Buying Milwaukee 6394-21 15 Amp 7-1/4-Inch Circular Saw

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Milwaukee 6394-21 15 Amp 7-1/4-Inch Circular Saw Product Description:



  • This 7-1/4-inch circular saw features a powerful 15-amp, 5,800 rpm motor with spindle lock and quick-lock cord for quick field replacement
  • The locking, tilting main handle adjusts for comfort and the brake stop is power-assisted
  • Has aircraft aluminum shoe and soft-grip handle
  • Saw includes blade, wrench, and case
  • 13-3/4-inches; 10.6-pounds; 5-year warranty

Product Description

Milwaukee's circular saw features a patented adjustable main handle that provides users with maximum control and comfort. The handle position can be moved for the best ergonomic grip. Both front and rear handles have cushioned grips. The blade diameter is 7 1/4 inches, and it has 15 amps and a 50 degree bevel capacity. It has a right-side blade location, an electric brake, and a wrench and a case included.

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63 of 68 people found the following review helpful.
4Very good saw: could use a slight improvement in the base
By C. Wennet
Overall I am very happy with this saw. I bought it to replace a $50 Skil that I purchased years ago. The Skil still worked fairly well and survived some good abuse, but wasn't a real powerhouse. I've used this Milwaukee several times already and here is what I've noticed:Pros:+ Nice power+ Very nice and easy adjustments for depth and bevel: This uses levers vs. a butterfly nut on my old Skil.+ Tilt lock is a nice feature. Though many people who have this saw never use it, I have actually used it a couple of times: different adjustments when cutting lumber vs. when trimming doors.+ Guide visibility is excellent.+ Base is about 1/8" thick solid aluminum, nice and flat, and solid feeling.Cons:- The base is flat all around. My old skill, for example, had a lip on the back and front side. If you're stuck using a somewhat flat, and inadequately clamped guide (like a straight thin piece of plywood that you trust), that may slightly lift in the middle, you run the risk of the base plate riding under your guide. As a result, at some point I may modify the base by screwing on an additional 1/8" lip on the inside top.- Case: Very minor complaint: it would be nice if it included some blade storage. I have some extra blades, including a cheap plywood blade and an expensive finishing blade. I would love to be able to store them in the case with the saw. EDIT in 8/2007: The case does in fact come with blade storage in the main compartment.Overall, I have no regrets and recommend this saw. I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 in part because of the base plate, but also because I can't recommend it above all other circular saws. Both the Journal of Light Construction and Fine Homebuilding had circular saw reviews. This particular saw, a specific Bosch, and a specific Porter Cable, were in the top three for both reviews. Though in the top three of both, This Milwaukee made it into the top 2 favorites/recommended in one article but not the other. Before purchasing this saw, I would recommend finding and reading those articles to decide which of the three would better meet your needs or preferences.

32 of 35 people found the following review helpful.
5BBBZZZZZZZZZZTTT-ZZZEEEP!....AAAAAAHHH!......
By E. S. Dummit
As a home improvement and hobby sort of wood worker looking for top value in essential tools, I did my homework very carefully before choosing this one.

Great machine, very comfortable to use with the light weight and smooth power, ergonomically very adjustable, with a brake that stops it cold when you are done (an essential safety feature for someone who nearly sawed his fingers off in his impetuous youth). Great reputation of the company for dependability and quality, so I expect it to last to be handed down to my son or daughter.

44 of 51 people found the following review helpful.
5SMOOTH WITH POWER TO SPARE
By TOOL CRITIC "FUDICUS"
This saw is a real joy to use in all aspects. The power is unmatched in the field,it's light weight allows for easy operation and handling.The flexibility of the qucik-loc handle system is very nice-even though you will probably settle on your favorite position it's nice to know you can change it,EXAMPLE:When cutting down on a vertical changing to a flatter wormdrive position aids in cutting leverage.This saw looks,feels and operates Milwaukee tough AND is comfortable to use.The only minor complaint is the cutting\rip fence.First you have to pay extra money for it, and this fence does not cut ultra close rips the way i would like-quauter inch is as little as this fence wants to cut-#1 it does not slide onto saw far enough in to allow a 1\8 in. shave #2 when the fence is in all the way it hits the blade guard#3when cutting thin,say 1\4 material the fence sits lower than the base plate allowing the material to slide between the two.WORK ON THIS MILWAUKEE, IT'S AN EASY FIX-BUILD A BETTER FENCE MADE FOR THIS SAW.OVERALL:TOP RATE POWER

XLNT BALANCE-ERGONOMICS-FIT AND FINISH

THE BRAKE AND QUICK-LOC CORD IS VERY NICE TO HAVE

SMOOTH CUTTING WITH GREAT CONTROL

CUTTING VISABILITY IS VERY GOOD

THE FENCE SHORTCOMING IS FAIRLY MINOR BUT COULD BE IMPROVED UPON

CONCLUSION: BUY THIS SAW,IT'S NOT THE CHEAPEST BUT IT MAY BE THE BEST IN IT'S CLASS-I WOULD LIKE TO SEE A BETTER FENCE THAT MAY EVEN BE INCLUDED WITH THE SAW SINCE THIS IS NOT A [inexpensive] UNIT.BE A LITTLE GENEROUS MILWAUKEE AND THE CUSTOMER WILL RETURN THIS GENEROSITY WITH MARKET SHARE.

