Just got Bosch 4212 12-Inch Dual-Bevel Compound Miter Saw

Bosch 4212

I'm partial to Bosch tools, so I really want to love this saw. However, there are a couple of issues with the design of this saw I just can't get past. The upper blade guard is too narrow (about 3/4" compared to 1" on my Dewalt CMS) which makes it very difficult to get a blade with a wide kerf on past the arbor nut. I'm using a 7/64" kerf Forrest Chopmaster, and it makes me cringe to drag its carbide teeth across the inside of the upper guard when I put it on or take it off. The alighment procedure for this saw is also a little tedious. You have to un-tighten and tighten ... Bosch 4212 12" Dual-Bevel Compound Miter SawBosch Power Tools and Accessories is one of the divisions within the Robert Bosch Tool Corporation, which is one of the largest power tool and accessory manufacturers in the world Bosch provides a complete line of corded and cordless power tools and accessories engineered to survive any jobsite and allow professionals to take control of their work.Bosch 4212 12" Dual-Bevel Compound Miter Saw Features:; Upfront bevel lock lever and range selector knob are easily accessed for quick and accurate bevel settings; Multi position main handle easily locks into any of four positions for optimum comfort and control; Ambidextrous lock off release button; Built-in length stop for repetitive cuts of the same length; Exclusive wedge and slot miter detent system for consistent and precise miter angles over the life of the tool; Miter detent override for fast adjustment and precise angle; Electric brake stops blade in seconds; Includes 40 tooth thin kerf carbide tipped blade, dust bag and elbow, flip-up crown stops, multi-purpose tool, wrench set, and vertical quick clamp; Large 25-1/2" base with built in sliding extensions for 40" of total length, providing extra support for longer materials; Tall 4-1/2" speed track sliding fences for easy bevel setups and increased crown molding cutting capacities Multi-position main handle ? Easily locks into any of four positions Large 25-1/2" Base with built-in cast sliding extensions for 40" total length ... »» Read more...

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