Bare-Tool Makita BJR181Z 18-Volt LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Reciprocating Saw (Tool Only, No Battery)

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Maximum Cutting Capacity of Pipe: 5-1/8 Inches and Wood (w/12 Inch Blade): 10 Inches. Length of Stroke: 1-1/8 Inches. Strokes Per Minute: 0-2,900 SPM. Watt Hours: 54.0. Overall Length: 19-5/8 Inches. Net weight: 8.1 Pounds. Shipping Weight: 12.00 lbs. (Bare Tool - No Battery - No Charger)
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- Makita-built variable speed D35 high torque motor that delivers 0-2,900 strokes per minute is combined with a 1-1/8-Inch length stoke for faster cutting and maximum productivity
- Compact design at 19-5/8 inches long and weighs only 8.1 lbs. for reduced operator fatigue
- Includes features such as a large 2-finger trigger, a built-in L.E.D. light to illuminate the work area, and a large retractable tool hook
- Makita LXT Lithium-Ion battery and Energy Star rated 30-Minute Rapid Optimum Charger produces 430% total lifetime work with 2.5X more cycles
- 3-year warranty on tool
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 "coolest thing ever!!!!!!" 2010-01-19
By C. Marks (Little Neck, NY, US)
used all the time. lots of power. long battery life. quick change blade. light and hook so handy. ease of use.

 "Disposable Junk" 2009-11-26
By Bud
I have owned a lot of Makita and DeWalt tools in my life. This is part of the newest LXT Lithium ion-powered tools. This is a great concept, but seriously, 4 of the 6 LXT tools I own have flaws/problems that greatly impact their utility.



The problem with this recip saw is that the shoe just plain does not work. It is only decorative. It will not hold. This is an important function when you are trying to use a certain part of the blade or to adjust the depth to keep the blade from, say, punching through the drywall on the other side of the wall.



Also, the blade quick release is marginal. You really have to give it a good forceful close and wiggle to make sure it is locked in there. I have not had problems with blades coming loose/out, but others have. FWIW, I use exclusively Milwaukee blades.



Sadly, if you look at the price of $75 to $100 for this or the compact version (BJR182), then think about the hassle to ship this to a service center and back and then not have them fix it (because it is a basic design flaw), then you'll understand that they truly don't make 'em like they used to.

 "details details" 2009-09-07
By Timothy D. Courage
This product has 5 stars because Makita has a good product here. Then there is me. . . picking at the details. I have owned this saw for 4 years now, it has undergone daily use for 2 full years of the 4. I have only one complaint about this saw and a few requests/questions for future models.



My only complaint, and I have not seen any one else mention this, is that the blade guard is not a solid mechanism and slips back when pressure is applied. I hope that Makita can remedy this small oversight in future models.



Another question is can this tool be made any more compact? I have also noticed that a corded model Makita recipro-saw has some kind of anti vibration technology, can this be applied in some measure to the cordless?



This saw is still going strong and dispite the improvements I would like to see it is a staple of the cordless tool kit, powerful, light, love the hook and the light. It is a 5 star out of the competition but it needs tweeked to be the absolute best that it can be.

 "BJR182 "Z" is available for nearly half the price" 2009-06-30
By schunacher (California)
Unless the hook is important to you [62 dollars important] the BJR182 is a better deal. In addition to not having the hook, BJR182 has a slightly different handle and does not have the LED headlights. Same motor and transmission. I got mine for eighty bucks here on Amazon: Makita BJR182Z 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Recipro Saw. I suspect these come from dealers who break down kits to get you the awesome price (I consider that excellent service) since Makita states that the BJR182 is the kits-only version of the tool. By the way the saw is very substantial and powerful because of the new cordless battery technology. I have been conditioned to expect cordless to mean wimpy but that is not the case here.

 "Makita 18V Li-Ion Reciprocating Saw" 2008-04-20
By Geowhiziker (North Texas)
Excellent product. Works very well. Vendor was prompt. Couldn't ask for more.


