This skill saw is a great addition to DeWalts 20V Max line of tools.
My first reaction after using this skill saw for a while, was just WOW, this thing is Amazing!!!
The motor they use is smooth as silk, and powerful.
I was hoping to wait till DeWalt incorporated there brushless motor into this skill saw.
But I needed it, so I bought it. Man am I happy I did, I really LOVE this skill saw!
This is a superb saw!
It has all of the features and power of a Top Quality corded skill saw, and it's light weight, with the 4Ah & 5Ah batteries, it does the work of a heavy duty skill saw.
I've been in construction since 1980, and have used most all light and heavy duty power tools. This Skill Saw ranks among the best I've used, in cordless saws.
Just remember your blade choice is the most important factor in how effective this saw will perform. Please see my blade recommendation below.
Others have commented on it's longevity with there batteries (1.5Ah & 2Ah batteries), regarding they drain fast. The smaller DeWalt batteries are going to drain faster. This skill saw is powerful, and puts a heavy load on the batteries. With this saw, you need the High Capacity 4Ah &5Ah batteries (model 204 &205). This saw will work with any and all of DeWalts 20V Max batteries, but the lower capacity batteries aren't recommended.
I only use DeWalts 4.0Ah and 5.0Ah batteries, and with those, I can use this skill saw all day long, with 1 battery lasting most of the day, and usually all of the day.
Features:
-This skill saw has a blade break, which is a very nice feature in any skill saw. As soon as you release the trigger, the break engages, and stops the blade from spinning within seconds.
-This skill saw also directs the cut material away from the user, and away from your line of sight.
-This skill saw has the ability to cut from a directly perpendicular (90 degrees), and also can cut up to a 50 degree angle.
-This is a nice light weight skill saw, and that greatly cuts the fatigue you would feel from using a traditional skill saw, all day long.
-This skill saw allows for a direct line of sight to the blade and working surface. This is much like the design of a worm drive saw (a Roofers Saw), the design of most all other skill saws have the motor and the blade on opposite sides, so the skill saw operator would need to look over the top of the saw, to see his work surface. This is Not the case with this DeWalt Skill Saw!
-The front and the main handle has a rubber over mold, and this gives the operator a great and comfortable grip on the skill saw. This makes it safer, and easier to control.
Blade choice is important!
-This skill saw uses a standard 5/8ths inch arbor, which gives the owner a wide selection of blade choices.
There is a LOT of new blades out today that use think kerf cuts. This means the width of the cut is very thin, usually about 1/16th of an inch thick. Just know that these are basically cheap, and throw away blades.
You also need to know, the thinner the tooth, the faster it will dull.
-Please see Blade recommendation below-
This blade here: Vermont American 6-1/2-Inch 40T Smooth Cut Carbide Teeth Circular Saw Blade, is one of the best blades you can buy for this saw. It's an extremely high quality blade, and the same blades that I use professionally, every day. It can be resharpened many times before needing replacement. It's very sharp, and uses very high quality carbide teeth.
I Very Highly recommend this saw blade!
To end, this DeWalt skill saw is a Professional Quality skill saw, and will last you for many many years.
Everything about this skill saw is very high quality, and built very well.
Very Highly Recommended!!!
| Part Number | DCS391B |
|---|---|
| Item Weight | 7.1 pounds |
| Product Dimensions | 8.5 x 15.5 x 10.5 inches |
| California residents | Click here for Proposition 65 warning |
| Item model number | DCS391B |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium ion batteries required. |
| Color | Yellow |
| Style | Circular saw |
| Power Source | Battery-Powered |
| Voltage | 20 volts |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Number Of Pieces | 1 |
| Head Style | Flat |
| Number of Handles | 2 |
| Handle Material | Rubber Overmolded |
| Speed | 5250 RPM |
| Measurement System | Metric |
| Accessory Connection Type | 5/8" Arbor |
| Certification | (unset) |
| Included Components | 20v 6-1/2" circular saw |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | Yes |
| Warranty Description | 3 Year Limited Warranty |
