My thoughts on the Bosch GCM12SD Glide Miter Saw

[@joshfoster7760]

Just bought this 3 days ago and love it. Was working with it set up on my deck and could still get around it love the glide system on it if your looking for a new saw this is it

[@ryancollins3447]

Thanks for this thorough review. I've hand my eye on this Bosch since they came out, but just couldn't justify the price until recently. With my downsized shop, the ability to set this up against a wall is a must. I think I'll be headed to the hardware store soon!

[@BType13X2]

Great review I did tighten up those screws for the glid just ever so slightly. My saw came in so buttery smooth that if the wind blew on it, it would glide and move. I wanted to to move with very little input, but with input none the less. (if that makes sense)

[@michaellaley8882]

Great video. I've had my Bosch for about 3 years, and it is the best saw that I have ever bought. Fantastic!

[@hammerandhome]

Thanks, I've had mine now for about 7 years i think, it still works perfectly

[@anthonymarker4984]

Thanks for the thorough review. Your pointing out that you use the DeWalt brackets on it is exactly the information I was looking for. Everything you covered was useful as an overview. Again, thanks.

[@hammerandhome]

Thanks! Happy it was helpful 👍

[@JASinIL2006]

I just bought this saw and your video was very helpful in my learning how to use it. I’m going to try to find the vacuum hose you mention…

[@hammerandhome]

Glad I could help! enjoy. the festool hose is amazing as well

[@PSJBL]

Just bought one. Love it. Had a Dewalt chop from 1996. What an improvement! Good video…

[@hammerandhome]

Right on!

[@durhamholtmeier8330]

Same here had and still have almost every DeWalt from late 1990's on....and used to use an old Black and Decker slide before it became DeWalt....just bought the Bosch yesterday....setting it up today.

[@hammerandhome]

@@durhamholtmeier8330 nice, enjoy!

[@davekava3946]

I bought this saw for my small shop. The fact it didn’t take up extra room coming out from the wall is what sold me on it. That and the fact both Izzy Swan, the Wood Whisperer (and now you) all said it’s as good as the kapex. We live on 100 acre homestead. I’ve been using this saw sometimes portably taking it around to different buildings and locations when I need to work. It’s HEAVY! Lol. Now it stays in the shop. I wish the Bosch mobile stand for it wasn’t almost as much as the saw. I see both Delta and Ridgid have copied the folding arm aspect in their saws

[@supersproodle]

Delta supplies the one for Ridgid so they are essentially the same.

[@Msports410]

From what I have seen on reviews and videos because it is beautiful and i loved so I was going to get it the delta cruzer(the copied version) has a deflection issue pretty bad one too. When the arms are all the way out the blade will move side to side with the littlest force. I think it's because Bosch was smart made a vertical arm and one horizontal arm so it helps counter act any blade deflection. If you look at the rigid and delta(thanks for clearing it up I thought those two saws looked identical with different name plates) their arms are both pretty close to vertical so I think there is nothing to keep any side to side motion from happening. There's some videos of each saw and it's with one finger the whole blade moves. So when the shop is done I will be going Bosch it's the pioneer of that tech it just plain and simple works plus anything thats as good or better than a Festool when they are $15-1600 works for me!

[@nickzigrang2664]

I was near sold on a Delta Cruzer. Now I've got to decide

[@adderjack4604]

I do want one of those. I'm currently using an old, non-sliding/gliding, bosch miter saw. It works, but it's harder to avoid tear out on a miter saw that doesn't glide, since you can only attack from one angle. I've just been having to work around that issue. I will upgrade at some point, but that saw is expensive. Lol

[@spcpitts]

I got mine for 500 and change refurbished on ebay. It's so nice you can't tell it's not brand new. And it has a 2 year warranty

[@fabiancanada8876]

Thanks, I just ordered one. I have a Bosch Sliding Mitre Saw (12" as well) which is actually very similar to the one in your video. However, I am looking forward to being able of putting the new saw right agains the wall and have a nice mitre saw station setup in my shop. I will definitely keep and use the old saw (probably will put it on a portable stand and use it for construction/job sites).

