Is the Makita 5007MG good for framing?

Yes. The 15 amp motor and 5,800 rpm blade speed handle dimensional lumber and plywood well, and the magnesium base stays flat under load. Framers commonly pair it with a rafter square for repeated cuts.

Does it have an electric brake?

No. The blade coasts to a stop after you release the trigger, so wait for it to stop before setting the saw down.

What blade size does it take?

It uses a 7-1/4 inch blade with a 5/8 inch arbor, the most common size for circular saws.

How does it compare with the Makita 5007F?

The 5007F has an aluminum base and weighs more. The 5007MG uses magnesium for a lighter, stiffer base and guards, with the same 15 amp motor and blade size.

Can it cut at a bevel?

Yes. The base bevels to 45 degrees with positive stops at 22.5 and 45 degrees, and the bevel scale is marked for common angles.

What comes in the box?

The saw ships with a 7-1/4 inch carbide blade, a blade wrench and a rip fence.

Where is the Makita 5007MG Circular Saw cheapest?

At Walmart, for $178.80, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Makita 5007MG Circular Saw?

Rated 5 out of 5 from 6 ratings.

Makita 5007MG Circular Saw

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Our take on the Makita 5007MG Circular Saw

The Makita 5007MG is a 7-1/4 inch circular saw with a magnesium base and guards, built for framing, decking and general cutting. Its 15 amp motor spins the blade at 5,800 rpm, and the saw weighs about 10.6 lb, lighter than most magnesium saws of its class. A built-in blower clears the cut line, and the bevel detents at 22.5 and 45 degrees speed up common angle cuts. It suits framers and serious DIYers who want a corded saw that lasts; it is heavier than a worm-drive saw's balance point and has no electric brake.

Best forFraming and deck buildingDIYers cutting lumber and plywoodOwners who want a durable corded sawRight- or left-handed general use

Pros

Magnesium base and guards keep weight down
15 amp motor with 5,800 rpm blade speed
Blower keeps the cut line clear of dust
Bevel detents at 22.5 and 45 degrees
Large, easy-to-read depth and bevel scales

Cons

No electric brake, so the blade coasts after release
Heavier than many 7-1/4 inch saws at about 10.6 lb
Corded only, no battery option
Blade wrench storage is awkward
Dust port is small and needs a shop vac adapter

Makita 5007MG Circular Saw prices at every store

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What reviewers say

Owners and reviewers rate the 5007MG as a reliable, smooth-cutting framing saw with a strong motor and a light magnesium build. Most praise its balance and cut quality; complaints center on the lack of an electric brake and the weight for overhead work.

What people mention

Motor powerPraisedOwners say it cuts through thick and wet lumber without bogging down.
WeightMixedThe magnesium build is lighter than older saws, but owners still call it heavy for overhead work.
Electric brakeCriticisedReviewers note the blade keeps spinning after the trigger is released.
Dust blowerPraisedThe blower keeps sawdust off the cut line so the blade stays visible.
Dust collectionCriticisedThe dust port is small and needs an adapter to work with a shop vac.
Blade changesMixedOwners find blade swaps workable but slower than on tool-free saws.

About the Makita 5007MG Circular Saw

Makita 7-1/4" Magnesium Circular Saw

Specifications

color: BlackSource
size: 5/8 inSource

Questions and answers

Is the Makita 5007MG good for framing?: Yes. The 15 amp motor and 5,800 rpm blade speed handle dimensional lumber and plywood well, and the magnesium base stays flat under load. Framers commonly pair it with a rafter square for repeated cuts.
Does it have an electric brake?: No. The blade coasts to a stop after you release the trigger, so wait for it to stop before setting the saw down.
What blade size does it take?: It uses a 7-1/4 inch blade with a 5/8 inch arbor, the most common size for circular saws.
How does it compare with the Makita 5007F?: The 5007F has an aluminum base and weighs more. The 5007MG uses magnesium for a lighter, stiffer base and guards, with the same 15 amp motor and blade size.
Can it cut at a bevel?: Yes. The base bevels to 45 degrees with positive stops at 22.5 and 45 degrees, and the bevel scale is marked for common angles.
What comes in the box?: The saw ships with a 7-1/4 inch carbide blade, a blade wrench and a rip fence.
Where is the Makita 5007MG Circular Saw cheapest?: At Walmart, for $178.80, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Makita 5007MG Circular Saw?: Rated 5 out of 5 from 6 ratings.