At $500, the miter saw delivers a ton of value with a 15-amp motor and 12-inch blade that handles dense timber without bogging down. I was impressed by its 14 inches of crosscutting length and int ...

Miter saws are often good tools for teaching new DIYers ... Other popular sizes include 7-1/4- and 14-inches for those who work with narrow trim or larger materials, respectively.