Makita 12 Inch 11.5 AMP Electric Chain Saw #5012B

Customer Reviews

Great Product

2008-01-18
The Makita 12-inch electric chain saw is an excellent product. I have always used a gas-powered chain and only bought this because I got tired of the constant maintenance needed for a gas chain saw. A couple of trips to the repair shop with a gas chain saw cost more than the purchase price of the Makita. To my surprise, I like the Makita more than my gas chain saw, which new, today, would cost at least twice as much. The Makita starts easily, of course and cuts just as fast for medium sized wood (and faster for small stuff). Compared to a gas saw, the chain seems to move faster with lower torque. Lower torque makes the Makita safer to use than my gas chain saw. When the trigger is released, the chain stops moving more quickly than with a gas-powered saw, which is a nice safety feature. I was disappointed to see a manual chain oiler but, having used it quite a bit, I prefer it to an automatic oiler - it uses much less oil and is less messy. The Makita seems to be rugged and well designed and expect maintenance costs to be minimal. However, for any logs larger than about 12 inches, I have to use the gas-powered chain saw, which has a longer blade. Otherwise, the Makita is preferable in all respects.

Makita Electric Chainsaw

2008-01-02
Very well made saw which exceeded my expectations. Quite useful in situations where a gas chainsaw is not desired. The Makita can cut through hardwoods up to 6 inches in diameter with almost the same speed as a gas saw. For an older person like me, not having to wrestle with a gas saw to get it started is a great advantage.

Powerful little sucker

2007-11-05
While not for use by anyone who does a lot of tree trimming, this little sucker does what it says it does. I like it a lot. Small and easy to handle. But, if you've got anything over about 8 inches in diameter to cut, you should get something larger... maybe gas powered.

Great saw

2007-04-10
The Makita #5012B electric chainsaw is quality and power put together for it's size. The high speed chain and 11.5 amp motor make it the equivalent of a gas powered saw for me. And no rope to pull, just press the trigger - it starts every time!

.....Ted

makita electric saw

2007-03-15
Plenty of power. I use for ice carving rarely slows due to hardness of ice Did not know it came with a tip protector and had to change out the bar before use otherwise a great saw at a real bargain price

A terrific product! Thanks, Makita.

2007-01-31
Includes 12" Electric Chain Saw - 5012B, Oil Supply - 182291-1, Oil Supply Cap - 242012-9, Wrench #13 - 782212-4, Phillips Screwdriver - 783002-8, File - 744003-1, Scabbard - 411936-2, Hook - 158024-1.

Chain Saw for the Wife

2007-01-06
I love the makita 12" electric. First, typical of makita it's pretty well made. Now it's not going to compete with a Stihl or such. But I did own a McCulloch electric which was a piece of junk. It has a very high chain speed that makes quick work of small branches. We typically use if for limbs 6 in. or less. It's a light duty saw but for what it's intended for it's more than adequate. But, best of all....., My wife can use the saw. She normally pesters me when she does prunning to cut the big branches. Now she has a little kit with glasses, cord, oil and her saw.

Did I mention, I Love this saw.

First Timer

2006-06-26
My first chain saw!
I am 5'2" and 110lbs.
This saw is light enough for me to put to use,
I am amazed how fast I can get finished with
readiness for the winter.

MAKITA CHAINSAW

2006-01-16
RECEIVED AS ADVERTISED

Perfect Little Saw

2006-01-08
I have owned several of these saws for business, no other small saw perfoms so well. Quick, efficient cutting capability...moving at 5,500 feet per minute it is simply the fastest electric chainsaw on the market. Lightweight, easy to reach oiler...quiet (well, in comparison to my big saws!)
A great choice for the home or business.