Customer Reviews

Skil HD5825 12 Amp 6-1/2-Inch Worm Drive Saw

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As a builder for 40 years I've used all of the saws out there: 16 inch beam saws, worm drives, sidewinders even chain saws. The 6 1/2 inch Skil is quicker and more comfortable to use for the proper work load. I've used it for interior finish work, paneling and exterior finish work, siding, fascia. The smaller Skil is more responsive and easier to handle. If you have to raise and lower a saw one hundred plus times a day you soon appreciate this saw.

I didn't even know this saw existed, until recently. Now, its my favorite circular saw. I seldom pull out my trusty old model 77 (the 7 1/4" model). Still kinda heavy, but 2 1/2 pounds lighter is enough difference that you can definitely feel it. Same great torque, and same great fit and finish. Can still cut a 2x4 at 45 degree bevel.

Blades are a little hard to find. Like the professional review said, make sure you get diamond arbor blades. I've been using the Freud Diablo D0624X 6-1/2" x 24-Tooth, with great results. Gotta order them online, 'tho, no one local here carries them.

I bought this saw 2 years ago for fence and deck work. Out of all the saws I own or have ever used this one is probably my favorite and I always find myself pulling it out of the toolbox first. I prefer using 6.5" saws because of their compact stability and speed. Like most people I didn't know this saw existed until looking around here on Amazon. Also the blade guard on this saw works great... unlike the 77 old models. If you are just cuting 2x material this saw is great.

I didn't check the stats too closely on this tool when I ordered it. What I wanted was a worm drive saw that was a bit lighter than the 7-1/4 version. I'm a lefty, and in order to use these saws correctly in a drop cut, I have to hold the saw in my right (somewhat weaker)hand. What I got with the 6-1/2" version is less cutting depth and exactly the same weight! No other difference! Would somebody please tell me why anybody would buy this saw? Oh, and to top it off, 6-1/2" blades are hard to find and more limited in selection. Wonderful, next time I'll read the fine print.