[@barbarastaccone3644]

Christmas present last year. I love mine too. Been a while since i read the manual so I appreciate the video a great deal. Barb

[@lincolnwhyte72]

With your explanation and examples the Bosch miter saw is easy for me to use know

[@nathanpowell1500]

I should have bought this saw. I went back and forth and ended up with the dws779. Which, it's a fine saw, but I kick myself every time I see how much room the slides take up. Thanks for rubbing it in :P

[@Presbiter]

Clean it and sell it...depending on its condition you might get up to 500 for it, may be even more if you are lucky and find a dumb fuck. Then add all lil out of your pocket and get that god damn Bosch. Its a german tool man, you gotta get ya hands on that thing sooner or later. You know it and I know it. And once there on that shiny little spot of german quality tools...there is no coming back from it. Sniffing that fine wood dust nice and accurately cut by a blade made from the same steel used building those Panzers that once nearly had the nations of the world on their knees. If you put the saw on the highst speed some say you can hear the raw of a tiger in the distance far away. That shit gets you faster than crack or heroin. So ma man whats stopping you from doing it and finally get a tool that is built for men?

[@MrF01tzpatrick]

The shadow line on the Dewalt 12 inch. Faster than any stop you can habeing able to accurately gauge where the blade is for any cut of any range

[@OldePhart]

So nice to not see a wall of Festool in a video. My kids just bought me this for Christmas and it came yesterday !

[@hammerandhome]

nice present , enjoy!

[@joergalbrecht5255]

Great intro to BOSCH miter saw. Thanks.

[@Linrox]

Totally agree, i have one too. best Compound miter saw on the market.

[@tracynshea1333]

Went from the hitachi 12” to this and love it, just wish they included a laser or shadow lite for the price. I’ve found a few hacks for the older version but not this one yet

[@hammerandhome]

I almost bought the Hitachi 12'' a long time ago, then they came out with this, it was perfect timing.

[@dRapp421]

I was torn between the 12" hitachi (Metabo) and this saw. I ended up with the Bosch. The Hitachi was much bulkier, didn't glide as easy, and I didn't like the vertical grip. I wish the Bosch had a laser too, but for me this will be going into a miter station with a stop block system, so no big deal.

[@hammerandhome]

@@dRapp421 i think you made the right choice, my first saw was a Hitachi, I loved that thing!! but the bosch is on a different level

[@tracynshea1333]

@@hammerandhome To me this is festool level. The Hitachi served it’s purpose and we now have a metal cutting blade we keep on it for PVC/ Aluminum deck railings and other metal we need to cut

[@davidb9728]

Thanks for the video. Very informative. Trying to decide between the 10 and 12 inch. What would be the advantage having 12 inch. I have a small shop. Not a professional. Thanks in advance.

[@ThekiBoran]

I know a guy/installer who has that saw attached to a heavy steel stand. He packs it in and out of his van and around job site and up and down stairs with no complaints. I'd be complaining.

[@gsnad]

Great video. I'm looking at this one to upgrade from my craftsman 10in

[@hammerandhome]

Thank you. that would be a sweet upgrade. they do make this saw in a 10'' as well as two cordless models.

[@Hisham_HMA]

i've seen a video on DeWALT miter saw, but the Bosch has a very smart and easier design and much more easy and convenient places for the different knobs

[@jaayjones5937]

I bought this saw Oct 2021, the distance that it goes past the fence is 0. You can't cut rabbets or dado's with it the full length of a board. And You have to really make certain that you hold it down a push all the way towards the fence when cutting a board. The saw just doesn't move past the fence as it should. It's okay as a chop saw but pretty expensive for just that purpose.

[@SuzukiKid400]

Use a fence spacer

[@jaayjones5937]

@@SuzukiKid400 I feel that advertising an ability that requires the purchaser to make something themselves to make it work is disingenuous. What is the point of having a opening that extends beyond the distance the blade moves? Making a fence or adding a board reduces the width of board you can dado or rabbet. Eventually we plan on making a spacer to that will allow the blade to move the full distance of the slot.

[@R4BY4ORD]

Thank you Brad, awesome video. I will definitely be asking Santa 🎅 for this saw in 2021. I'm just an avid DIYer and a retired heavy truck technician so I know the value of good tools. My local Woodcraft store has this on display and I fell in love as soon as I seen it. You listening Santa 🎅?

[@hammerandhome]

Happy holidays!

