Hitachi C7BMR 7-1/4 15 AMP Circular Saw with Brake and IDI Technology
Ranking: 8.8 out of 10
Manufacturer: Hitachi
Model Number: C7BMR
Product Code: 717709012288
Price: $139.99 -- get the latest pricing from Amazon
Features:
- 7-1/4 inch pro-grade circular saw featuring IDI (Internal Double Insulation) technology for added durability; powerful 15 amp motor to conquer the toughest cutting jobs
- Electric brake prevents unintended cuts; soft grip handles offer comfort and control; 0-55 degree adjustable bevel capacity for versatility
- Magnesium housing, gear cover, blade cover and lower guard for increased strength and durability; heavy duty aluminum base with scale reduces damage to work surface
- Includes 24 tooth premium framing blade with unique hollow ground tooth design for fast, high performance cuts
- 5-year warranty
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Description:
Hitachi Pro grade circular saw. Heavy duty 15A motor produces a no load speed of 5800 RPM for greater cutting efficiency through tough materials. Patented Internal Double Insulation (IDI) technology enables the aluminum housing to be intertwined with an iGet more product details from Amazon
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Durable
Rating: 4 out of 5
Weight: 3.0 out of 10
Created: Sep 14, 2008
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I use this saw for light commercial use and I really like the magnesium plate. It is more durable than the aluminum plate model. It's nice to have a general duty saw with a blade brake too. I have used several Hitachi saws and found them all to be well worth the money. This one is definitely better than the one they sell at Lowe's though. Only down side is that it doesn't come with a case.
Great SAW!!!!
Rating: 5 out of 5
Weight: 3.0 out of 10
Created: Dec 25, 2008
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GREAT SAW. 3 second Electric Brake. Nice even feel. Very rugged and quiet compared to some other CS's
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Depth adjustment not smooth
Rating: 4 out of 5
Weight: 3.0 out of 10
Created: Sep 12, 2008
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The depth adjustment is not smooth. Dust gets trapped very easily and makes the depth adjustment difficult. Otherwise it is a good saw.
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Great saw
Rating: 5 out of 5
Weight: 3.0 out of 10
Created: Jul 6, 2008
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I can't find anything I don't like about this saw. Good power, nice feel, easy to change blades. I couldn't find any other saw that performs this well in this price range and has an electric brake. Overall a great saw.
My Heavy Duty saw
Rating: 5 out of 5
Weight: 3.0 out of 10
Created: Mar 5, 2008
Pros: Great build quality, relatively light weight
Cons: LOUD, but most 15A saws are...
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First of all, reviewing a tool on the basis of Amazon sending out a "used" saw is somewhat irrelevant to the quality of the saw itself. I've ordered a lot of stuff from Amazon, and unless it makes specific mention of being used or refurbished, it's new.
This seems to be a very high quality tool. I bought the saw recently, so I haven't really had a chance to use it, other than playing with it so far... I'm impressed with the fit and finish of the saw. 15A is beastly compared to the 10.5 amps on the Makita 5740 I've been using. I bought this saw to tackle heavier duty jobs that the Makita isn't really designed for, but I have a feeling that this may end up seeing substantially more use than planned.
This seems to be a very high quality tool. I bought the saw recently, so I haven't really had a chance to use it, other than playing with it so far... I'm impressed with the fit and finish of the saw. 15A is beastly compared to the 10.5 amps on the Makita 5740 I've been using. I bought this saw to tackle heavier duty jobs that the Makita isn't really designed for, but I have a feeling that this may end up seeing substantially more use than planned.
Difficult to rate....
Rating: 3 out of 5
Weight: 2.6 out of 10
Created: Dec 25, 2008
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I was very disappointed with Amazon on this one. The unit I received was clearly used. Worse, the shoe was slightly bent, and it seems that the motor was loose in the casing. The feel of the saw was also disappointing though. I chose this, and a Milwaukee 6390-21, and the Mil was clearly superior in feel. Unfortunately, I can't rate its (Hitachi) operation because I returned it and kept the Milwaukee.
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br /I tried not to mention this, but the mint green color was almost toy-like. The old industrial green that they used previously was much better.
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br /I tried not to mention this, but the mint green color was almost toy-like. The old industrial green that they used previously was much better.