Saws

jaydebruyne · Aug 7, 2016

What can you do with a circular saw that you can't with say, a jigsaw or reciprocator or multitool?

This isn't a trick question or weird joke lol

AMW · Aug 7, 2016

Cut work tops, wet wall panels plywood, chipboard any long cuts as the blade doesn't flex like a recip saw and you get a straight cut unlike if you were to use a jigsaw but use a jigsaw to cut a sink out for a worktop for example

jaydebruyne · Aug 7, 2016

AMW said:
Cut work tops, wet wall panels plywood, chipboard any long cuts as the blade doesn't flex like a recip saw and you get a straight cut unlike if you were to use a jigsaw but use a jigsaw to cut a sink out for a worktop for example

Ah okay. . Yeah I use a jigsaw for sinks and hobs etc.. was contemplating a purchase but ill not bother.. Cheers amw

Chalked · Aug 7, 2016

Control the depth and quick cut

Get the makita cordless body, if you have any batteries

jaydebruyne · Aug 7, 2016

Chalked said:
Control the depth and quick cut

Get the makita cordless body, if you have any batteries

I've recently treated myself to the makita cordless multitool and grinder and reciprocator (and just now the jig) lol

I think the fake makita batteries at half the price are pretty good too

Destroyer2813 · Aug 7, 2016

Circ saw for floorboards all day only use a multitool to cut boards in tight spots

Leo21 · Aug 7, 2016

Cut a tongue out in floor boards at constant depth quickly.

Phil · Aug 7, 2016

Got me a mini cordless circulars saw...perfect cuts and easier and quicker than a hulking great 240v, save that for worktops..

Phil · Aug 7, 2016

Far less likely to chop off your fingers with a mini saw as you can to an extent control the kickback.

REDSAW · Aug 7, 2016

jaydebruyne said:
What can you do with a circular saw that you can't with say, a jigsaw or reciprocator or multitool?

This isn't a trick question or weird joke lol

cutting metal & rebates in wood. flip and mount it for a table saw.

plumben · Aug 8, 2016

Phil said:
Far less likely to chop off your fingers with a mini saw as you can to an extent control the kickback.

A sharp blade, working machine and correct cut depth adjustment and proper use you shouldn't be able to cut yourself with a circular saw

tamz · Aug 9, 2016

I've used a snorter for 30odd years for everything including sometimes even cutting sinks or hobs out.
Fast straight vertical cuts to the exact depth everytime. You can get 1.6mm blades for the cordlesses. If you are using one to lift boards take the knife off. Never use a jig or recip for lifting boards.

I was working with a joiner last week (supplied by the customer) and he was supposed to be lifting boards for me to find a gas leak. He pulled out one of those multitools and as i've never used or seen one in action i was interested as i've heard a lot of people talking about them. I watched him lifting a board with it and after 2 minutes of listening to its buzzing i said (exact words) "Come on son, out the way and i'll do it. You're lifting boards not building ****in pianos"

newcastle phill · Aug 9, 2016

Slice ham fast

1Steven · Aug 9, 2016

Much quicker cuts at fixed depth. Just take up bit more room in your van.

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