SKILSAW SPT67WL-01 15 Amp 7-1/4 In. Sidewinder Circular Saw
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$109.00
Updated Jun 27, 2026 · 1 min read
Sources behind this verdict
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The consensus
What reviewers found
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Across the reviewers we read, the SKILSAW SPT67WL-01 sidewinder is positioned as the lightest-in-class option, with a resin housing and magnesium guard and footplate bringing it to roughly 8.6 lbs. The high-trust outlet protoolreviews.com scored it 9.2 out of 10, calling it 'an excellent saw and a great return to the pro market.' On r/woodworking a high-trust commenter describes SKILSAW sidewinders as 'damn good saws' with rock-solid construction and plates that stay put. Cut-line visibility is repeatedly praised, though the manufacturer's own listing concedes the plate-adjustment lock lever can be awkward to grasp.
What reviewers liked
- High-trust protoolreviews.com awarded it a 9.2/10
- Among the lightest 15-amp saws at about 8.6 lbs
- r/woodworking consensus on solid construction and reliable plate adjustments
- Excellent cut-line visibility cited by multiple reviewers
Where it falls short
- An r/Tools shopper noted the reviews are 'hit or miss'
- Manufacturer listing concedes the plate-adjustment lock lever is inconvenient to grasp and it is heavier than expected
- Smaller review count (507) than the top sidewinders
- Resin housing may not match all-metal saws for jobsite abuse perceptions
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Across the reviewers we read, the SKILSAW SPT67WL-01 sidewinder is positioned as the lightest-in-class option, with a resin housing and magnesium guard and footplate bringing it to roughly 8.6 lbs. The high-trust outlet protoolreviews.com scored it 9.2 out of 10, calling it 'an excellent saw and a great return to the pro market.' On r/woodworking a high-trust commenter describes SKILSAW sidewinders as 'damn good saws' with rock-solid construction and plates that stay put. Cut-line visibility is repeatedly praised, though the manufacturer's own listing concedes the plate-adjustment lock lever can be awkward to grasp.
- Lightest weight professional circular saw in its class at 8.6 pound
- 56 degree bevel with positive stop at 45 degree allows you to complete a variety of cuts
- 15 Amp motor ensures power for demanding cuts
- Dual-Field motor dissipates heat, allowing the motor to stay cool and last longer
- 10 foot cord minimizes hanging on sheet materials
Right now I'm considering: Skil sidewinder SPT67WL-01 @ $99. magnesium body but reviews are hit or miss. Dewalt lightweight DWE575SB @ $114 seems like my best ...
Damn good saws. Rock solid construction. Plenty of power. Plates/adjustments stay where you put em. Price is fair for the quality of the tool.
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