Bob wrote:
I need to purchase a circular saw. I just need a basic middle of the
road quality model. I like to purchase good quality items that with
proper care and maintenance will last a long long time.

I am just an average do-it-yourselfer so nothing with all the bells
and whistles is needed.

Any recommendations as to brand/model/features/durability/etc would be
greatly appreciated.


Monitor Craigslist for a couple of weeks. It's easy to find a 20-year old
Craftsman for $10.00 (if it's lasted twenty years, it'll probably last
another twenty).