From the brand that invented the circular saw comes the SKIL PWR CORE 20™ XP Brushless 7-1/4 IN. Rear Handle Circular Saw, the cordless circular saw that delivers up to 600 cuts per charge! This SKIL saw is packed with 40V power thanks to two PWR CORE 20™ 5.0Ah lithium-ion batteries with patented technology that deliver 25% longer run time. Add the brushless motor’s intelligent power management system, which delivers 5,300 RPM for the extreme cutting performance. Take on demanding jobs and rip through 3X lumber in one pass.
In that respect, it’s very much like a corded worm-gear saw. So if you’re already framing with a corded worm-gear saw and have a well developed right forearm, the Milwaukee is a good dewalt circular saw fit for you. Our 4 x 6 pressure-treated lumber was no match for it, barely putting a dent in its battery capacity. So what makes a standout for cutting shoring and industrial lumber?
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One of the really cool features of this saw is the built in LED at the front of the saw. This is the first circular saw I’ve ever used to have a light built into it to illuminate your cut line. This is really helpful in low light situations or just to improve overall visibility during your cut. The LED light automatically illuminates when the saw is engaged so there are no added steps involved.
I think this is a very cool feature that I can see other manufacturers also adopting in their new saws. With the 6.0Ah FLEXVOLT Battery installed, the tool weighs in at over 10 lbs (a full pound heavier than my Milwaukee FUEL Circular Saw with a 9Ah battery installed). While some might view this as an overall detraction, I actually think it gives the tool a more stable feel. The tool feels well balanced and less susceptible to subtle wrist movements that can affect the quality of a straight cut.