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Makita JR3070CT Reciprocating Saw

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Powerful 15 AMP motor with electronic speed control maintains constant speed under load. Long 1 1/4in. stroke is ideal for faster cutting. Unique clutch assembly helps protect the gears should the blade bind. Anti Vibration Technology provides 2X less vibration. Cordless: No, Amps: 15, Variable Speed: Yes, Stroke Length (in.): 1 1/2, Strokes Per Minute (SPM): 0 - 2,800, Tool Length (in.): 19 1/8, Case Included: Yes
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- 4-position orbital/straight cutting action
- Variable speed dial for presetting maximum speed
- Long 1-1/4" stroke for faster cutting
- Tool-less blade change and shoe adjustment
- 1 year warranty
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 "Great Reciprocating saw" 2009-08-09
By Fred (Houston)
The Makita reciprocating saw is all that I expected it would be. It is a powerful saw making short work of my projects including cutting exhaust pipes, half inch bolts, and lumber with nails. Blade changes are easy. The tool feels good and has good balance.

 "Serious saw" 2009-07-09
By Keith L. Moore (Kansas City, MO United States)
This is an outstanding product (so far). I have a long history with Mikita and I have had one product give me fits, but not this one! It is a very serious saw! Make sure you provide it with the right amount of power (the right-sized extention cord) and it will do the job! Neat!

 "Makita did NOT test these under construction conditions" 2009-06-24
By D. Hanny (Ft. Lauderdale, FL USA)
I can't believe I have to give Makita a 1-star on a review. I own and use an 18V Makita drill that has served me pretty well (though I did have to take it to a service center and they replaced the 'transmission,' under warranty, with an updated one).



I currently work for a construction company that uses reciprocating saws, and uses them a lot. We cut a good amount of metal framing, door frames, wood framing and drywall with them.



Before I started working with this company they used Porter Cable 'sawzalls.' We still have one or two left that rarely go out on jobs due to the side-to-side play that the worn Porter Cable blade-mechanisms allow. For general cutting they will still do the job, but for making straight cuts across drywall, or precise metal cuts, it's time to grab something else.



Since I've been working there we've used Milwaukee Sawzalls, and we've had pretty good luck with those (they lasted about two years).



But these Makitas ... wow, what a nightmare. From the get-go we had one that threw blades out. Two of the others developed this tendency within the first month of use. After three months of use we really only have one Makita reciprocating saw that doesn't throw blades AND has kept its parts together.



On most of them the switch on the left side, in the black area, that changes them to 'orbital' cutting has broken (and those broke pretty early - either not being able to hold position, or just falling off).



The metal guard on the front to adjust cutting depth has broken off on one of our saws, and inspection showed the metal it was made of to be thick - but seemingly a cheap type of metal (perhaps cast steel?). The thinner guards on the Milwaukees are a real steel, and while we've bent them, we have never had a Milwaukee's guard break like the Makita's did.



We really like the speed control on these, when they work, but beyond that they have just been problematic.



To be honest, we have one Ryobi reciprocating saw (plug in, none of our saws are rechargeable) that I would give three or four stars for, over this Makita, and that's for honest and tough use in construction.



My suggestion is to take a good look at Milwaukee sawzalls if you want a saw for every-day construction use. For home-use I suggest you even consider buying the Ryobi - ours has been a surprisingly good saw.



But I cannot recommend the Makitas for even light-duty use after seeing ours all go south (except for the one - though we did have to use a screw to wedge even that one's 'orbital' switch to stay in the "off" position two days ago).

 "The Best Product on the Market" 2009-02-23
By Jack Gerjeff (Chicago)
This is by far the best heavy duty reciprocating saw on the market. We use it to cut cars in the used auto parts business. There is only one week spot and that is the blade locking mechanism. 90% of the ones I've bought so far, and that's almost 30 of them break there. And they discontinued the parts that you would need to fix it. Usually lasts up to 3 months of really heavy duty service, which is better than the Milwaukee. That anti vibration technology is pretty good as well.

 "Best by far" 2008-12-22
By R. K. McGehee
This is the best reciprocating saw that I have ever used. We just finished up deconstruction of a fairly large house and this was there from the beginning. We have had around 12 guys working on this house everyday for the last few months with around 10 or so reciprocating saws on site. This is by far the best one on site as voted by all those carpenters. We have filled 10+ 30 yard dumpsters worth of materials and it is still just as strong as and as favored as the first day it was on site.



