Bmill25 Posted June 16, 2016 Report Share Posted June 16, 2016 So, I have to buy a circular saw in a few days and I was wondering if the 6 1/2 or 7 1/4 saw is the best or if they are the same? I dont really care which side the blade is on, but does one have more power? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrk_indle84 Posted June 16, 2016 Report Share Posted June 16, 2016 I can't say anything about the 6 1/2 but I've had the 7 1/4 since it came out and have had real good luck with it. It's done just as good as any corded saw I've ever used as far as power. Use it to rip down concrete forms and 2x10 or 12 all the time and unless the battery is getting low it zips right through. Sure the other one is probably just as good, main reason I got it was it has same size blade as every other saw so don't need to stock up on a different size for one tool. Sent from my SM-G900R4 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimboS1ice Posted June 17, 2016 Report Share Posted June 17, 2016 Love the 6 1/2", very powerful, light enough to swing around and can still cut 2x lumber. You only lose 3/4" which would only affect ply stacks. Blades aren't as available not plate the tooth counts as the 7 1/4". But I still went with the 6 and no complaint. Either route you need multiple passes for 4x4 Jimbo Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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JerryNY Posted June 17, 2016 Report Share Posted June 17, 2016 Honestly it's prob a wash unless you really have a preference for right or left blade or need the extra depth or cut at angles a lot where more depth always helps. That being said blade availability is nicer for a 7 1/4 and always will. Case in point: I was on the pro checkout line at HD yesterday and looked down and saw Diablo's new track tooth 7 1/4" blades on sale for 2 for $10 on a flyer. I looked 3 feet over and there was a box of the new ones right there. That won't really happen with 6 1/2 blades because you'll prob need to wait longer for new blades and they won't be the subject of sales like that as often because they aren't made in volume like the far more common 7 1/4. Not the end all be all but it's nice knowing you have the selection, price and availability always on your side... BTW- those new blades were cutting wet pressure treated lumber like butter ? 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Glassey Posted June 17, 2016 Report Share Posted June 17, 2016 I hear what you are saying Jerry, I love the blade diversely of the 71/4" blades but I love the size and weight of the 61/2". I do find myself grabbing the 71/4" all the time. And you can't beat @diablotools blades. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimboS1ice Posted June 17, 2016 Report Share Posted June 17, 2016 Makes me want a 7 1/4" fuel too, ridgid holds me over though, couldn't tell you the last time I used my corded craftsman pro saw lol Jimbo Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daniel Julian Posted June 17, 2016 Report Share Posted June 17, 2016 I have the 7 1/4 fuel and have really liked it. I didn't even thing about what side the blade is on, but now that I have it I realize it's opposite of what my old corded saw was, so it feels backwards. Even if I knew that from the start, I probably would still go 7 1/4 because of blade availability. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dano123 Posted June 17, 2016 Report Share Posted June 17, 2016 I have the M12 Fuel 5 3/8" saw and it works perfect for cutting 2x's. I do have an issue finding blades, but for all the more I will use it its fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffmcmillan Posted June 17, 2016 Report Share Posted June 17, 2016 Unless you're running through blades like crazy I don't think availability or cost should be a consideration compared to the blade side. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dwain Posted June 18, 2016 Report Share Posted June 18, 2016 15 hours ago, jeffmcmillan said: Unless you're running through blades like crazy I don't think availability or cost should be a consideration compared to the blade side. my thoughts exactly. FYI the motor housing size is identical, and I believe the motor is too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JerryNY Posted June 18, 2016 Report Share Posted June 18, 2016 What's the weight difference between the two? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffmcmillan Posted June 19, 2016 Report Share Posted June 19, 2016 9 hours ago, JerryNY said: What's the weight difference between the two? 7.5lbs vs 8lbs so there's a pretty minimal difference. It makes sense when you think about it only being a 3/4" difference in blade size. They're almost mirror images of each other. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KnarlyCarl Posted June 19, 2016 Report Share Posted June 19, 2016 What's the weight difference between the two? About 3/4" ? 8.99 lbs for 7-1/4" 6.8 lbs for 6-1/2" Sent from my XT1585 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joemontague Posted June 19, 2016 Report Share Posted June 19, 2016 I was having the same problem deciding so I got both!!!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bmill25 Posted June 19, 2016 Author Report Share Posted June 19, 2016 I ended up getting the 7 1/4 inch saw. I made a few rest cuts on a piece of hardwood and it cut beautifully. My decision to get the larger version was easy. It was the only one the had in stock. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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