Ideal for cutting through sheets of plywood, chipboard, MDF and even plastic, a circular saw from Makita is a great addition to any diyer or trade persons tool set. Blades can be replaced to tackle different tasks and materials, which will ultimately affect how well the saw performs. I swapped out the stock blade for a finish blade to test the track saw-like aspects of the Makita XSH08 Track compatible cordless circular saw and it worked very well.
This can tackle just about any project and is intended for light duty – heavy duty applications. This is the biggest downfall to this saw but if both batteries are charged, then it will run for a LONG time and will probably make it through most work days on a full charge. The XSS03Z does come in a kit, shown by the picture on the right. It is the XSS03T and comes with the charger, the 5.0Ah battery, the saw and a soft carrying case. The Makita XSS01Z was not available at many of the home-improvement stores, including Home Depot and Lowe’s. Other features include a built in dust blower (handy for keeping your line of sight clear), an LED light and an electric brake.
The decision is somewhat harder for those who are thinking about building up a tool collection though. You might be tempted to lean toward the Makita saw since the battery system is so much better, in spite of the saw’s potential shortcomings. This is way better than not having any positive stops at all, but I have used other saws that don’t require a 2 step process to change makita angle grinder the bevel and it’s such a great feature. I really like how clear the numbers on the depth setting are marked, and this saw has a large 2-5/8 cutting capacity when its set to 90. That means I will be able to easily use this saw to break down thick pieces of rough lumber. Looking back, both family and friends were significant influences on Kenny’s knowledge and use of tools.
The saw rides on a larger, more damage-resistant shoe and is equipped with a big, tough trigger switch, larger and tougher bearings, and a thick but highly flexible cord. These features promote durability but increase the saw’s weight. The average homeowner-duty saw (with a motor drawing 12 amps) weighs 8 to 9 pounds. Circular saws are powerful tools that crosscut wood (cut across its grain) and rip it (cut with the grain).
Makita is a leader in innovation on a global scale, with more than 100 years of experience in the field of motor engineering and 40 years in the field of cordless technology. Because Makita power tools offer unmatched power, speed, and run time for every operation, many experts prefer them. The Metabo-HPT embodies aspects of the traditional left-blade circular saw makita angle grinder that have endeared it to generations of carpenters. This is a fast-cutter, even if it’s not quite as strong as the DeWalt, Milwaukee, or Flex rear-handle saws, but (depending on the saw you’re comparing it to) it is almost 3 to 4 pounds lighter. Shaving a couple of pounds off may equate to finishing the house sooner, which could contribute to your bottom line.