Makita LS1221 12-inch Compound Miter saw Kit

by Makita

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. U.S.A. Amps: 15, Cutting Capacity - 0 Degree Miter: 3 7/8in. H x 6in. D, 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

Product Details

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• Shipping Weight: 49.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B0000DD5S7
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• Item model number: LS1221
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #51,136 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #47 in Home Improvement > Power & Hand Tools > Power Tools > Saws > Miter Saws

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

42 of 47 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Accurate saw with some minor nuisances, May 13, 2004

By A Customer

This review is from: Makita LS1221 12-inch Compound Miter saw Kit (Tools & Home Improvement)

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.

13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Proud Owner, October 14, 2004

By 

Donald J. Wilmes (St. Charles, IL) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Makita LS1221 12-inch Compound Miter saw Kit (Tools & Home Improvement)

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).

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Just shy of perfect, October 20, 2006

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M. Dyer - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Makita LS1221 12-inch Compound Miter saw Kit (Tools & Home Improvement)

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.