A Makita for a Professional,
October 29, 2007
By Trimman77 from Elizabeth City, NC
"I am a self-employed interior trim carpenter/General Contractor w/35 years experience. I have been using a Makita LS1221 for 3 years, I currently own 4. A powerful motor is the highlight of the saw. The only drawback is the kick of the motor when engaging the trigger, the operator must have a firm hand on the wood stock to prevent movement, which could cause a bad cut. The LS1220 had a soft start feature which addressed this issue but the failure of the soft start module and its high cost of replacement, I assume, caused the introduction of the LS1221, which also was a small step up in power. Makita's attention to detail and quality along with its reasonable price puts this saw a notch above other saws I have owned and used."
What is your level of technical expertise? Professional
Best saw I've ever owned.,
October 29, 2007
By Andrew414 from Milwaukee, WI
"Accurate, fast, and extremely well built. I'll never buy a different miter saw again. I've burned out, been frustrated with inaccuracy or inability to hold true, just about every other kind of 12" saw. This one's the best!"
What is your level of technical expertise? Professional