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Milwaukee 0302-20 8 Amp 1/2-Inch Drill with Keyless Chuck Product Description:



  • Powerful 8-amp motor, 0 to 850 rpm, variable speed control
  • All metal grip-lok single sleeve keyless chuck for a stronger hold on the bit and all metal gear case and diaphragm
  • 360-degree locking side handle
  • Ergonomic tactile grip and 2 finger trigger for user comfort and balance
  • Backed by limited warranty

Product Description

0302-20 Model Code: AE (part# 0302-20) Features: -Removable brush cartridge system, change brushes in less than 1 minute.-Aluminum gear case and diaphragm supplies greater support for shaft and bearings.-Trigger speed control reversing switches.-Quik-Lok cord for quick detachment from tool.-All ball and roller bearings.-Helical cut, heat-treated gears.-2-finger trigger switch.-Variable speed/reversing.-All metal gear case and diaphragm.-Modular brush card design.-Grounded.-Ergonomic tactile grip on handle and motor housing.-All metal Grip-Lok keyless chucks.-Chuck Size: 1/2 in.-Cutting Cap.: 1/2 in (steel) [Max].-Spindle Thread: 1/2 in - 20.-Control Type: Electronic Variable.-Handle Type: Pistol Grip/Side Rod.-Type: Straight Drill.-Price is for 1 Each.-Testing and approvals:.-Complies with OSHA and UL requirements. Specifications: -360 positive lock side handle.-Voltage: 120.00 VAC.

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34 of 36 people found the following review helpful.
5Good solid drill
By J. Cooley
I did tons of research and testing before buying this drill. I was in the market for a cordless or corded, so I looked at both. I had to drill 40-50 7/8" holes through 1/4" steel and it killed my old 3-amp Craftsman drill doing it. I then purchased a Ryobi cordless (300lb./in. torque) and drilled some of the holes. The battery typically drained after 3 holes. I used the first gear for most of the holes I tried, but when I tried to use second gear to drill them faster it smoked the motor. I returned that and then read tons of reviews on corded and cordless for about 3 weeks. The Milwaukee cordless was my favorite but I couldn't afford the $100 more. As far as corded drills go, I looked really close at the DeWalt DW236 and the older short fat-body Milwaukee cordless also. The DeWalt feels slightly better in your hand, but only if you're holding it down on the handle. If you hold them higher up, they feel about the same except the Milwaukee 0302-20 is a tad bit heavier. The DeWalt and Milwaukee both have a single sleeve, all-steel keyless chuck, but the Milwaukee 0302-20 is much better. The 0302-20 holds the spindle in place so you can just turn the chuck with a single hand, whereas the DeWalt requires that you press a button with your other hand to hold the spindle in place while you tighten or loosen the chuck. The chuck tightens down really well and will not slip. Even when the bit caught and spun the upper half of my body with it, the chuck didn't lose grip on the bit. The Milwaukee also has the removeable cord, which is nice. Now that I've used the Milwaukee, I like it even more. The way you grip it really lets you get straight pressure to whatever you're drilling. The cord is somewhat of a hassle since I typically run a grinder, welder, and drill all at the same time and have cords going everywhere. Compared to the older fat-body 5.5 amp Milwaukee corded, this one feels way better. I leaned toward the fat one for a while until I actually picked it up. Your finger gets pinched as you release the trigger on the older ones and they're just not comfortable to hold, plus they cost the same for the same gears but only a 5.5 amp motor.

18 of 18 people found the following review helpful.
5Smooth, light and powerful
By James F. Strasma
I bought this after nearly burning out a cheaper drill while trying to drill holes to plant bulbs with a large bulb auger. The difference was amazing. Although more than twice as powerful as the other drill, this one is equally light, and far smoother and more controllable for this task. It quickly drilled 3" diameter holes 8" deep, even when it had to cut through gravel or a tree root to do so.How powerful is this drill, and how well does the keyless chuck hold? After drilling 10 holes, ithe auger got stuck, and instead of stopping, the drill snapped off the end of the auger at the chuck. Fortunately, losing an inch of length didn't matter at all, but it emphasizes the respect with which such a powerful tool must be treated.The all-metal keyless chuck is worth its added cost. The drill automatically locks in position while off, and releases when power is applied. This makes tightening a bit a simple matter of rotating the chuck clockwise. It has a ratchet action which holds the bit tighter than I can usually get a keyed chuck, yet releases easily when time to change bits, by simply rotating counter-clockwise.Highly recommended.

