Back when I was in the trades be used both. Worm drives were, for the most part, used when we needed more torque to cut through something larger, thicker, or more dense. Worm drives use gears to provide that extra torque, as opposed to the standard direct-drive circular saws that you'll see most often. If you're just cutting regular plywood, 2x4s, etc. a standard circular saw should be fine.
Like I said before, I have used a beam cutter (chainsaw bar and blade) On a regular makita with no problems. I dont need the extra weight or balance.
Like I said before, I have used a beam cutter (chainsaw bar and blade) On a regular makita with no problems. I dont need the extra weight or balance.
Yeah, I saw your reply after I'd already commented. We used to keep one worm drive in each truck so we would have it there if needed. Mostly they just sat unused.
Needed for what is my question. Man I know some people used to them use them all the time. I just never got it.
Makita makes a 10-1/4" Circular Saw , always wanted but couldnt justify it.
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