Bosch Axial-Glide 12" Miter Saw Unbox

[@RalphTankersley-m7v]

Is your table higher than the base on your saw .my bosch table is 1/32 higher than the base of the saw. They said that is normal. My results are level.

[@diywithandrew]

Yep I believe that is exactly right and I haven’t had any issues.

[@heisenburg1144]

better or worse dust collection than the dewlat?

[@diywithandrew]

That is a great question. I think the comparison between both 12” models are about the same. However I have learned that my smaller 7 1/4” dewalt miter saw is far superior in dust collection. I’ve got reviews on all of them if you are interested.

[@heisenburg1144]

@@diywithandrew ya i've found smaller saws to be better with dust collection also.. Atm I have the bosch and the dewalt 780 .. keeping one and selling the other .. have not got a chance to really use them yet tho

[@sflagg0817]

It’s a great saw, I was lucky enough to find mine for 500 new in box with receipt, guy had a bunch of HD store credit and the best way to recover some money is to sell tools at a discount

[@diywithandrew]

That’s awesome. Great deal!

[@mnasralah2013]

Bought it brand new I had mine for a while I have issue of cutting 45 on all sides. I square blade to the bottom Then won't be square to the other cutts!!!!

[@diywithandrew]

I’m sorry to hear that. Maybe a return is in order? I’ve also used dewalt and they are very good.

[@ixitar]

I just bought the Bosch Surgeon 12-in 8-Amp 18-volt Dual Bevel Cordless Miter Saw with Laser Guide (Model #GCM18V-12GDCN14) and am starting to unbox it.

[@diywithandrew]

Awesome! I hope it works out for you.

[@madhatter3015]

What is the little red knob that pulls out used for ? It’s located under the saw blade in the center of the bevel joint behind the fence.

[@diywithandrew]

That is the Bevel Detent Pin (Crown Molding Setting) - When engaged, it locks the head assembly to the bevel angle of 33.9° to the left or right.

[@edwardarata6995]

Horrible saw, Used it on a job for a couple of weeks could not get accustomed to it Surprised at the Bosch engineers. In the past I always Loved their tools, this is a real clinker.

[@diywithandrew]

Sorry to hear that. Thanks for the comment and sharing your experience.

[@lawrencemay8671]

From front to back how deep is it. I’m remodeling my master bath, I’m taking the 109 inch vanity to become my miter saw station. It’s 22 inches wide. Will that fit.

[@diywithandrew]

I would check the manufacturer specs to make absolutely sure.

[@cdawg9149]

Bot my bosch dual bevel back in 2006 and have used it on 6 -7 houses I framed since. Absolutely the best saw I ever owned. Unfortunately it just died in its tracks a few days ago., after 16 years of moderate use., Probably a bad switch , brushes? using a saw now that has the bevel control in the back and it is like Ive been sent back to the minor leagues. Good saw but spoiled from the front lever for the bevel control.

[@diywithandrew]

Wow it seemed to have a good life! Thanks for the comment. It’s not easy transitioning to a new saw.

[@74skeet]

all that technology in it and no shadow line or laser or anything?? kind of a joke costing $600.... got a zero clearance insert for it so will see how that does.

[@diywithandrew]

I thought the same thing! It felt like a fumble at the 1 yard line. Maybe there’s a strict patent on the laser or shadow light? If that’s not the case I think that’s a huge miss.

[@huckwach3074]

I didn't even know that saw existed! It seems the main benefit is the compact depth of the unit...if depth was not a factor which would you pick, DeWalt or Bosch?

[@diywithandrew]

The axial glide is definitely a strong benefit! If depth wasn’t an issue, I have to say I’m partial to the DeWalt because of the handle and the blade light shadow that gives an accurate cut line! I missed the DeWalt shadow line feature heavily on this Bosch.

[@TheFlippinDad]

Gonna have to climb a few more mountains to be able to lift that bevel

[@diywithandrew]

Haha! Right!

[@mrk1075]

This saw has more moving parts to ware out.

[@diywithandrew]

Possibly

[@josecabascango9517]

Hola que tal le salió la máquina de cuánto es el voltaje??,,o con cuánto de energía funciona dicha máquina??,,

[@diywithandrew]

Hola! La máquina salió bien. El voltaje es bueno. Funcionaba con un circuito de 120 voltios.

[@gk1841]

how long the battery lasts.

[@diywithandrew]

It all depends on the side of battery and how you operate the tool.

[@russwollet8998]

Now 7 months later would you recommend this saw? Coming from a very accurate 12" DeWalt

[@diywithandrew]

If I’m completely honest i miss the LED shadow cut line light. That’s the only complaint.

[@agent7agent759]

I am on the market for a mitre saw and was playing today with that particular model , either the display model was not good or there was something wrong with it , I noticed when it extends it deflects alot to the point that can dig in to the insert plate , I had bosch the old rail models and that took me trough 12 years until it got stiff on the rails , I own Milwaukee mitre extremely unhappy with it , narrowing my selection on the dewalt flex 12" or the 780 model

[@olddodger7178]

Does it have a shadow line LED?

[@diywithandrew]

No. That is my biggest complaint with it and why I like the DeWalt better.

[@DavidVegas-n7z]

Is there a light on it?

[@diywithandrew]

There is not. That is my biggest complaint.

[@frangipani-dreams]

How are you finding the saw 4 months on? Somebody in the UK has created a simple add on which gives you the shadow light on this saw. You can order one on eBay.

[@diywithandrew]

It is a great saw except for the lack of light shadow line. Wow that’s cool you might can fix that issue with the add on. Thanks for sharing.

[@frangipani-dreams]

@@diywithandrew If you search ''Bosch GCM 12 GDL Shadow line upgrade' on KZbin you'll see his video demonstrating it. However, unfortunately, it seems you need the laser in the first place, which it seems the US version doesn't have?

[@diywithandrew]

@@frangipani-dreams Thank you for the information!

[@Zamboni-0805]

Great saw, glad I got one a couple years ago. The only issue I have is the dust collection...as you found out. It is not the best...terrible if I am being honest. However, with all the other features, I have learned to live with the terrible dust collection.

[@diywithandrew]

Totally agree! Thanks for the comment.

[@frangipani-dreams]

@@diywithandrew Dan Pattison has done a mod for this - just search 'Bosch Axial Glide Dust Collection Upgrades & Mods' on KZbin to find it. I don't think any mitre saw does a particularly good job out the box with dust collection, especially without a vac hook up. Always improved with a hood.

[@rikityrik]

@@diywithandrew there’s a video on KZbin where a guy made a longer chute at the front of the saw just under the blade, also the hard on the elbow can’t be helping. I’m having the hardest time deciding 10” or 12” or go with the newer Makita. It’s killing me, it’s a lot of money. I’m also considering the Metabo that’s similar to Makita but quality doesn’t seem that great, idk.

[@zamplify]

😍😍😍

[@diywithandrew]

Glad you like

[@Corintios1100]

you gave me a great help, taught me how to operate my machine. Thank You

[@diywithandrew]

Thanks for letting me know!