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I think your take is slightly off here. I don't think it's meant to be for people looking for a track saw, that can also be used as a circular saw, but rather the exact opposite - people who need a circular saw for day to day work, but want the option of running it on a track from time to time for more repeatable straight cuts. Think customers of the kreg accucut style devices, but a more integrated setup. Still a great video and review!
Great thoughts on this. I think Skil did a pretty good job of "knowing their customers" in this case. They are generally DIYers and homeowners looking for a high quality but low cost solution. This saw is capable of being a general construction saw, but with a good finish blade, can also do much of what a track saw does in general. Skil (and their parent Chervon) are really good at delivering high quality at a price point.
I have the skil power core 12v and love them. While its not a ton of power on the circular saw the drill and impact driver have plenty of power. The biggest win in my book is the cost of not only the tools but the batteries.
Me 3. I got the 12v line thinking they would weigh less. They surprised me with their power (don't have the circular saw) but the drill and impact driver almost always do the job. I had a screw that I couldn't finish driving and had to get me 20v impact driver. I tried the 20v on the first 2 of 3 settings and it didn't drive the screw any deeper. Had to go to the 3rd setting and it did finish setting the screw. Doesn't happen often. Really like the right angle impact driver and the power hammer.
I just picked up the saw (tool only) because it was on sale at Menards for $80 but also had the 15% off bag sale. Since I'm in the SKIL 20v lineup hard to pass up a circular saw that I can later get tracks for as well for $68. I have a couple batteries and charger already and will look at getting the tracks at some point.
@@mouthofthesouth4267But to match apple to apples I'd have to also get the 5.0 amp hour battery at $70, the charger at $40 and the tracks then for $80. Battery and charger I could get the 15% off so ends up at $241 with the. 15% off. At full price the $249 package is the better deal.
darn, this would've been good when i started woodworking last year. I ended up with the Kreg accu-cut xl + cheap circular saw due to no cheap saws being offered back then I think for anyone looking for mid-grade they should still get the Ridgid just due to the dust collection and track grip
I’ve been buying makita and festool for years, have a tsc55. I think it’s good to have less expensive brands and models out there mainly to encourage more people to do cleaner work. I’m more on the finish trim side but you can get this thing up on a roof and cut sheathing have it roll off and not break a 700$ saw.
I've had the skil brushless pwrcore 20 drill and impact. The batteries are great. They charge up pretty quick and stay charged for a long time. I don't have the hammer drill. I would get the hammer drill if you are a heavy user.
Lots of people are sleeping on the Skil cordless line. I have Milwaukee, Ridgid, Ryobi, Hercules and Skil cordless tools, most are Milwaukee but it's just about impossible to stay with one battery platform. Anyway the Skil cordless tools I have are all quality tools. I can't say how well they would handle daily construction abuse but I've liked every one I've purchased. Their 90 degree impact driver out performs my Milwaukee by a fair amount. I'd definitely recommend them to any Prosumer out there. While they don't have the product line depth as Ridgid I'd say they fall into the same category as them.
I would guess that this is a little better price point than some of the others. I bought a Skill skill-saw a couple of years ago! It’s not a track saw . But it has plenty of power! Good video Matt! 👍🏼
I couldn't agree more! I am 3 1/2yrs in remission from lung cancer (which they caught really early) but mine was from Vietnam agent orange. BUT that means my lungs are even more susceptible to further damage. I can't even express how much you don't want to go through chemo/radiation! @@lorimcquinn3966
Well, it's not a track saw. It's a circular saw that runs on proprietary track. You can buy guide rails that any circ saw can run on. And there is no dust collection to speak of without a covered blade. Still hoping to see you review the larger WEN corded track saw CT1272. 12 amps, 7-1/4" blade, solid & well made. Fits on industry standard track (WEN, Powertec, Festool, Makita). $170 at HD.
Thank you for the review. You had reviewed and recommended the Wen track saw, which is another a low price saw (corded). How does it compare to the Skil? The Wen had good dust collection, and came with a 2 piece 100" tracks.
THIS. I was just coming to comment the exact question since in a previous video he had been all in on the Wen as the budget option. A comparison would be great between the two.
Though Skil is not the professional brand it used to be, its nice see they're making decent tools under the name. I own a few old aluminum body classics, My Skil 100 power planer is my baby.
