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| Model | 
Makita LS1016L | 
DEWALT DCS361M1 | 
Basic Info
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| Suggested Price | 
$459.00 | 
$419.00 | 
| Release | 
Oct 2013 | 
Aug 2015 | 
Overview
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| Top Features | 
- Powerful 15.0 AMP direct drive motor requires less maintenance and delivers 3,200 RPM
 
- Compact design with a patented 4-Steel Rail Sliding System further increases rigidity to produce superior cuts
 
- Exclusive 6 linear ball bearings engineered to deliver “”dead-on”” accurate cuts
 
- Increased capacity for up to 6-5/8″” crown molding (vertically nested), 4-3/4″” baseboard (vertical), and 12″” crosscuts at 90°
 
- Largest crown molding cutting capacity in its class
 
- Innovative direct drive gearbox and guard system is engineered for increased vertical cutting capacity
 
- Miters 0°-52° left and 0°-60° right, with positive stops at 0°, 15°, 22.5°, 31.6°, and 45° (left and right)
 
- Less weight (53.3 lbs.) and the most compact design in its class for easy jobsite portability
 
- Soft start feature for smooth start-ups
 
- Electronic speed control maintains constant speed under load for smoother, higher quality cutting
 
- Exclusive 4-3/4″” tall dual sliding fence system features upper and lower fence adjustments for more precise miter and bevel cuts
 
- Built-in laser clearly indicates line-of-cut whether blade is turning or not; on-off switch and micro-adjustments for precise “”left-of-blade”” or “”right-of-blade”” cutting
 
- Dual rear-handle bevel lock is easily accessible and adjusts 0°-45° (left and right), with positive stops at 0°, 22.5°, 33.9° and 45° (left and right)
 
- Ergonomic rubberized horizontal D-handle design for better fit and added comfort
 
- Easy one-touch miter lock for accurate adjustments and increased efficiency
 
- Replaceable stainless steel miter scale features large and easy-to-read markings
 
- Large precision machined aluminum base supports material for more efficient cutting
 
- Easy-to-read dual bevel scale for more precise adjustments
 
- See-through blade guard system for greater visibility of blade and line of cut
 
- Easy one-step blade changes for increased efficiency
 
- Rubberized feet help tool remain stationary
 
- Large adjustable fence levers for fast and easy adjustments
 
- Oversized trigger switch for better fit, added comfort and easier operation
 
- 60T Carbide Tipped Blade (A-93675)
 
- Vertical Vise (122854-6)
 
- Dust Bag (122852-0)
 
- Triangular Rule (762001-3)
 
- Socket Wrench #13 (782232-8)
 
- Hex Wrench (783208-8)
 
- LS1016LX5
 
- LS1216LX4
 
- LS1216L
 
- LS1016
 
- LS0714
 
- LS1040F
 
- LS1221
 
- LS1040
 
- Four-Steel Rail Sliding System
 
- 6 Linear ball bearings
 
- Capacity for up to 6-5/8-inch crown molding (vertically nested), 4-3/4-inch baseboard (vertical), and 12-inch cross cuts at 90
 
- Powerful 15 AMP direct drive motor
 
- Exclusive 4-3/4-inch tall dual sliding fence system
 
 
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- Integrated XPS cross cut positioning system for better accuracy and visibility
 
- Adjustable stainless steel miter detent plate has 10 positive stops
 
- Oversized bevel scale
 
- Compact, lightweight design (31.6 bs.) for easy transport and storage
 
 
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All Features
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| Batteries Required? | 
No | 
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| Power Source | 
corded-electric | 
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| Item Package Quantity | 
1 | 
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| Voltage | 
120 volts | 
20 | 
| Included Components | 
bare-tool; attachments | 
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| Warranty Description | 
1-year warranty | 
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| Item Weight | 
60 pounds | 
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| Number Of Pieces | 
1 | 
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| Style | 
LS1016L miter saw | 
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| Batteries Included? | 
No | 
Yes | 
| Maximum Cutting Thickness (in.) | 
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3.5 | 
| Arbor Size | 
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5/8 | 
| Returnable | 
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90-Day | 
| Maximum Degree Miter Cuts – Left | 
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45 | 
| Battery Power Type | 
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Lithium Ion | 
| Battery Size | 
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Lithium Ion | 
| Product Depth (in.) | 
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25.25 | 
| Bevel Type | 
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Single | 
| Product Width (in.) | 
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19.875 | 
| Reconditioned | 
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No | 
| Charger Included | 
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Yes | 
| Product Height (in.) | 
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15.688 | 
| Power Tool Features | 
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Positive Stops | 
| Maximum Degree Miter Cuts – Right | 
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45 | 
| Number of Batteries Included | 
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1 | 
| Cordless Tool Type | 
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Miter Saw | 
| Battery Amp Hours | 
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4.0 | 
| Certifications and Listings | 
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1-UL Listed | 
| Miter Saw Type | 
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Sliding Compound | 
| Keyless/keyed blade change | 
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Keyed | 
| Manufacturer Warranty | 
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3 Year Limited Warranty1 Year Free Service Contract90 Day Money Back Guarantee | 
| Power Tool Product Type | 
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Cordless | 
| Blade Diameter | 
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7.25 | 
| Cordless/ Corded | 
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Cordless | 
| Tools Product Type | 
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Power Tool | 
| Dust Collection | 
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Yes | 
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