The Makita 10-1/4″ Circular saw (HS0600) cuts 4x material in a single pass. It has a large cutting and bevel capacity (3-13/16 inches at 90 degrees and 2-11/16 inches at 45 degrees) Convenience features include an adjustable top guide to Align notches with line-of-cut for improved accuracy, and auxiliary front and top handles positioned for comfort and control. The blade wrench is attached to the saw for fast blade changing, with a Flat motor housing design for added convenience. The large, conveniently-located adjustment knobs and levers are engineered for easier adjustments. The HS0600 has a magnesium die cast blade case and blade guard, and aluminum base for durability and less weight (only 15.2 lbs.).