Mitersaw Basics

It's handy to have a mitersaw in your shop for crosscutting because it requires very little set-up, you can cut much longer pieces than you can on a tablesaw, and it's intuitive to use. In this video, WOOD magazine Tools Editor Bob Hunter shows you the best safe practices for making cuts on the mitersaw, and how to make superfine trim cuts for a perfect fit. Plus learn about the features to look for when picking a mitersaw.