Skil 5600-01 13 Amp 7-1/4-Inch Circular Saw Kit

by Skil

Product Description

Founded in 1924 as the Michel Electric Handsaw Company and renamed Skilsaw, Inc. in 1926, SKIL has become one of the most recognized and powerful brands in the power tool industry. From circular saws and jigsaws to sanders and drills, SKIL power tools are engineered to deliver the high-performance and durability that today's growing population of Do-It-Yourselfers demand. Every product of the growing line of SKIL tools is the result of extensive end-user research, consumer input, computer assisted design and rigorous testing, both in our laboratories and in the field. SKIL Power Tools are products of the Robert Bosch Tool Corporation.

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 12.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• 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: B0002YRJ5I
• Item model number: 5600-01
• Average Customer Review: 2.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #393,889 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)

Customer Reviews

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2.0 out of 5 stars Bad Saw Design, February 14, 2012

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E. L. Markert - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Skil 5600-01 13 Amp 7-1/4-Inch Circular Saw Kit (Tools & Home Improvement)

The saw runs fine, but I regret not returning the saw immediately after buying it. The unique design of the handle prevents you fron seeing the blade as you try to follow a line. You have to depend on the flimsey plastic quide to follow a line. I have not broken the plastic guide yet because I have been very careful to protect it, but it could break very easily. Changing the blade is a real chore. The clearances between the guard and sole plate make it extremely difficult to install a 7 1/4" blade. I actually have to warp the blade to get it inserted. Skil also did not include a rip fence with the saw. I had to purchase that separately. I thought that was rather chintzy since it is a necessry accessory and so inexpensive to provide.