14 of 15 people found the following review helpful.
5A fine drill with plenty of power!!
By MicTrik
This is the only corded drill I own though I have used many others. This Drill is rated at 8amps and you can really feel the power of it as I have never seen it bog down. The keyless Chuck is excellent and grips small bits very well. I was skeptical about a keyless chuck at first but after using this drill my fears were dispelled. The side handle is very versitile and sturdy providing positive control. Though the drill may at first appear large and awkward it is actually ergonimically very well designed. The drill is ment to be held between the thumb and index finger while the trigger is engaged by your other three fingers. This is a very stable and comfortable position. The only thing I thought would of been nice to see is the inclusion of user replaceable brushes. This is included on their 5.5 amp models but was removed on the new 8amp. I must also add that Amazon is selling this a bit higher than most local stores. This is not normal of Amazon so if anyone from Amazon is reading this check into it...

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Reviews Milwaukee 0202-20 7 Amp 3/8-Inch Drill with Keyless Chuck

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Milwaukee 0202-20 7 Amp 3/8-Inch Drill with Keyless Chuck Product Description:



  • Powerful 7.0 amp motor, 0 to 1200 rpm, variable speed control
  • All metal grip-lok single sleeve keyless chuck for a stronger hold on the bit and all metal gear case and diaphragm
  • 360 degree locking side handle
  • Ergonomic tactile grip and two finger trigger for user comfort and balance
  • Limited warranty

Product Description

7 Amp 3/8" Drill with All Metal Chuck This is the workhorse 3/8" drill. For hole saws, twist bits and light fastening, the 0-1200 rpm unit has speed and torque for maximum versatility. Add the convenience and extra grip strength of the all metal single sleeve chuck and a quik-lok cord and you have unchallenged value. Features: 7 AMPs 1200 RPM 1-1/2" Wood Boring Bit, 3-1/4" Wood Saw, and 1/2" Metal Bit Single Sleeve Chuck 8' Cord Included 12" Long Includes 3/8" Magnum Drill, and Side Handle 1/2" Spindle 5 Year Warranty Since its founding in 1924, Milwaukee has focused on a single vision: To produce the best heavy-duty electric power tools and accessories available to the professional user. Today, the Milwaukee name stands for the highest quality, durable and reliable professional tools money can buy.

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3 of 5 people found the following review helpful.
4Looks good. Feels good.
By ND
Bought a very good condition, used one from Amazon Warehouse at substantial discount (the ONLY reason why I bought it as I'm not a fan of Chinese made tools at all). This drill is made in China (for those who still wonder). Upon opening the box, it had a lot of oil leaking out from the gearbox. I opened the screws holding the gearbox to the body and reseated the seal and everything seems OK. Milwaukee went cheap (even though they still charge customers the same price) with their tools nowadays. The chuck's jaws are not carbide-lined anymore, just plain steel. I didn't care about that because I replaced the chuck with a 1/2" LFA chuck anyway. This drill has 1/2"-20 spindle thread and therefore will take almost all 1/2" and up chucks that you want to replace it with. It has decent power and speed (7 amps and 1200rpm) for what I use it for. The 3-stars reflects the oil-leaking seal experience.I've just had this for a few days and haven't even used it yet so don't take this review seriously. This is just meant for my first impressions with the drill. I kinda regret that I didn't buy it when almost all Milwaukee tools were made either in the USA, Japan or Germany.Update (03/18/2012):So far it seems to hold up well. Chuck concentricity is good. Drill has lots of power for a 3/8" range. Decent high-speed drill (1200 RPMs). It still exudes that "Made in USA" quality feel even though it was made in China. Therefore, I increased the rating to 4 stars (previously 3 stars)Time will tell whether it will last.

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful.
5Very Happy purchase
By Paul R. Glass
Very pleased with the heft and the power of this drill. I don't mind have to be near and outlet or have the proper extension cord because this one will run all day at any speed you choose. locking chuck was easy to get use to and became quick and trouble free changes for bits and drivers.

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful.
5Solid drill
By R. Groves
I bought this drill a few months ago after one of my old ones died. Before I bought the Milwaukee I tried a Hitachi from a big box store. It was the best Hitachi 3/8 drill available and it was very disappointing. I took it back and bought the Milwaukee and have been very happy ever since. The keyless chuck works great. The drill has plenty of power. Of course, Milwaukee is usually top of the line when it comes to drills. I also have a Milwaukee 1/2 inch hammer drill and it absolutely smokes the Dewalt and some of the others I've tried. This drill is a little pricey for a 3/8 but you only have to buy it once.

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