The GCM12SD 12 in. Dual-Bevel Glide Miter Saw features the smooth cutting motion, accurate performance and space-saving design of Bosch’s patented Axial-Glide System. Pre-aligned Square lock fences help the saw maintain precision throughout its life and a soft-grip ambidextrous handle and combination dust chute and vacuum adaptor provide user comfort. The saw also offers a large cutting capacity, easy-to-read bevel and miter scales with detents at common angles and easy-access up-front controls. Includes bonus GTA3800 Portable Folding Leg Miter Saw Stand. The New Bosch GTA3800 features a jobsite-tough design with integrated wheels eliminating heavy lifting and giving the professional the ability to roll the saw anywhere. Rapid release universal tool mounts adapt to most competitors’ saws. The quick-release lock helps attach and detach the saw to/from stand with ease.
- GCM12SD: patented axial-glide system durable precision consistent precision over tool life compact workspace saves up to 12 in. of workspace glide action unmatched smoothness of cut
- GCM12SD: expanded cutting capacity 14 in. horizontal capacity nominal 6-1/2 in. vertical capacity against the fence base 6-1/2 in. crown capacity against the fence 45 spring
- GCM12SD: upfront bevel controls all metal bevel lock lever and range selector located upfront for quick and easy bevel settings without reaching behind the saw
- GCM12SD: square lock quick release fences high precision square lock fence aligns fence 90 to table and requires no adjustment 1-touch lock/unlock to slide fence for added support
- gcm12sd: integrated expanding base extensions 60% more left-to-right material support than leading competitor 40 in. left to right
- gcm12sd: ergonomic ambidextrous trigger handle with soft grip large form fitting ergonomic handle provides comfort for all-day use
- GCM12SD: laser ready Bosch LS010 laser washer guide compatible accessory-only
- GTA3800: adjustable roller-material supports move up and down to accommodate various sized saws, with an extra wide roller for larger material
- GTA3800: repetitive stops with quick and easy setup for making repetitive cuts to length
- GTA3800: carry handle with wrench storage has ergonomic one handed design for quick and easy transport on and off the job
- GTA3800: dual sliding rails expand up to 12 ft. 9 in. to support up to 16 ft. material
Michelle Harris (verified owner) –
The Best so far!
Carmelo Kuvalis (verified owner) –
be nice if they could figure out a better sawdust collector. everything else is awesome!!!!!
Marcella Streich (verified owner) –
Very fast and easy to use.
Al Lang (verified owner) –
The saw is an absolute beast. At like 60 pounds, I definitely recommend building a miter station. It was just off Square out of the box but easily adjusted. Slides like silk.
Maxie Kuvalis (verified owner) –
This saw is excellent. The arm glides smooth and I didn’t need to make any adjustments out of the box.
Annetta Collins (verified owner) –
The saw performance is great. I did make a formal review to Bosch about the handle design. If you do not have large hands to operate this saw make sure you try it in a store and make sure you are comfortable with it. I would be concerned with activating the safety and power handles w/out trying.
Cydney Williamson (verified owner) –
Great saw
Efrain Heathcote (verified owner) –
The stand it self is handy and works well. I was disappointed that it arrived dinged, It still works but never happy to have anything damaged before I even use it once.
Vance Jast (verified owner) –
Best one out there . But is heavy. So you know it’s built good. Better rpms for the best cuts. It will speak for itself. Just get the saw cart makes it easier to get job to job!
Selena Doyle (verified owner) –
Great saw
Nola Howell (verified owner) –
Love the super smooth action. Great saw and I highly recommend it. Like other reviews I wish it had a lazer sight.
Josh Stehr (verified owner) –
Awesome easy and quick setup
Orlo Haag (verified owner) –
I had high hopes for the saw given my small shop space.I was disappointed that out of the box there was so much side to side blade movement possible. Simply pulling down on a slight angle (not exactly straight up and down as happens sometimes) moved the blade on the workpiece and skewed the cut. I owned a 12 inch Dewalt and there was no noticeable deflection under the same circumstances.
Josianne Luettgen (verified owner) –
Great saw looking forward to making sawdust. Excellent in design and space saving design
Wanda Simonis (verified owner) –
The best thing that sets this saw over others is the axial glide mechanism, which is simply put superb. The glide mechanism unlike the steel bar extensions which as they accumulate dust/grime get more difficult to slide. The glide mechanism also saves you about 12 inches in front to back space. Additionally, it has extension wings that come out on both sides which do not come with most saw on the market. I have the gen 2 version of this model, which differs from original mainly in the adjustable fence that has a cut-out in the middle for the hold down clamp to come tru. The hold down clamp is simply put disappointing and useless. The very first upgrade i made was purchasing a better blade like a 80-100 tooth crosscut blade (freud/diablo). Second was making a zero clearance insert plate out of plywood. Finally, a mobile miter saw station. Dust collection definitely needs an upgrade like a larger rubber dust chute.Does NOT come with a laser line or shadow line, unless you upgrade it after purchase. The saw needed some minor adjustments in the 0 degree detent which wasn’t difficult. What would make this saw better would be to: better hold down clamp, better dust collection, a shadow line for blade cutline indicator.
Timothy Upton (verified owner) –
This saw is perfect right out of the box. It has by far the smoothest gliding system and cuts superbly. If you can afford the few hundred dollar difference in price compared to other compound miter saws I would highly recommend this one.
Rogelio Bogisich (verified owner) –
It took very little time to adjust it out of the box and it is the smoothest nicest miter saw I’ve ever owned
Filiberto Olson (verified owner) –
It is the best miter saw i have had so far. But besides the Miter Detent Overide Button is missing. For the price nothing should be missing. Finally it didnt come with a Shadow Line Guide or a Laser. For the price of $659 it should come with a laser or shadow line guide and nothing should be missing i am very disappointed.
Jaleel Roob (verified owner) –
out of the box cutting square at 90 and 45. Standard upgrade of blade and zero clearance insert if you worried about tear out
Isac Howell (verified owner) –
Pretty much ready to go out of the box.