Helpful tip. Get some grip tape and put it on the bottom of the track on both sides. Makita has a 36 volt. DeWalt has a but it is only sold in Europe. Hikoki is coming out with one also only available in Europe
I'm right handed and find my Festool, and most other quality track saws, quite awkward at making edge cuts. Either have to hold the tool with my arm across my body or use it left handed, which I'm awful with. My answer was to buy the Kregg track saw and tracks. The saw is 'right handed', (the motor is on the opposite side to the Festool and most other track saws), this makes edge cutting on long boards fast and easy to use.
Why not compare it to the corded Wen which i got for $164 last fall. For sheet goods it rocks. Tracks are better and compatible to many. Yes cutting angle cuts not trustworthy but for everything else its the best budget track saw. Saw your review and bought it
At first I dismissed this due to dust collection but then it dawned on me I would use this outside the shop anyway due to such a small shop so dust collection for this particular tool wouldn't matter. For as often as I'd need it this might be a good option, even when at my real job I don't rip sheet goods often so it would serve me well for occasional use.
They are good tools. I think Skil and Metabo HPT are some of the best value for the money in their respective markets (DIY and value oreinted professional, respectively).
Skil powertools are manufactured by the same company that manufacturers Flex powertools. There's a place for this saw kit for some, but for a little more you can buy the Wen 20V track saw and Powertec tracks
Proclaiming it Feels good in the hand, not overly heavy without a battery attached - that’s kind of like saying my pickup has great acceleration and cornering with no fuel in it.
I bought saw (tool only, no track) a few months ago. I shortly after got the rip fence. I was wondering if they planned to make some kind of track when I bought it, but did not see it anywhere at the time. This video pretty much stated all the reasons I purchased the saw and would buy the track. I have a few Skil 20volt. Like them and good price. Pretty much starting to replace my aging Craftsman 19.2 volt with these.
I love all these you tube informercials . They are selling pitches for these company’s. The more viewers the more these company’s use these guys to sell there products. Remember the old informercial “just set it and forget it “.😂 The only thing missing here is where is the the toll- free numbers to call.😂😂😂
I love skil tbh. I use most of there stuff. Electric screw driver, drill, normal circle saw. I like the fact that it feels "real" if that makes sense. Also a lot cheaper then most other stuff... Or at least the ones I bought anyway.
Love your channel with I could have one of those saws. I dont do wood work for work just a hobby. I really appreciate you talking like a normal person.
This is great for guys who build outdoor decks. Specifically, when they run composite decking long then cut it with a track saw. Why you ask well because with the enclosed track saw (festool type) the plastic from the composite gets caught in the enclosure and stops the blade. Most guys run them with the enclosure open, that's why I feel that the skill track saw will work great as the plastic will not blind on the blade.
Most tracksaws are plunge saws, they are spring loaded so you push down & make the cut, then when you lift it off the blade retracts... this saw does not do that... As for the track not having a grippy surface, when I made a DIY track years ago, I used a finely Vee-notched spreader to apply silicone to the bottom... it worked great !! Thanks for the vid and Happy New Year ! 😎👍☘️🍺
I would love to see you review several aftermarket tracks together, like a head-to-head contest. I've read so many bad reviews for aftermarket tracks that it just put me off buying one altogether. It's a bit overwhelming without the funds to purchase and test each model.
I see WEN now has a cordless 6.5 inch version that looks the same as their corded version. Sells for $182 with 2 batteries and charger. Adding WEN tracks is another $80 or the better option IMO are the Powertec tracks for $120. I wish they had it or I knew about it before I bought the corded version. If I had to choose between the WEN or the skilsaw I would pick the WEN mainly, because of the track.
I do need a track saw, odds are good still going to go with Ridgid, its the batteries I have. But you know I feel like skil is really coming up as a brand. The 10 in table saw is one Im eyeing getting(my Ryobi one is horrible. And I have a CNC and was going to build a router table, the 14 amp with electric speed and wood settings really caught my eye there. And they all seem to be very good prices, for the given quality im seeing in reviews. Just as a brand Skil has my attention
I could see this being really handy on a job site where you don't need dust collection, and you're breaking down a lot of sheet goods. Maybe a framer would find this useful.
Its about time someone did this! I breakdown sheet goods only a couple of times a year and its tough on a jobsite tablesaw with no garage. Would love if this became a market changer. Not interested in getting into yet another battery platform
I'm in the same boat. I'm only breaking down sheet goods occasionally. I just pull out a couple folding tables, throw a sacrificial sheet of insulation on them, then use a straight edge and clamps with my regular circular saw. Takes a little longer but accuracy is great if you're careful.
