Need help choosing a circular saw...

[Stuart Gardner]

The saws that are on the top of my list are the Makita 5007MGA (and maybe it’s cousin the 5008MGA), the Bosch 1677M, and the Milwaukee 6394-21.

Also, will a 7 ¼” saw do ok, or should I go with a larger model (like the Milwaukee)?

I own the Milwaukee, which is a 7 1/4 inch saw. And I love it. The smoothness of the plate is a real plus for not scratching fine sheet goods while cutting. But none of these saw will even come close to replacing a table saw. To do that, you probably have to go to a Dewalt Tracksaw DWS520CKor Festool Guide Saw System. Both of which will set you back quite a bit. I'd love to get a Festool. They look really great.

[Noah Bledstein]

I have a very old Skill worm drive for heavy work and the Porter Cable Saw Boss with a 6" blade for sheet goods and lighter work. With a 50" blade guide the Saw Boss is perfect for sizing sheet goods.