Skil 5680-01 14 Amp 7-1/4-Inch Circular Saw with Laser Beam Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this as a gift for my son.I always check the base plate on a circular saw for flex.Too many saws, even more expensive than this one, have weak base plates that bend a little from the weight of your hand on the saw.The result is that cuts are not accurate and may wander.This saw has a surprisingly rigid base plate.The fact the saw's motor draws 14 amps indicates it has plenty of power, especially with a carbide tipped blade.The motor also has ball bearings.I like the release lever on the depth of cut adjustment that is in place of a simple wing nut.This is a good solid saw.I did use the saw a couple of times and found the laser fell a bit more to one side of the line than it should.The laser can not be adjusted.The electrical cord is very stiff and does not hang loosely.A couple of times its stiffness almost caused it to come into the path of the blade.

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Product Description:
The 5680-01 7-1/4-inch SKILSAW is lighter and more compact than previous models, while providing more power to get the job done quickly. User-friendly features, such as a Single Beam Laser Cut Line™ and a wider, more stable foot, allow users to get the job done right the first time. With over 80 years of engineering experience, the 5680-01 combines lightweight design with the power and durability you have come to expect from a SKILSAW.

1 Beam Laser Cut Line™ produces straight, accurate cuts.

On-tool wrench storage for quick and easy blade changes. View larger.

Equipped with a 24-tooth carbide blade capable of cutting through a variety of materials.

*SKILSAW 5750-01Innovative Features and Benefits
The 5680-01 SKILSAW has a 14-amp, 2.5-horsepower motor that supplies ample strength for ripping through all varieties of wood, while the 7-1/4-inch 24-tooth carbide blade provides the cutting capacity to tackle a variety of projects, including building decks, fencing, sheds, or wooden furniture. The 5680-01 is also 1/2 of a pound lighter and 15% faster than its predecessor (5750-01), reducing user fatigue while increasing efficiency. And the 1 Beam Laser Cut Line™ helps the user make accurate cut lines.
The 5680-01 SKILSAW possesses many innovative safety features including a patented Anti Snag lower guard, which reduces hang-ups in materials when making narrow cutoffs. A rear depth adjustment lever enables the user to easily adjust the depth of cut, while the trigger safety lock prevents accidental starts. A power-on LED alerts the user that the tool is plugged in, and a wide foot guarantees stability and control when making cuts.
SKIL Heritage
SKIL Power Tools is a leader in portable electric power tools and accessories that serves the consumer do-it-yourself and professional construction markets. Founded in 1924 with the invention of the SKILSAW Worm Drive, SKIL now delivers a complete line of power tools designed and engineered to help do-it-yourselfers achieve home project success, while providing professionals durable, cost-conscience tools for the jobsite.
What's in the Box
5680-01 SKILSAW, 24-tooth carbide blade, wrench, and carrying bag.

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