The price tag qualifies it as splurge. But if you aren’t on a budget, the Makita 18V X2 LXT Circular Saw delivers corded power in a cordless model. It features a 7-1/4-in. blade, 2-5/8-in. cutting ...

A solid circular saw will provide years of quick, safe, and straight cuts no matter what project or material you're working on. By Bob Beacham Updated Jan 27, 2025 4:37 PM EST We may earn revenue from ...

A table saw is often the first machine the aspiring woodworker wants for the shop. But even a lightweight contractor’s saw is not cheap, and a really good cabinet saw is both expensive and incredibly ...

When it comes to woodworking efficiency and versatility, few tools match the raw cutting power of a high-quality circular saw. Unlike the precision-focused miter saws that excel at angled cuts or ...

Most novice do-it-yourselfers feel perfectly comfortable using an electric drill or jigsaw, but nearly all of them are hesitant to pick up a portable circular saw. And that's not surprising when you ...

When it comes to woodworking efficiency and versatility, few tools match the raw cutting power of a high-quality circular saw. Unlike stationary table saws or precision-focused miter saws that excel ...

Bottom line: the circular saw is the best tool for fast and accurate cutting. Here at Popular Mechanics, we constantly test and use circular saws in our own projects. Our favorites below range from ...

Tools may not make the craftsman, so the saying goes, but sharp tools will definitely improve your work. “Fundamentals of Sharpening” offers solid, straightforward advice for keeping saws, chisels, ...