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    Circular Saws

    Need a new saw, 7 1/4. Corded on battery, and what recommendation on each that won't break the bank. I don't need professional grade just something that will last a long time with moderate use. Thanks GS

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    The little 119$ Makita is the best circ saw out there. Don't fall for bells and whistles...they just add weight.

    I work on new home job sites every day, and 9 out of 10 saws framers use are Makita.


    My dad has one he bought in '82. I wore out a Dewalt and a Rigid, then bought a Makita. FIL has a big ol bosch with a lazer beam and a big ol motor, problem is everytime you get semi lined up and squeeze the trigger that big ol motor makes it jump sideways.
    Last edited by Dale Moser; 02-07-2018, 11:23 AM.

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      #3
      Makita...

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        #4
        I'm a Makita tool guy too. Now with their 5 amp hour batteries and the 36 volt saw option you have some great options depending on your need.

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          #5
          Originally posted by Dale Moser View Post
          The little 119$ Makita is the best circ saw out there. Don't fall for bells and whistles...they just add weight.

          I work on new home job sites every day, and 9 out of 10 saws framers use are Makita.


          My dad has one he bought in '82. I wore out a Dewalt and a Rigid, then bought a Makita. FIL has a big ol bosch with a lazer beam and a big ol motor, problem is everytime you get semi lined up and squeeze the trigger that big ol motor makes it jump sideways.
          Corded or cordless?

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            #6
            I have a Dewalt with the mag base and its a good saw. If I were to do it again, Id get a worm drive saw so you can see what you are doing if you are right handed. Id buy the Skilsaw Mag 77

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              #7
              Originally posted by texan4ut View Post
              Corded or cordless?
              Corded. But if you want cordless I'd still go Makita, or Milwaukee.

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                #8
                Originally posted by Dale Moser View Post
                Corded. But if you want cordless I'd still go Makita, or Milwaukee.
                Thanks headed to Home Depot they have it $99.00 from $119.00 so on my way.

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                  #9
                  Milwaukee is balanced a little better than the others
                  Makes for smoother cuts

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                    #10
                    Originally posted by Dale Moser View Post
                    The little 119$ Makita is the best circ saw out there. Don't fall for bells and whistles...they just add weight.
                    Yep

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                      #11
                      Look around at some local pawn shops a bought a practically new skilsaw worm drive with the original blade barely used talked them down to 70.00 out the door I love it but it’s a beast, I also have a Milwaukee sidewinder I bought at a pawn shop very reasonable. Just know what you’re looking for cause there is a lot of overpriced junk out there.


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