Makita LS1221 12-inch Compound Miter saw Kit |  | Brand: Makita
Category: Home Improvement
List Price: $575.80
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Seller: Amazon.com
Rating:  reviews
Sales Rank: 41569
Media: Tools & Hardware
Autographed: No
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Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 50
Dimensions (in): 27.1 x 21.9 x 18.1
MPN: LS1221
Model: LS1221
UPC: 088381041027
EAN: 0088381041027
ASIN: B0000DD5S7
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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| Features:
| • | 12-inch compound miter saw kit; easily handles a 4 x 6 at 90-degrees | | • | 15 amp motor delivers 4,000 rpm; horizontal D-handle; positive stops at 9 settings | | • | Carbide-tipped blade; fiber-reinforced polycarbonate and aluminum coating | | • | Includes vise, blade, 2 extension wings, socket wrench, dust bag | | • | 24 by 26-1/2 by 23-7/8-inches; 36.4-pounds; 1-year warranty |
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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
This Makita 12in. compound miter saw can cut crown molding up to 5 1/2in. tall. Its powerful 15 Amp motor delivers 4000 RPM for fast, precise cutting. Features positive stops at 9 settings for convenience and accuracy. Horizontal D-handle design for easy and comfortable operation. Fence pivots to support larger stock. Amps: 15, Blade Diameter (in.): 12, Speed - No Load (RPM): 4,000, Total Positive Miter Stops: 9, Max. Degree Miter Cuts - Left: 45, Max. Degree Miter Cuts - Right: 45, Fence: Pivoting, Laser Guide: No, Blade Included: Yes, Wrench Included: Yes, Dust Bag Included: Yes
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| Customer Reviews:
 Accurate saw with some minor nuisances May 13, 2004
26 out of 28 found this review helpful
I found the Makita LS1221 to be very accurate and powerful. The miter table to the base were near perfect alignment and the fences were very square to the table. The saw is in no way flimsy. Adjusting the bevel and the miter angles are fairly easy. The miter gage is very easy to read. The bevel gage however does not offer enough contrast, especially after the smallest amount of saw dust gathers on it. The lever for locking the bevel gage should be in the front of the saw. The motor makes an annoying sound when it is first started and is positioned directly on the right side of the saw making it difficult to see what you are cutting as the cut proceeds through the wood. Changing the blade is very difficult because there is no way to support the blade fence out of the way to clear the arbor nut.
This however, should not be a problem for anyone who has three hands.
 Proud Owner October 14, 2004
Donald J. Wilmes (St. Charles, IL)
12 out of 12 found this review helpful
I've had my Makita LS1221 miter saw for almost a year now. To say the least, I am very happy with my purchase. The cut was perfect, right out of the box, and continues to be so even now. The blade was a better quality than what I thought would be on it and it still gives me the cleanest miter cuts I've ever seen. This saw is smooth and powerful enough to go through any of the hardwoods I use. My only regret is that I didn't spend the extra money and purchase the LS1212 (sliding compound).
Just shy of perfect October 20, 2006
M. Dyer
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
This a great product with only one flaw. It is strong, square, and very powerful. Using the stock blade it zips through PTL without a hitch. The cuts are very clean with minimal chipping (again with the stock blade). All of my friends who've seen it want one.
The one flaw is, as a previous reviewer noted, the blade change. You have to depress the blade lock with one hand, pull the shield out of the way with another hand, and loosen the nut with a third hand.
Overall, though, this is a fantastic miter saw. One might complain about the lack of a laser, but the Irwin $30 add-on works just fine.
MIKITA 12" COMPOUND MITRE SAW July 21, 2005
David (NY)
8 out of 9 found this review helpful
First saw arrived with a cracked base. I found this a bit shocking since it was very solidly built. I attributed this to a lousy packing job which could not tolerate a drop from a truck ( I assume this happened)....Replacement was fast and no hassle -LOVE AMAZON !!! SAW IS INCREDIBLE...cuts wood like butter, accurate scale of degrees, easy to adjust, heavy but not too heavy to move to site of cutting. Manual is not detailed enought you will need to get a wood trim book.
All in All a great saw and great value....
David - Interior Designer
 Homeowner user January 9, 2007
R. Huber (Chesterfield, MO)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
I'm almost completely satisfied with the saw. Plenty of power, positive detents, easy to handle knobs, useful side extensions, and easy to change blade. The horizontal handle is much better that a vertical handle. I'd have given it 5 stars if the table had a little more friction. Smooth hardwoods tend to slide on the nice smooth table when doing angle cuts. A 100 tooth ATB blade helped minimize the problem.
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