A miter gauge consists of a long thin guide, which mounts into the slot tabs of the table saw (some band saws also have tabbed slots),and guides the miter gauge parallel to the blade.. Tached to this guide is a half-moon-shaped piece that pivots on its point of connection to the guide.. A locking mechanism then allows these pivoting part to be locked in any angle.. A board is placed against the flat part of the gauge and the assembly as a whole (the miter gauge and board) is slid forward,allowing the saw blade to cut the end of the board to the prescribed angle .. Copper handle, large grip for comfort and strength..