So Chervon is adding to Skil 20v line, just saw they have a Skil 20v brad nailer. You can get 15% off at Menards . Chervon doesn't mind cannibalizing Masterforce line at Menards. Maybe they gonna push someone out. Good deal!
Thanks so much for the info and reppin the shirt brother 😉 🙏 For a cordless, not bad, but as a full time professional craftsman, I would highly recommend looking online marketplace, etc. For the woodworkers out there looking for a better cheaper option, I found corded Makita with a solid 55” festool track online used for $300 last year that has been a game changer! I also bought the WEN 110” track for cheap and it fits both Makita And Festool(for when you upgrade down the road 😉) Side note make sure to subscribe to this channel bc you’ll never be disappointed with his content! 😊
Thanks 👍 for the honesty in your review Matt! (I'm not the least bit surprised you were honest, because you always are!) I have one question about the track not being anti-slip. Could you attach perhaps like a non-slip sanding mat material or something like that to the bottom of the track without interfering with the functionality of the saw, except for the blade depth being different? I hope I made that clear. I didn't know exactly how to phrase it. I was thinking along the line of contact cement. 😊
This is great! Since Chervon is the parent company of both Skil and Flex, it gives me hope that Flex will be coming out with a track saw as well. I just hope when they do, they make theirs compatible with the Festool tracks.
Good video. You really should have mentioned cutting on a sacrificial/backer plywood. This makes bottom-side tear outs a thing of the past. You can combine a review and track saw education into 1 video that way.
Good thing you didn’t drop that set screw, if you work bench is any like mine it has an invisible portal to Narnia where everything I drop falls into never to be seen again.
I'm thinking that knob on the side is for an edge guide when not used with the track. Is the edge guide included? Most are cheap, stamped and bent steel. It may have fallen and disappeared under your toolbox........ get a magnetic retrieval device....
Great review! Very helpful! I was wondering...since this is a circular saw that has additions for a track, what is your opinion of this vs. having a decent circular saw and using the Milescraft track? Specifically for the cost savings.
Products like this kill me, but I'm happy it's available. I have the Makita corded(and I'm super happy about that cord) with the long and short track(build a box for those~!~)and love it. I bought it from Tool Nut as well, it's slightly underpowered, but, that's the only complaint, it also cost a whole lot more. Dust collection is superb if you tape over the little window. This would be great for someone starting out, or for breaking down plywood outside. Great review.....
I couldn't help but notice the similarities to my FLEX tools. They're owned by the same parent company. I wonder if the batteries/ chargers are interchangeable?
Thanks for the review and all you're other reviews. Your spot on with everything... don't care too much for the advertisement on your tee shirts, but who cares about that, the content is what I'm checking in for!! THX AGAIN
This appears to be a nice bundle. However, it appears that the Skil track would not be compatible with any other circular saw, such as my DeWalt. That’s disappointing. All you would need is a baseplate - for which Skil has already done virtually all the engineering. Then they could offer some competition to Bora, Kreg and Milescraft. Oh well.
What happened to skil? they where industry standard in professional circular saws and the reason world over we call that type of tool a ‘skill saw’…now they make hobbyist grade tools. How come? ..such a shame.
Love the videos, they are very informative and thorough. I’ve been a subscriber for quite a while. I’ve been looking for a track saw. I’m in the Ridgid platform but it’s sold out. I’ve been eyeballing the master force corded set from Menards. Was just wondering if you could do a video on it? Keep up the great work 👊
I just want to say that I am learning wood work and I love your work but more importantly how you represent Jesus!! I would like to say hi to you one day! Thank you brother! Love you man
Matt, First as a Christian I always love to see when a man is man enough to wear the shirts that honor God. Keep that up brother. Secondly, you should explore the Skil PWRCore 12 as well as 20 system I think you’ll be impressed by them. I’ve got many of them and love them. They’ve all had battery and charger, they’re surprisingly powerful and have best LED lighting on some tools for example 12v LED is awesome. Also, the tools are priced better than other big names. I feel like many of your viewers would love to see the Skil lineup in action
Definitely not the first brand to have a track compatible circular saw, and not the first affordable brand either. Many brands have done this, and done it better too. The track compatibility was definitely an after thought, and not a very good one at that. No virtual pivot to allow 90/45 on the same side of the track, one slot track is terrible, no anti slip strips, no compatability with other brands. Evolution have had a corded one with Festool/makita pattern track for years. There's a new gen track and a cordless version of the saw coming this year from them.
