Milwaukee Tool Milwaukee Tilt - Lok 7 - 1/4" Circular Saw Kit, 6390 - 21

Pros: Power, quick-release everything, dust removal
Cons: Some nitpicking about the shoe

To write a circular saw review, you have to have some sort of frame of reference. After all, for the neophyte, a circular saw is a circular saw is a circular saw... not so. My first circular saw was an inexpensive (read cheap) Black and Decker 7-inch ...

Pros: Tilt-Lok, power, Tilt-lok, weight, Tilt-Lok, construction and Tilt-Lok
Cons: None, unless you work for the competition.

I try to make my tool purchases on the relative merits of the item related to its cost, with ergonomics as a second important consideration...the tool has to "feel" right. Boy does this saw feel right! The Tilt-Lok handle makes cutting at any angle safer...

Pros: POWER, quality, comfort.
Cons: Minor adjustments to shoe needed.

I bought this saw for its power - 15 amp motor - and legendary durability. My primary use of the saw is to rip high-density hardwood plywood (1.375 inch thick, 22 ply beech). That's a challenge for any saw, but this Milwaukee does the job as easily as ...

Pros: Lotsa power,no kick-back
Cons: Are you kidding?

This is my first circ saw, and hopefully my last! Heavy duty is right. Awesome build, Tilt Lok rocks! Comes in a nice case with multiple blade storage inside the case. Definitely a true contractor grade saw. This machine doesn't even notice a 2X4 !...

Pros: Powerful, reliable, comfortable, too many to list.
Cons: Not a single one.

Pulling this thing from it's case is like pulling Excalibur from the stone.

This is a well-balances, manufactures, top of the line piece of machinery.

The first thing you'll notice is how comfortable the saw fits in your hand. It's relatively light for how much power it has.

Once you start cutting you'll notice how easy it cuts through material. I very rarely experience kick-back and that has only happen when im ripping.

The tilt-lock feature is fantastic, it adjusts very quickly and easily. Adjusting for off angle cuts is a breeze, with this saw there is no intimidation when ripping a 2x6 to get that perfect frame fit for 30 degree wall.

The case it comes with is durable and cleans up easy. Changing the blade is simple and intuitive, the handle has a nice storage compartment for the wrench to unlock the blade.

I've finished two basements, built two decks and done countless other projects with this saw and have never been disappointed. Milwaukee is a reputable name and this products is one of the reasons they are so highly regarded.