The 2705 is another high quality table saw from Makita. This saw has all the latest bells and whistles. The Makita is powered by a 15 Amp motor that delivers a maximum of 4,800 rpm. This motor features an electric brake for maximum productivity. The right extension table improves the ripping capacity to 25 inch, large enough to rip 4×8 sheets of plywood. The dead-on cam-locking rip fence system is the only area where we think Makita can make some improvements. The maximum cut depth is 3-5/8 inches at 90 degrees and 2-1/2 inches at 45 degrees.
The Makita 2705 features a new tool-less modular blade guard system, making it easier and safer to operate. This system allows the operator to see the blade while cutting. The aluminum die cast table top is precision machined and provides a smooth, accurate cut. The riving knife adjusts to three different positions for through-cut, non through-cut and dado cuts.
Makita is known for producing top quality power tools and this saw keeps that tradition going.
Product Features and Specifications
- Motor: 15 Amp
- Rip Capacity: 25 inch
- Fence system: Dead-on cam lock
- Cutting depth: 3-5/8 inch at 90 degrees
- Weight: 65.5 lbs
- Table size: 24-5/8 inch x 22-1/4 inch
- Blade size: 10 inch
- Tool-less modular blade guard
- Electric brake
- Unlimited 1 Year warranty
What’s in the Box
- Contractor table saw
- Rip fence
- Carbide tipped blade
- Miter gauge
- Push stick
- Wrenches
The Reviews
The Makita 2705 10 Inch table saw received very good reviews from consumers and professionals. Customers on Amazon rated this saw 4.3 stars out of a possible 5 stars.
Consumers rated this saw very high in the following categories – power; durability; quality and ease of use. There were a few consumers that weren’t totally happy with the fence system. Overall this saw received mostly positive reviews from all the consumer feedback forums that we researched.
Most consumers would prefer a cast iron table and not the aluminum version that’s featured on this model. Saying that, one has to keep in mind that this is a contractor saw and not a cabinet saw. Contractor saws are made to be more affordable and portable, and that is why most contractor or jobsite saws use aluminum tables.
The Verdict
This contractor saw is well built, light weight and doesn’t cost an arm and a leg. It has great innovative features that makes for easier handling. The Makita 2707 is ideal for the jobsite and workshop. If budget is your main concern, but you still want a good portable saw, this may just be the right saw for you. This saw provides very good value for money, something that is very important to most hobbyists and DIYers.
Our table saw reviews page has more information on all the top table saws. Return to the reviews page to read more on table saws.