The variable speed and orbital action are really great. I can tell easily when the orbital is off because it starts cutting at the same speed as other reciprocating saws. The handle feels great, however, it is a slight bit heavy and that is the only downfall.


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Makita LS1040 10-Inch Compound Miter saw

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A favorite on job sites, Makita's 10-inch compound miter saw has a highly dedicated following. Even though it's extremely portable (at 24.2 pounds), Makita's saw also boasts a super sturdy dual-post pivoting arm. A pivot fence adjusts for supporting large stock and flips back for bevel cuts. The saw bevels left up to 45 degrees and miters 45 degrees left and up to 52 degrees right. There's no lack of power here, either: a 15 amp motor spins the blade, plus there's an electric brake that saves you time between cuts. There's also a shaft lock that makes changing blades quick and easy. The miter has a smooth-action swivel, but the lock is of the older screw-handle design that's a little more time-consuming than the newer (and more expensive) cam-lock designs. This Makita also lacks a soft-start mechanism, so it does jump a bit when the motor first engages; some users swear by a soft start, but we think a saw can still be a high-quality saw without one. Makita's saw has a vertical grip design with a thumb-activated safety switch and a paddle trigger, and while the vertical design might be slightly less ergonomic than the horizontal D-handle, it does allow you to use the saw comfortably with either hand. And the paddle grip makes squeezing the trigger easy no matter how you're holding the handle. Our verdict: it's a solid saw. -- Jon Groebner

Choosing a Miter Saw
Miter saws are versatile tools that have become a mainstay of workshops everywhere. These powerful saws make angled cuts by pulling a circular blade down onto a workpiece with a short, controlled plunge. It might appear that miter saws are infinitely complex and varied, but there are only three general types. The type you choose will depend on your woodworking needs.

Basic Miter Saws
Basic miter saws are the least versatile off the three major variations, but they’re a great starting point for novice do-it-yourselfers. These models typically adjust for miter cuts only, so consider upgrading if you need to do more than that.

Compound miter saws are easier to use than basic miter saws because you can place your stock flat for cutting, and they adjust simultaneously for miter and bevel cuts. A compound miter saw is great for jobs that feature stock that's not very tall or wide, such as door and window trim or picture frames.

Sliding Compound Miter Saws
Sliding compound miter saws are the most versatile of the available models. They have a motor and blade assembly that's mounted on a moveable arm to accommodate longer, wider workpieces. For smaller pieces, the saw performs like an ordinary fixed-head model. On some models, the blade can only pivot in one direction, but on a dual sliding compound miter saw, the blade can tilt to the right or left.

Important Features at a Glance
Though models will vary by manufacturer and design, these are a few of the more commonly found features that you might want to keep in mind.

• Electric brake: Reverses the flow of electricity when the saw's trigger is released. This is an important safety feature that slows the blade quickly in case of emergency.
• Blade guard: Most miter saws have self-retracting guards that withdraw when the saw is lowered for use, and reappear when it is raised.
• Laser guide: Gives a precise visual line where the cut will occur on your workpiece.
• Dust bag: Helps collect sawdust for a clearer, more tidy cutting area.
• Shaft lock: Immobilizes the shaft and blade for quicker, easier blade changes.
• Table extensions: Mount on either side of the saw to help balance longer workpieces.

Miter Saw Blades
Miter saw blades come in a variety of different sizes, grades, and materials, but there are three main types: steel, high-speed steel, and carbide-tipped blades.

• Steel: Inexpensive and good for cutting soft woods or plywoods. Sharpness diminishes quickly in tougher materials.
• High-Speed Steel: More rugged than steel blades, and great for cutting harder woods.
• Carbide-Tipped: More expensive than other blades but much more durable. Maintain sharpness over a longer period.
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  - Features powerful 15 amp motor and dual post compound pivoting arm
  - Provides a large capability with cuts 52 degrees right and 47 degrees left with 9 positive stops at 15, 22-1/2, 30, 45 degrees left or right and 0 degrees
  - Durably designed with a machined aluminum base, dual aluminum base, dual slide rails and a carbide tip blade
  - Saw includes vertical vise, blade, wrench and triangular rule
  - Covered by 1-Year warranty
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   "needs work" 2009-11-20
  By Ruby James (bay area)
  This saw out of the box WILL NOT CUT A 2X6 AT 90 DEGREES NOR BEVEL A 2X6 AT 90 DEGREES. With some filing of the right hand fence top I could get the saw to lower itself and cut a 2x6 at 90 degrees by 90 degrees. Beveling at 45 degrees by 90 degrees was impossible. The blade gruard, nut etc. prevents the blade from penetrating all the way through the wood. Otherwise it is a light weight and durable machine. It bewilders me why Makita would make a 10" saw with a 15 amp motor that can't cut a 2x6.
  
