy Ferragosto Scott! you are always a Great

  • @thefuzzenator
    @thefuzzenator4 жыл бұрын

    life goals, you've definitely become a bit of a role model for me

  • @treystills
    @treystills4 жыл бұрын

    Awesome video. Besides the laser being slightly out how well was the rest of the saw in terms of accuracy out of the box? Was it difficult to calibrate? What was the most difficult component to calibrate? Thanks again

  • @aaronoconnell1597
    @aaronoconnell15974 жыл бұрын

    Now that I am old(er), I have been loving my 7 1/4" miter saw, for portability. It will never be my only saw, but you can do ALOT with it. I won't get rid of my 12", but I will never buy another. There is too much deflection in that size of blade. It just doesn't do as good a job on trim as I would like.

  • @gregorylondos534

    @gregorylondos534

    4 жыл бұрын

    Aaron O'Connell... Buy a Wider/Thicker Kerf Blade, One That is more Stable, Maybe one from Forrest...?

  • @stevorider6753
    @stevorider67534 жыл бұрын

    I've got the Makita 7 1/4 dual battery slide compound saw and it's fantastic. I can do pine framing and fix out with it. It's super light, takes up little room and cuts 95% of materials I need to. My 10inch hasn't been used in a long time.

  • @vaiona5156

    @vaiona5156

    4 жыл бұрын

    What store sells those, I cant find it anywhere!

  • @stevorider6753

    @stevorider6753

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@vaiona5156 rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com.au%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F233166599110 This one

  • @meestahwah
    @meestahwah4 жыл бұрын

    I have the 12" draw chop saw (corded) from DeWalt. I have to say, your comment about simplicity and weight was spot on. I find my DeWalt to be heavy and awkward enough and according to your figures, it is significantly lighter than the Makita. I love Makita tools though and am quite excited about their line of 36v yard equipment. I will likely get rid of my gas gear in the next couple years as the next generation of two of the Makita gear comes out.

  • @TasickMedia
    @TasickMedia3 жыл бұрын

    I've been using Makita's 7.25", 36v, brushless, sliding, compound miter saw. What it lacks in cutting capacity it makes up for in portability. As a handyman I'm not doing major carpentry jobs so I rarely exceed it's cutting capacity and it's just really great in every other way.

  • @bluecruiser3790
    @bluecruiser37904 жыл бұрын

    Haha that last second happy spin was gold mate!! Dewalt shadow line for me is best. Always consistent and super accurate. Bright daylight issues at times yes but way better than those constantly misaligned laser things. Great vid again mate👍🏻

  • @zombieapocalypsecherokee9224
    @zombieapocalypsecherokee92242 жыл бұрын

    I just ordered this saw the number 1 thing I'm looking for is consistent accuracy. I just returned a metabo because the accuracy was HORRIBLE. I'm pretty sure this saw will do me justice because it's a Makita and because it has great reviews everywhere I look. Thanks for sharing 😁👍

  • @benrowbottom4495
    @benrowbottom44954 жыл бұрын

    Good review mate. Thanks

  • @anthonyharper5954
    @anthonyharper59544 жыл бұрын

    What do I look for in a mitre saw..? Nothing because I have the Dewalt 12” flexvolt!! Can be corded or cordless, powerful, comfortable to operate and it cuts everything I put under the blade! Only negative I’ve found so far is the xps light doesn’t stay on permanently.

  • @tonyclausen8106
    @tonyclausen81064 жыл бұрын

    Hi Scott, I too am a Makita man, but also run Milwaukee, I have a dewalt thicknesser and rip saw. Went for the dewalt rip saw because it is compact, the thicknesser because of its design and run Makita and Milwaukee because there are advantages and disadvantages in the tools they provide. I think its quite normal to have a mix of tools to suit your needs but to prefer a particular brand. Keep up the good work and love the videos by the way.

  • @googleisevil1041

    @googleisevil1041

    4 жыл бұрын

    Definitely not normal

  • @benjaminromshak9904
    @benjaminromshak99044 жыл бұрын

    Metabo HPT (Hikoki) Multivolt 10”. Great saw and you can go corded or cordless. Fantastic saw with unbeatable versatility!

