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DEWALT DWS709 vs Hitachi C12FDH

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Title DEWALT 12-Inch Sliding Compound Miter Saw (DWS709)Hitachi C12FDH 15 Amp 12-Inch Dual Bevel Miter Saw with Laser (Discontinued by Manufacturer)
Model DEWALT
DWS709
Hitachi
C12FDH

Basic Info

Suggested Price $449.00 ($0.55 / oz)$349.95 ($0.36 / oz)
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Release Aug 2015

Overview

Top Features
  • Powerful 15 Amp, 3,800 rpm motor
  • Tall sliding fences, and exclusive back fence design
  • Adjustable stainless steel miter detent plate with 10 positive stops
  • Oversized bevel scale
  • Compact, lightweight design.Vertical Capacity: Crown Molding Vertically Nested:5.5 inches
  • Hitachi Power Tools has renamed to Metabo HPT. Same great tools, with only a new name.
  • Laser marker system
  • Accurately indicates where the blade will cut on the material and can be easily adjusted to the right or left of the cut mark depending upon the users preference
  • Powerful 15 Amp motor with 1,950 Watts of output power
  • Smoothly powers through hardwoods with ease
  • Tall, pivoting aluminum fence that stands at a height of 5 1/8 inch
  • Allows crown molding to be cut vertically for convenience
  • Elastomer compound
  • Coats the horizontal handle, reducing vibration, while adding comfort and preventing slippage
  • Large base
  • 12 inch dual bevel compound miter saw with laser marker
  • Miter range 52 degrees right and left; bevel range 48 degrees right and left; 15 Amp; 4,000 rpm
  • Micro bevel adjustment knob for fine tuning bevel angles; larger pivoting fence raises to 5 1/8 inches for cutting crown molding
  • Includes TCT 32 tooth saw blade, dust bag, vise assembly, box wrench, hex bar wrench and holder assembly
  • Measures 24.6 by 30.7 by 27 inches (W by D by H); 46.3 pounds; 5 year warranty

Reviews

Walmart Rating4.8 (out of 51 reviews)4.6 (out of 198 reviews)
Latest Reviews

Couldn't do without it
Rating: 5
I have had my Dewalt Compound Miter saw for about 5 years. It is the most important wood working tool that I own. (Other than my Dewalt reciprocating saw that is a life saver for taking apart pallets. But that is another review.) I depend on it, and it has never let me down. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
by EverythingSD on 2020-05-29T17:00:00

Quality Product !
Rating: 5
I decided to built a work bench using 2x4 and 2x6's. Using this DeWalt Miter saw gave me quick precise cuts, plenty of power to make smooth quick cuts. Having the all the quality features at your finger tips to make any adjustment's when needed. Handel grip is ergonomically designed for the larger projects, The overall design and attention to detail the designers used in making this Miter Saw really helps to make a your job a bit more safer and easier to use. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
by Soundwoods on 2019-11-05T16:00:00

Mows down anything you throw at it.
Rating: 5
I have had this Saw for about 2 years. Reliable and accurate. I have created DIY projects and remodeled my bathroom. This saw was essential in building my new bathroom. It's also a must have if you have to do a trim project. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
by Handy Manny on 2018-11-11T16:00:00

Great saw allowed
Rating: 5
I have had this saw for 2 months and love. And all my dewalt tools are awesome Big! Fan [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
by Kris62 on 2019-06-24T17:00:00

awesome saw!
Rating: 5
with quarantine this year, all my 40th birthday shenanigans were canceled....so I bought myself this sweet saw! I am thrilled! I'm a single mom with bad taste in men but great taste in tools! this saw is incredible, smooth & easy to use. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
by badassmom on 2020-05-30T17:00:00

Solid machine!
Rating: 5
This saw has knocked down every project I've thrown at it with ease. There is ample power and the build quality is second to none. If you want a saw that will stand the test of time, pick this one up. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
by Jonnymotoman on 2020-06-01T17:00:00

Love this saw!
Rating: 5
I was able to pick one of these after using a beveled miter chop saw for a while. The slide was something I was really looking forward to, plus it was an upgrade from a 10". I hadn't done the research on it, a sale opportunity popped up and a friend told me about it I had him pick it up for me and I was amazed once I finally got it set up at home. The lighted cut feature in place of a laser is incredible! I couldn't believe how much quieter it was, how smoothly it cut, how accurate the lighting "laser" thing is (cant remember what its called at the moment). All the bells and whistles really make this an amazing tool. Setting depth on the slide for repeatable cuts, just everything about this saw is great. I actually get giddy using the the thing, I enjoy it that much! [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
by Nick910 on 2020-05-30T17:00:00

Great Sliding Miter saw.
Rating: 5
I purchased this saw for my home remodeling. I recently opened up my enclosed stair case to our second floor. This saw was instrumental in building handrails and spindles. The miters are accurate and the cuts are clean. This is one of the best tools I ever purchased. I also added the folding/rolling stand. What a great addition. It makes the saw compact and easy to store. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
by Carl 264 on 2020-05-30T17:00:00

Durable and accurate
Rating: 5
I am a high-end custom home builder. This means I need excellent tools that can deliver consistent top-notch performance while holding up to the repeated abuse of moving from job to job. The DeWalt 12” sliding compound miter saw is the only one I use. I've had the same one for years and don't plan on getting a new one any time soon. It takes a beating and still delivers clean, accurate cuts. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
by GaryS on 2020-05-29T17:00:00

