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| Model | 
Makita 5377MG | 
Hitachi C7ST | 
Basic Info
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| Suggested Price | 
$320.00 | 
$82.79 | 
| Price | 
Check Price	 | 
Check Price	 | 
| Release | 
Sep 2012 | 
Jan 2013 | 
Overview
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| Top Features | 
- Powerful 15.0 AMP motor delivers 4,500 RPM with compressed winding technology to keep the overall size more compact yet deliver jobsite durability
 
- Magnesium components create a lightweight saw (13.2 lbs.) that is well balanced and jobsite tough
 
- Retractable hook allows tool to remain close by, but never in the way
 
- High quality, heat treated hypoid steel gears do not prematurely wear like traditional bronze-alloy worm drive gears
 
- Oil bath technology is created with a built-in fan and sealed gear housing to ensure 100% oil surface coating for less maintenance
 
- Make quick, one-handed adjustments using large, rubberized levers
 
- Better fit and more control with comfortable rubber grip on handle
 
- Large cutting capacity (2-3/8″” at 90°) and bevel capacity (0°-51.5°) with positive stops at 22.5°and 45°
 
- Settings are easy to read with oversized number and ruler markings
 
- Blade wrench is attached to saw for fast and convenient blade changing
 
- Large bevel capacity with positive stops at 22.5 degrees, 45 degrees, and 51.5 degrees.
 
- Oil-bath technology is created with a built-in fan and sealed-gear housing to ensure 100% oil surface coating
 
- Reinforced power cord withstands jobsite abuse
 
- 1-year warranty
 
 
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- Integrated dust blower for a clear line of sight and clean work surface while cutting
 
- Powerful 15-Amp motor to tackle tough cutting jobs
 
- Blade speed of 6,000 RPM for smoother, faster, burn-free cuts
 
- Soft grip handle for reduced vibration and increased comfort
 
- Dust chute efficiently expels dust, chips and debris
 
- Single handed depth of cut lever for quick and simple adjustments
 
- Lightweight at just 9.5 lbs for superior maneuverability
 
- Single handed bevel adjustment with small set screw to set the saw perfectly square
 
- Covered by Hitachi’s 5-year warranty
 
- Includes: Blade (320843), Case (333557),  Box Wrench (940543)
 
 
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All Features
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| Cord Length | 
10 ft. | 
8.0 | 
| Arbor Size | 
5/8″ | 
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| Includes | 
24T Carbide Tipped Blade (A-94530), Blade Wrench (783204-6) | 
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| Item | 
Worm Drive Circular Saw | 
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| Voltage | 
120 | 
120.0 | 
| Bevel Capacity | 
0 to 51.5 Degrees | 
45.0 | 
| Bevel Stops | 
22.5 and 45 Degrees | 
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| Handle Type | 
Rubber Grip | 
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| Depth of Cut @ 45 Deg | 
1-3/4″ | 
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| Blade Side | 
Left | 
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| No Load RPM | 
4500 | 
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| Tool Weight | 
13.2 lb. | 
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| Depth of Cut @ 90 Deg | 
2-3/8″ | 
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| UNSPSC | 
27112709 | 
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| Brake Type | 
None | 
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| Amps @ 120V | 
15 | 
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| Features | 
Lightweight, Retractable Hook, Oil Bath Technology, Make Quick, One Handed Adjustments, Rubberized Levers | 
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| Tool Length | 
17-3/4″ | 
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| Blade Dia | 
7-1/4″ | 
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| Main Handle Type | 
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Soft grip handle | 
| Height (Inches) | 
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0.0 | 
| Laser / Light | 
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No | 
| Maximum RPM (RPM) | 
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6000.0 | 
| Gear Type | 
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N/A | 
| Blade Material | 
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Aluminum | 
| Case Type | 
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Case | 
| Blade Diameter (Inches) | 
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7.25 | 
| Cutting Depth (Inches) | 
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2.43 | 
| Dust Collection | 
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No | 
| Depth Control | 
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Yes | 
| ETL Safety Listing | 
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No | 
| Dust Blower | 
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Yes | 
| Max. Depth at 0 Degrees (Inches) | 
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2.43 | 
| Dust Chute | 
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Yes | 
| Material | 
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Polycarbonate resin | 
| UL Safety Listing | 
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Yes | 
| Shoe Type | 
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Steel | 
| Width (Inches) | 
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0.0 | 
| Power Rating | 
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15.0 | 
| Accessories Included | 
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Yes | 
| CSA Safety Listing | 
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No | 
| Dust Chute Diameter(OD) (Inches) | 
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0.0 | 
| Motor Bearings | 
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Ball Bearings | 
| Guide(s) | 
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No | 
| Side Handle | 
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No | 
| Horsepower (HP) | 
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0.0 | 
| Max. Depth at 45 Degrees (Inches) | 
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1.87 | 
| Blade Location | 
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Right | 
| Fence Included | 
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No | 
| Spindle Lock | 
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Yes | 
| Weight (lbs.) | 
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9.5 | 
| Amps (Amps) | 
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15.0 | 
| Bevel Stop | 
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Yes | 
| Package Contents | 
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Blade 320-843, Case 333-557, Box Wrench 940-543 and Guide 302-691 | 
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