  • @colinireland3458
    @colinireland34584 жыл бұрын

    I was debating going cordless but the size and accuracy issues with that model put me off went for the ks60 fantastic saw

  • @annw8909
    @annw89094 жыл бұрын

    Yay! Good to see Cameron & pairu on yr vid.

  • @kobecaiafa6335
    @kobecaiafa63354 жыл бұрын

    Congrats on 60k Scott!

  • @justgregnow
    @justgregnow4 жыл бұрын

    I have the dewalt 12" 120v compound miter box saw. I feel it makes more accurate cuts than a slider chop saw. Another thing I love about it is it's so portable. Also it comes with an adapter to plug it in. Looking forward to your dewalt review brah.

  • @Tomc12345
    @Tomc123453 жыл бұрын

    Does this have an adapter like the dewalt to use on the mains aswel ?

  • @Jddlincoln
    @Jddlincoln4 жыл бұрын

    I run the dewalt flexvolt 12” miter saw every day. I absolutely love it. I also have the corded version of the Mikita you showed in this video. I use the Mikita in my shop due to it being able to go closer to the wall. I’m not a huge fan of the makita. It’s built well but i like the dewalt better.

  • @foreman3737
    @foreman37374 жыл бұрын

    So what do you think about the flexvolt, you did a video about the Makita are you going to do one on the dewalt?

  • @hieveryone999
    @hieveryone9994 жыл бұрын

    Point 5. Price comparison??

  • @froggoleavis9776

    @froggoleavis9776

    3 жыл бұрын

    Expensive as hell!

  • @smokingcheeba420
    @smokingcheeba4204 жыл бұрын

    A lot of the weight comes from the big table. I couldn't go back to dewalt now that I'm used to makitas. The clamp works nice for coping or cutting notches in skirt boards. The rails are great when you have to work in a hallway (commercial work). The fences clip onto the side support arms. How do you like makita blades? For the price they are amazing.

  • @DRJMF1
    @DRJMF14 жыл бұрын

    Are saw arm and depth stop rigid and stable to allow accurately cross cuts to make mortise joints ? I need a flat bottom mortise joint to be cut accurately to save on work, 100 cross lap joints to cut out.thanks

  • @ice4142
    @ice41423 жыл бұрын

    @scottbrowncaprentry thanks for the review. I saw on the video you had the saw sat on your bench at the back of your storage unit. What is the depth of this bench?

  • @jlewis1688
    @jlewis16884 жыл бұрын

    I like yellow! 12 inch cut Dewalt every time for me, good to compare the two saws now you have them side by side, keep up the good work!

  • @h4mmy753

    @h4mmy753

    4 жыл бұрын

    It already fits in his mitre saw cubby too!

  • @thcenterprisellc112
    @thcenterprisellc1124 жыл бұрын

    Great video ! Can’t wait to see the saws go head to head !

  • @victorfeliciano6094
    @victorfeliciano60944 жыл бұрын

    so after watching this video / which is your pick between bosch 12" miter saw or the dewalt flexvolt 12" miter saw or what? nice video

  • @Overworkt
    @Overworkt4 жыл бұрын

    Coming back to this - wonder what you think of the Hikoki offering since you're using their nailers?

  • @waydemiller8706
    @waydemiller87064 жыл бұрын

    Great review I have the ten inch version and your spot on

  • @rezuuz
    @rezuuz4 жыл бұрын

    Hey Scott I watch your video really good I like it . I am a plumber drainlayer by trade . I do lot of things around my house and learn a lot by watching your video.👍

  • @Dan-zn8zn
    @Dan-zn8zn4 жыл бұрын

    You guys are awsome. Keep up the good work.

  • @supershotgungaming1831
    @supershotgungaming18313 жыл бұрын

    What if I want it to connect to wall power ? It has the corded adapter?

  • @debow567
    @debow5674 жыл бұрын

    Do they offer a cord back up adaptor like the dewalt flex volt?

