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BLACK+DECKER BDECS300C vs Skil 5480-01

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BLACK+DECKER BDECS300CSkil 5480-01
Title BLACK+DECKER 7-1/4-Inch Circular Saw with Laser, 13-Amp (BDECS300C)Skil 5480-01 13 Amp 7-1/4-Inch Circular Saw Kit
Model BLACK+DECKER
BDECS300C
Skil
5480-01

Basic Info

Suggested Price $50.39$73.99 ($0.40 / oz)
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Release Dec 2016Sep 2012

Overview

Top Features
  • Spindle lock for easy blade changes
  • This product is manufactured in China
  • This product meets customer requirement
  • Included Components: Circular saw blade, Wrench
  • The product is 7-1/4" 13A Circle Saw
  • Easy to use
  • The product is manufactured in China
  • The durable ball bearing motor construction gives the saw a longer life
  • 2-point Line of Sight allows users to make more accurate cuts
  • The foot is 20-percent larger than the previous generation guaranteeing more stability and control when making cuts
  • A rear lever depth-adjustment assures accurate cut depth in material

Reviews

Walmart Rating4.2 (out of 18 reviews)4.7 (out of 43 reviews)
Latest Reviews

Makes the job so much easier!
Rating: 5
Great saw for the price! Lots of power and the laser guide makes the job so much easier!
by rebecca on 2020-08-12T17:00:00

Great for the price
Rating: 5
Have had this for several years and I must say it's a tough guy. Cutting a LOT of 100 YEAR OLD VERY SEASONED WOOD reclaimed from an old Texas factory it really took it on great. Still runs like a champ. The lazer is only thing that could use improvement, which by now it may have been. I'm quite happy with it and when it goes to happy cutting ground in the sky I will be buying another... so keep it excellent (don't cut corners in mfg!).
by Uniquely Phyllis on 2020-08-01T17:00:00

Log lasting miter saw
Rating: 5
I bought a Black and Decker miter saw many years ago, I have used it more than I can tell you. I have been building furniture and doing remodeling for many, many years. This miter saw is still running great after all this time. When I bought this saw, there were not many miter saws on the market at that time. The B and D was my best choice.
by Gene on 2019-08-23T17:00:00

Great basic saw.
Rating: 5
From researching this saw does not have all the bells and whistles as other saws do. However for the price and performance of this saw you can't go wrong picking this on up. The laser really helps maintain clean cuts, and the saw has plenty of power! Black and Decker is such a overlooked brand and I'd totally recomend it to anyone looking to enter into a power tool line/brand!
by Jtum888 on 2019-08-26T17:00:00

Good Saw
Rating: 5
Great saw for the price. Solid saw for the DIY person. I'm not a huge fan of the blade that came with it, but blades are replaceable. Use it until it wears out and pick what you prefer next time.
by Who on 2019-08-22T17:00:00

Good value purchase.
Rating: 5
First hand saw ive ever used but i can say it does a great job. Geels well balanced.. and looks sharp. I followed a youtube. Video on how to use and completed my first project with closets this weekend.
by Dexb on 2019-08-11T17:00:00

Great saw
Rating: 5
Great saw, great price. This was perfect for the small craft projects and small around the house projects I needed done. Very happy!!
by Brittainny on 2019-04-20T17:00:00

Good Buy!
Rating: 5
This saw was perfect, it worked fine, the instructions were clear on set up since this is my first saw.
by Celpar on 2019-08-05T17:00:00

More than expected
Rating: 5
Very light, like the Laser feature, very impress with the versatility or the saw.
by Ruben on 2019-08-22T17:00:00

Cuts every time, but never square
Rating: 3
This is my second saw of this model; the first was returned for the same problem I have with my current one. The blade is not square to the shoe and the shoe is warped. Other than that, every time I pull the trigger the blade spins and the lasers turns on. The build quality is very good; other than the saw being crooked. When following a line or the laser, the saw bogs down because the blade tries to work its way to the right instead of staying true to the cut. It also doesn't cut straight vertically (see photo). I would recommend this saw to someone else if all you need are rough cuts. If you want a saw that can cut straight, this is not a good choice.
by Hip to be Square on 2019-08-21T17:00:00

User friendly, works well.
Rating: 5
I like this saw. It has a lot of features that makes it easy to use. Power, spindle look, sawdust blower, ease of adjustment,and power on light to name a few.
by Lewis on 2017-01-11T16:00:00

I sure I will die before this saw does.
Rating: 5
A decade or two ago I purchased a Skill Circular saw and have abused it a bunch. The latest was when I put a concrete blade on it and cut up a slap to make stepping stones. It still functions, but makes a little bearing noise when I release the trigger. So, I purchased another one and put a 40 tooth blade in it and love the way it cuts. Thanks for build tools I can rely on...!
by SkunkvilleJunker on 2017-03-06T16:00:00

