Remember when you had a well-balanced and lightweight circular saw at your disposal? Sink your teeth into a variety of woodworking projects with the WEN 12A 7-1/4-Inch Sidewinder Circular Saw. Attack boards up to 2-1/2 inches thick with the included 24-tooth carbide-tipped blade. Simply bevel the blade anywhere from 0 to 45 degrees for precise angled cuts. Adjust the depth stop to your desired cutting depth for the perfect plunge cut in even the hardest of woods. The blade guard automatically retracts during operation for maximum safety in-between cuts. The compact design weights in at a mere 8.7 pounds, making both storage and transportation easier than ever. This package also includes a handy rip guide that adjusts anywhere from 0 to 8 inches as well as a dust port adapter.