[@R4BY4ORD]

@@hammerandhome FYI follow up, 🎅 heard me, also brought the Bora Portamate PM-8000 flip top miter saw stand work station and its as sweet as the saw. Thanks again for the great review. Ron

[@hammerandhome]

@@R4BY4ORD That's great to hear!! Way to go, Santa!

[@ghosttoo7467]

I bought one about 7 years ego is a 10" and I saved about 3 ft. In the back compared to the other one that it was rod bearings guided best money that I ever expended

[@hammerandhome]

Awesome!

[@daxd8358]

Just bought the saw and looking for ideas to use a miter saw to the full , thank you .

[@hammerandhome]

my pleasure, enjoy the new saw and thanks for watching

[@nickhawke]

Useful video. I Ordered this saw and the GTA 2500 W saw stand (trolley). Both arriving tomorrow, just in time for some DIY at the weekend. The weather is starting to improve here so I thought it was time to buy a decent saw. Thanks for the video.

[@hammerandhome]

Have fun! thanks for watching the saw is sweet to use, you will love it

[@maxxonetwo3]

Thank you for this thorough review. Well done.

[@hammerandhome]

You’re welcome, thanks for watching!

[@yafeelmestevens6256]

Hows the accuracy or did you ever had to do calibration on the saw

[@judithrob1591]

This test is only if you want to saw with precision with a miter saw. (test is not for rough work). Tips and Test: Very important if you would like to saw with precision. (avoid torsion as much as possible)! Always choose a Miter saw with a handle positioned in a vertical line above the saw blade. Everything must be aligned, slide rails, handle, and saw blade,it is much better this way the blade will not tilt. Because there is some torsion in the aluminum housing . And choose an engine with softstart on it to prevent wear of the gear and worm shaft. It is very important that everything is aligned. Here are some examples to show how the handle must be positioned above the blade. Bosch gcm 800 sj / Bosch gcm 8 sjl / Evolution rage 3 / FESTOOL KS 60 / HITACHI C12RSH2 / FESTOOL KS 60 E KAPEX / Metabo KGSV 72 Xact / Bosch GCM 8 SDE (This also is the case with the Miter saw without the slide rails). If you want you can test it yourself at home if there is torsion in the aluminum housing. Step-1. First you make a clean sharp saw cut from +-5 mm deep in to a nice flat piece of wood about +- 20 mm thick. To this with the normal handle positioned on the right side of the Miter saw. Step-2. Then repeat this by pushing the saw blade down with your hand (finger) on the aluminum protective cover were the saw blade is cased in. Just now only do this without the running engine. Step-3. Now you can see if the saw blade will be positioned in or next to the saw cut. If the saw blade is (+- 0,2 / 0,5 mm) next to the saw cut then there is torsion in the aluminum housing. Step-4. Therefor it is much better to choose a Miter saw with the handle positioned vertical in line above the saw blade. The second option is the handle positioned horizontal in line above the saw blade. Step-5. When you measure the vertical angle square of you're sawblade don't forget that there is always some torsion in the aluminum housing. Conclusion: how further away the handle is from the saw blade how more chance of torsion in the aluminum housing.(don't go for that). P.S. Also with a cheap slide miter saw it is still better the handgriff a above the saw blade than on the right side. Maybe they will make it someday then we have a winner... Greetings from Rob (Amsterdam)...

[@MixingGBP]

What is the widest board width it will cut without needing to rotate the board end for end?

[@davidndahura7437]

Seems 340 mm

[@aftermath2333]

I believe 14 inches 6 1/2 vertical

[@paulcritchley464]

I bought mine 2016. Did you know that if you cut a 6x1 on edge and it cuts well. Got a mixture of tools been building for 54 years and I’m not going to give up

[@hammerandhome]

Cheers thanks for watching:)

[@sparx2391]

This saw is a work of art, such a clever idea.

[@hammerandhome]

I know, every time i use it i love it even more

[@Ironblank1]

@@hammerandhome How does the Makita compares to this one?

[@TK-yj2wn]

I know this was from years ago.. but are those aftermarket fences or is that what came with the saw? Thanks for the review and for taking the time to post content like this. It really takes a lot of guessing and stressing out over what to purchase. Thanks

[@hammerandhome]

Thanks! Those fences came with the saw, I think the new saws have the same fence. It’s been a while since i looked at the new ones. Great for standing material up. Cheers

[@rickbennett9643]

I own this saw. Best investment I ever made!!!