  • @michaelquilty2847
    @michaelquilty28474 жыл бұрын

    Like you I have makita cordless gear. And some corded like a planer, and router. But I went with dewalt for the 10in drop saw and table saw. Mostly because I like the roller stand on the table saw and the big stand for the drop saw. And the don’t like playing with the laser. The shadow line off the led light will always be accurate. Good job Scott, love the content👍

  • @erwinwever
    @erwinwever4 жыл бұрын

    I like your honesty!

  • @dickphan
    @dickphan4 жыл бұрын

    That makita mitre saw is a work of art... I'll put in a glass display cabinet if i had one...

  • @giuseppecastaldo644
    @giuseppecastaldo644 Жыл бұрын

    Hi, makita a good tool for you? I'm undecided between makita and ls1219 and kapex120.

  • @madrag9992
    @madrag99924 жыл бұрын

    cheers for the insight. think you really touch on the fact that the whole reason for having a cordless drop saw is it eliminates that feeling of not wanting to drag it out and running a lead and if the saw can't do that then whats the point.

  • @davebrown8682
    @davebrown86823 жыл бұрын

    I have the makita 7" sliding mitre saw but also have the Bosch 10" sliding mitre saw, yes its heavy to carry but once setup no problem and both very accurate, the reason for the bosch is the bevel markings are easier to see and was a good deal

  • @askerdanny8
    @askerdanny84 жыл бұрын

    does that fit on the dewalt stand as standard

  • @michaelnichols7669
    @michaelnichols7669 Жыл бұрын

    I have the corded version of this saw and its my favorite Miter saw I've owned or used, its very accurate and pleasant to use. I am a trim carpenter, so we cut a lot of large crown and base. I prefer to cut everything vertical/nested that I can, because for me, its more effecient. The Makita can manage most everything we do, I've even cut 7 1/4 speed base vertical with it (saws rated for 6 3/4"). The weight and size are a pain wish Makita would release a newer lighter version similar to the form factor of the 8 1/2" 40v . But i think for someone like me who hates cutting flat, I prefer to lug than having to reach around and mess with the bevel all day. I do like the up front bevel lock, but it would be nice if it could all be done from the front like the Bosch saws, instead of pushing the button in the back to go right. But, with its high cut capicty, its not often I need to use it. The Dewailt 12" is a great saw also and is about 8lbs lighter, but I prefer the Makita as it has much better dust collection, sets up in tighter spaces easier with the forward rails and goes 60* both ways.

  • @minimur12

    @minimur12

    Жыл бұрын

    I'm getting this saw in the next few weeks, am glad I saw this comment. I mainly do framing for garden rooms so was curious how well it copes (haha) with trim and crown etc. Every other mitre saw always seems to go out of square when I try cut an angle

  • @katrinabell7684
    @katrinabell76844 жыл бұрын

    Very interesting.. glad to see DeWalt realising you are an Influencer!!😎

  • @darenskerratt3307
    @darenskerratt33074 жыл бұрын

    Totally agree why you’d need such a huge mitre saw when you’re mobile , I’ve had the 10” version for over a year and love it , by the way I’ve always been a makita man until recently when I required a repair on a newish tool and they were very rude , a real eye opener

  • @Elfin4
    @Elfin44 жыл бұрын

    Good that you get the opportunity to use both at the same time..

  • @MikeK7115
    @MikeK71154 жыл бұрын

    Scott, thank you for the exciting review of the Makita 12" cordless miter saw. Funny story, yesterday one of the USA retailers had a flash sale on the 10" Makita cordless, so I impulsed ordered one. LOL, sounds like I may like it. Dewalt is not an option for me even though I have been using the 12" Dewalt corded saw, I have too much invested in Makita batteries.

  • @snakedude61
    @snakedude614 жыл бұрын

    If you were looking at a corded version for a stationary tool in a workshop. Taking size and portability out of the equation. Then what would you choose? I think I would lean towards Makita for the forward facing rails.

  • @victorfeliciano6094
    @victorfeliciano60944 жыл бұрын

    what your opinion about battery or electric miter saw.

