Can it cut 4x4 lumber in one pass?

Yes. The 10-1/4 inch blade gives a 3-13/16 inch depth at 90 degrees, enough to cut through 4x material in a single pass.

Does it have a brake?

No. The HS0600 has no electric brake, so the blade coasts to a stop after the trigger is released.

What is included in the box?

The saw, a 10-1/4 inch 24-tooth carbide framing blade, a rip fence, a wrench, a wrench holder and the owner's manual.

How deep does it cut at 45 degrees?

Depth is 2-11/16 inches at 45 degrees, and the saw bevels up to 50 degrees.

Is it corded or cordless?

It is corded, running on AC mains, so it needs an outlet or extension cord.

How does it compare with a 7-1/4 inch saw?

It is larger and heavier but cuts much deeper, letting you handle beams and 4x lumber that a 7-1/4 inch saw cannot cut in one pass.

Where is the Makita HS0600 10-1/4 Inch Circular Saw cheapest?

At Acme Tools, for $339.00, 16% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Makita HS0600 10-1/4 Inch Circular Saw?

Rated 1 out of 5 from 2 ratings.

Where can I buy the Makita HS0600 10-1/4 Inch Circular Saw?

15 stores we checked sell it, including The Home Depot, Walmart, Acme Tools, Max Tool, ToolUp.com.

Makita HS0600 10-1/4 Inch Circular Saw

Best price now

$339.00at Acme ToolsChecked 1 h ago

16% under what the other stores charge

Compared across 15 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

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What reviewers say

Owners of Makita's big corded saws generally praise the power and the ability to cut thick lumber in one pass, and describe the build as solid. Complaints tend to focus on weight and the lack of a brake.

What people mention

PowerPraisedOwners say the 15 amp motor handles beams and thick lumber without bogging down.
Cut capacityPraisedReviewers value cutting 4x material in one pass instead of flipping the workpiece.
WeightCriticisedAt 15.2 lbs it is tiring to use overhead or for long stretches.
BrakeCriticisedSome users miss an electric brake that stops the blade quickly after a cut.
BuildPraisedThe magnesium blade case and aluminum base are described as durable and rigid.
Bevel adjustmentMixedBevel cuts up to 50 degrees are accurate, but some find the levers stiff to set.

About the Makita HS0600 10-1/4 Inch Circular Saw

The Makita HS0600 is a 10-1/4 inch corded electric circular saw. It has a 15 amp motor that runs at 4,300 RPM and cuts beams, engineered lumber and timber. It can cut 4x lumber in a single pass.

The blade case and blade guard are magnesium die cast, and the base is aluminum. Precision gearing with ball and needle bearings transmits power. Dual front and rear bevel supports add rigidity for bevel cuts, and the motor housing is flat for stability when changing blades. The saw is double insulated.

Front and top auxiliary handles are positioned for control, and the auxiliary handle has a soft grip. Large rubberized levers adjust depth and bevel. The saw bevels up to 50 degrees. The wrench stores on the saw.

Blade diameter

10-1/4 in.

Arbor

5/8 in.

Cutting capacity at 90°

3-13/16 in.

Cutting capacity at 45°

2-11/16 in.

Bevel capacity

Up to 50°

No-load speed

0 - 4,300 rpm