Dremel has been on an innovation kick these past few years, first releasing their Multi-Max Oscillating tool before anyone else (except the original patent, holder, Fein) and then coming out with their corded Trio multi-application tool. The new Dremel Saw-Max handheld circular saw is a one-handed, ergonomic handheld saw designed for micro-circular saw applications. The tool is aimed squarely at the DIY and hobbyist crowd, but pros may find it perfect for its extreme portability in making simple crosscuts and undercuts without the need for a miter saw or other cumbersome tools.
Dremel Saw-Max Handheld Circular Saw Features
The new Dremel Saw-Max handheld circular saw isn’t a new design per se, it follows the same model as other micro cutting tools we’ve reviewed previously, like the SMC Mastermind 3-inch Circular Saw. What we like about this product in particular, however, is that it’s a Dremel – and that typically means you’re going to be able to pick up accessories for it at your local hardware or home improvement warehouse store.
Dremel has always been about cutting, and the Saw-Max seems to continue in that niche, letting users make precise cuts with the use of various compact cutting wheels. The tool will cut up to 3/4″ deep, so its perfect for plywood, or even hardwood or laminate flooring as well as tile and other materials. The tool allows for straight cuts as well as plunge cuts and it will work on wood, plastic, laminate, sheet metal, and even tile. The tool also has the ability to lay on its side and perform flush cuts like an undercutting saw along baseboards and doorways.
The Dremel Saw-Max handheld circular saw is going to retail for $129.99 and will be available beginning in October.