  
  
   "Not sliding" 2009-10-21
  By Michael Gonzalez
  I should have purchased a sliding compound mitre saw instead of a non-sliding one. They are so much more useful for cutting plywood sheets etc.
  
  
  
   "One of the best small miter saws." 2009-08-16
  By Kevin A. Straight (Los Angeles, CA)
  A few years ago I worked in the cabinet shop of a custom motor-coach factory. We had about 12 of these 10" Makita Saws as well as a few larger sliding saws of various brands. We used them all day long to cut moldings and secondary wood to assemble cabinets, and never had a lick of trouble. Out on the main line, they even used the same saw with a carbide blade to cut aluminum extrusions for coach bodies.
  
  
  
  When they finally started wearing out (after about 5 years of 10 hour work shifts) management replaced them with cheap Delta saws which where not nearly as tough.
  
  
  
  I have been in the wood trades for several years and used saws of every major brand. If I was going to buy a small miter saw, the Makita would probably be my first choice.
  
  
  
   "Ho Hum, just another solid product from Makita!" 2009-06-19
  By Warren W. Wiley (Ottertail)
  Let me make this short: this is all the miter saw 95% of us need. You can buy bigger, fancier more powerful saws with advanced features but this is all you really need unless you're a full time Pro who does trim and molding etc. all day long.
  
  It has a liitle "kick" at start up but when you make the cut it is so quick and so clean you forget it. In fact....I LIKE that little start up boost!
  
  This is a well made, well thought out tool and looks like it will last a long time. If its like my other Makita tools I'm sure it will.
  
  
  
   "good saw for the money" 2009-04-14
  By Robert Hoffman (Fleetwood PA. USA)
  I purchaced this saw and it turned out to be a real good buy. I use it all the time and it works well every time. I would recomend it to others.
  
  
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Makita 5094DWD 14.4-volt NiMH 3-3/8-inch Cordless Circular Saw

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Here's a saw packing the power of Makita and the convenience of cordless, the best of both worlds. It's incredibly light and a cinch to handle, and at 4.6 pounds, it's easy on the body. All the adjustments are clear and easy to change. Makita's batteries have a great reputation for good reason—they deliver plenty of power and hold their charge. This little saw is so versatile, we can imagine using it for dozens of things: cutting sheets, trim, rows of dowels for crafters, flooring, you name it. It evens bevels to 45 degrees—we think that's a great feature for such a small package. The clever design leaves it feeling totally balanced in your hand. You'll find yourself reaching for it instead of the standard 7-inch saw, and it will get the job done.--Kris Jensen-Van Heste
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- Powerful 14.4-volt Ni-MH battery for longer run time
- Compact and lightweight at only 4.6-pounds with battery; shaft lock for easy blade changes
- Adjustable cutting depth with easy to read-gauge on blade housing
- Includes battery, charger, carbide tipped blade, rip fence and case
- 1-year warranty
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 "disappointing performance" 2010-04-04
By Michael A. Pavia (Monroe, CT)
I'm afraid that I can't agree with the 5 star ratings some of the other reviewers have given this tool. My intended use was to cut 3/4 inch birch plywood to rough size to make the parts easier to handle on the table saw. I usually cut 1 sheet of plywood in half. The saw is grossly underpowered and can barely make it through 2 passes. I never expected it to replace a corded circular saw, but this barely qualifies as a saw. The blade typically slows dramatically and frequently stops during the 2nd cut - and this is with a fully charged battery. My model is a 12V - maybe the 14V version will do a little better for you. This is not a rugged tool, and it simply doesn't have the power to produce anything but frustration - and it's way overpriced. It's OK for the occasional DIYer looking to cut nothing thicker than 3/4 material. If you're used to handling pro tools, skip this model. Makita got this one all wrong.

