wixy 20th November 2007, 05:54 PM I'm looking for a 184mm circular saw for around $200 (up to $300 if I can get something substantially better). I want something that is reliable and cuts straight.
Will be used for cutting ply sheets.
Does anyone have any suggestions?
Also, just a general question, what sort of blades should I buy for cutting plywood cleanly?
Bluegum 20th November 2007, 08:35 PM I own a Makita 184mm saw and I have no problems with it. They retail for between $170 and $200. Good value for money, I think the one I own is the 506B or something like that. It also came with a second blade in the box.
havenoideaatall 20th November 2007, 09:06 PM I own a Makita 184mm saw and I have no problems with it. They retail for between $170 and $200. Good value for money, I think the one I own is the 506B or something like that. It also came with a second blade in the box.
Seconded. I was in Total Tools in S Melbourne, and noticed there's actually a couple of models on sale - varying from 900w-1050w or more - around the 7in mark.
Pulse 20th November 2007, 09:08 PM I own a Blue Bosch GKS714?? (I think) is goes well
Pulse
DJ’s Timber 20th November 2007, 09:24 PM I own a Makita 184mm saw and I have no problems with it. They retail for between $170 and $200. Good value for money, I think the one I own is the 506B or something like that. It also came with a second blade in the box.
Thirded :2tsup:
rhancock 20th November 2007, 11:16 PM Just bought a Dewalt, used it this week putting down a deck and its a dream compared to the ryobi I had before. I got it bargain price at $320 by abusing bunnies 10% better price guarantee, but its around for about $350.
Pusser 20th November 2007, 11:40 PM I own a Makita 184mm saw and I have no problems with it. They retail for between $170 and $200. Good value for money, I think the one I own is the 506B or something like that. It also came with a second blade in the box.
fourthed:2tsup:
wixy 24th November 2007, 05:21 PM I ended up getting the Makita 5007MGK.
$269 and the shop swapped out the 24 tooth blade for a 40 tooth blade for me. In the shop it seemed to be of higher quality construction than the $200 makita, so for only $70 extra I took the plunge.
Also comes in a nice plastic carry case.
I've just been ripping some marine ply sheets and first impression is that it's fantastic! Rips through the ply with ease with 1800w of power, and cuts very cleanly. There is almost no fraying of the edges at all.
Highly recommended!
topari 21st March 2008, 01:56 PM Just bought a Dewalt, used it this week putting down a deck and its a dream compared to the ryobi I had before. I got it bargain price at $320 by abusing bunnies 10% better price guarantee, but its around for about $350.
which dewalt model did you buy ?
redcharger 21st March 2008, 02:00 PM Originally Posted by Bluegum http://image-mirror.cyanide.com.au/woodworkforums/images/buttons/viewpost.gif (http://www.woodworkforums.ubeaut.com.au/showthread.php?p=629324#post629324)
I own a Makita 184mm saw and I have no problems with it. They retail for between $170 and $200. Good value for money, I think the one I own is the 506B or something like that. It also came with a second blade in the box.
Fifthed! these are a great light easy to use saw :) mine came with a second plade too!
BozInOz 21st March 2008, 02:26 PM I recently picked up the makita 5007mk (i'll have to check the exact number). researced it on the net and then got it ordered in. It was around 230 from memory but i thought it had enough extra features to justify the increased cost over makita's basic model.
pros - depth adjustment (good for ply etc), big motor - cut blackwood and ardwood railway sleepers without much problems. retro design. good case. head light.
cons - the only big problem is that i can't attach dust extraction, it doens't have a laser guide and may be an advantage.
overall, i'm happy, I'd buy it again.
rhancock 21st March 2008, 03:56 PM I don't know the model, but I will check and post. Its a 9 inch. I love it. Its certainly not light, but it is very well balanced, and doesnt require much forward pressure on the cut, so is much easier on my back than the less powerful Ryobi.
orraloon 26th March 2008, 03:14 PM I have had a 184mm Makita for over 20 years and still going strong. I have cut all sorts of stuff over and above general woodwork. Old sleepers for firewood. Put a disc in it and cut brick pavers also. I replaced the shaft bearing about 3 years ago and that cost about $10 from a bearing supplier. I will be intrested to see just how long it does continue. The general opinion is you can't kill one with a stick.
Regards
John
petersemple 26th March 2008, 03:21 PM I own a Blue Bosch GKS714?? (I think) is goes well
Pulse
Seconded on the Bosch GKS. I've always liked mine
Peter
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