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11-17-17, 11:06 AM

Stanley6687

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Corded Circular Saw recommendations

Hello Forum,

I'm looking to purchase a corded circular saw, but not sure what I should be looking at. It will be used for home projects, not commercial use. Don't need a super, deluxe model that will break the bank, but one with useful features, amps, etc. Any suggestions? Thanks in advance.

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11-17-17, 12:48 PM

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More so than brand I'd look at the amps. Preferably a 15 amp saw but definitely not one under 13 amps. I also prefer a left hand saw.

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11-17-17, 01:15 PM

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Oh, is it that time of year again? For a circ saw thread I mean? Lol Probably one of the several questions that will draw tons of purely opinion based answers. Here's some links to a couple of older threads...so some prices mentioned may be out of date.
Bought my first cicular saw - Ryobi 14 amp , 7 1/4 CSB 135L

Help me find a circular saw, please!

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11-17-17, 03:02 PM

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Yep, big factor is blade on the left or blade on the right. Once you know which you prefer, the options narrow.

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04-29-19, 11:03 AM

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Bosch Circular saw CS5 should be awesome.

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04-29-19, 11:40 AM

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Welcome to the forums.

Fairly old thread. Hopefully.... the OP hasn't waited this long to purchase a saw.

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