 "A great LITTLE saw." 2009-12-31
By kiangrex (Santa Cruz, CA United States)
While I've only used the saw once to repair a bathroom floor under a leaky toilet, it cut precisely and cleanly in a much smaller space than a normal size circular saw. And it has the convenience of cordless as well.

 "Not great for angled cuts, otherwise very nice" 2009-09-14
By Photographer, Mac user (California)
Works well for what it is. However, don't bother trying to do a 45 degree angle cut on anything thicker than 3/8", or maybe 1/2". It won't cut all the way through. I tried making some moulding out of 3/4" thick wood, and found that the saw only went 2/3 of the way.



For straight cuts, it's great, makes a smooth finish.



Is it worth the price? Probably not, unless this is exactly the tool you need. You may be better off with a larger saw, which will undoubtedly be cheaper as well.

 "I GIVE THIS 10 STARS" 2009-08-14
By James Moore (USA)
THIS BAD BOY CUTS FOR REAL, RIPS THROUGH 3/4 BIRCH PLY LIKE PAPER. BATTERY LAST A LONG TIME AND YOU CAN USE IT WITH ONE HAND, AND IT CAN CUT CURVES VERY WELL ALSO. I TREAT THIS THING LIKE ONE OF MY KIDS BUY THIS YOU WONT BE DISAPPOINTED

 "Outstanding tool with unique capabilities" 2008-12-11
By Joseph C. Mooney (Christina Lake, BC Canada)
I have owned this saw for 2-1/2 years, and have come to find its unique capabilities indispensable.



Having said that, I can understand why some people would have problems with this tool - it is not for everyone. All battery powered tools must compromise between power, size and weight in order to achieve freedom from a 120V cord. This one is no different. It is a very small, very light tool. Its blade spins slower than other battery powered circular saws. Temper your expectations accordingly, expect it to cut at a relaxed rate, and you will be satisfied with it's performance. Assume it should be able to cut as quickly as a saw weighing 3 times as much, and you will be disappointed.



I do a lot of woodwork and home renovation. I own many professional quality tools including a total of 4 circular saws. Two are 120 volt models, and two are battery powered. The other battery saw is an 18 volt Bosch with 6-1/2" blade.



What I like about the 5094D saw:



o It is lighter and smaller by far than any other circular saw. I easily operate it in one hand and SAFELY make cuts in places where no other saw can go. Situations where it has been especially useful include working overhead, sometimes perched atop a high ladder; working in a cramped crawlspace; removing plywood and OSB sheathing material from the wall of a house, cutting trim and siding material.



o It's power to weight ratio, and perhaps more importantly power-to-saw-kerf ratio is far superior to most, if not all other battery powered saws. While my 18V Bosch sometimes stalls during heavy cuts, this little Makita has never, ever stalled. Like any circular saw, it will kick back if mishandled, however the result if much less forceful, and hence less dangerous which is important when working overhead or on a ladder.



o Low noise level. By far the quietest circular saw I own. No hearing protection is required when using this little saw (the only exception is that sometimes the material being cut may make a racket, but it does not happen often).



o Clean. Because the kerf is so tiny, this saw generates far less dust than any other power saw. The low speed of the blade ensures that little of it is blown into the air. I estimate more than ninety percent of the wood dust remains on the workpiece where it can be easily vacuumed or bushed away. When working inside a house this is the cleanest power saw I have, even cleaner than a jig saw or a miter saw connected to a dust collector.



o Battery life is very good. You can do a lot of work with this tool before needing a recharge. Also, the NiMh batteries can be recharged at any time without harm and, if you are in a hurry, they can be partially recharged and used.



o Reasonable cutting capability. As mentioned previously, cutting occurs at a relaxed rate (although far faster than you could do by hand). This saw will readily cross cut one-by boards such as 3/4" thick fir or pine. It also nicely cuts sheet goods. I have used it extensively on half inch thick OSB, as well as fir, pressure treated and Baltic birch plywood (Baltic birch is essentially solid hardwood). I've used it less often on thicker sheet goods but it certainly does cut 3/4" thick stock, although a bit more slowly than the half inch stuff. As with all circular saws, the underside cuts very cleanly, with the only tear out on the top side (although the tiny kerf limits this to an acceptable level for most work - use masking tape or other methods if required).