Looks like a good choice for someone with a limited tool budget and that doesn't have a circular saw already. Doesn't seem up to par with the Skil table saw though.
Not worried about corded vs cordless and in the track saw market. Is it worth spending the extra $150 and going with the Kreg track saw or going with this Skil for cheaper? Going to get used on some DIY stuff (mostly plywood) around the house and probably only get used a 15-20 days a year max.
The idea is dead on. If all circular saws could go on the company’s track for track saw more people would buy the tracks. Great idea to have 2 saw options for tracksaw. Lots of dust collection or none😂
I hate Skil! I despise them! They make so many genuinely good tools with so many innovative features like power jump, power share, halo lighting with task light mode and so on all while selling at a really good price point that they make me regret many of my past tool purchases! That’s why I hate and despise them! Damn you Chervon for what you’ve done with Flex, Skil, and Ego!
@731Woodworks I am a Makita fan and trying to decide if the 40v track saw is going to be a good option for a 2nd track saw now that the competition has come out with some good ones. You see I cut stone countertops on a regular basis with my currant saw but it does take a toll on them after a while. And now I need a wood only saw.
Still on the poor man track saw with a skil saw. I have been on the fence for a while with what to buy. Closed my shop and am getting older, not sure if I will take the plunge.
Have to imagine with the Skil being so similar to the Flex circulars that we will see a Flex track saw, or (hopefully) options to use their existing saws with track.
Skil and Flex are made by the same company. Chervon is the name of the parent company and the company also make tools for other brands on top of their other brands like Ego and 2 other Asian Brands
lol actually I made that clip for a different video last year but my awesome video editor added the screen record of the Skil Track saw to this video. Like magic lol
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I don't recall you saying or not. Would this saw work with other tracks?
No it won’t
How come all these great woodworking tools are seldom sold outside the USA. Are woodworkers only present inside the USA?
I think your take is slightly off here. I don't think it's meant to be for people looking for a track saw, that can also be used as a circular saw, but rather the exact opposite - people who need a circular saw for day to day work, but want the option of running it on a track from time to time for more repeatable straight cuts. Think customers of the kreg accucut style devices, but a more integrated setup. Still a great video and review!
Great thoughts on this. I think Skil did a pretty good job of "knowing their customers" in this case. They are generally DIYers and homeowners looking for a high quality but low cost solution. This saw is capable of being a general construction saw, but with a good finish blade, can also do much of what a track saw does in general. Skil (and their parent Chervon) are really good at delivering high quality at a price point.
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I have the Skil oscillating tool that I got in a pinch. I grab it now over my Milwaukee. Less hand vibration and the recharge speed is top notch.
I have the skil power core 12v and love them. While its not a ton of power on the circular saw the drill and impact driver have plenty of power. The biggest win in my book is the cost of not only the tools but the batteries.
Agreed! I have almost the full line plus two of the multi volt tower lights and I have absolutely no complaints. I use them professionally too.
Me 3. I got the 12v line thinking they would weigh less. They surprised me with their power (don't have the circular saw) but the drill and impact driver almost always do the job. I had a screw that I couldn't finish driving and had to get me 20v impact driver. I tried the 20v on the first 2 of 3 settings and it didn't drive the screw any deeper. Had to go to the 3rd setting and it did finish setting the screw. Doesn't happen often. Really like the right angle impact driver and the power hammer.
I just picked up the saw (tool only) because it was on sale at Menards for $80 but also had the 15% off bag sale. Since I'm in the SKIL 20v lineup hard to pass up a circular saw that I can later get tracks for as well for $68. I have a couple batteries and charger already and will look at getting the tracks at some point.
Wow that's actually cheaper to buy the saw and tracks separately 😳 💯👍🏼 assuming you can find it on sale like you did🙏🏼💖🎉
@mouthofthesouth4267 I actually paid $249 for it. It went on sale about a week after I bought it lol
@@mouthofthesouth4267But to match apple to apples I'd have to also get the 5.0 amp hour battery at $70, the charger at $40 and the tracks then for $80. Battery and charger I could get the 15% off so ends up at $241 with the. 15% off. At full price the $249 package is the better deal.
darn, this would've been good when i started woodworking last year. I ended up with the Kreg accu-cut xl + cheap circular saw due to no cheap saws being offered back then
I think for anyone looking for mid-grade they should still get the Ridgid just due to the dust collection and track grip
I’ve been buying makita and festool for years, have a tsc55. I think it’s good to have less expensive brands and models out there mainly to encourage more people to do cleaner work. I’m more on the finish trim side but you can get this thing up on a roof and cut sheathing have it roll off and not break a 700$ saw.
