Bare-Tool Makita BSS610Z 18-Volt Cordless LXT Lithium-Ion 6-1/2" Circular Saw (Tool Only, No Battery)

List Price: $640.00 Discount Price: $149.99

Features:

• CIRCULAR SAW
• 6-1/2" blade
• No load speed 3,700 RPM
• D35 high torque motor
• Battery and Charger not included

Customer Reviews:

Be sure you have the right battery [Posted on 2007-11-18]
This saw works very nicely, precision made and well designed. But note this - Makita makes two versions of the 18V lithium batteries, 3 AH and a smaller 1.5 AH version which goes well with light drills and impact wrenches. My previous Makita tools all came with the smaller battery - but turns out the 1.5 will NOT fit this saw, which accepts only the 3 AH version. I didn't know that and neither the Makita website nor manual say anything about it, which is annoying. So I had to buy a new battery for this, which added $65 to the price.

Great saw for most jobs [Posted on 2008-01-05]
I buy the LXT tools alone since I have 2 batteries and a charger. Some say the 1.5 batteries dont fit. That is the battery size I have and it works fine for me. Plenty enough charge for me, since one is always on the charger. Great tool, very well built with left view for right handed people.

The Bomber [Posted on 2008-01-18]
Came as a left handed saw. Was not described as that. However , after I recieved the tool I looked back at the advertisment and it was a picture of a left handed saw . Otherwise , great tool !!~

Makita 18V Li-Ion 6 1/2" Circular Saw [Posted on 2008-04-20]
Excellent product. Works very well. Vendor was prompt. Couldn't ask for more.

Upgrading from a DeWalt - This Makita is well made! [Posted on 2008-07-31]
Smooth operator. I love this Makita saw. It has served me well. I use it for many different things from cutting 2x material to cutting trim and hardwoods. The stock blade is ok and will last a little while. I have freud blades in mine and love the silky smooth operation and consistent power.

The blade guard rarely gets in the way and is easy to to raise. The bevel and depth adjustments are easy to reach and operate and hold well. The sole plate is sturdy and maintains its position well. The LED light is a nice touch. It only comes on while the trigger is depressed unlike Makita's cordless drills which have a slow ramping off feature that slowly dims the LED after the trigger is released which makes for a nice flashlight. I guess you shouldn't be expecting to use your cordless saw as a light source anyway.

The battery last a long while on a full charge. You can saw thru a good amount of wood with a thin kerf blade. I've cut over 50 2x6's on a single charge.

I've had mine for over 2 years now and it's been a dream to use. I wouldn't trade it for anything else.

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