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The saw also weighs in at only a little over 10 pounds, thanks to the use of lightweight magnesium on the shoe, blade guard, and other components. The retractable blade guard is unfortunately clunky and tends to hang up when you start cutting. To compensate for this, you can use your free hand to hold the guard back a bit, but that’s no easy feat if you’re not working on a bench or set of sawhorses. I’ve got to say that I am really pleasantly surprised by this tool. Not only does it feel and look good, but its performance is outstanding. The power of the tool allows for incredibly easy cuts without binding or slowing down.
While you’re here, browse our selection of the latest power tools to find even more great deals on the brands you love the most. Corded circular saws may be better suited for tougher cutting projects such as steel, masonry or continuous woodcutting. While corded handheld circular saws come in many different sizes, the most common is 7 and 1/4 inches. The use of a corded circular saw requires an appropriate extension cord. You should always follow the manufacturer’s recommendations to ensure safe use of these power tools. A circular saw is an essential DIY tool that uses a moving blade to make straight, accurate cuts.
We carry both cordless and corded circular saws from the best brands to help you complete your projects. Not everyone needs all of the features of a top-of-the-line battery saw, or the heavy-duty capability of a timber-framing model. If your projects include an occasional small framing job or breaking down plywood sheets, and saving money is a priority, the affordable CRAFTSMAN 7-1/4-Inch Circular Saw is a fine choice. This 15-amp model runs at 5,500 RPMs, and features a magnesium shoe for reduced weight. However, plastic parts like the depth and angle adjustments account for most of the weight savings, which means this 11-pound model might not be the most durable saw in the long run.
Circular saws are handheld power tools that help DIY homeowners complete simple woodworking, framing, and masonry tasks. Keep reading for our recommendations on the best circular saws. The products included in this article are available at various home improvement stores, local home centers, and online retailers like Amazon. The lighter saw can be a real benefit for jobs such as cutting sheet goods on a roof job. Offering both corded and cordless models to tackle the most demanding cutting applications.
One feature that could use improvement is the markings for the depth of cut are difficult to read without any contrasting font, especially when sawdust builds up. A nice improvement would be to add indexing notches to improve the ease dewalt accessories and efficiency of switching the depth of cut. The new Power DetectTM battery technology from DEWALT All tools with the Power DetectTM technology are compatible with 20V Max, including the new 8 Ah battery, and FlexVolt batteries.