I?ll preface this... I have an (ancient by todays standards) older B&D 10" regular miter saw (no compound, no sliding, etc.) It is so old that the "blade brake" has fallen off, not that I ever really used it. It's always been plenty accurate and "tight". The only down side I've found, is it won't make it through x by 6 material. To cut a 1x6 or 2x6, I have to raise the board up. I have a good table saw but in the "right tool for the right job" spirit, I'm thinking it may be time to upgrade to a better miter saw.
Suggestions... keeping in mind, I'm no longer doing this for a living, my budget is not unlimited, and the meager tool I'm used to.
Thanks for any suggestions
Ed