I've had the skil brushless pwrcore 20 drill and impact. The batteries are great. They charge up pretty quick and stay charged for a long time. I don't have the hammer drill. I would get the hammer drill if you are a heavy user.
I am MOST impressed with the quality of your wood in the video. (I'm still in the Home Depot 2x4 stage of woodworking). 🤣
I didn't see it mentioned anywhere, but I'm pretty sure the 2x and 3x markings are for '2 by' and '3 by'. As in 2x is for cutting a 2x6 etc.
Lol yes
Lots of people are sleeping on the Skil cordless line. I have Milwaukee, Ridgid, Ryobi, Hercules and Skil cordless tools, most are Milwaukee but it's just about impossible to stay with one battery platform. Anyway the Skil cordless tools I have are all quality tools. I can't say how well they would handle daily construction abuse but I've liked every one I've purchased. Their 90 degree impact driver out performs my Milwaukee by a fair amount. I'd definitely recommend them to any Prosumer out there. While they don't have the product line depth as Ridgid I'd say they fall into the same category as them.
I would guess that this is a little better price point than some of the others.
I bought a Skill skill-saw a couple of years ago! It’s not a track saw . But it has plenty of power! Good video Matt! 👍🏼
That’s got to be a big sawdust generator! Loving my Makita Track Saw.
Great post Matt. In the middle of trying to decide // the dust collection kills this for me on the Skil
People don't realize wood dust is carcinogenic, buy tools with a great dust collection and wear a quality respirator.
I couldn't agree more! I am 3 1/2yrs in remission from lung cancer (which they caught really early) but mine was from Vietnam agent orange. BUT that means my lungs are even more susceptible to further damage. I can't even express how much you don't want to go through chemo/radiation!
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Well, it's not a track saw. It's a circular saw that runs on proprietary track. You can buy guide rails that any circ saw can run on. And there is no dust collection to speak of without a covered blade.
Still hoping to see you review the larger WEN corded track saw CT1272. 12 amps, 7-1/4" blade, solid & well made. Fits on industry standard track (WEN, Powertec, Festool, Makita). $170 at HD.
Thank you for the review. You had reviewed and recommended the Wen track saw, which is another a low price saw (corded). How does it compare to the Skil? The Wen had good dust collection, and came with a 2 piece 100" tracks.
THIS. I was just coming to comment the exact question since in a previous video he had been all in on the Wen as the budget option. A comparison would be great between the two.
Though Skil is not the professional brand it used to be, its nice see they're making decent tools under the name. I own a few old aluminum body classics, My Skil 100 power planer is my baby.
Helpful tip. Get some grip tape and put it on the bottom of the track on both sides. Makita has a 36 volt. DeWalt has a but it is only sold in Europe. Hikoki is coming out with one also only available in Europe
I'm right handed and find my Festool, and most other quality track saws, quite awkward at making edge cuts. Either have to hold the tool with my arm across my body or use it left handed, which I'm awful with. My answer was to buy the Kregg track saw and tracks. The saw is 'right handed', (the motor is on the opposite side to the Festool and most other track saws), this makes edge cutting on long boards fast and easy to use.
You should try their new nailer - $150 with a battery! I have their portable table saw and I have to say it is impressive, even for the low price.
Would like to see that, got a link?
@@scottparat th-cam.com/video/V8cx176jxj4/w-d-xo.html He also has a review of the table saw.
Thanks for sharing your review and your honest pros & cons on this particular tool. Great details, much appreciated!
Using a standard 7 1/4, 5/8 arbor blade is the best feature
Why not compare it to the corded Wen which i got for $164 last fall. For sheet goods it rocks. Tracks are better and compatible to many. Yes cutting angle cuts not trustworthy but for everything else its the best budget track saw. Saw your review and bought it
Got a dewalt guide rails for my dewalt circular saw as i also use it as a plunge saw, no need buying two separate tools when one tool can do it all 😉
At first I dismissed this due to dust collection but then it dawned on me I would use this outside the shop anyway due to such a small shop so dust collection for this particular tool wouldn't matter. For as often as I'd need it this might be a good option, even when at my real job I don't rip sheet goods often so it would serve me well for occasional use.
