Bosch 3912 Miter Saw Review

Bosch 3912 Miter Saw Review

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Bosch 3912 Miter Saw Review: If you are in the market for a good miter saw that cuts through wood and soft plastics with ease and precision, then look no further than the Bosch 3912 15 amp 12-inch Compound Miter Saw.

This unit comes with many features that help users produce more accurate cuts and crowning. The overall unit is easy to use as well, which makes it friendly to just about anybody.

The Bosch 3912 features a 5 amp motor capable of producing 3.3 max tool horsepower. Weighing in at just 43 pounds the unit is lightweight and portable. For extra safety the unit comes with an electric brake.

Pros

  • Excellent blade quality
  • Easy to use
  • Powerful motor
  • Lightweight for its size
  • Easy to change blade

Cons

  • No laser guide.

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Overview

The Bosch 3912 is one saw you will never want to miss out on, just because of the mere quality and workmanship it puts into every piece of material you cut.

The 120V unit is powered by a 15amp, 4300rpm motor, which gives the unit enough power to easily slice through most construction materials easily. This device is powerful, yet lightweight, weighing only 43lbs. This makes it easy to use and handle for even the most non-athletic of people.

Accurate crown cuts are even easier to make with this miter saw for it comes with crown miting detents at 31.6 and 33.9 degrees. The device also allows positive stops at the most common of angles in both the left and right direction, namely, at 0, 15, 22.5, 31.6 and 45 degrees. A positive stop can also be made 60◦ to the right.Bosch 3912 15 amp 12-inch Compound Miter Saw To allow for the handling of larger materials and a sturdier workplace, the Bosch 3912 15 amp 12-inch Compound Miter Saw comes equipped with a sliding table extension, which increases the length of the aluminum base from 25 inches to 28 ¼ inches. An electric brake is present as well to allow for repetitive cuts to be made quickly. The overall device is double insulated, UL-listed, and comes with a dust bag and quick action clamp.

Features

  • Powered by a 15 amp motor with 3.3 max tool horsepower
  • Lightweight; 43 pounds
  • Crown miting detents: 31.6-degree miter and 33.9-degree bevel detents
  • 3-1/4-inch sliding extension
  • Tall 3-1/2-inch sliding fence
  • Electric brake
  • Comes with a dust bag and quick action clamp

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User Reviews and Opinions

The majority of users who have reviewed the Bosch 3912 are more than happy with the quality brought to them by this device. The unit does as advertised, and works well and precisely. Some users may wish for a unit with a laser guide system, which this unit does not have.

“Very good quality tool for a DIY’er like me. Put a Freud 80 tooth finish blade on it and it’s perfect for all kinds of trim work and wood flooring. It’s good for rough construction cuts too if the stock will fit. Very stable, safe, well made. I bought mine in 2005 and use it several times a year for DIY work. It was my first Bosch tool. I was very impressed and stick with Bosch now for just about all other tools.”

  Scott M, Amazon Customer Review


“I am new to owning a miter saw but after reading the reviews here found this was going to be my choice. The saw came out of the box and performed. The alignment was perfect. I’ve used it to cut and install baseboards and door trim and have had no issue. Crown molding is next on my list.”

  Christopher Hayes, Amazon Customer Review


“I just finished using my new Bosh 12″ miter saw to build a roof over and screen my 16′ X 20′ deck. It did a wonderful job of cutting right through 4 X 4 treated lumber, as well as the 2 X 6 treated boards stacked 2 high. I would recommend this saw to anyone with no resolutions. It is a great buy and works just as well as my neighbor’s higher priced DeWalt saw.”

   Bobby B. Britton, Amazon Customer Review

The Bosch 3912 has been reviewed by 45 customers on Amazon and has been given a customer rating of 3.3 out of 5.0 (See latest user rating on Amazon).

Verdict

Overall, if you are in the market for a high quality miter saw with no additional features other than the ones that have been mentioned, then the Bosch 3912 12-inch Saw is just right for you.

A winning feature is the extra cutting capacity and the tall fence. This is a fine chopsaw and it is a strong contender as one of the best on the market.

Pros

  • One thing that users will like about the Bosch 3912 15 amp 12-inch Compound Miter Saw is that it is relatively less expensive when compared to other compound miter saws on the market.
  • The blade is of excellent quality, and allows for the best cuts to be made to all types of wood.
  • The dust bag allows for easier cleanups, while the table extension allows users to work with longer materials.
  • The detent override is an awesome feature
  • High fence for crown molding.
  • The Miter and compound cuts are accurate right out of the box.

Cons

  • Unlike other miter saws, this unit does not come with a laser guide system.

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