[@sukaboy00]

Anyone have a comment on the 12inch vs the 10inch? I had a 10in chop saw that is now toast and looking at one of these. The 12inch is HUGE! but the features it has would allow me to get rid of my old portable table saw too.

[@SwampDonkey64]

I just bought one brand new, and the trigger mechanism is different than yours. Going to take some getting used to.

[@ninjazzrhythm400]

The reason I bough my Hitachi is because of that, the weight and also more compact BUT it should have still bought this over the Hitachi. Hitachi now Metabo HPT has new miter saw. It comes with their new 36v system and I wonder if Bosch will be going wireless with wire capability just like the Metabo HPT? It would be nice and I'll probably buy their 10" if they ever come out with one. Oh before I forget, I hope Bosch improve their dust collection. Thats what it actually all it needs to be the perfect saw.

[@hammerandhome]

NinJazz Rhythm yeah the weight is a big thing for sure. I love the look of the new metabo 36v saws. They remind me of the old style of hitachi saws. Great saw! It would be sweet if bosh came out with this model in cordless, I would be all over that too. I have yet to find a saw with perfect dust collection, it always a let down. Thx for watching

[@jeffalan6339]

Now that is what I call a review. You set the standard. I have been considering... Bosch Milwaukee Makita For their 12" sliders, for my finish carpentry company. I can't justify spending 1600 on a festool. To calibrate the contractor grade saws I say be a good match. Now if festool instead the 3 year warranty was like hilti st 20 would consider it. Milwaukee is 5 Bosch 3 Makita 3 Festool 3 as well. Hilti will even over night the replacement then uou send in the defective tool.

[@hammerandhome]

Thank you!

[@treehugginmegatron]

Jeff, which saw did you decide on? I'm debating those three plus the dewalt dws716

[@jeffalan6339]

@@treehugginmegatron I have the Dewalt, it's basic, yet made to last owned it for 25 years. If you want precise cuts calibrate then your good to go, use speed/rafter square if need to loosen the screws adjust, now you can make quality cuts. It will be my rough cut saw For trim... I'm placing Bosch 1st , Milwaukee second, I tried the makita in dealer showroom didn't like the action as another contractor returned it for that reason., festool is well made accurate, most don't like the handle and the button on the handle add 1500 I'll pass. The Bosch has wings that retract, compact, is heavy to remedy that have custom aluminum stand to make it portable, with brackets to keep the saw firmly attached. Milwaukee my second choice s 100 more.

[@jeffalan6339]

Excellent video sir. I'm stuck between... Milwaukee 6955 Festool kapex Bosch gsm Each has something that beneficial. Like the Milwaukee Digital readout and knob to get precise cuts Bosch ease of use Festool precise though can only use festool blades. It's lower consideration for my finish carpentry company. Again thank you bud excellent video I calibrate my saws right now 12 DeWalt is it does the job. Use framing square and speed square to first calibrate the saw. Make a cut use the 2 squares to check for the cut 45, 90 etc.

[@hammerandhome]

well... that's a tough decision on what saw to get, The bosch saws are cordless now, so that's a big plus in my world. I love the bosh and have never had an issue with it. I can't say much for the Milwaukee, because i have never used it. but it looks nice. The Festool is on a different level as far as price, but it also has some really nice features on it, it's just really hard to justify that kind of money for a saw. I almost bought it years ago but went with the bosch instead. I have used the festool and its nice but for me it wasn't worth it. if you can try and use all of them before you buy. sorry i couldn't be more helpful cheers

[@hammerandhome]

Also festool just announced a new cordless model

[@jeffalan6339]

@@hammerandhome you tube is public tv to educate in part. Your video did just that. I have riled out the Milwaukee you must carry the saw and buy a strap to carry the stand plus the brackets. Add no material hold down clamp. Festool offers a lot is pricey, the saw uses only festool due to metric arbor Leaves Bosch it gets praised and criticism. To say mount it to the stand so much for the weight problem. Bosch is 65 lbs as Milwaukee festool 50. Bosch has better cut capacity. I thank you for your video

[@hammerandhome]

@@jeffalan6339 Thanks Jeff, I think you will really like the Bosch! have a great day!

