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DeWalt DWS779 12-Inch Sliding Miter Saw

Name: DeWalt DWS779 12-Inch Sliding Miter Saw
Brand: DeWalt
Rating: 9.4 (1 reviews)

DeWalt

$350.00 – $420.00

15-amp corded 12-inch sliding compound miter saw with a 3800 RPM motor and 16-inch crosscut capacity. Features an integrated XPS LED cut line indicator, tall sliding fence, and cam-lock miter handle for quick angles.

9.4

Excellent

Consensus

Our Analysis

Ranked #1 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.

Score Breakdown

Expert Score

9.4

User Sentiment

9.4

Value Score

9.1

Complaint Risk

9.3

Freshness

8.0

Community

8.7

Availability

8.6

Pros

16-inch crosscut capacity
16-inch crosscut capacity
XPS LED cut line indicator
XPS LED cut line indicator
Powerful 15-amp motor
Powerful 15-amp motor

Cons

Very heavy at 56 lbs
Very heavy at 56 lbs
Requires large workspace
Requires large workspace

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The 12-inch blade generates significant kickback force so always clamp workpieces and keep hands clear of the blade path.
The 12-inch blade generates significant kickback force so always clamp workpieces and keep hands clear of the blade path.