I own skil pwrcore 20 line of compact tools. For my diy projects they are outstanding value in terms of price performance. Highly recommend
They are good tools. I think Skil and Metabo HPT are some of the best value for the money in their respective markets (DIY and value oreinted professional, respectively).
Skil powertools are manufactured by the same company that manufacturers Flex powertools. There's a place for this saw kit for some, but for a little more you can buy the Wen 20V track saw and Powertec tracks
Proclaiming it Feels good in the hand, not overly heavy without a battery attached - that’s kind of like saying my pickup has great acceleration and cornering with no fuel in it.
I bought saw (tool only, no track) a few months ago. I shortly after got the rip fence. I was wondering if they planned to make some kind of track when I bought it, but did not see it anywhere at the time. This video pretty much stated all the reasons I purchased the saw and would buy the track. I have a few Skil 20volt. Like them and good price. Pretty much starting to replace my aging Craftsman 19.2 volt with these.
I love all these you tube informercials . They are selling pitches for these company’s. The more viewers the more these company’s use these guys to sell there products. Remember the old informercial “just set it and forget it “.😂 The only thing missing here is where is the the toll- free numbers to call.😂😂😂
I love skil tbh. I use most of there stuff. Electric screw driver, drill, normal circle saw. I like the fact that it feels "real" if that makes sense. Also a lot cheaper then most other stuff... Or at least the ones I bought anyway.
I'm going to be buying a track saw soon for cutting plywood for joinery, thanks for the heads up on the dust collection and track.
Agree, the single rail kills this for me. Hoping for a lower cost track saw I was excited for this until seeing that.
Love your channel with I could have one of those saws. I dont do wood work for work just a hobby. I really appreciate you talking like a normal person.
Thanks 👍
Skil is made by Chervon Holdings, the same company that makes Flex, EGO, and the Kobalt cordless and corded power tools for Lowes.
Thanks for this review, as I'm considering a track saw purchase and I like SKIL products! But dust collection is a major consideration for me.
This is great for guys who build outdoor decks. Specifically, when they run composite decking long then cut it with a track saw. Why you ask well because with the enclosed track saw (festool type) the plastic from the composite gets caught in the enclosure and stops the blade. Most guys run them with the enclosure open, that's why I feel that the skill track saw will work great as the plastic will not blind on the blade.
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What do you mean
I love skil. If i didnt already have all yellow and was on a tight budget id definitely go to them
blade guard lifting the saw on back motion is a recall issue, if you ask me. good catch! 👍 10:00
Most tracksaws are plunge saws, they are spring loaded so you push down & make the cut, then when you lift it off the blade retracts... this saw does not do that...
As for the track not having a grippy surface, when I made a DIY track years ago, I used a finely Vee-notched spreader to apply silicone to the bottom... it worked great !!
Thanks for the vid and Happy New Year !
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I love Skil power tools. I have had them all my life
I would love to see you review several aftermarket tracks together, like a head-to-head contest. I've read so many bad reviews for aftermarket tracks that it just put me off buying one altogether. It's a bit overwhelming without the funds to purchase and test each model.
I see WEN now has a cordless 6.5 inch version that looks the same as their corded version. Sells for $182 with 2 batteries and charger. Adding WEN tracks is another $80 or the better option IMO are the Powertec tracks for $120. I wish they had it or I knew about it before I bought the corded version. If I had to choose between the WEN or the skilsaw I would pick the WEN mainly, because of the track.
Might have been already pointed out but looks like backwards engineering of their circular saw to be a track saw.
Great review
I do need a track saw, odds are good still going to go with Ridgid, its the batteries I have. But you know I feel like skil is really coming up as a brand. The 10 in table saw is one Im eyeing getting(my Ryobi one is horrible. And I have a CNC and was going to build a router table, the 14 amp with electric speed and wood settings really caught my eye there. And they all seem to be very good prices, for the given quality im seeing in reviews. Just as a brand Skil has my attention
I could see this being really handy on a job site where you don't need dust collection, and you're breaking down a lot of sheet goods. Maybe a framer would find this useful.
Its about time someone did this! I breakdown sheet goods only a couple of times a year and its tough on a jobsite tablesaw with no garage. Would love if this became a market changer. Not interested in getting into yet another battery platform
I'm in the same boat. I'm only breaking down sheet goods occasionally. I just pull out a couple folding tables, throw a sacrificial sheet of insulation on them, then use a straight edge and clamps with my regular circular saw.