o Tiny diameter blade makes it possible to plunge cut closer to the line than larger blades can. For example if you are cutting half inch thick sheathing a 7-1/4 inch blade will be 5/8" beyond the point that the 3-3/8 blade will be when you stop the cut. Sorry if this seems obscure - it is difficult to explain without a diagram - perhaps if sketching both diameters it will clarify things. Practically speaking, it means I can use this to make rough cut outs in sheathing or other material where I would normally need a different kind of saw (like a Rotozip, or jig saw).





What I do not like about this saw:



o While it is ruggedly built, and very durable (like most other Makita tools), the baseplate is simply folded steel. It works, but a solid aluminum alloy baseplate ought to be standard in a saw of this price range. Also the pivot points are not quite as tight as I would like, so there is just a little slop when adjusting the base height or angle.





In summary, this is a rugged, useful tool. I know of no other circular saw that can compare to it in terms of size and weight. I use mine often, and would not be without it, especially for construction and installation work.






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Makita 4390DW 9.6-Volt Ni-Cad Cordless Reciprocating Saw

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Ideal for cutting wood mild steel and more, Makita's 9.6-Volt Cordless Recipro Saw features a 9/16-inch stroke length and 2,700 SPM for fast and smooth cutting. A front grip design enhances control and comfort. Lightweight and compact, this 3.1 lbs. tool is easy to handle and works well in tight quarters. A convenient lock-off switch prevents accidental starts for added safety and less marring of the workpiece. A specially designed blade offers maximum efficiency. Your purchase includes a battery, charger, and hex wrench.
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- 9.6-volt Ni-Cad cordless reciprocating saw kit ideal for cutting wood and mild steel
- Delivers 2,700 RPM for fast and smooth cutting
- Convenient lock-off switch prevents accidental starts
- Includes battery, charger, and hex wrench
- 1-year limited warranty; 9/16-inch stroke length
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 "Makita 4390DW Recipro saw Kit" 2009-10-24
By P. Johnson (USA)
I own this Kit. Comes with saw, bat, charger (NIMH and NiCad, 7.2 to 14 volt), and two blades, #78 for wood, and #71 for metal. Inserting the blade is a bit tedious, compared to the Milwaukee 12v Hacksall, that I also use. I bought this saw Kit because I have two drills and a mini circle saw that use the same platform. Saw is very handy for a quick cut, no "Jitter" if held firmly.

 "One of my best tools" 2009-09-29
By 1/2 Canadian
I've had this saw since 1995, and admittedly only use it a few times a year for home projects. However it uses the same battery as my Makita angle drill, which makes it super convenient. Its portability is one of its most positive aspects, just as with the drill. After 14 years, I finally broke one of its saw blades today, cutting through aluminum channel metal, which is tricky to keep from twisting and stressing the blade.



That's one of the negatives here... the blades are not standard reciprocating saw blades, but rather oversized jig saw blades, for all intents. Limited power = limited blade size and capability. Not that this rig doesn't have plenty of power, because it does. But that's why it can snap a blade; so a modicum of caution is advised - don't overreach the shorter blade throw, nor cut too cockeyed a line. And wear safety glasses cuz my blade broke off the tip as well as broke at the base, and that tip went aflying across the garage.



That leads to the only other negative. Finding replacement blades is no piece of cake if you want them from a stick built store. Plenty available online though. All that negative aside, I'd recommend this rig to any friend or acquaintance. And I'd buy another myself if I needed one, because it is so easy to take anywhere (upstairs, downstairs, to the yard or shed) and use without worrying about a darned cord, and it makes a lot quicker work of steel cutting projects than a hack saw; as long as you control its power and don't force the cut of the blade. On its own in not too thick a steel, it will buzz through like it was butter. Like any recipro, the width of the guide foot can complicate closesness of cut, but that inconvenience doesn't overshadow the great overall usefullness of this very handy tool.