[@psalm23sheepdog]

Too bad it doesn’t have a laser cutting guide or the duel l.e.d. lights that cast a shadow of the blade as a cutting guide. Some of us here are wondering if there is any side flex happening when you pull the arm out fully? We’ve seen other channels showing other saw demonstrations where the blade arm will flex if you don’t pull straight with your arm, leaving a bad out of angle cut.

[@MGNYPD]

You say this Bosch Saw is good and I purchased it on your recommendation but, have you measured the deflection when using it. I’m curious to know if you like many other owners have the same problem. Set the saw at 90° and cut a 12 inch piece of wood. It may be 90° at the fence but it is never 90° at the end of the cut. I called Bosch several times and there is no adjustment for this. The arms have too much play or deflection. Let me know if you have the same problem Thanks, Mitch

[@hammerandhome]

Hey Mitch , I’ll take a look at mine. I’ve never noticed an issue with it. I’ll be using it soon and I’ll make a video on it.

[@danielhoffman2199]

How is it for dust collection ? Most saws need a wide mouth "box" connected to dust hose or pipe and there is still dust everywhere. Does the small dust hose connection on the saw work when connected to an appropriate collector ?

[@hammerandhome]

Its ok, like most miter saws the dust collection is never the best. if your inside a home you might want to have a hood or something like it.

[@danielhoffman2199]

@@hammerandhome Thanks

[@maryschatz8406]

Missing a light or laser, any after market fixes?

[@j.5043]

Great video! Do you happen to know the exact width dimensions (width and depth). Already have miter station and wondering if it would fit.

[@mattk7827]

Thank you for reviewing this. I've been a Dewalt guy and I recently sold my 10 inch Ryobi saw to a friend looking for something. I've been back and forth with the Dewalt that also allows battery use but the space saving without the rails on the Bosch may have me thinking twice.

[@hammerandhome]

My pleasure. I have the DEWALT power station that I also double as my charger on site some times. My thinking was if I have the power station I’m basically cordless with any tool I use. And the Bosch is such a nice saw to use. Thanks for watching

[@Popeslash]

Mine (just purchased) has no black plastic cap where the guard is in front, my handle has no thumb safety switch on the grip, instead it has a safety slide underneath the handle. Was I shipped low grade stuff? The advertised picture showed the one you have. Should I return it? Is the version I have an improvement? Like wtf

[@markbailey6488]

Hi isit a good idea can u use this machine as well for aluminum profile cutting thks

[@salvationartsandcrafts4355]

Very informative video. You showed me a couple of things I didn’t know. There are two black plates or clips behind the fence. Do you know what their purpose are? I looked up the parts diagrams and it identified them as “plates” but I haven’t found out what purpose they are intended to serve. Thanks for the video. It really did help in a couple of areas.

[@oo0Spyder0oo]

They might be the ones you rotate and stop or allow the fences from coming off. If you do a 45 deg cut you need to pull the fence right back on the right, the clip stops the fence coming all the way out, if you prefer.

[@LarsJensenT10]

Great review! Just picked one up at Menards 11% off sale.

[@hammerandhome]

Sweet! Thanks for watching

[@stephenrees438]

I’m seriously considering an upgrade to this Bosch unit. Can you share your experiences about yours now that you’ve used it? Thank you in advance.

[@modernartofwoodwork2273]

Very helpful review! Appreciate all the details you showed and explained!

[@hammerandhome]

Glad it was helpful! thanks for watching

[@raptango_na6199]

​@@hammerandhome what kind of dust collection system do you use?

[@hammerandhome]

@@raptango_na6199 Festool

[@timinwisco4921]

Please post the type of Hose you have.... I like how snug it fits

[@hammerandhome]

That’s the festool hose. We have it listed in our amazon storefront, check out the link in the description below the video.

[@Goose8219]

Jason I plan to make this purchase. Only question I have is, does it have a laser line or light 💡 for shadow line like the GCM 12?

[@hammerandhome]

No it doesn’t have anything, I believe you can buy an aftermarket laser that screws on to the arbour.

[@jerryjohnson2270]

I have this saw and its heavy duty I wish it had the dual laser and a light .I guess after market for those items , Is that the 12 Diablo blade 80 tooth blade? and do you recommend this blade or any others since its been 2 years on this video.

[@jerryjohnson2270]

for trim on that blade.

