International- If you like to tackle DIY projects around the house, you're going to need a saw or two.
- We've rounded up the very best saws you can buy whether you need a jigsaw, chainsaw, circular saw, or table saw.
Growing up, my dad had a workshop that was off-limits to the kids. But occasionally, dad would let us into the workshop to watch him work - and fetch tools for him, of course.
The old table saw always grabbed my attention. This machine's ability to slice through wood like it was bread was fascinating. And its all-metal design, hulking cabinet, thunderous noises, and sharp blade looked unbelievably dangerous, which made it even more fascinating.
When I was a little older and it was time to learn how to saw and work with wood, unfortunately, the table saw remained off-limits. I always had to use a hand saw. I didn't necessarily like it at the time, but it was probably a smart idea. It certainly made me think about each cut more and measure accurately, as I didn't want to have to make two hand cuts. Over the years, learning initially with hand saws has made me appreciate the power tools I own a lot more.
Large table saws still exist, but the world of saws now focuses on portability. The ability to use power saws almost anywhere makes them extremely useful tools. But they haven't put the hand saw out of commission yet. There's still a place for using a hand saw, whether you're making a simple cut or you want to teach your kids about working with wood the old-fashioned way.
Here are the best saws for your home DIY projects:
- Best circular saw: Makita 5007MGA Circular Saw
- Best hand saw: Stanley 20-526 15-Inch Hand Saw
- Best compound miter saw: DeWalt DWS780 12-Inch Compound Miter Saw
- Best hacksaw: Stanley 15-113 12-Inch High Tension Hacksaw
- Best reciprocating saw: Milwaukee M18 Cordless Reciprocating Saw
- Best jigsaw: Bosch JS470E 120-Volt Top-Handle Jigsaw
- Best table saw: DeWalt DW745 10-Inch Compact Job-Site Table Saw
- Best chainsaw: Husqvarna 460 Rancher 20-Inch Chain Saw
Prices and links are current as of 4/10/2020. We also added a product showcase of the top of the article, and we updated our selection of related buying guides.
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