Manufacturer: Black & Decker
Model: CS1030L
Rating: 
(6 reviews)
| List Price: Offer Price: $49.99 |
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Features:
- 7-1/4-inch circular saw with onboard laser
- Laser marks cut line; 13 amp motor; 45-degree bevel capacity; 5000 rpm
- Capacity at 90-degree cut: 2-3/8 inches; capacity at 45-degree cut 1-13/16 inches
- Includes 18-tooth blade, wrench; calibrated depth adjustment
- Ergonomic front- and rear-assist handle design for optimal control; 2-year warranty
Amazon.com Review
Trying to follow that pencil mark as you cut long stock with a circular saw can be tricky. The mark might blend with the stock if it’s painted, making it difficult to see. And certainly, there’s sawdust to contend with when it comes to keeping an eye on the cut line. Anyone experiencing these troubles will appreciate the laser guide on this 7-1/4-inch circular saw from Black & Decker. The saw’s on-board laser extends a bright, visible line across the work surface, offering a perfectly straight and highly visible cut line that’s easy to follow. The saw is powered by a beefy, 13 amp motor that spins the blade at 5,000 rpm’s, providing plenty of speed and torque for cross cuts and rips through all types of wood. The saw cuts smoothly through material up to 2-3/8 inches (the tool’s capacity at 90 degrees). With an angled cut of 45 degrees, the saw cuts stock up to 1-13/16 inches thick. Bevel adjustments from 0 to 45 offer accurate angled cuts. And, a calibrated depth-adjustment fine-tunes quickly and locks solidly for cuts through materials of varying thicknesses. Best of all, ergonomically designed front- and rear-assist handles with soft grips mean comfort and control on extended jobs and help stabilize the saw for tricky vertical cuts. The purchase is covered by a two-year manufacturer warranty. –Brian D. Olson
What’s in the Box
18-tooth carbide blade, 6-foot cord, and blade wrench.
Product Description
7-1/4″, Circular Saw, 13A Motor, Built In Laser Sight Line, Soft Grip Handles, Front Bail Handle, Calibrated Depth Of Cut & 0-45 Degree Bevel Scale For Accuracy, Includes: 18T Carbide Blade & Blade Wrench, 2 Year Warranty.
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5 Comments
I used this Black & Decker circular saw for four days. I used it to cut 2×4 pieces of wood to frame out a wall. On the fourth day when I was almost finished, the head of the bolt that holds the blade in place fell off. At first I thought it had gotten loose and fell off. When I picked it up I realized that it had actually broken off, the other half was still in the saw. Of course the saw was useless at this point. Luckily I only had a few more pieces of wood to cut, by hand. Bottom line is I will not be buying a Black & Decker product again.
OK, if you are a serious user, then you shouldn’t be looking at Black and Decker to begin with. But, if you are like most of us weekend warriors, then this saw fits the bill nicely. There are a lot of nice features like a front and rear handle. You can raise the blade guard during use without putting you fingers as near the blade as the older models, as well as many new ones. I still have all 10 fingers. It is quick and easy to change depth and angles. Once use to the laser guide, you’ll always want one. It made a long project this summer much for enjoyable after bucking my older, better saw for 30 years. Under heavier use, I gave it some breathers, as it isn’t an upper end saw, but for the money and features, it is hard to beat.
After waiting until it was almost Christmas for my husband to tell me what he wanted, he finally blurted out that he wished he had a circular saw. I found a great deal from target.com through Amazon.com. And the package arrived 2 days earlier than expected. My hubby was very surprised and excited!
Have only used it a few times.
A powerful saw and the laser helps to make a good cut
As another reviewer mentioned…this likely isn’t going to be found on many construction sites being used day in and day out, but for the handyman, weekend warrior, or occasional craftsmen, this is a great product. I was compelled to purchase after the “cut center” at one of the big box stores left my custom closet shelf eaten up due to a badly dulled blade…30 minutes later, with this saw I was making beautiful clean cuts guided by the laser. For the $50 this saw will set you back you will have a reliable, safe, nice cutting product.