[@alansousa2488]

is there any way to couple the vacumm that when you turn on the miter saw the vacum turns on together synchronized?

[@hammerandhome]

you could buy a vacuum that has that option, or there are plug adapters that you can get to make that happen

[@funnyharleyman]

To anyone who has had this saw for while, how has the glide system held up for you? Any problems? Also, any difficulties in dialing this saw in for accuracy? Thanks!

[@hammerandhome]

mine is still running great, no issues yet

[@abcdddiia]

There's a lot of criticism of this saw not able to cut square on either side of the blade. Wish you had put a square on the cuts to see the accuracy.

[@hammerandhome]

i have heard that, this saw has always cut square for me, any time I own a saw, and it starts to get out of square because of damage to it, i replace it. unless it can be fixed of course.

[@hipairbrush1053]

How many HP or peak amps is your shop vac?

[@bshilkitus]

Hi, just just wondering if you have this plugged into your Festool vacuum or are you running the vac and the saw on two different circuits?

[@hammerandhome]

i plug it into my Festool, very handy

[@speXnce]

I need this in my life. Thanks for the thorough review. Liked and sub'd! 👌💯

[@hammerandhome]

right on, thank you! it's an amazing saw

[@samuelward6204]

Where did you purchase the work surface top with the predrilled holes for clamps? What is this product called?

[@hammerandhome]

This is the festool mft 3 table has a lot of options.

[@presbarkeep]

I'm building cabinets with a miter saw station in my garage, and I'm limited on space, so no "sliding" miter saws since they're space hogs in the back. What is the distance between the point furthest back on the saw to the adjustment knob at 90 and 45 degrees? Also wondering if this might be too big a saw for my scale of weekend DIY stuff... but it sure looks cool and i love that space saving design.

[@FryChicken]

I was researching this saw today, and I can't find this information on the Bosch website. For the 10" version, its' 30"

[@JoeLazzara]

Hi Brad. Thank you so much for posting this video, it was great. I was wondering if you could please help me or give me some advice that I need. I just purchased the Dewalt 779 sliding miter saw and now I'm seeing all these videos for this Bosch. There is quite a price difference between the 2 models, but I was wondering if you could please tell me if that price difference is really worth the difference in the sliding mechanism of these saws? I am pretty much a do-it-yourselfer here at home, so I would not be taking the saw anywhere but I'm just not sure if spending that extra money for the Bosch is worth it for storage purposes. Is there any way you could PLEASE help me out with this because I don't want to return the Dewalt if I don't have to, but I would really value your opinion on this. Any help or advice you can give me I would greatly appreciate. Thank you so much!!

[@hammerandhome]

hey Joe, how did you make out with the boch?

[@JoeLazzara]

@@hammerandhome Hi Brad. Wellllll....I chickened out lol. I didn't going pick it up from HD. The problem I'm having is justifying that price tag for occasional at home use. Believe me, I really want the saw but it would be only for the little space that it saves. I've already used my Dewalt 779 and it works great. I'm building a mobile workbench soon and I will be incorporating the Dewalt into it so I don't have to lift it all the time lol. But yeah, I never got it. Can you think of another really, really, really good reason why I should go buy that thing lol????

[@jefftucker9225]

I own both , I have the dewalt 12' sliding and a Bosch 10' glide, I much prefer the bosch but it was almost double the price and the I have a small shop and the dewalt just takes up to much room, also the dust bag on the dewalt is located in the back and with it attached it sticks out 16' plus compared to the bosch and the dewalt has horrid dust collection, but if you have the room and don't mind the dust, the dewalt is a good saw for a budget, but if you can afford it , get the bosch, imo it's worth it

[@cw6136]

Why doesn't this saw have a laser for cold setting? Sometimes I'm working with scribed angles and not having a laser to get me "in the ballpark" is very annoying.

[@chiphollon2796]

How long have you owned this particular model ? I was thinking of getting one and adding a led light but another reviewers pics showed that the blade cover had changed and did not look like the photos shown on most sites, in particular the black part at the end of the blade cover just past the handle is now a single piece and I would not be able to make that modification.

[@hammerandhome]

I think I have had this saw for 9 years or so. It’s great to use. They just came out with cordless models of this saw as well

[@coxy9222]

How accurate are the 45 degree cuts and 90 degree cuts? Is there even any blade wobble whilst cutting?

