In fact, during our testing, this circular saw did just as well cutting full-depth bevels as it did full-depth rips and crosscuts. Its light weight, power, and easy-handling features help to make this a truly productive circular saw. But let’s say that you’re simply a do-it-yourself owner-builder type. This circular saw is a pleasure to use for just about any DIY project. It cuts any typical framing material but also handles the 4 x 6 pressure-treated timber we use to test rear-handle saws, with enough power for full-depth cuts of about 2.5 inches.
Whether you are a professional carpenter or a hobbyist, a circular saw is an essential tool that can help you achieve your desired results efficiently. Blain’s Farm & Fleet carries quality power saws from DEWALT, Milwaukee, FESTOOL, and other trusted brands. The Makita’s combines light weight, robust cutting power, and outstanding industrial design—ideal if you need a lot of cordless muscle, but don’t want to compromise accuracy or stability. Everything about this saw is comfortable and easy to handle, from the well-shaped trigger to the push lever of the spindle lock.
If the saw moved off the square (and the cutline), we knew something was amiss. The most common cause is a saw motor and body that makes a slightly sloppy fit with the shoe on which it rides. Read on for quick info on the best circular dewalt drill saws from our testing, then scroll down for buying advice and in-depth reviews of these and other models. I tried it on cutting scabs for shimming out receptacles using 2×4’s and this little saw ripped through them with no issues.
Based on lab testing, up to 600 crosscuts in 2×4 SPF lumber with two 5.0Ah batteries. For greater speed and faster cuts, turn to this powerful Skil 13-amp corded circular saw for heavy-duty tasks. The motor delivers 5,300-RPM, while the 51° bevel capacity with a positive stop at 45° allows for a wide range of angled cuts with a carbide-tipped blade. Zip through straight lines with the two-point line of sight, while an improved dust blower increases your visibility while cutting. Anti-snag lower guard provides smooth operation for narrower cut-offs, and the lightweight design means you can work longer with reduced fatigue. A spindle lock and on-board wrench storage allow you to change blades seamlessly between tasks with less downtime.
The saw easily slices through a variety of thicknesses from plywood, to dimensional lumber, to dense hardwood. In fact I noticed very little change in the performance of the saw regardless of the thickness or density of the wood I cut. The saw shows no signs of weakness in all the test cuts I ran. Overall, DeWalt’s cordless circular saw is a powerful, smooth-cutting tool with outstanding accuracy.