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[BeginnerCrafter]

Hi, I am sorry in advance if this doesn't belong here :B But I would like to seek some objective opinions about these 2 meter saws. I'm planning to buy this amazing tool, but I have a hard time deciding on which.

The first one I set my eye on is this Bosch 5312 12" (http://www.compoundmitersaws.net/bosch-5312-12-inch-dual-bevel-slide-compound-miter-saw-review/) saw
and the second one is 10" compound meter saw (http://www.harborfreight.com/10-inch-sliding-compound-miter-saw-98199.html)

I'm not much of a professional with woodwork, but I'm planning some shed-building for the spring :D I know that Bosch is a name when any kind of tool is concerned, but they sound a bit pricey for my taste :P So, I would be very grateful if someone could help me decide.

[artme]

Hi Beginnercrafter and welcome to the show..Good to have you here.:2tsup::2tsup::2tsup:

The Bosch would be a far superior saw, it also has the advantage in size and that is
always worth considering.

I think you will need to consider your budget and what you actually want to do with the saw.
do you really need a compound miter saw? Will you be doing work where compound angles are
important?

Perhaps a good table saw with a sled will be better. you can cut compound angles with such
a setup.

[yowie]

In my humble opinion, and based on work that I have done..

Most sheds I have seen are built of 4"x2" timbers. You can cut these and much bigger without the sliding mech. I find my Makita 12" compound mitre saw more than adequate for most jobs at a fraction of the price.

Cheers
Yowie.