[@hammerandhome]

i find this saw to be very accurate at all cuts. it's my go to saw for finishing. never framing, I haven't seen any wobble.

[@vincentwhelan2484]

When you say "framing" do you consider framing to be to abusive on a saw? I'm undecided on this saw or a Makita Ls1219l having just sold my earlier Bosch model GCM 10 SD which served me well!

[@rlund3]

buying one tomorrow, God willing. What are the yellow "feet" you have on yours?

[@hammerandhome]

that is a dewalt stand mount, enjoy!!

[@rlund3]

@@hammerandhome Bought the Bosch and loving it. Thanks for the review and the desalt standd info.

[@victorfeliciano6094]

question how do you compare this bosch miter saw to dewalt flexvolt 60v miter saw? what your opinion like to know thanks!!

[@hammerandhome]

so I have never used the dewalt flexvolt saw, but in my opinion the bosch is better for a number of reasons. the Glide, it's by far the smoothest out there. once you try it, its very hard to go back to a slider. next is a big one for me and that's the bevel lock on the front of the bosch, it is so nice to use that it is such a time saver for me. again once you use it you will never go back. having to reach around to the back of a saw to unlock is a pain. especially on the larger saws. I don't mind it on small saws because the reach is minimal, but 12'' saws are a pain. next would be the overall space that these massive saws take up, not having rails to slide on saves a lot of space. so it's great for a trailer or a shop. the bosch also has table extensions on the sides that i use all the time. I think the only reason i would buy the dewalt would be for its cordless feature. if I was to bring another saw into the mix it would be the new Metabo slider. it looks very nice and i would probably put it in 2nd place after the bosch. hope this helps. thanks for watching.

[@Maxwendler7]

What are your thoughts on a DIY'er getting this saw? I currently am using my first Miter saw (Chicago Elec.) that I purchased when I bought my home. I want to get more into woodworking and just general DIY than I already am, and this saw his been on the top of my list. Is this "overkill" for me?

[@sparx2391]

Just go for it, you only live ounce .

[@SuzukiKid400]

@@sparx2391 was that a fat joke!? 🤪

[@zoozolplexOne]

tanks for the review, lot of details!!

[@hammerandhome]

Your welcome and thanks for watching

[@ekimusman2]

does bosch offer any zero clearance inserts for this saw? great review, by the way.

[@hammerandhome]

Thanks. And yes they do. Here is a link amzn.to/2ZAwqWE

[@dominicdiclemente8877]

@@hammerandhome Infinity tools makes a really nice one .... I installed it on mine today

[@jlgothrocks]

Where can I purchase the hose that you use for dust collection

[@hammerandhome]

here are some links for you. Amazon USA amzn.to/3iafoqB and Amazon Canada amzn.to/32f04U9

[@victorfeliciano6094]

ok on the bosch miter saw , thanks for that. last question what is the best miter stand for this bosch miter saw.

[@hammerandhome]

i'm a fan of the Dewalt because you can change out the saw if you want, you can buy separate mounting brackets for it, that allows you to put any saw on it. or you can go with the rolling cart style by bosch, its nice but bulky. all depends on your needs.

[@martinf9626]

I agree it is a grate Saw

[@donaldjeansonne8667]

Do you find that the forward travel is a little short? I think another 1/4" would be a better cut as the blade exits the board. Is there any adjustment to get it farther past the fence?

[@john747diesel]

Will this Saw cut through a 6 x 6 post at a 90° angle?

[@Jason-sg3xn]

Yup, 6 1/2 inch vertical capacity

[@john747diesel]

@@Jason-sg3xn thanks

[@doctorfpv9574]

the saws that move. Is it Dewalt?

[@hammerandhome]

This is a Bosch

[@arc1welds]

Good vid...is there any play or "compromise" to accuracy when the mechanism is fully extended? In other words, is it possible to wind up with a less than accurate or straight cut due to slack when those "arms" are fully extended.

[@hammerandhome]

i find that this saw is incredibly accurate. i never have any issues unless i'm doing a compound cut and i push a bit to hard, that's when you start to see some deflection in the saw blade not in the actual arm. I would almost prefer a 10'', but they didn't have them when i bought this saw.