Takes a little longer but accuracy is great if you're careful.
Another good review. Remind me why you don't make reference to the Makita track saw.
I've never used one. I need to order one for sure. Heard nothing but great things about them.
So Chervon is adding to Skil 20v line, just saw they have a Skil 20v brad nailer. You can get 15% off at Menards . Chervon doesn't mind cannibalizing Masterforce line at Menards. Maybe they gonna push someone out. Good deal!
Thanks so much for the info and reppin the shirt brother 😉 🙏
For a cordless, not bad, but as a full time professional craftsman, I would highly recommend looking online marketplace, etc. For the woodworkers out there looking for a better cheaper option, I found corded Makita with a solid 55” festool track online used for $300 last year that has been a game changer! I also bought the WEN 110” track for cheap and it fits both Makita And Festool(for when you upgrade down the road 😉)
Side note make sure to subscribe to this channel bc you’ll never be disappointed with his content! 😊
Most don't know this but Skil and the Flex line are made by same company in China that's why they are similar. Of course Flex is the better made line
Thanks 👍 for the honesty in your review Matt! (I'm not the least bit surprised you were honest, because you always are!) I have one question about the track not being anti-slip. Could you attach perhaps like a non-slip sanding mat material or something like that to the bottom of the track without interfering with the functionality of the saw, except for the blade depth being different? I hope I made that clear. I didn't know exactly how to phrase it. I was thinking along the line of contact cement. 😊
Thanks. I think that would probably work.
@@731Woodworks Thanks Matt!
I added stair tread adhesive to the bottom of my DIY track; probably overkill but it works well.
I still think you should check out the master force tracksaw
Makita does this with their 10 1/4 circular saw... not the track saw
This is great! Since Chervon is the parent company of both Skil and Flex, it gives me hope that Flex will be coming out with a track saw as well. I just hope when they do, they make theirs compatible with the Festool tracks.
I hope so too!
Have you tried out the WEN track saw? 🤔 Got plans to do a review on it?
Great option for us weekend warriors :)
I think so too!
Good video. You really should have mentioned cutting on a sacrificial/backer plywood. This makes bottom-side tear outs a thing of the past. You can combine a review and track saw education into 1 video that way.
Good tip personally I use a sheet of foam insulation for that purpose.
Good thing you didn’t drop that set screw, if you work bench is any like mine it has an invisible portal to Narnia where everything I drop falls into never to be seen again.
thanks, always good information. But, I have a ton of Dewalt so the battery is an issue.
I'm thinking that knob on the side is for an edge guide when not used with the track. Is the edge guide included? Most are cheap, stamped and bent steel. It may have fallen and disappeared under your toolbox........ get a magnetic retrieval device....
Maybe the 2X is “2 by” and the 3X is “3 by”? Idk
that Saw reminds me of my FLEX circular saw so much.
Might be because Chervon makes Flex and Skil and Kobalt and Masterforce.
Great review! Very helpful! I was wondering...since this is a circular saw that has additions for a track, what is your opinion of this vs. having a decent circular saw and using the Milescraft track? Specifically for the cost savings.
The Milescraft is a great option for sure. If you already have a good circular saw, you'd probably be happier with the Milescraft.
Products like this kill me, but I'm happy it's available. I have the Makita corded(and I'm super happy about that cord) with the long and short track(build a box for those~!~)and love it. I bought it from Tool Nut as well, it's slightly underpowered, but, that's the only complaint, it also cost a whole lot more. Dust collection is superb if you tape over the little window. This would be great for someone starting out, or for breaking down plywood outside. Great review.....
I couldn't help but notice the similarities to my FLEX tools. They're owned by the same parent company. I wonder if the batteries/ chargers are interchangeable?
Thanks for the review and all you're other reviews. Your spot on with everything... don't care too much for the advertisement on your tee shirts, but who cares about that, the content is what I'm checking in for!! THX AGAIN
This appears to be a nice bundle. However, it appears that the Skil track would not be compatible with any other circular saw, such as my DeWalt. That’s disappointing. All you would need is a baseplate - for which Skil has already done virtually all the engineering. Then they could offer some competition to Bora, Kreg and Milescraft. Oh well.
What happened to skil? they where industry standard in professional circular saws and the reason world over we call that type of tool a ‘skill saw’…now they make hobbyist grade tools. How come? ..such a shame.
