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Ridgid R3204 vs Skil 5280-01

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Ridgid R3204Skil 5280-01
Title RIDGID Fuego 12-Amp 6-1/2 in. Magnesium Compact Framing Circular SawSKIL 5280-01 15-Amp 7-1/4-Inch Circular Saw with Single Beam Laser Guide
Model Ridgid
R3204
Skil
5280-01

Basic Info

Suggested Price $79.00$62.99
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Release Aug 2015Oct 2016

Overview

Top Features
  • This refurbished product is tested and certified to look and work like new. The refurbishing process includes functionality testing, basic cleaning, inspection, and repackaging. The product ships with all relevant accessories, and may arrive in a generic box
  • 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 Rating5.0 (out of 3 reviews)4.7 (out of 161 reviews)
Latest Reviews

Great little saw!plenty of power.
Rating: 5
This is a great little saw.easier to use as it is lighter weight.it is also very well built.has more than enough power to cut through plywood and osb panels.also really like the super thin kerf of the ridgid saw blades.
by tkhansen35 on 2019-03-05T16:00:00

This product is now my 'go to' saw!
Rating: 5
This saw has the power and accuracy of any larger saw and is very easy to use. This is now my 'GO TO' saw!
by Rock20 on 2014-11-24T16:00:00

Great tool!
Rating: 5
Easy to use!! Even for a beginner! Easy to handle!
by Ajriegerrn on 2014-11-23T16:00:00

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

Construction MaterialAcrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)
Returnable180-Day
Tools Product TypePower Tool
Cuts ThroughWood
Included AccessoriesLaser Guide
Cordless/ CordedCorded
Depth AdjustmentYes
Cord Length (ft.)10
Maximum Cut Depth @ 45 Deg.1.625
Amperage (amps)12
Saw Drive TypeSidewinder
Maximum Speed (rpm)6100
Corded Tool TypeCircular Saw
Color FamilyOrange
Power Tool FeaturesDepth Adjustment,Keyed Blade Change,Spindle Lock
Bevel Capacity50
ConditionNew
Blade LocationRight
Blade Diameter (in.)6-1/2
Product-Weight (lb.)8
releaseAug 2015Oct 2016
Power Sourceelectric
Horsepower2.50
MaterialLaser, steel
Voltage60 volts
Wattage30 watts
Measurement SystemMetric
Item Package Quantity1
Batteries Required?No
Batteries Included?No
StyleSaw
Item Weight8.7 pounds
Included ComponentsCircular Saw^24-Tooth Carbide Blade^Wrench^Carry Bag
Item model number5280-01

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