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02/05/2005 10:46 AM

circular saw - Hitachi C7SB2 - any comments

After inspecting the $200-and-under table saws, I've decided to get
sawhorses, clamps and a circular saw. I'm looking for a corded 7-1/4"
circular saw to cut: dimensional pine (up to 2x4, 1x12), plywood and
MDF. Currently for cutting I'm limited to a jigsaw and handtools
(backsaw, hacksaw) - so this will become primary saw.

Do any of you have experience with the Hitachi C7SB2? Your thoughts?

How important is having an "electric brake"?

What should I consider?

Beyond the included blade, what saw blades are useful to have of
"general woodworking"?

thanks,
Sathyan