Here is the new Delta saw, fresh out of the box.  Assembly begins with the attachment of the extension table, then the sliding fence support and finally, the sliding fence.  Overall impression:  Fit and finish is very good.  I checked the fence for square with the table, and it is right on, as is the blade.  The positive stops are just that, very positive.  I rotated the table several times, tilted the head several times, and they always came back to "0" degrees.  The front release lever and locking knob are very easy to use.  The table locks securely at the preset angles and is still easy to set at angles in between.  There is a large locking handle at the rear of the saw to release and lock the bevel angle.  It worked with ease, and the bevel scale is easy to read.  The saw incorporates an electric brake, which works adequately.

I had to clean a small amount of oil from the table and fences, but it just wiped up easily.  The assembly was pretty straight forward.  Install two bolts, with washers, for the extension table to slip over.  Level the extension with the main table, attach the sliding fence support, again with two bolts, to the extension table, and add the sliding fence to the top of the support.  This was the most difficult part.  The sliding fence is a very tight fit and did not slide easily.  The instructions say to slide it back and forth several times to check the fit.  It required a great deal of pressure to slide.  I thought, maybe I hadn't done a good job of lining up the fence support with the main fence, but I checked and that wasn't the case.  So, I removed the sliding portion and, using some emery cloth, sanded all the edges and mating surfaces.  A couple of these sessions and the application of some light oil and it slides pretty well.  I guess it does need to be a tight fit and it does slide, so I'm sure it will be fine.

The scale is very easy to read and seems quite accurate, though is also adjustable.  To see the scale, you need to lean over the right side of the saw.  This is also where you can reach the large, locking knob for the bevel function.  The knob is plastic, but is very heavy and should provide good service for a long time.

I really like this part.  I'm moving up from an older Makita miter saw.  I could never tell if I was locked on a specific angle or not.  It has a very small ball that seats in to a very small depression.  It was never very good.  This new Delta saw is excellent in this regard.  A large wedge shaped piece fits solidly into each of the preset angles.  There is no doubt when you are locked in.  And, angles in-between are easy, also.  I was able to set about 1/4 degree, right next to a preset slot, and lock it in without problem.  I'm really going to appreciate this feature.

Yes, it works, though it's tough to take a decent picture of it.  Here, you can see the twin-laser lens'.  They are located in the blade guard housing.  The lasers beam down on each side of the blade.  This allows for two lines to be projected onto the work.  Mark your work, line it up with the projected beam and cut.  It's simple and accurate.  There is a separate switch on top of the saw, near the handle, that turns the laser on.  For those wondering, no batteries required.  The laser is powered by the AC line and is bright enough to easily be seen.  My biggest problem is, I keep forgetting I've left the laser turned on, once for a full week!

This is a little easier to take a picture of.  You can see my marked line and the laser line.  You can cut on either side, depending on which side is your waste piece.  I made several cuts and am satisfied the laser is accurate.  If it ever becomes inaccurate or you change to a blade with a different kerf, the laser lens is adjustable to compensate.

The laser projects just as well with the saw set to bevel.  Just mark your work, adjust to your bevel angle and cut..  Here, the saw is set to a 45 degree bevel.  I made the cut and the blade entered exactly where the laser indicated.  Again, I'm very satisfied with the accuracy of this laser.

Here, the bevel is set to 45 degrees and the angle to 22.5.  The laser still projects on the marked cut line.  In all of these pictures, it may not seem the laser is easy to see.  Well, chalk it up to my picture taking abilities or the fact that I've reduced the pictures for fast loading.  Believe me, in use, this laser line has no bleed and is sharp and accurate.

Let me just say, I had my doubts about this saw, especially the laser.  At this price point ($350.00) I didn't think you could get a saw of this quality.  Well, you sure can!  The saw has a powerful, yet relatively quiet, universal motor.  It is constructed of machined aluminum and weighs around 75 pounds.  Everything seems quite tight and solid.  The saw comes with a wrench for blade changing and features a blade lock to make this chore easy.  There is also a dust bag included, though like most of these saws, the dust bag is not terribly effective.  The included 40 tooth, carbide tipped, 12" ATB blade is pretty good.  Cuts are smooth, though there was some tear-out on the oak I was using.  A new Forrest Woodworker 1 should solve that problem, though I'm in no hurry to replace this perfectly adequate blade.  Should you buy this saw for your shop?  I can't say, it depends on your needs.  I will only say, I'm glad I have it in mine.