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BOSCH GCM12SD vs Delta 26-2251

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Title Bosch Power Tools GCM12SD - 15 Amp 12 Inch Corded Dual-Bevel Sliding Glide Miter Saw with 60 Tooth Saw Blade12 In. Dual Bevel Sliding Cruzer Miter Saw
Model BOSCH
GCM12SD
Delta
26-2251

Basic Info

Suggested Price $599.00$501.80
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Release Sep 2013Jun 2019

Overview

Top Features
  • Axial glide system: The patented glide system allows wider cross cuts and better alignment while also being compact; This saves you 12 inch of valuable work space; Bosch glide miter saw also offers unmatched smoothness of cut
  • Capacity: Expanded cutting capacity 14 inch horizontal capacity nominal 6 1/2 inch vertical capacity against the fence base 6 1/2 inch crown capacity against the fence 45 spring
  • Adjustable: The GCM12SD miter saw provides easy adjustments with a large easy to read uniform bevel and stainless steel miter scales with marked detentes and roof pitch angles; Bevel detents: 0, 33.9 degree, 45 degree left/right for accurate cuts; Category best 90 percentage dust collection optimized for cutting 2x material with a vacuum
  • Precision: Square lock quick release fences lock fence 90 degree to the table and requires no adjustment, 1 touch lock/unlock to slide fence for added support
  • Ease of use: Upfront bevel controls all metal bevel lock lever and range selector located upfront for quick and easy bevel settings without reaching behind the saw
  • 12 in. Blade with versatile flip-down fence design for industry leading 18 in. Nominal crosscut capacity
  • Shadow guide cutting line projects a consistent and accurate cutting line on your work piece
  • Dual bevel 47° left/47° right with front bevel release and 7 positive stops at the most popular bevel angles and an easy to reach lever override to move between stops.
  • 50° left miter/60° right miter capacity with 10 miter detents and positive stops
  • 15 amp motor for powerful cuts and blade brake for safety
  • One-hand front miter Controls with push button miter detent override and front bevel release for quick movement
  • 5 year Delta Warranty

Reviews

Walmart Rating4.5 (out of 208 reviews)
Latest Reviews

nice saw
Rating: 5
Works good, makes good cuts , adjusts easily, I like the swing arm range and accuracy
by bryce on 2020-03-02T16:00:00

Outstanding Saw
Rating: 5
I have many Bosch tools. I had 3 other saws prior to this. Best saw I ever used. Using a Freud 100 tooth blade for straight and miter cuts. I use a thick kerf blade for bevel cuts. Amazing results! The saw tracks without a hitch. Dust collection is great. This was money well spent.
by Pete10 on 2016-12-14T16:00:00

Awesome Saw
Rating: 5
I was rebuilding my deck and needed a new mitre saw to replace my old 10" mitre saw. I did my research and am glad I chose the Bosch GCM12SD. Very well made, very detail oriented. Nice features overall. Impressed with how the slide mechanism works as compared to the other models out there. My only issue is the saw is a little heavy but that is to be expected with a saw of this quality. This saw should last me for a while!
by Bigdog10549 on 2017-08-07T17:00:00

My new favorite tool
Rating: 5
I bought this about a month ago to tackle a wainscot project at home which had 8"+ wide baseboards. I quickly recognized/appreciated the thoughtfulness of the design and quality of construction. Miter and bevel adjustments are precise and intuitive. The dual axis mechanical arm movement is very smooth - great design and execution. When connected to my vacuum, the dust removal was pretty effective. Cuts were clean and precise. Overall, very impressed with this product!!
by ChiMike223 on 2017-01-30T16:00:00

Excellent Engineeering
Rating: 5
I don't often feel compelled to write a review. That said, this saw and the team who developed this say deserve praise. I don't like to make public my great “stupid” mements, but ego aside, I dropped this saw from 4 feet above the ground on concrete. I was sick to my stomach. Minutes later when I plugged it in, relief swept over me as I began testing the saw. All cuts remained plumb and square. All bevels and angles were precise. The slide srill pulled smooth as silk and true. Lastly, the sound of a motor running with precision and ample power remained pitch perfect. Thanks guys, for saving me from myself and from what, with any other brand compound sliding miter saw, would have been hours of readjustments or a whopping repair bill. Need I say more?
by meyerj001 on 2020-10-01T17:00:00

