First off,let me say Im biased in this because I love this store.Ive received great service and prompt answers to any questions I had.Once even an offer to check with a manuf. Rep on a technical question that wasnt in the specs. for a tool I purchased.For those who may not know, Makita is pro quality.That said here is the description:
Makita 18 volt 6-1/2" right side cordless circular saw kit includes saw,2 ahr nicad battery,carbide blade,rip guide,and case. 2-1/8" capacity at 90 deg , 1-1/2" at 45 deg. Maximum bevel 50 deg. THIS ITEM IS FACTORY NEW AND CARRIES MANUFACTURER WARRANTY . NO RETURNS OR REFUNDS UNLESS FOUND DEFECTIVE . LIMITED TO STOCK ON HAND . FIRST COME FIRST SERVED .
Shipping Cost $6.00
Found at HeavyDutyTools.net then go to the closeout links,where youll also find a router and a planer on closeout.
Here is where I saw it for $345
http://www.ablefasteners.com/product_pages/brand/makita/cordless/18/5621dwa.htm
More info on the saw:
With the blade on the left side, a noticeable forward balance, and plenty of power under load, the 18-volt Makita invites favorable comparison to a wormdrive. More than one carpenter who tried this saw didn't want to give it back. Clearly more than a trim saw, this is an excellent tool for remote locations ? and as a friend pointed out, anything past the end of your cord is a remote location. It won't replace your AC circular saw, but it will cut more than 150 2x4s or two dozen 8-foot rips through OSB without a power cord to be seen.
We tested the 18-volt model with both the 2.0Ah NiCad battery and the 2.2Ah NiMH battery. The NiMH battery gave about a 15% increase in crosscut capacity, which is actually more than I would have expected. (NiMH technology is one of the hottest topics in cordless tools these days ? see Notebook, 10/99 ? and we're all waiting to see how NiMH batteries will work out over the long run.)
Many framers routinely prop dimensional lumber up on one foot and "drop" the saw through the cut. Because of its forward balance, the Makita performs this maneuver easily and comfortably (see photo). It handles 2-by stock easily and has plenty of power for ripping that last run of sheathing, or installing an access panel or skylight. Take a spare battery with you and you might forget about pulling a cord up onto the roof.
The 18-volt model cut more linear feet of 7/16 OSB than any other saw tested, and with the NiMH battery, it was comparable to the Hitachi on 2x4 crosscuts. Brake action was quick, and overall construction looked sound. External brush holder caps make for fast change-outs, and the shoe could be replaced in minutes if it were to be damaged, both nice features. Two of the shoe-mount screws came loose (one actually fell out), so a little Loctite 222 (the purple low-strength formula ? don't use the red or blue) might be helpful here. If you took care of this as soon as you unpacked the saw you'd probably never have a problem. Scales across the front of the shoe and down the left side could be handy.
http://www.jlcnet.com/banner/cordp2.html
Now get to work on that project you slackers!
Makita 18 volt 6-1/2" right side cordless circular saw kit includes saw,2 ahr nicad battery,carbide blade,rip guide,and case. 2-1/8" capacity at 90 deg , 1-1/2" at 45 deg. Maximum bevel 50 deg. THIS ITEM IS FACTORY NEW AND CARRIES MANUFACTURER WARRANTY . NO RETURNS OR REFUNDS UNLESS FOUND DEFECTIVE . LIMITED TO STOCK ON HAND . FIRST COME FIRST SERVED .
Shipping Cost $6.00
Found at HeavyDutyTools.net then go to the closeout links,where youll also find a router and a planer on closeout.
Here is where I saw it for $345
http://www.ablefasteners.com/product_pages/brand/makita/cordless/18/5621dwa.htm
More info on the saw:
With the blade on the left side, a noticeable forward balance, and plenty of power under load, the 18-volt Makita invites favorable comparison to a wormdrive. More than one carpenter who tried this saw didn't want to give it back. Clearly more than a trim saw, this is an excellent tool for remote locations ? and as a friend pointed out, anything past the end of your cord is a remote location. It won't replace your AC circular saw, but it will cut more than 150 2x4s or two dozen 8-foot rips through OSB without a power cord to be seen.
We tested the 18-volt model with both the 2.0Ah NiCad battery and the 2.2Ah NiMH battery. The NiMH battery gave about a 15% increase in crosscut capacity, which is actually more than I would have expected. (NiMH technology is one of the hottest topics in cordless tools these days ? see Notebook, 10/99 ? and we're all waiting to see how NiMH batteries will work out over the long run.)
Many framers routinely prop dimensional lumber up on one foot and "drop" the saw through the cut. Because of its forward balance, the Makita performs this maneuver easily and comfortably (see photo). It handles 2-by stock easily and has plenty of power for ripping that last run of sheathing, or installing an access panel or skylight. Take a spare battery with you and you might forget about pulling a cord up onto the roof.
The 18-volt model cut more linear feet of 7/16 OSB than any other saw tested, and with the NiMH battery, it was comparable to the Hitachi on 2x4 crosscuts. Brake action was quick, and overall construction looked sound. External brush holder caps make for fast change-outs, and the shoe could be replaced in minutes if it were to be damaged, both nice features. Two of the shoe-mount screws came loose (one actually fell out), so a little Loctite 222 (the purple low-strength formula ? don't use the red or blue) might be helpful here. If you took care of this as soon as you unpacked the saw you'd probably never have a problem. Scales across the front of the shoe and down the left side could be handy.
http://www.jlcnet.com/banner/cordp2.html
Now get to work on that project you slackers!