 "It's a Finish Reciprocating Saw" 2009-03-14
By J. Lee
I use this tool for cutting conduit, steel/aluminum tubing, bolts. The great thing about this tool is that you can use it with one hand and still have great precision and control of the tool because the trigger is only 5" from the blade instead of way in the back. Your hand grips the center of mass of the tool and it's amazing how light and balanced it feels in your hand. This saw is a scalpel and more suited towards finish cutting than the larger recipro saws. I've cut up to 4" conduit with this tool, so it is no slouch. The short stroke of the blade allows you to get into some pretty tight places while minimizing collateral damage. It is one of my favorite tools. The only thing I'd change about the tool is convert over to 12V and some of the newer batteries, but keep the overall shape and size.

 "da "DAWG"" 2009-02-13
By H. Wells (Triad, NC USA)
How did I survive without this one! Sure to be a classic in my Hall of Tool Museum. I love Makita's, especially if made in Japan. This is made in Canada, so I have faith they did it right. Now, I have the whole line. So much better than a sabre or sawzall.....

 "Great for the medium to small jobs" 2009-01-22
By Review Man (Richland, WA)
I purchased this for a "self" Christmas present as I often find that I need a saw to get into tight spaces and the big reciprocating saws were too long or just didn't fit. I recently had a plumbing project and the saw worked excellent. I have used the saw for several cutting projects around the house and I'm very satisified. I do recommend purchasing a few extra blades if you decide to buy the unit...


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 "$10 for a Quart of Oil" 2010-01-14
By W. Weber
If you read the Makita chain saw manuals (e.g. UC3500, UC3530A) they actually say to use their BIOTOP chain oil (but try finding that). The manuals offer NO OTHER equivalent. Since Makita also sells this "Commercial Grade" oil, one must assume that it's okay to use in their chain saws, too.



But at over $10 per quart, you're locked into paying through the nose, for the life of the saw.



Ridiculous.

 "Must Have for Makita's Electric Saw" 2009-08-17
By Cucumber Field (New York, NY USA)
I recently purchased Makita's Electric saw (on Amazon), and the saw came with a tiny bottle of this oil which would run out shortly once you start using the tool. The nearby hardware store did not carry this brand so I bought it on Amazon. You need this oil to operate the tool - I should have bought this along with the saw.


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Bare-Tool Milwaukee 6320-20 18-Volt Ni-Cad 6-1/2-Inch Cordless Metal Cutting Circular Saw (Tool Only, No Battery)

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Tool includes: 6 7/8" blade. However 6 1/2" blade also work fine with this circular saw. Metal Cutting Saw, 6320-20, cuts all types of metals such as uni-strut, galvanized pipe, metal studs and black pipe, as well as Hardi-Plank and Durock materials. The saw uses a standard 5/8 in. arbor and has a 2-1/8 in. maximum depth of cut. The blade spins at 3,200 RPM and has an electric brake for quick, repetitive cutting. The clear guard provides an excellent line of sight for cutting and the rugged construction provides long, trouble-free operation.
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- Cuts all types of metals such as uni-strut, galvanized pipe and metal studs
- 3,200 RPM and 2-1/8-inch maximum depth of cut
- Clear guard provides an excellent line of sight for cutting
- Rugged construction for long, trouble-free operation
- Limited warranty
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 "What a Great Little Saw" 2009-10-09
By Alfred R. Wall (Lake Gaston, NC)
I was searching for a metal cutting blade for my Milwaukee 18V 6 1/2" saw when I found I could buy the "bare tool" saw and blade almost as cheap as I could buy the blade. What a smart buy. I purchased this for a demo project that involved cutting 5V tin from a roof. This thing is awesome. Cuts through the metal like butter. What a great find. I'm now going to buy the Lithium-Ion batteries to enhance my bag of tools. I highly recommend this little saw.

 "Metal cut saw" 2009-10-05
By R. Busk
The saw lives up to its name. I am impressed with what it can do. The only thing I was disapointed with was how fast the battery ran out of juice. Concidering what I was cutting I can't complain about it.

