I framed for years and the Mag 77 was the staple. Rugged and powerful. That is what matters. I use circular saws in finish carpentry also and I would like something more accurate, but for framing, that just isn't necessary. Take a look at the Makita 5337MG. I would say it is the best circular saw out there right now. A flat plate and nice adjustment levers. For framing it would still take the Mag 77 because the plate is steel and will bend when dropped. The Makita plate will snap. Like I said, for framing, durability and power come first, then weight, then accuracy. And this is coming from someone who frames with tighter tolerances than most. I am accurate to 1/16" when framing while most only care about an 1/8".