Circular Saw / Skill Saw
Home Depot item: RIDGID 15 Amp 7-1/4 in. Circular Saw (Model R32051, Internet #300659898)
About $119.00 at Home Depot
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Why it's on the list
This tool is essential and will be used frequently. I do not recommend starting without it. For your corded circular saw, purchasing used is just fine.
From Home Depot
RIDGID introduces the 15 Amp 7-1/4 in. Circular Saw. This RIDGID 7-1/4 in. Circular Saw is great for tough, heavy-use jobs. With free registration, this tool is covered for life. Free parts. Free service. For LIFE. Included with the 15 Amp 7-1/4 in. Heavy-Duty Circular Saw are a 24-Tooth carbide tipped blade, blade wrench, and operator's manual.
- Professional performance from a 15 Amp Motor with 5,800 RPM's
- Includes a circular saw, blade, and Hex key
- Free parts and service for life with registration
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Portable power saw for straight cuts in lumber and sheet goods. Common uses include cutting plywood, framing lumber, and deck boards. Specialized uses: ripping boards to width, cutting rigid foam insulation, and making plunge cuts for outlet boxes.