 "Slick little unit." 2009-05-15
By Weldon W (Vancouver, BC Canada)
What can I say, it's a slick little unit and does what it claims to do. I initially bought one saw. But after pricing out what a spare blade would cost, I ordered up a second saw from Tool King. It worked out as cheap, if not cheaper than buying the the blade by itself. Both shipments came with a saw, blade, safety glasses & believe it or not, a CASE! No complaints at all with Tool King. Like the other reviewer, I initally considered purchasing from DAMLOW PRICES as they were a few bucks cheaper than Tool King when you added in the shipping. Ultimately due to Tool King's higher positive rating here & on Ebay, I chose them. Glad I did. BTW, The saws that I received from Tool King came with a 36 tooth 6-7/8" metal cutting blade that uses a 20mm arbor.

 "Perfect Milwaukee Quality-and some of the vendors are pretty great also" 2009-05-09
By Stephen Cunningham (Northern Michigan)
34 x 52 pole parn burned down last week. I purchased this saw to cut up the huge pile of sheet metal scrap from the roof and side walls. This tool won't cut anything because the vendor "DAMLOW PRICES" shipped it to me without a blade. How can you call something a "metal cutting circular saw" if you don't ship the "saw" part of the tool with the motor. They should advertize it as a High quality motor with a handle, because that is all they sold me. They didn't sell me a saw. The vendor "DAMLOW PRICES" decided to remove the blade before shipping the saw to me. I have purchased Milwaukee, DeWalt, Makita and even the cheap Denali cordless circular saws from various venders as "bare tools" and they always come with the blade. They are shipped from the manufacturer that way. This vendor clearly shows the blade in the picture and clearly indicates that the battery doesn't come with it. The product description states



"Product Description

Tool includes: 6 7/8" blade".



Milwaukee makes great tools but this one is useless to me. Now I have to pay to return the saw and I still have several thousand square feet of burned and twisted steel barn siding and roofing to deal with......."DAMLOW PRICES" is the only vendor I have ever purchased from that removed the blade from a saw before shipping it as a bare tool. It is unlikely that I will ever buy anything from "DAMLOW PRICES" again.



I have returned this tool to "Damlow Prices at a cost of $16 using the U.S Postal service. They sent me a refund that was $17 less than what I origionally paid them, so it only cost me $33 and I recieved nothing of value for it. What a deal! I have posted a photo of the 10 other "bare tool" circular saws that I have purchased from various vendors. Every one of them came with a blade, what a concept!



I ordered a replacement from "Tool King". I assume all is well and will edit this if it is not. Milwaukee makes great tools.



My saw arrived today (June 1st) from "Tool King". It was more than I expected. It came with a red plastic "Milwaukee" tool case that is large enough for the tool, has storage space for a spare blades and has room for a battery charger and spare battery (battery and charger not included). It also came with the "Milwaukee" metal cutting blade (mounted in the blade storage area of the case, a pair of "Milwaukee" safety glasses, and the "Milwaukee" owners manual and product registration paper work sealed in plastic. This makes for a first class package. When I ordered a "Bare tool" I only expected to get the saw and the blade. The storage case and the safety glasses were a pleasant suprise. I will take some photo's of this saw actually cutting metal and post them in the near future. (I have 20 foot long metal roofing panels that I have to fit into a 18 foot long trailer). "Tool King" will be at the top of my list for future purchases. They sent me everything that "Milwaukee" sent to them.



If you buy this from "Damlow Prices" you will not be able to cut anything with it because they don't ship the blade with the saw and if you ask them to supply the blade they won't, and then they will tell you to send it back at your own expense. That is my experience, perhaps yours will be better. My experience is that I am out $33 and they get to sell this same saw to someone else and make even more money. Since it didn't come in a "Milwaukee" box makes it me wonder how many other people have bought this same saw and returned it in its plain brown box.



Please vote if this review was helpful. I sure wish I had the chance to read a review like this before ordering anything from "Damlow Prices"

 "Unbelievable!" 2009-04-23
By James W. Krehmke (Oregon)
I purchased this saw as a bit of an unknown. Seemed that it might be useful IF it worked as expected. No way - it's MUCH MUCH better than I could have imagined. First cuts through 1.25 inch thick wall tubing. No fuss, no effort, NO SPARKS. Smooth cuts with few or no burrs. Why haven't I had one for 10 years? Oh well, live and learn.



BTW, I am using this with the V18 Lithium batteries. It was designed for NiCads, but is forward compatible.


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