Went out to get myself a new circular saw for my Christmas gift today. Consumer Reports listed the Milwaukee 6390-21 as their top pick, but all I could find at my local Home Depot was the 6391-21. Anyone know if there are any significant differences between the 6390 and the 6391? Thanks.
-Fleemo
One has the blade on the right, the other has the blade on the left. I forget which is which. Personally, I would avoid any saw that doesn't have an electric brake.
Hey Al, is a saw with the blade on the right for right-handed folks, left side for south paws?
How do you know whether the saw has an electric brake? Is it something they'll promote on the outside of the box?
-Fleemo
Personal preference.
Yes. You can also check Milwaukee's web page.
Personal preference.
Yes. You can also check Milwaukee's web page.
Yes. A right handed saw is for a right handed person. If you can see the blade when you are sawing, you are likely to get a lot of saw dust in your face.
Hey Al, I took your advice and ordered the Milwaukee 6394-21 instead of the 6390-21. They appear to be the same saw with the addition of the electric brake. And thanks for your input, Leon.
Happy new year!
-Fleemo
Although a big fan of Milwaukee tools, I prefer the Skilsaw Mag 77. I've used both many times and the Skil (or the Bosch equivalent) is hands down a better saw for general construction projects.
It's seems that the East coast framers use sidewinders and the West coast guys prefer the wormdrive. I don't know why by I'll stick with the worm.
Dave
But for woodworking, I'm not sure a wormdrive saw is the best choice. The slower blade speed seems to produce a rougher edge. At least that's been my experience.
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