Makita 5277NB 15 amp 7-1/4-inch Hypoid Saw

by Makita

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Ideal for framers, homebuilders, masons, and contractors, this Makita Hypoid Saw delivers more power with greater surface contact. Its high quality, heat-treated hypoid steel gears require less maintenance and last much longer than traditional bronze-alloy worm drive gears. Makita designed the oil bath feature on this saw with a built-in fan and sealed gear housing to ensure 100-percent oil surface coating. A left blade design lets you see what you’re cutting for precision work. This Makita features a powerful 15-amp motor, and weighs only 15 lbs... Ideal for truss and rafter cutouts, this hypoid has a 0 degrees - 50 degrees bevel cutting capacity. Its ergonomically designed, rubberized grip improves control while minimizing operator fatigue. Maintenance is a snap with externally accessible brushes for easy replacement and longer tool life. A thick chemically treated gauge base plate means no more rust and warping. Your purchase includes a premium 7-1/4-inch, 24-tooth carbide-tipped BlueMaks II blade for faster, smoother cutting of pressure treated lumber.

FEATURES

• Efficient hypoid gears deliver more power with greater surface contact than worm drive gears
• High quality, heat-treated hypoid steel gears do not prematurely wear like traditional bronze-alloy worm drive gears
• Oil Bath Technology is created with a built-in fan and sealed gear housing to ensure 100% oil surface coating
• Blade-left design improves visibility and provides a clear view of the cut line for accuracy
• Powerful 15 amp motor; weighs only 15 lbs.
• Maintenance free hypoid gearing system lasts longer than traditional worm drive gears
• 0° - 50° bevel cutting capacity is ideal for truss and rafter cut-outs
• Ergonomically designed rubberized grip improves control while minimizing operator fatigue
• Externally accessible brushes for easy replacement and longer tool life
• Thick gauge base plate is chemically treated to resist rust and warping
• Ideal for Framers, Home Builders, Masons, and Contractors
• Includes premium 7-1/4" x 24T Carbide-Tipped BlueMaks™ II blade for faster, smoother cutting in pressure treated lumber

What's in the Box

• 7-1/4" x 24T Carbide-Tipped BlueMaks™ II Blade (A-90940)
• Offset Wrench (782016-4)

SPECIFICATIONS

• Blade Diameter: 7-1/4"
• Arbor: 5/8"
• Max. Cutting Capacities: at 90° 2-3/8"; at 45° 1-3/4"; at 50° 1-9/16"
• No Load Speed: 4,300 rpm
• Watts Out: 2,100
• Amps: (115V) 15.0
• Net Weight: 15.0 lbs.
• Shipping Weight: 17.8 lbs.

Product Description

Advanced hypoid gearing system. Powerful 15 amp motor. Maintenance free oil-bath technology. Thick gauge base plate resists rust. 7-1/4" carbide tipped BlueMaks blade.

Product Details

Product Manual [186kb PDF]

• Item Weight: 17.6 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 19.8 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B0000796AJ
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: 5277NB
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #79,105 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #98 in Home Improvement > Power & Hand Tools > Power Tools > Saws > Circular Saws
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

22 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Lighter weight, long lasting, high power, safer, circular saw, August 28, 2005

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Victor H. Agresti "remodeling-guy" (Gaithersburg, MD United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Makita 5277NB 15 amp 7-1/4-inch Hypoid Saw (Tools & Home Improvement)

Makita 5277NB Hypoid Saw

I've use my Hypoid saw for years, to build decks, additions, finish basements, etc. In all that use, the only maintenance performed was to use an air gun to blow it clean at the end of each day. It's never needed any parts except new blades. Have cut through just about every type of material one of these saws can be used for, and as long as the correct blade is mounted, it's a great saw, and easy to follow a cut-line. As with any circular saw, if you need a perfectly straight cut (e.g., trimming a door bottom), use a saw guide of some type. The saw has never lacked for power.

I find this type of saw safer than circular saws with the handle near the blade, because it's nearly impossible to have the tool torque out of your hand. This saw is designed for a right-handed person; i.e., with the blade on the left it's much easier (and safer) to see what you're doing, than with the blade on the right. I frequently use just my right hand for guiding the saw -- it's that easy to control. I bought a Hypoid saw because it's lighter than a worm drive saw. That was important to me at the time, as I was constructing a 2 x 8 roof truss system 2 stories up. You might want to personally compare the weight of this Makita to a worm drive model, in a local store, before deciding.

13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Great saw, a little on the fragile side, February 10, 2007

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Daniel Sato - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Makita 5277NB 15 amp 7-1/4-inch Hypoid Saw (Tools & Home Improvement)

I've had this saw for about a year now, and I have to say, it's a little on the fragile side. It definitely has the power to do just about anything, as a worm-drive or hypoid should. I work for a remodeling company, so it's usually got a $5 cheapo blade on it that's been thrashed around far beyond its useful lifespan, and I can still cut down the siding on a wall, nails and all, right down the stud (why I've done this, is another story). It's easy to control, and cuts straight, once you get used to the kick - it's important to note that worm-drive saws kick sideways, if you've never used one. The blade on the left makes it really easy to see what you're doing. I cut a cord and had to replace it, and when I took it apart, I noticed that the internal clamp that holds the cord is one of the beefiest things I've ever seen; I have no problem using it to support the saw's weight to lower or raise it from a roof.

However, it isn't quite as rugged as some similar saws out there. While the shoe has remained straight, it has on a couple occasions developed little jagged spots that have damaged finish-grade material (yes, I do use this as my finish saw). The lever to retract the blade guard (a cheap piece of plastic) broke off when it fell off a sawhorse once; it's not much of an issue for me, because I keep the guard wedged up (which I highly recommend NOT doing, unless you're a professional who's okay with taking that risk). The bevel adjustment has also drifted out of square on a couple occasions, probably from being banged around in the back of my truck, dropped, etc., and the lever on the depth adjustment seems to need to be removed and bent back into shape once a month or so to keep it from snagging on the rail.

All in all, I feel like I got my money's worth from this saw, and it's paid for itself more times over than I can even guess, but my next saw is probably going to be a Mag 77 (more rugged) or a left-blade sidewinder (lighter).

12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars perfect saw for framers, December 12, 2002

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S. nettis "gaframer1" (atlanta ga united states) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Makita 5277NB 15 amp 7-1/4-inch Hypoid Saw (Tools & Home Improvement)

Being from the east coast ive used mostly right handed box saws.. However this saw is definitely worth its salt. Once i got used to the blade being on the wrong side (which i later found an advantage when cutting plywood) i really liked it. It is lighter than some of the other worm drives ive used and is almost impossible to bog down ripping large stock. Another good feature is that i dont have to ever worry about checking the oil level as with conventional wormys.