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Makita BSS610 vs Skil 5280-01

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Title Makita BSS610 18-Volt LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless 6-1/2-Inch Circular Saw Kit (Discontinued by Manufacturer)SKIL 5280-01 15-Amp 7-1/4-Inch Circular Saw with Single Beam Laser Guide
Model Makita
BSS610
Skil
5280-01

Basic Info

Suggested Price $541.44 ($1.93 / oz)$62.99
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Release Sep 2012Oct 2016

Overview

Top Features
  • Makita-built motor delivers 3,700 RPM for faster cutting and ripping through wood
  • 6-1/2"" blade delivers a 2-1/4"" cutting capacity for a wide range of cutting applications
  • 50° maximum bevel cutting capacity
  • Electric brake for maximum productivity
  • Compact, ergonomic design at only 7.6 lbs. for reduced operator fatigue
  • Built-in dust blower keeps the line of cut free of debris for more accurate cuts
  • Makita-built motor delivers 3,700 RPM for faster cutting and ripping through wood
  • Compact, ergonomic design at only 7.1 lbs. for reduced operator fatigue
  • Designed with convenient features such as a built-in L.E.D. light to illuminate the work area, and a built-in dust blower
  • Makita LXT lithium-ion battery and charger produces 430% total lifetime work with 2.5X more cycles
  • 3-year warranty on tool; 1-year warranty on batteries and charger.
  • Powerful 15-amp motor delivers 5,300-RPM for greater speed and faster cuts
  • 7-1/4-inch carbide-tipped blade included. Spindle lock for easy blade changes.
  • 51 degree bevel capacity for a wide variety of cuts. Arbor size: 5/8 inches, cord length: 6 feet
  • Lightweight 6.95-pounds design reduces fatigue
  • Dust blower keeps line-of-cut free of sawdust for improved visibility. Anti-snag lower guard reduces snags when making narrow cut-offs

Reviews

Walmart Rating4.7 (out of 161 reviews)
Latest Reviews No reviews yet.

Great SKIL saw at a super price!
Rating: 5
This is a great name-brand circular saw for an excellent price. The price includes the blade for this SKIL saw. Some of the other brands do not include the blade - yes, really. It is easy to handle and work with - working on my back deck. I would recommend it.
by Diana on 2020-10-24T17:00:00

Great cut, affordable price
Rating: 5
Great saw and great price! Out of the box worked like a gem, attach the blade and go. Laser was a good feature. Would recommend Skil everytime for circular saws
by on 2020-10-04T17:00:00

Design features
Rating: 5
The new design takes left handed crafts persons into consideration. The laser feature is great and the notches in the front of the shoe keeps the saw on the line for us that had problems with that in the past. The shaft lock make it very easy to remove and replace the blade.
by on 2020-06-25T17:00:00

Great Product!!
Rating: 5
I bought this saw mainly because I was in a pinch and my old battery-powered saw burned out on me. But this thing is impressive! I've worked with the older 15amp and this new smaller model is way more powerful! For a DIYer like me or a handyman type guy its a perfect saw. Plus a 5 year warranty. Highly recommend.
by Matthew on 2020-04-23T17:00:00

Great Saw!
Rating: 5
Excellent buy on this saw. Only thing I had to do out of the box was attach the saw blade. It cut beautifully right out of the box. No real set-up required. I recommend this to anyone needing a good circular saw.
by on 2020-08-08T17:00:00

Great so far
Rating: 5
Completed my project without any fuss. Can't say for longevity as of yet, but so far I am thoroughly impressed with the Skil brand Circ saw. Great features you aren't likely to find on a saw in this price range.Perfect for a weekend Diy'er.
by Nick Jackson on 2020-05-27T17:00:00

Skilsaw
Rating: 5
Great saw at a great price. I am using this saw mainly with my Kreg Rip-Cut and Accu-Cut jigs and it makes breaking down plywood panels fast and easy.
by GeorgeP on 2020-03-28T17:00:00

Excellent saw at a good price
Rating: 4
So far I am very satisfied with the saw. It is powerful enough to handle any job but light enough to be easily maneuvered. I haven't used the laser much but it's nice to know it's there if I need it. I like the trigger safety switch. If the saw included a blade break, I would have given 5 stars. Included blade cuts well.
by on 2020-09-05T17:00:00

Skil saw w/laser
Rating: 4
Nice saw, balance good, no dust collection adaption on saw and laser is 1/16 inch off line out of box. Bought to replace 25 year old Skil (still works), mainly bought for laser.
by on 2020-08-04T17:00:00

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

Item model numberBSS6105280-01
Voltage18 volts60 volts
Item Weight17.2 pounds8.7 pounds
Power Sourcebattery-poweredelectric
Warranty Description3 year warranty on tools, 1 year warranty on batteries
National Stock Number5130-01-446-2051
Included ComponentscaseCircular Saw^24-Tooth Carbide Blade^Wrench^Carry Bag
Batteries1 Lithium ion batteries required. (included)
Batteries Required?YesNo
Item Package Quantity11
Batteries Included?YesNo
releaseSep 2012Oct 2016
Horsepower2.50
MaterialLaser, steel
Wattage30 watts
Measurement SystemMetric
StyleSaw

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