"ChInKPoInt [No MCSD]" wrote in message
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I would say Circular saw definitely.. Miter is more precise but got
limited
of usage. miter is very good in cutting 2x4 in various angle but not sure
how you cut a big board with a miter.

The bad thing about circular is precision, but the good thing is it can
cut
almost anything. I tried to use circular saw to build a subwoofer box
(which requires very precise cutting), but no matter how good you are,
even
with those aided guide the result won't be satisfied. In that case, I had
to buy a table saw to solve the problem, or simply take the measurement
give
to home depot guys and let them cut for you. That's just my experience, I
am
not an expert in these stuff.

The rule is, you paid for what you get. Brand names like Dewalt is for
everyday use for professional. If u are just use it for projects, other
brandnames are fine. My circular saw is Sears, I had it for 12 years (not
sure how old it is when I got it), still does the job.



"Fleemo" wrote in message
om...
As I build my tool collection, I'm wondering what I'd get more use out
of (and thus buy first) -- a circular saw or a miter saw? I'll be
doing occasional basic honey-do projects like birdhouses and shelves
and stuff.

Also, any suggestions on brand names?

-F

If your doing baseboards and crown moulding a miter saw is worth its weight
in gold.