Porter Cable 314 4-1/2" Trim Saw

Features:

• Smooth and durable operation
• Worm gear drive
• 4.5 amp, 4,500 rpm motor
• One year warranty/30 day performance certification

Customer Reviews:

Great secondary circular saw for light work... [Posted on 2008-02-08]
I've had a Porter-Cable 0314 4-1/2" Trim Saw since the 1980s - and it was such a good design, the current version is virtually identical. (E.g., mine has round knobs; new knobs are triangular!) Being corded, it will also be just as good 20 years from now, given that I won't use often enough to wear it out. This is one tool to hand down to your children...

A battery powered trim saw might be a smart choice if you will use the tool often; e.g., weekly. Otherwise, this saw, over the long haul, will be MUCH less costly because it will never need battery, or tool, replacement. Every battery-operated tool manufacturer periodically changes/improves their battery design. Next generation batteries probably won't fit your [old] tool and/or will be a different voltage. So, when the batteries die, and they all will, you'll have to replace the two batteries - and they are expensive. Or, "your" batteries will no be longer available, so you'll have to buy a new saw.

The sole plate is very stiff steel, 1/16" thick - rolled at the edges for strength, and is attached to the saw in four places - it doesn't flex and works exactly as expected.

This is a lightweight; very portable and maneuverable saw; having less torque & power than a full-sized circular saw. Those are distinct advantages in many situations, such as using it vertically or over your head, or when cutting trim-sized stock. On some jobs it's just more practical to use a small saw. It's also safer than a large saw because it's lower torque means a reduced chance of the saw getting away from you. E.g., my wife wouldn't use my [huge] worm-drive or standard-sized circular saws, but this one is perfect for her.

I've been happiest with this saw since a carbide blade was installed some years ago. Although this is a terrific TRIM saw, I wouldn't recommend it for the ONLY circular saw in your toolbox. This is because maximum cutting depths are too shallow for 2x4s and other thicker stock, and because it cuts much slower (on heavy stock) than a bigger, more powerful, saw. It is a well-designed, professional grade tool.

Great Trim and Light Saw [Posted on 2008-02-12]
I've owned mine for years and love it. It's lightweight and easy to handle on trim and light weight lumber. It's very well constructed as well. As the other reviewer said it's not suitable if it's your only saw, but is certainly a valuable addition to any toolbox.

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