The Bosch 5312 12-Inch Dual Bevel Slide Compound Miter Saw features easy-to-access controls, a large base with extensions, crown moulding settings, and a dual sliding rail design.

Pros of the Bosch 5312

The Bosch 5312 is an exceptional saw, suitable for a range of jobs and materials. From crown moulding to larger materials, the saw provides incredible accuracy and ease of use. The bevel and miter settings are easy to adjust with the help of its effective design, featuring controls at the front of the saw for quick changes and adjustments. This accurate and versatile saw is praised by Akku-Bohrschrauber both homeowners and professionals, who find it to be a solid, long-lasting, and reliable tool. If paired with a stand, it is relatively easy to move, load, and unload, but it works best as a static piece of equipment in the workshop or on the jobsite. It is heavy and durable yet perfectly accurate and straight. Not only does it provide professional quality cuts, it is remarkably easy to use and to set up. This versatile saw will handle any task, from framing and cabinetry to trim and moulding. With built-in stops for accurate angles on crown moulding, this saw makes the most difficult of tasks quick and flawless.

Cons of the Bosch 5312

The Bosch 5312 is a large, heavy saw, and as such requires a significant amount of space in the workshop or on the jobsite. Its shape is awkward, and, without a stand, it is difficult to carry. For its price, some buyers might expect more bells and whistles, like a laser. It does have infrared lines, but they are difficult to see. Other flaws include a low quality stock blade and a poorly placed handle. While the saw is equipped with marks and stops, some marks are thick, making them difficult to read when cutting precise angles; additionally, some users find the adjustments more complicated than the instructions indicate. Finally, the saw's long term quality has been called into question, with some reports of irregular noise after long term use.

Final Opinion on the Bosch 5312

Overall, the Bosch 5312 is a high quality, durable, accurate machine. While some buyers find certain details to be lacking, such as the mark delineations or the handle location, the saw's work quality is exceptional. It is heavy and big, but it handles almost any job and any size material easily and with precision. Those purchasing this saw are likely to need to purchase a stand to accompany it, as its weight and size make it difficult to move or load without the aid of a stand. Easy to set up and to begin using, though it may need some simple alignment, this saw is equally useful for the homeowner or the professional, providing a high quality miter saw suitable for a wide range of jobs and materials. Its built-in marks and stops make difficult tasks simpler, and its up-front controls allow for quick changes and adjustments, cutting the time required for many jobs.