My bosch ccs180 has the ability to run on a track if i wanted to that's the same concept behind this except for this got probably more power
Love the videos, they are very informative and thorough. I’ve been a subscriber for quite a while. I’ve been looking for a track saw. I’m in the Ridgid platform but it’s sold out. I’ve been eyeballing the master force corded set from Menards. Was just wondering if you could do a video on it? Keep up the great work 👊
thank you for (another) excellent video
I just want to say that I am learning wood work and I love your work but more importantly how you represent Jesus!! I would like to say hi to you one day! Thank you brother! Love you man
@2:20 FYI -- those are often called "grub screws"
Matt, First as a Christian I always love to see when a man is man enough to wear the shirts that honor God. Keep that up brother.
Secondly, you should explore the Skil PWRCore 12 as well as 20 system
I think you’ll be impressed by them. I’ve got many of them and love them. They’ve all had battery and charger, they’re surprisingly powerful and have best LED lighting on some tools for example 12v LED is awesome. Also, the tools are priced better than other big names.
I feel like many of your viewers would love to see the Skil lineup in action
Flex needs a track saw I will buy into the line tomorrow if they do.
Definitely not the first brand to have a track compatible circular saw, and not the first affordable brand either. Many brands have done this, and done it better too. The track compatibility was definitely an after thought, and not a very good one at that. No virtual pivot to allow 90/45 on the same side of the track, one slot track is terrible, no anti slip strips, no compatability with other brands.
Evolution have had a corded one with Festool/makita pattern track for years. There's a new gen track and a cordless version of the saw coming this year from them.
Would this track work with Skil's 40v saw? Or is it only designed to with with this base plate?
"No one SAW this coming!" 🤣🤣🤣
Knew it would be said already. Lolol
Your reviews are awesome but, your shirts are absolutely fantastic! (And truthful). You should sell them. God bless.
Glad you like them!
In the netherlands dewalt makes a circular saw that fits on a track to
Bosch has a circ saw in their Profactor line that is billed as "track compatible," but it's much more expensive and doesn't come with the tracks.
Looks like a good choice for someone with a limited tool budget and that doesn't have a circular saw already. Doesn't seem up to par with the Skil table saw though.
Not worried about corded vs cordless and in the track saw market. Is it worth spending the extra $150 and going with the Kreg track saw or going with this Skil for cheaper? Going to get used on some DIY stuff (mostly plywood) around the house and probably only get used a 15-20 days a year max.
I might be cheap for saying this but a track saw is a luxury
Nice review! SKIL is showing up!
Hey Mr fist bump lol you've come a long way since your first videos keep up the great work 👍 😀
Hey, thanks!
YAY ! I've been waiting on this video.
makita makes a cordless skilly that can be used with there tracks
Well made and interesting. Thank you.
The idea is dead on. If all circular saws could go on the company’s track for track saw more people would buy the tracks. Great idea to have 2 saw options for tracksaw. Lots of dust collection or none😂
I hate Skil! I despise them! They make so many genuinely good tools with so many innovative features like power jump, power share, halo lighting with task light mode and so on all while selling at a really good price point that they make me regret many of my past tool purchases! That’s why I hate and despise them!
Damn you Chervon for what you’ve done with Flex, Skil, and Ego!
Are we going to see makita 40v on this channel. Great video 👍
Do we need to see that? I can make that happen 🤣
@731Woodworks I am a Makita fan and trying to decide if the 40v track saw is going to be a good option for a 2nd track saw now that the competition has come out with some good ones. You see I cut stone countertops on a regular basis
with my currant saw but it does take a toll on them after a while. And now I need a wood only saw.
Still on the poor man track saw with a skil saw. I have been on the fence for a while with what to buy. Closed my shop and am getting older, not sure if I will take the plunge.
Have to imagine with the Skil being so similar to the Flex circulars that we will see a Flex track saw, or (hopefully) options to use their existing saws with track.
Skil and Flex are made by the same company. Chervon is the name of the parent company and the company also make tools for other brands on top of their other brands like Ego and 2 other Asian Brands
Cool. Someday hopefully I will afford a good tracksaw.
Matt films himself browsing tool stores on the internet so he can be ready to demonstrate his surprise to the camera at any moment :)
lol actually I made that clip for a different video last year but my awesome video editor added the screen record of the Skil Track saw to this video. Like magic lol
Good morning Matt
The saw reminds me of a Milwaukee a bit
When you do these test cuts in walnut. Can I have them. LOL that stuff is no cheeeep and I can use them!
It would be nice to have this as a corded saw as well