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I had the opportunity to get my hands on the new M12 circular saw this past weekend. Honestly, I was impressed with the run time of the saw and the speed. I own the old 6 1/2″ M18 brushed version and I don’t see much of a difference between the two in terms of run time and power. While I don’t think you are going to be ripping OSB all day with it, I do think it has it’s place on the site for quick cuts and anchor templates. It will be interesting to see if other companies come out with a similar product.
Thanks for the review, how does it feel while cutting, I’m thinking about getting one for just small jobs and quick cuts instead of pulling out my 15 amp. Is the weight decent or does it feel to light while making cuts?
Jimbo
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nice that you like it, I have the 6 1/2 and love it, seeings that it is even lighter than mine it must be really light to work will.
give you an idea
corded tilt-lok 7 1/4 10.4 LBS
fuel 7 1/4 7.5 LBS
fuel 6 1/2 6.8 LBS
fuel 5 3/8 5.35 LBS
almost half of a corded model…..so ya it would be lighter…..awesome
It’s not a bad option for someone that needs a circular saw but doesn’t want or need 18v tools
I use mine daily for odds and ends. For larger projects like new construction, I use the 7 1/4 fuel.
Shitcan the factory 5 3/8 blade, it’s junk. Get a Diablo. Feels like a totally different saw
A 5 1/2 blade will fit just fine
I really like my 7 1/4 fuel but glad to hear positive feedback on this 12 because I wouldn’t mind expanding my m12
Just used the m12 most of the day today cutting rafter tails and new fascia. It’s on of my favorite tools
Thanks for the feedback FrosBros82……I have the 6 1/2 and 7 1/4 m18 fuels but also wouldn’t mind the M12 version. Maybe an early cmas present haha….
I need this like a hole in the head but still compelled to getting one just cause……
Yea no kidding haha my 7 1/4 is awesome but I still want the m12!
Regarding Circ Saws….
I have been going back and forth. I have an old corded Craftsman that works ok, but want to replace or supplement with a FUEL tool. I have the M12 and the M18 line, but I am really struggling on which of these I will benefit from most. I think I want the m12 and will just hang onto the Craftsman corded for bigger jobs.
vaultman wrote:
I have been going back and forth. I have an old corded Craftsman that works ok, but want to replace or supplement with a FUEL tool. I have the M12 and the M18 line, but I am really struggling on which of these I will benefit from most. I think I want the m12 and will just hang onto the Craftsman corded for bigger jobs.
I’ve been doing some thinking with my circ saws, currently I have a crapsman professional it’s not a terribly bad saw, gets the job done. So something to consider I am going to pick up a skilsaw worm drive for when I need the power of a good heavy duty saw. With that I am going to carry a fuel 7 1/4 and pick up the M12 to have at my disposal as well.
Jimbo
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It’s not out in belgium yet unfortunatly so i haven’t been able to get my hands on it but it seems like an awesome saw i really would like to try out !
Just picked up the m12 fuel. Great little saw. Not a replacement for a corded circ saw, but way better at the little stuff. Crosscut a few 2x’s, cut out a subflooor, cut new subfloor and heat register whole. Great saw.
My complaint with my old circ saw has always been the chord gets hung up 3/4 of the way through a sheet of plywood. No chord, no problem.
I’m still a skeptic of the 12v saws. Glad to hear you like yours vault man!
Leaning toward the M18 but this has my interest peaked on the M12