I didn't find the job light much use when cutting, I didn't think it added much, chances are you already have light over your bench. It's not like the ones on the Makita drills, which are invaluable and in my view a major selling point. Can't comment on dust extraction, I'd need to try one without to understand if that's needed.

hi, ive recently changed all my cordless gear from old style makita to the new lithium gear, ive been looking at the circular saws and just wanted some advice before buying anything,hi thanks for the advice, that saw would be perfect if it was quarter of the price, how the hell is it so expensive??, is that saw or the left handed equivelent much better than the 136mm blade ones?, or is the left handed saw easy to ger used to, with or without a swanson type square??? The **Makita 5704R** is a circular saw, and it's a part of Makita's line of power tools known for their quality and reliability. Here are some key features and information about the Makita 5704R: Yes you should. Although the amount of noise produced by a circular saw can vary between brands and models, long term exposure to loud noise can cause permanent hearing damage. That is why it is a good idea to wear hearing protection. Powerful Motor:** The Makita 5704R typically features a robust and powerful motor, providing ample cutting power for a variety of applications. Cutting Depth Adjustment:** The saw often comes with a cutting depth adjustment feature, allowing you to customize the depth of your cuts, which is useful for various projects.

Dust Extraction:** Many models of the 5704R come equipped with a dust extraction system to keep your work area clean and reduce exposure to sawdust. If steps are not taken to limit the amount of vibration a machine produces and the level of exposure an individual receives, then injuries such as Vibration White Finger (VWF) will occur through Hand-Arm Vibration (HAV). This can potentially leave employers open to real issues. In July 2005 the Physical Agents Directive became UN law. The law meant that all power tools had to have their vibration levels measured and that information to be made available to anyone. This information helps towards educating the operator to understand how long they can safely operate a machine. With this app you can find out just how much of a standard daily allowance you are being exposed to for each tool you use. Built with HSE standards, you simply enter the vibration value of the tool (either manually or from a list of Makita products), how long you expect for trigger time and the Makita Vibration Calculator works out the rest. hi thanks again, your deffinateley starting to sell me on the 610, how does it handle cutting on a sawhorse or something, like if your at the end of a cut on a piece of 4 x 2, does it stay square?, i would have thought the weight of the saw on the offcut of timber would tip the blade?Durability:** Makita tools are renowned for their durability and build quality, ensuring a long tool lifespan even in demanding work environments. Vibration in the workplace is a serious risk that any power tool user should take seriously. Without the proper precautions taken, permanent damage can be incurred such as White Finger.

I've now bought and tried the 610. I got it bare unit only, and it comes without any box, they just supplied the unit with manual and allen key. The manual says to only use the saw with the offcut on the saw side (left), so I guess J&K is breaking that rule? I did the same and didn't see any problem - it's not a heavy saw but you might risk a less accurate cut that way round. Once thing I did notice, is that unlike the Makita LXT hammer drill there is no third connector to the battery, only two. The impact driver also has only two connectors. I am guessing that the third connector is for monitoring the battery temperature and allows the hammer drill to cut out when it gets too hot (it's done this on me when drilling about 6-7 wall plugs in a row). The 610 is missing the third connector, and that says to me that you should only use it for short cuts. If you're doing longer cuts take regular breaks or risk your battery. It will be interesting to see if the 630 has the third connector. Makita 5704RK 7"/190mm 240V Circular Saw, complete with Heavy Duty Carry Case and Carbide Tipped Saw Blade Circular Saw Blade:** It is designed for use with a circular saw blade, allowing you to make precise and straight cuts through different materials such as wood, plywood, MDF, and more.Guide Rails Compatibility:** Some Makita circular saws are compatible with guide rails, ensuring precise and straight cuts over longer distances. the main 18v saw makita do has the blade on the left, i personally like it on the right, the only saw ive seen with the blade on the right is the same design as the metal cutting saw, which means there is a shallower depth of cut, what do people think of the saw?, is it worth buying? Ergonomic Design:** Makita tools are known for their ergonomic design, making them comfortable to use and reducing user fatigue during extended periods of work.