[@aliostad1244]

Very informative. Thanks

[@hammerandhome]

You're welcome

[@esiofrancisco7831]

Eu. Gostaria de. Sabe do valor desta. Maquina

[@cookinitmax]

Dust issue I’d just cut a milk jug fit it in to place Walla.

[@hammerandhome]

good idea

[@DrRSPMD2010]

Thanks for that excellent video, very informative!!!

[@hammerandhome]

my pleasure, thanks for watching

[@Larry-jb6su]

Why wouldn't you name the one that moves?So I can avoid it

[@saudinhodzic3672]

So you’re saying you pay $650-750 and there is no laser on this thing ? Or can’t even add one? Where do you get that vacuum and hose?

[@hammerandhome]

a lot of saws don't come with lasers anymore, it's unfortunate. you can buy the laser that mounts onto the blade, I don't like it because it only goes on when the blade is spinning. The vac and hose is Festool kzbin.info/www/bejne/rZ-8iHqchd5sgs0 the link is below the video

[@dylanelgersma1375]

Line up the blade old school with your eye. I run this saw through its' full scectrum of optins and I promise you the laser is a small compromise for such a weapon of a saw

[@hammerandhome]

@@dylanelgersma1375 such an amazing saw! have you seen the cordless option now?

[@TheRealGOTdurrrred]

Good saws don't have lasers. That's a cheap saw thing because pros don't use lasers

[@SkyShupe]

What is the other brand?

[@hammerandhome]

Festool

[@davibb3355]

IT have. Laser guide ???

[@hammerandhome]

no it doesn't, but you can buy the style that attaches onto the arbour, not my favorite laser style

[@samirrebel5473]

Just notice it does not have a laser guide

[@hammerandhome]

sadly no. the best laser guide i've ever used was on the old Hitachi saws from 15 years ago.

[@spcpitts]

Your on youtube. You can call out Dewalt. Nobody cares.

[@jamesfox8930]

exactly.

[@victorfeliciano6094]

thanks!!!!! for your reply

[@Xpid07]

No shadow line 😕

[@hammerandhome]

@@Xpid07 nope 👎🏿, but I still love it. I do miss my old 10” hitachi with a laser. It was the best

[@cicerojoaquimsoares6047]

Excelente!👍🇧🇷

[@hammerandhome]

thanks for watching!

[@kreksfeks1200]

wrong title, Sd stands for SLIDE, Gd stands for GLIDE,,,,this model is GLIDE, so it's a GD MODEL

[@mikecoughlin3222]

It's too bad the blade does not go all the way through the wood as demonstrated at 1:28 unless you plop a block of wood behind it. Major design flaw.

[@anyfoolknowthat]

How does Bosch charge this much but then include such a lame hold down clamp

[@hammerandhome]

good question. wish i had an answer

[@johncowan2240]

U

[@yuliyanyul1633]

Everywhere I see this saw I coment beacuse I had one and is worst saw I ever use.

[@hammerandhome]

may I ask why?

[@yuliyanyul1633]

@@hammerandhome I am contractor so. This is not a saw you can move from job to job. No laser no shadow. Calibration take long. I used this saw more than year and never felt this is a right tool. And before go back to dewalt I bought metabo. So metabo laser future was great but quality of saw not. Now I am back with dewalt. You know some tools are useful some just look good. bosh just look good

[@hammerandhome]

@@yuliyanyul1633 Thanks for sharing, I do hate moving this thing around, its a back breaker! I only use mine for finishing and have enjoyed using it, I used to have 2 10" Hitachi sliding saws back in early 2000. miss that saw. thanks for watching

[@pooleo8]

I'm with this guy. Terrible saw imho. The biggest issue is not having that bevel pin positive lock at 0*. Theres been countless times I've cut door casing and it's all beveled 1-2*. It pissed ya right off. Also, as a saw for trim carpentry, junk. The mechanics of the bevel changing is terrible. Lever for left, then the knob for right and have to push the saw......not a fan. Also, having to mark the front of your piece instead of the back is frustrating. Because the blade doesnt go past the fence. As a general framing saw, it's great. Set it up in a new con against a wall. Go to town.

[@tbicklewoodworking2116]

I was stooged into purchasing this shit saw. Worst dust collection ever. Heavy as hell. Never cuts straight. Piece of shit.

[@taheelur1]

Dewalt is overrated