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Makita 5007FK 15 Amp 7-1/4-Inch Circular Saw with LED Light

Makita 5007FK 15 Amp 7-1/4-Inch Circular Saw with LED Light

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Brand: Makita
Category: Home Improvement

List Price: $220.00
Buy New: $109.95
You Save: $110.05 (50%)



New (19) Refurbished (3) from $79.00

Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars 16 reviews

Media: Tools & Hardware
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Fragile: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 4.4
Dimensions (in): 15 x 11.3 x 10.4

MPN: 5007FK
Model: 5007FK
UPC: 088381040198
EAN: 0088381040198
ASIN: B00005Q7CJ

Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Shipping: Expedited shipping available
Condition: Brand New Sealed In Box . Will not ship to Alaska, Hawaii, P.O. boxes, and APO/FPO addresses.

Features:
  • 7-1/4-inch 15 Amp circular saw with LED light delivers no-load speed of 5,800 RPM
  • On board LED light illuminates the line of cut; operates independently from trigger
  • Ball bearing construction; heavy-gauge aluminum wraparound base; flat motor housing for increased stability
  • Includes carbide-tipped blade, wrench, rip fence, and plastic tool case
  • 1-year limited warranty

Accessories:

  • Makita A-93625-10 Mforce 7-1/4-Inch 24 Tooth ATB Pressure Treated Lumber Cutting Saw Blade with 5/8-Inch and Diamond Knockout Arbor, 10 Pack
  • Forrest WW07Q307100 Woodworker II 7-1/4" 30 Tooth 5/8" Arbor 3/32" Kerf Circular Saw Blade
  • Makita 164818-4 Rip Fence for Circular Saws
  • Makita 164095-8 Rip Fence for Circular Saws
  • Makita A-90451 7-1/4-Inch 28 Tooth PCD General Purpose Fiber Cement Cutting Saw Blade with 5/8-Inch and Diamond Knockout Arbor

Editorial Reviews:

Product Description
7-1/4" Circular Saw With LED Light, On Board LED LightIlluminates The Line Of Cut, Well Balanced Design For Superior Handling & Performance, LEDLigh t Switch Operates Independently From The Trigger, FlatMotor Housing Design Increases Stability When Changing Blades, Powerful 15A Motor Delivers High Power To Weight Ratio, AC/DC For Use With Alternative Power Sources, Includes Carbide Tipped Blade, Wrench, Rip Fence, Plastic Tool Case.

Amazon.com Review
A well balanced design ensures superior handling and performance from this 7-14-inch circular saw from Makita. The saw is equipped with a bright, LED light that illuminates the cut line for straighter cuts. The light switch operates independently from the trigger so you're sure of the cut before you start. The tool's flat motor housing increases blade stability. And, the unit's powerful 15 amp motor and light weight mean faster cutting and less fatigue—the way a good saw should be.

Makita equipped this circular saw with both AC/DC capabilities for use with alternative power sources. A heavy gauge aluminum wraparound base ensures optimal durability for straight cuts even after years of jobsite abuse. Ball bearing construction ensures a longer tool life. The tool bevel cuts from 0 to 45 degrees with a 1-3/4-inch maximum cutting capacity at 45 degrees and a maximum cutting capacity of 2-3/8 inches at 90 degrees. The shaft lock is conveniently located for easy blade replacement. And, a technologically advanced centrifugal fan and baffle mean efficient cooling of the motor and better performance. The purchase includes rip fence and premium carbide-tipped blue-coated MForce blade for faster, smoother cutting in pressure treated lumber. --Brian D. Olson

What's in the Box
Saw, wrench, fence, 7-1/4 x 24T carbide-tip blade, wrench, plastic tool case.


Customer Reviews:   Read 11 more reviews...

5 out of 5 stars A good clean cut   July 20, 2008
Josh T. Risler (Menomonie, WI United States)
I've had this saw a month or so now and I am impressed with it. It cuts great and the blade they send with it is very good. I'm remodeling our house doing pretty heavy construction and this saw has taken all I've thrown at it. I wish the front grip had some rubber on it for better hand hold but I'm adjusting.


5 out of 5 stars Great saw   June 25, 2008
al (petersburg va)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful

As a professional carpenter I have used and owned almost every saw out there. I never have cared too much for a brake on a 7 1/4 saw. This is a really tough saw that can handle contractor daily use. However from my experience the Milwaukee tilk lok lasts quite a bit longer before there are issues. The Makita seems to lose the trigger switch unexpectedly after a few hundred hours of use, then the blade guard gets weak and sticks next, Cleaning it good helps delay this.... But you should always have a second saw if you are a pro anyway and what I mention is under all day every day use. They will last plenty long trust me.
When I used to work for someone hourly before I started my own trim carpentry business I had a few jobs over the years and everyone I worked for or with had one of these.
I would reccomend it to anyone who has experience with a circular saw. It is a bit on the powerful side for someone with no experience in my opinion. The saw is powerful enough to produce a strong kickback.
Highly reccomended.




5 out of 5 stars Great Tool   June 9, 2008
CC (Erie, Pa)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful

I have several Makita tools I use in my work and none have disappointed me; this circular saw is no exception. And I like the carrying case too.
Highly recommended ... go for it !!



5 out of 5 stars YEARS of abuse   May 16, 2008
willPS (MD US)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful

This thing has passed the test. Mine is old enough that it doesn't have the light, but runs like it's brand new. The action is smooth and crisp. The ergonomics are perfectly figured out. The one (small) issue with it is that when you set it to 45 and then back to 90, there's the possibility that it goes a bit beyond the y-axis, so maybe 95 degrees. I just eyeball it flat, and done. I use my saw all the time and it's built lots of things. It's got the right weight and balance. My buddy got the newer magnesium model (which I wouldn't expect from him, he likes the classics) but he loves it, and I love mine. A bit more dangerous because it doesn't have the electric brake, but I like it free spinning, it just takes a bit more awareness. All in all, probably the only saw I'll ever own. I recommend the Freud Diablo blades, or the Makita black blades, whatever they're called. My Diablo blade has been through a lot, including some small nails, and is still satisfactory for finish work. I'm getting the black blade next because I remember it being really good.


5 out of 5 stars MAKITA SAW   March 15, 2008
Roy Mc Kinney (USA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful

GREAT PRICE AND A GREAT SAW....AS USUAL GOOD SERVICE FROM AMAZON. COM

Roy


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