I own a 13 inch Makita saw.

I like the size, but the Makita saws that are sold in the UK are far better and I believe would be popular among North American Timber Framers.

Specifically the 5103R which cuts a 4x4 and the 5143R which cuts over 5 inches.

I would much rather see those offered here rather than the lesser quality 10 inch and 16 inch saws they offer now.

The 16 inch is a good saw, but the baseplate leaves much to be desired.

-Collin

"The lyf so short, the craft so long to lerne."
Geoffrey Chaucer (1343-1400)