  • @daver7867
    @daver78673 жыл бұрын

    This was helpful....looking for a drop saw to purchase but wasn’t sure......I’ve got mainly makita tools but for those reasons you mentioned il probably go with a dewalt 10” cheers SB.....always good content.

  • @dirtyharry20000
    @dirtyharry200003 жыл бұрын

    I own it, I like it. It's one for all - no need to buy more than that and that's what I like. In addition, it's a dream when it comes to precision but I heard there are better ones for dust reduction.

  • @Lennart_Jensen
    @Lennart_Jensen4 жыл бұрын

    Try the Makita DLS714NZ if u can. Only a 190mm blade. And still 2x18v battery. But half the wight.

  • @TheToolnut

    @TheToolnut

    4 жыл бұрын

    I have one, cracking little saw. Seriously considering the 10" 36v sliding mitre saw from Makita for the bigger stuff.

  • @elusivemite
    @elusivemite3 жыл бұрын

    Been in a 110v 12" DeWalt for 15 years Swapping it out for a flexvolt equivalent. Hopefully arrives tomorrow.

  • @TheToolnut
    @TheToolnut4 жыл бұрын

    Good review Scott, any chance of a review of the 10" Makita 36v sliding mitre saw??

  • @tk_shaun1463
    @tk_shaun14634 жыл бұрын

    Hey Scott great video

  • @jameselectric1
    @jameselectric13 жыл бұрын

    Really helpful video. Can't believe Conor Murray has hung up his boots and is doing these videos now. Really cool.

  • @whitechris720
    @whitechris7204 жыл бұрын

    I own the makita 12" saw. I have had it for a year or so. It makes great cuts smooth and precise. I bought it because I love makita tools and have lots of batteries. However I don't use this saw near as much as I expected. It's probably only been on 6 jobs in a year. Due to the struggle transporting space and weight. I tend to grab a smaller saw. Unless I have a job with lots of cuts and I plan to leave saw on site for at least a week.

  • @kevinrussell6935
    @kevinrussell69353 жыл бұрын

    Hi ,I'm wanting to buy one of these to cut oak sleepers 100mm by 200mm, in one pass, currently using a metabo 305mm electric, does the job perfect but I want to go cordless as I have lots of makita tools, garden tools, drills grinder saws etc can you help before I buy, makita said depth 91mm, metabo 105mm, I dont really want to turn the sleeper and would like to go cordless, thanks Kevin

  • @MrSteviegall
    @MrSteviegall4 жыл бұрын

    scott if you dont know this consider your mind blown, check the back of the removable fence for a small clip. extent the extendable support rails on each side and the fences clip onto them to form a little table

  • @kenshirogenjuro873
    @kenshirogenjuro8734 жыл бұрын

    I’m still pretty much committed to getting this one. I’ve only ever used Dewalt miters and have really never liked them. They never cut straight precisely for long at all. If I toil long enough to finally get a perfect 90.0 cut it will be off everywhere else, and after a few cuts the 90 degree will already be off too. Same thing for both Dewalts previously one of their 12” and more recently a 10”. It’s fine for home trimming and I have managed to get by on them but too much of what I do needs more precision. I need to get a 12” again and this will be just the ticket. Luckily for me the size and weight won’t matter as it’s going to live in the garage. As such the necessity of cordless is far less pronounced but ultimately I think I still prefer it. Even if it’s in the garage full-time I’ll still likely be wheeling it to and fro between projects and always hate having to work around power cords and where outlets are. Also want the dust extraction integration that the AWS system provides. Only thing I know I won’t like as much will be the laser as opposed to having a shadow line. Although come to think on it I could probably wire up my own anyway. In fact...yeah, of course I can what am I even worried about? Also I have reservations about the aluminum detent plate. I expect the Makita to have better precision but what good does that do if the detents wear out rapidly? Allegedly there are aftermarket ones available but if they aren’t Makita how precise are they?

  • @wildtwindad

    @wildtwindad

    4 жыл бұрын

    Have the 10" version. Love it as such but the detents do take a hit. The replacement cost is 9$ where I am for a new plate. Just make sure that the saw u get is checked for the slide rails to be coplaner. I love the saw other wise and for tight spaces the front rail slide is awesome.

