Circular Saws

Two Saws are Better Than One

Makita XSH06PT 7-1/4-in. circular saw, Makita XSH04ZB 6-1/2-in. circular saw
Big Saw Bests Big Timbers

Skilsaw's Super Sawsquatch massive 16-5/16 in. circular saw can cut thick beams with ease.
Compact Blade-Right Circular Saw

First look at the Makita XSH04ZB 61⁄2-in. subcompact cordless circular saw.
How to Accurately Cut a 6×6

Mastered in a Minute: Use a rafter square to guide cuts through large timbers.
Worm-Drive Oil Change

Worm-drive circular saws need their oil changed periodically. Here’s how to do it.
Skilsaw Super Sawsquatch

This 16-5/16-in. beam saw can cut a 6x6 in a single pass.
How to Change the Oil in a Worm-Drive Saw

Worm-drive saws have an oil-bath gearbox; the oil eventually gets contaminated through use.
DeWalt’s 60v Saw Is Not Quite Ready for Production Framing

A very nice piece of gear that would serve many carpenters well. But not in a production-framing environment.
All You Need Is a Track Saw

How to break down plywood and other sheet goods efficiently, accurately, and without a tablesaw.
Podcast Episode 100 — ONE HUNDRED SHOWS!

Bathroom electricals, roof vents, adhesive guns, appliances and kitchen cabinets, tablesaw safety, and two great sweepstakes.

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