Excellent saw
Rating: 5
This saw is a solid machine. The axial glide system is a perfect and very precise design. There is no side to side play like other saws. The saw cuts are perfect. I was amazed at how perfectly all the adjustments were right out of box. It was perfectly square to fence and base. All the controls for bevel and miter are right up front and easy to set. Saw is on heavy side but I have it setup on the Bosch T4B gravity rise saw stand. This stand folds easily and makes it convenient to move around. The saw easily hooks up to my vac system and when connected collects dust perfectly. Saw has lots of power and is quieter then most saws I have used before. Overall I am glad I bought this Bosch saw and stand. It will work perfectly in the woodshop and with stand easily taken out on jobs.
by EAC67GT on 2018-01-04T16:00:00

Great saw , terrible hand grip and trigger.
Rating: 4
I bought my second 12” Bosch mitre saw because the first one I bought almost 9 years ago has been amazing. Gets used all the time by employees carpentry framing and finish work. Tough as nails. I was expecting the new saw to be the exact same but they had to mess with it , have made the hand and safety on the trigger terribly awkward. Still a great saw just not as good as it used to be
by CarterPro on 2020-01-28T16:00:00

Decent saw...should be nicer for the money
Rating: 4
I've dreamed about this saw for years. For what it cost, this saw should be twice as nice. It's super heavy, has no carrying handle on top, dust goes everywhere even when hooked to a vacuum. Saw is quite difficult to get square as well. For as much as these things cost and they don't include a light or laser either. Kinda silly. But it's a neat saw.
by Disappointed In this saw on 2017-04-14T17:00:00

Does what they say
Rating: 4
Had the saw just over two weeks and have few complaints. It's done everything you said it can do and I'm happy with the purchase. I only wish that somehow it were lighter and easier to transport and move. It matches well with the folding miter saw stand.
by Dan F on 2017-04-08T17:00:00

Horrible changes
Rating: 2
Just picked up a new saw yesterday, the new design of the handle and saftey switch is awful. The grip is to thick, the sliding switch is in a god awful position. Not to mention the downgrades from the lever locks for the fences to needing to tighten down the little screw if you want to move them. The product design team truly screwed the pooch on this one, will be looking into swapping in a properly designed old handke with dual side safety buttons but if that's not going to work It's getting boxed back up and promptly returned.
by NHcarpenter on 2020-06-27T17:00:00

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All Features

Product Depth (in.)31 in30 in
Tools Product TypePower ToolPower Tool
Amperage (amps)1515 A
PortabilityBenchBench
Cord Length (ft.)67
Miter Saw TypeSliding CompoundCompound
Bench & Stationary Tool TypeSlide Miter SawSlide Miter Saw
Table Width (in.)4025
Maximum Degree Miter Cuts - Left5250
Table Length (in.)1614.5
90 Degree Crosscut Capacity Maximum - Right4"X14"2"X18"
Certifications and ListingsCSA Listed,UL Listed
ConditionNewNew
Dust Collection MethodBagBag
Returnable90-Day180-Day
Blade Diameter (in.)1212
Maximum Cutting Thickness (in.)46.5
Product-Weight (lb.)65lb57 lb
Maximum Degree Miter Cuts - Right6060
Color FamilyBlueGray
Manufacturer Warranty1 Year5 Year Limited Warranty
Product Width (in.)22.5 in25.5 in
90 Degree Crosscut Capacity Maximum - Left4"X14"2"X18"
Construction MaterialAluminumAluminum
Bevel TypeDualDual
Included AccessoriesBladesBag
Power Tool FeaturesElectric Brake,Positive StopsBag Included,Electric Brake,No Additional Features,Positive Stops
Maximum Speed (rpm)38004000
Product Height (in.)24.25 in21.5 in
Arbor Size11"
45 Degree Crosscut Capacity Maximum4"X10"4"X10"
Cordless/ CordedCordedCorded
releaseSep 2013Jun 2019

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