A cut above!
Rating: 5
I have been using this circular saw for a few months, and it fits the bill of this DIY guy. It cuts clean, is light weight yet sturdy. I am well pleased and I have no doubt that I will get years of good service from this saw. I definitely recommend it and I would buy it again.
by Volfan on 2016-12-31T16:00:00

good tool
Rating: 5
I am new at all this but as far as I can tell this is a GREAT tool. It is very easy to use and leaves a clean cut. I have been useing it to remodel my house and the only complaint I have is that I think the cord is too short (thats why they make extention cords, I know). I dont know if they are all like that or not because this is the first one I have ever bought.
by Pxxxxx on 2009-02-20T16:00:00

What you expect from Skil
Rating: 5
My old SkilSaw died after nearly twenty years. I didn't need to shop other makes and am completely satisfied with my new one. For every job I do around the house, this is what I need.
by MaadMaax on 2009-02-04T16:00:00

A great gift
Rating: 5
I purchased the product for my husband for Fathers day. He used it Friday for the first time he was well pleased with the way it handled and the way it cut. I made a great choice.
by fluff1 on 2009-07-07T17:00:00

EZ to use
Rating: 5
As a first time user of a circular saw, I was a bit apprehensive. I read several safety and how-to-articles. I had no trouble at all in attaching the blade that came with it. The push lock tab held everything in place with no movement. In minutes I was ready. I first made a few practice cuts on the end of a 2 x 4 and found it to be very easy. I had a little trouble at first holding it , but soon it became second nature. On to tackling the job at hand which was replacing the edge of the roofline. This amounted to cutting out some sections of shiplap which also required setting the cut depth carefully so as not to cut the rafter tails and facia. I did so without a scratch! Then I had to cut out some rotten sections of a couple of the rafter tails. Not wanting to remove the sheathing on the roof, I decided to just trim off the rotted section near the plate and butt join the new tails. Nearly perfect fit, it was tight enough, I would not even had to have use screws, but I did anyway using an impact driver. Next called for cutting off a length of rotted facia requiring a 45 degree bevel cut on the end. I used a speed square as a guide for the saw foot. Perfect cut, first time! Saw handled nicely,was fairly light, and I could do so with one hand if necessary although it is not recommended. Only complaints are the markings for adjustments are hard to see, and not completely accurate. The bevel adjustment is a little tricky and has a tendancy to stick, that is, the movement is not all that smooth and takes a little fiddling to get the settings accurate. The blade that comes with the saw is not the best, but it will do. I will purchase a better quality blade.
by james92026 on 2016-05-15T17:00:00

I love this saw!
Rating: 5
My thirty-plus year old Black & Decker saw quit on me in the middle of a deck building project and I needed a replacement fast. This Skil saw looked like the best similar product among the various models that I shopped. I liked this one much better than my old B&D saw. It is lighter, easier to handle and line up for the cut, and it cut through the 2 x 4's like butter! I'm looking forward to more projects with this saw!
by gobluekuz on 2013-08-23T17:00:00

Excellent power for the price
Rating: 5
I bought this saw for small projects around the house. I wanted one that had enough power to do the job (cutting boards, fence rails, decking, etc.) but didn't break the bank. This saw certainly has the power for the job and it was relatively inexpensive. It is well-made and seems to be very durable.
by ZackAttack on 2013-09-03T17:00:00

Replacement saw
Rating: 4
Great saw. Been using SKIL for a while now and needed to replace an older circ saw from another brand and this one fit the bill. My only concern was that it didn.t come with a lefty option but hey not many do!
by Mojo Low on 2020-08-10T17:00:00

All Features

Arbor Size5/8 In.
Cutting Depth at 45 Deg1-9/10 In.
Cord Length6 Ft.
Manufacturer Part NumberBDECS300C
Amperage13A
Country of Origin CodeChina
Package Quantity1
Depth of Cut at 45 Deg1-9/10 In.
Depth of Cut at 90 Deg2-3/5 In.
Warranty2 Yr.
Cutting Depth at 90 Deg2-3/5 In.
Blade Diameter7-1/4 In.
Manufacturer Description7-1/4" 13A CIRCULAR SAW
No Load Speed5300 rpm
Case IncludedNo
Bevel Capacity45 Degree
releaseDec 2016Sep 2012
Included Componentsbare-tool
Batteries Included?No
Power Sourcecorded-electric
Voltage120 volts
Certificationcertified frustration-free
Item Weight11.5 pounds
Horsepower2.30
Item model number5480-01
Item Package Quantity1
Batteries Required?No
Warranty Description30 day money back guarentee, 1 year manufactuer warranty
Size5/8"

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