5007F 7-1/4" Circular Saw (Corded)
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Why we picked it
Magnesium baseplate - lighter and stiffer than aluminum-cast
Makita's 5007F is the classic corded 7 1/4" circular saw that's been in framing crews' tool boxes since the 1990s, same teal and black housing, same magnesium base, same 15 amp motor that doesn't bog down through 2x wet hardwood. The magnesium baseplate is the difference vs cheaper aluminum cast baseplates: lighter (saw weighs 10.6 lbs), stiffer (no flex during cut), and survives drops onto concrete. The 5,800 RPM motor with electric brake stops the blade in under 2 seconds when you release the trigger. r/Carpentry, r/Construction, and r/woodworking all surface the Makita 5007F as the BIFL corded circular saw, at this price tier, it competes only with DeWalt's DWE575SB. Owners report 20+ year service lives on commercial framing crews. Replaceable brushes ($15 from Makita) extend service life indefinitely.
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Pros & Cons from Reviews
Pros
- +Magnesium baseplate - lighter and stiffer than aluminum-cast
- +15-amp motor pulls 5,800 RPM through 2x hardwood
- +Electric brake stops blade in under 2 seconds
- +10.6 lb weight - light for a 7-1/4" saw
- +Replaceable brushes for indefinite service life
- +20+ year service life standard on framing crews
Cons
- -Corded only - needs 12-gauge extension at minimum
- -Single bevel side (left-bevel only for right-tilt cuts)
- -Dust port is small - not the best for fine-dust collection
- -Brushes eventually wear (replaceable)
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