Bosch 1658B-01 7-1/4-Inch Pivot Foot Circular Saw with Carry Bag

by Bosch

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

7-1/4-inch, 13 amp pivot foot circular saw with 45-degree bevel for angle cuts. Precision cut helical gears. Heavy-duty ball bearing construction and high strength, lightweight aluminum footplate. Conveniently located depth lever. Blade wrench stores in top of handle. Spindle lock for fast blade changes. Includes saw, carry bag, 18-tooth carbide blade, and blade wrench.

Product Details

Product Manual [406kb PDF]

• Shipping Weight: 13.5 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B00005RHPL
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: 1658B-01
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #395,916 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Value Saw, October 7, 2002

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Western Cali Man (San Francisco, California) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Bosch 1658B-01 7-1/4-Inch Pivot Foot Circular Saw with Carry Bag (Tools & Home Improvement)

This saw is at a great price/performance point. Ball and roller bearings mean long life, no slop after years of use and smooth operation. It is not too heavy, well balanced, easy to hold and a real pleasure to use. The included carbide blade cuts like a hot knife through butter on plywood and 2x6 deck materials. Handy carry bag inlcuded and the lock-nut wrench stores firmly in the handle so that you'll never loose it. Overall, a great buy.

16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An outstanding product, December 30, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: Bosch 1658B-01 7-1/4-Inch Pivot Foot Circular Saw with Carry Bag (Tools & Home Improvement)

Between this bosch and the Makita's , which I looked at, the Bosch was the best in terms of build qaulity and overall stability. Makita makes very many good products. I have 2 sanders and a 12" miter saw and they are extremely reliable and dependable. However, I've begun to buy several Bosch products, most of which are very impressive, including this circular saw. It just feels as if it will last a long time and can be counted on for performing everytime time it is needed. The only other circular saw which I considered was the Metabo's, but since the price is prohibitive, I went with the Bosch. The Bosch is a bit heavier than the Makita and feels as if it is riding on rails when gliding though the workpiece. Very stable. An excellent saw that is comletely satisfying in every way.

21 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Best Saw You'll Ever Buy, July 8, 2003

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"ny_general-contractor" (Massapequa Park, NY United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Bosch 1658B-01 7-1/4-Inch Pivot Foot Circular Saw with Carry Bag (Tools & Home Improvement)

I'm a framer and general contractor in New York. I bought this saw initially because of the Bosch name (any "real" tradesman knows about Bosch). For the money you'll spend for this saw...you cant beat the damn thing. Mine has been dropped off of a roof while cutting fascia...I'd say about 24 ft. Still Going!!! I also find that it works best with 24 tooth Freud Diablo framing/decking blades. Congrats if you buy one...you wont regret it.