If I need battery powered…

[Gary G™]

I’m going to be working a project for my daughter cutting 4x4 posts. Might not have a generator to run the PC Circular Saw. They’ll be in the ground and I’m cutting the excess above 10’.
Will also be cutting 2X’s and 1Xs but the posts are the most important.

I don’t have a battery powered saw. Or system. Yet.
Would this be a good option OR do y’all think there’s better value out there?

DEWALT XR 20-volt Max 7-1/4-in Brushless Cordless Circular Saw Kit (Battery & Charger Included)

Thoughts.

[AHill]

Cutting 4x4's is tough on a cordless circular saw. Especially a 20v saw. Either bring lots of backup batteries or consider purchasing an inexpensive generator - which may actually be a wash compared to the cost of extra batteries. If you've already invested in the cordless circular saw, then a generator can power your battery charger.

[ajkoontz]

I have whatever generic 6-1/2" DeWalt saw that came in a kit when I bought it. It's great for outdoor DIY projects like decks and such. As another said, it does eat batteries. I have a 60V battery that I try to use when it's getting heavy use. It's fine but nothing special.

Were I in your shoes, I'd go one of 2 ways-
- Bauer (Harbor Freight). I think you can get 2 5aH batteries and the 7-1/4 saw for around $200. Maybe better if you catch a deal/ sale. I didn't check but if you can get a DeWalt for similar $$ with same battery life I'd go DeWalt. I own a lot of Baur stuff but not a cordless saw. I'm pretty happy with their stuff for light around the house use. I'm also a HF fanboy so there's that.

- I'd use the $250 assumed budget you have in mind and put it towards a cordless tracksaw. I realize this is out of left field, but I'm also a tacksaw fanboy and I'm happy to help spend other peoples money on here.

[Bill Wilson]