Amazing saw
Rating: 5
I got this a couple years ago as a present when I just started out woodworking and it has been a great saw! Incredibly versatile, robust, and precise. Highly recommend if you are either just starting out or have been woodworking for years [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
by WoodworkingRookie on 2020-05-27T17:00:00

Awesome
Rating: 5
Love the looks and how it preformed
by Tanner brown on 2020-03-14T17:00:00

Great so far
Rating: 5
Have used the saw to cut 2x4, 2x6 and 1 x lumber. It has been smooth, accurate and cuts extremely well. Miter angles were perfect out of the box. Made some picture frames just to check and the mitered corners were dead on. The laser has been spot on with no adjustment needed.
by Rdratc on 2019-07-05T17:00:00

Great Features & Value
Rating: 5
Perfectly square right out of the box! Love the laser! Cuts are nice and smooth! Fence is sturdy! After much research and talking with a power tool repair shop, and a high end cabinet man I know, this saw is the answer. Great saw!! If you're looking for a saw this is it!!
by RD614 on 2015-11-28T16:00:00

Easy to Use and Quiet
Rating: 5
I had to replace my old miter saw after several years of use. The first thing I noticed is how quiet the Hitachi runs. No worries on waking up the neighbors at odd hours. The ease of angle adjustment is superior to my old Delta. Cuts were good right out of the box with minimal refinement. The supplied blade offers surprisingly clean cuts for basic construction. It's a little heavier than I wanted, but hopefully that translates into greater durability. All in all, exactly what I needed at a better price than other competitors.
by Jeff81ou on 2015-12-14T16:00:00

Great features!
Rating: 5
Bought it for home renovations. LOVE the laser guide! Easy to work, can manage smaller angles without difficulty. Cutting wood flooring, baseboards, quarter round, even 2x6s. A pleasure to use, makes this job a lot easier!
by Mulerider1 on 2018-12-30T16:00:00

great product
Rating: 5
This is the second miter saw that I have purchased. I bought one in 2006 to do a home remodel and I bought this one for my son-in-law to do the same. I cannot say enough good things about Hitachi products.
by wally on 2016-06-14T17:00:00

Replacement
Rating: 5
This saw is a replacement for an older model miter saw I had whose trigger stuck. I have only used it a few times for door trim and moldings. I bought this saw because it was on sale and was double bevel model. I was comparing the double bevel sliders at double the cost and this one. I chose this because in reality it will cut most anything I will use in width and has all the bells and whistles I need. This saw is going in my woodshop and will be my primary saw for cutting lumber to length and then to a table saw for any other cuts needed. Over all I am happy with my purchase and feel I got the most bang for my buck with this unit.
by JohnH on 2017-01-23T16:00:00

Excellent saw. Stock blade cuts clean
Rating: 4
I would give it 5 stars but out of the box it was a tiny bit off the right hand mitre stop. I just need to go through the tune up procedure. I really do love the way the saw cuts
by Dbasiliere on 2019-01-04T16:00:00

Good but could be better
Rating: 4
Stepped up to this bad boy have a used 10" saw, which was my first. My first purchase I had to return because the fence would not line up correctly. This one was pretty much spot-on right out of the box. The things that kept me from giving an "excellent"; the laser is worthless in daylight, there is an over abundance of grease on parts that does nothing but collect dust and there's plenty of that since the bag might catch 15% of what the saw produces. For guys like me that don't have a huge dust collection system, having a smaller dust port or an adapter to accommodate a shop vac would be nice. I do love the fact that it's a sturdy machine. Handles anything I need to cut and the blade is lasting a long time. It seems to stay accurate with little fuss and must say I do like the color!
by MacD on 2018-08-23T17:00:00


Rating: 1
This was my first purchase online. Sales was great with price matching and communication was excellent. I was expecting a brand new product but instead what I got was either a returned item or a recondition. The the packaging was a mess, the item has a broken fence, there's a broken piece of metal that I don't know where it came from and the item has several scratches. What a waste of time.
by Jojee on 2013-04-06T17:00:00

All Features

Cuts ThroughMetal,Wood
Power Tool FeaturesKeyed Blade Change,Positive Stops
Maximum Degree Miter Cuts - Right60
Cord Length (ft.)6.667
Arbor Size5/8
Product-Weight (lb.)51lb
Maximum Cutting Thickness (in.)9.5
Included AccessoriesTool Only
Manufacturer Warranty3 Year Limited Warranty1 Year Free Service Contract90 Day Money Back Guarantee
Tools Product TypePower Tool
Product Width (in.)22.75
Certifications and ListingsUL Listed
Cordless/ CordedCorded
Blade Diameter (in.)12
Blade Diameter12
Corded Tool TypeMiter Saw
ConditionNew
Power SourceElectric
Color FamilyYellow
Dust collection typeBag
Returnable90-Day
Maximum Degree Miter Cuts - Left50
Miter Saw TypeSliding Compound
Bevel TypeDual
Amperage (amps)15
Construction MaterialMetal
Product Depth (in.)30.75
Product Height (in.)19.5
releaseAug 2015
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