  • @waydebarnes6209
    @waydebarnes62093 жыл бұрын

    Does it make good & straight cuts

  • @JackZaruba
    @JackZaruba2 жыл бұрын

    I have a XSL06 Slide miter and want to make my Fein Turbo 2 auto start with it. I purchased the Makita aws adapter WUTo2U. Now it seems there is no way to make that happen?? I would by a new one just to have the feature but this is the best saw I have ever owned and has been working perfect for years so it would be hard to justify. Any Ideas? I to am a Makita user with probably 30 of their tools in over 25 years.

  • @markchurch629
    @markchurch6294 жыл бұрын

    How does it compare to the 120 kapex for finish carpentry

  • @MangoGino
    @MangoGino4 жыл бұрын

    I bought the Dewalt 12inch Flexvolt on the weekend, awesome saw. it's lighter, smaller and more user friendly. Versatility to work on batteries or mains. I tried the 12inch Makita too and I actually think the design is better and feels more premium. $200 cheaper here in Sydney. I love how you can back it to the wall as the rails are at the front and the dust collection is superior, especially when paired with AWS, so it's really great for workshop/stationary applications. I do believe Makita needs to raise their battery capacities as they're falling behind. Love your videos Scott!

  • @scottfeenstra4322
    @scottfeenstra43224 жыл бұрын

    I run dewalt 12" mitre saw for the past few years. Really like it. I want a Makita cordless bad but I'm thinkin a small one. Unfortunately none of them bevel 45 both ways. Only 5 degrees right. If they fix that I'll buy one in a heartbeat.

  • @jag12549
    @jag125493 жыл бұрын

    Scott Brown knows what's up This is the best miter saw of all time aside from not being able to plug it in as well

  • @zackfishle1009
    @zackfishle10094 жыл бұрын

    mmm. That Dewalt cutline light system. It still is a beast though. Would buy again.

  • @24revealer
    @24revealer4 жыл бұрын

    I was pretty excited when Makita came out with the 10" saw, but when it didn't have the same gearing to angle the saw as the Festool KApex 120 I was disappointed. I too have a Dewalt 12" miter saw corded, but recently picked up an Elu 8-1/4" saw that I trimmed condos with 30 years ago for $20, it was like new and still had the original blade in it. The Elu is very light and portable and is all you really need for most trim jobs. I think a professional needs more than one saw. The big saws are not fun to lug around.

  • @johntingey7103
    @johntingey71034 жыл бұрын

    I got the little twin battery saw from makita ls1014z I think. Can pick it up with one hand, bench in the other hand (bit awkward). Not cheap at 800 au without batteries but I don’t do much crown or large timbers, which the bench really isn’t up to anyway. Cuts beautifully

  • @thomasvitale9723
    @thomasvitale97234 жыл бұрын

    I am a huge Makita fan too but for miter saws, Dewalt is hard to beat. Since it is the only Dewalt product I own, I have the corded 12” version. My miter saw must be easily portable so the extra weight on the Makita is a nonstarter. BTW, love the channel.

  • @marcgoodman4561
    @marcgoodman45614 жыл бұрын

    I'm never gonna buy a piece of kit like this but I watched your review anyway.... Good work :-)

  • @smokingcheeba420

    @smokingcheeba420

    4 жыл бұрын

    Its too much saw for you anyway.

  • @ianleonlo
    @ianleonlo4 жыл бұрын

    Can't wait to see what you think of the flexvolt saw. And the extractor. And stoked you still have your skateboard on your vids! Now what about that game of skate between you and paerrau!? Berrics rules!

  • @zackfishle1009

    @zackfishle1009

    4 жыл бұрын

    The flexvolt saw is a beast. I can get mine to cut 16" shelving in one swipe and it has all the power.

