A circular saw is a classic staple of workshops big and small; it’s a razor-sharp rotating blade mounted to a handheld motor mechanism, usually flanked by a pair of metal guards. All you need to do is place the guards on your chopping target, squeeze the trigger, and push. The rotating blade will slice through wood like a hot knife through butter.
Since a circular saw is a handheld tool, it’s fairly easy to transport and can be used on any pre-existing surface. It’s a great home improvement standby, as you can bring it to any spot in your home that needs a quick trim, like an oversized door frame or a slightly pointy counter corner.
Circular saws come in a few variants, such as track saws, which include a clamping track for cutting large lengths of materials, and compact saws, which are even smaller than regular circular saws for cutting in cramped confines.
