7-1/4-inch 15 Amp circular saw with LED light delivers no-load speed of 5,800 RPM
On board LED light illuminates the line of cut; operates independently from trigger
Ball bearing construction; heavy-gauge aluminum wraparound base; flat motor housing for increased stability
Includes carbide-tipped blade, wrench, rip fence, and plastic tool case
Editorial Review:
7-1/4" Circular Saw With LED Light, On Board LED LightIlluminates The Line Of Cut, Well Balanced Design For Superior Handling & Performance, LEDLigh t Switch Operates Independently From The Trigger, FlatMotor Housing Design Increases Stability When Changing Blades, Powerful 15A Motor Delivers High Power To Weight Ratio, AC/DC For Use With Alternative Power Sources, Includes Carbide Tipped Blade, Wrench, Rip Fence, Plastic Tool Case.
A well balanced design ensures superior handling and performance from this 7-14-inch circular saw from Makita. The saw is equipped with a bright, LED light that illuminates the cut line for straighter cuts. The light switch operates independently from the trigger so you're sure of the cut before you start. The tool's flat motor housing increases blade stability. And, the unit's powerful 15 amp motor and light weight mean faster cutting and less fatigue--the way a good saw should be.
Makita equipped this circular saw with both AC/DC capabilities for use with alternative power sources. A heavy gauge aluminum wraparound base ensures optimal durability for straight cuts even after years of jobsite abuse. Ball bearing construction ensures a longer tool life. The tool bevel cuts from 0 to 45 degrees with a 1-3/4-inch maximum cutting capacity at 45 degrees and a maximum cutting capacity of 2-3/8 inches at 90 degrees. The shaft lock is conveniently located for easy blade replacement. And, a technologically advanced centrifugal fan and baffle mean efficient cooling of the motor and better performance. The purchase includes rip fence and premium carbide-tipped blue-coated MForce blade for faster, smoother cutting in pressure treated lumber. --Brian D. Olson
What's in the Box Saw, wrench, fence, 7-1/4 x 24T carbide-tip blade, wrench, plastic tool case.
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 5.0 / 5.0
A good clean cut:
I've had this saw a month or so now and I am impressed with it. It cuts great and the blade they send with it is very good. I'm remodeling our house doing pretty heavy construction and this saw has taken all I've thrown at it. I wish the front grip had some rubber on it for better hand hold but I'm adjusting.
Great saw:
As a professional carpenter I have used and owned almost every saw out there. I never have cared too much for a brake on a 7 1/4 saw. This is a really tough saw that can handle contractor daily use. However from my experience the Milwaukee tilk lok lasts quite a bit longer before there are issues. The Makita seems to lose the trigger switch unexpectedly after a few hundred hours of use, then the blade guard gets weak and sticks next, Cleaning it good helps delay this.... But you should always have a second... more info
Great Tool:
I have several Makita tools I use in my work and none have disappointed me; this circular saw is no exception. And I like the carrying case too.
Highly recommended ... go for it !!
YEARS of abuse:
This thing has passed the test. Mine is old enough that it doesn't have the light, but runs like it's brand new. The action is smooth and crisp. The ergonomics are perfectly figured out. The one (small) issue with it is that when you set it to 45 and then back to 90, there's the possibility that it goes a bit beyond the y-axis, so maybe 95 degrees. I just eyeball it flat, and done. I use my saw all the time and it's built lots of things. It's got the right weight and balance. My buddy got the newer... more info