  • @ianleonlo

    @ianleonlo

    4 жыл бұрын

    I'm actually more curious about the cordless extraction, as I've seen very little coverage/reviews so far on that. And I'm trying to egg on a game of skate between Scott and the chef - probably more so than the reviews 😅😂

  • @jrsuk1170
    @jrsuk11704 жыл бұрын

    Good on ya for making this video. I'm currently in the market for a 10 or 12 inch mitre saw and was tempted by makita over Dewalt because I already have the batteries. It will be interesting to see how you get on with the dewalt. My current saw is the 7 1/4 Milwaukee which absolutely great it just isn't big enough to cut larger cornice.

  • @charlesodonnellcarpentry2196
    @charlesodonnellcarpentry21964 жыл бұрын

    I have the dewalt 7 1/4 battery mitre saw and I love it

  • @zackfishle1009

    @zackfishle1009

    4 жыл бұрын

    I have been thinking about snagging one so I don't have to haul the 12" slider around. Good to hear you like it.

  • @MostlyPeacefulCombatVet
    @MostlyPeacefulCombatVet4 жыл бұрын

    Makita makes great tools! Amazing tools. But.... Bang for the buck?....well we love our "sexy flexy's!" Power, precision, portability, and function. And the ability to run on a.c. power as well! It is just crazy! And the shadow cast cut line is superior to any laser. We use them daily, and I am still amazed by them. We have a couple flexvolt sliders and the non slider, and it is so easy to pack around. I am still blown away by today's technology compared to when I started the trades. Or even 5 or so years ago. If you would have told me there would be large cordless tools... like miter saws and framing circ saws, and recip saws out performing corded tools, and 18 volt chainsaws that can cut down a large oak tree, I would have questioned your mental health. But here we are. And getting better and better each year. 👍 I'm very excited to see what else is in store for the future. Thanks for the video!

  • @robertkressaii7046
    @robertkressaii70464 жыл бұрын

    Scott Brown hyeah! Thumbs up every time!

  • @hunterpatterson5094
    @hunterpatterson50944 жыл бұрын

    I love my Milwaukee m18 fuel 10ich mitre, perfect size and weight and power.

  • @thegauvinator3075
    @thegauvinator30754 жыл бұрын

    dewalt 12" slide here gave up on makita other than drills years ago great video as usual

  • @15harry1561

    @15harry1561

    4 жыл бұрын

    Makita are not as good as they used to be.

  • @thegauvinator3075

    @thegauvinator3075

    4 жыл бұрын

    i concur

  • @dougvankirk1332
    @dougvankirk13323 жыл бұрын

    Bought the 10" version but returned it. Sliding cuts were cupped - even on a short 6" cut. Makita's packaging is woefully inadequate and I think the rails may have been damaged in shipping. The other problem people have reported is wear (and subsequent sloppiness) on the miter stops on the base plate. There's a guy selling a steel version of the plate to replace the aluminum one that's supplied.

  • @mikejones-ku5ix
    @mikejones-ku5ix4 жыл бұрын

    Dual bevel 10" Milwaukee drop saw with a 12 amp hour battery. Love it for remodeling work and great battery life. Just another option.

  • @MsElijah16

    @MsElijah16

    4 жыл бұрын

    mike jones I got one as well, only needs one battery as well, but prob not as strong as the dewalt

  • @fredyquiroz7654
    @fredyquiroz76544 жыл бұрын

    When are we going to be able to get a review on the flexvolt miter saw?

  • @soccovitch
    @soccovitch4 жыл бұрын

    I like that rail forward design of that. Table does look a bit over-built and they could maybe save some weight there. My 12" Bosch (from about 2008) has super long, traditional rails and they get a bit stiff. I like how close you were able to place it to the wall. About the fence: I think they make that fence just come off because people never slide them out far enough and next thing you know, you are nipping off a corner of aluminum. (buddy did that to mine in the first week of ownership...haha)

  • @TheOneWhoMightBe
    @TheOneWhoMightBe4 жыл бұрын

    Makita also make a little 8" (I think) battery-powered mitre saw as well. You're not going to be cutting sleepers with it but they look fine for studwork and trims.

  • @zackfishle1009

    @zackfishle1009

    4 жыл бұрын

    If dewalt made an 8 1/4" flexvolt slider I would buy it.

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