The word is prominently applied and displayed on this series of saws. “Sidewinder” technology, branded as such, is proprietary to Skilsaw. Skilsaw is promoting a dedicated motor solution in this sidewinder. Left side view showing some of the graphics, scale features, and magnesium materials It is, however, the same weight (8.8 lbs) as another large brand name’s “lightweight” saw.
Speaking of weight, this version of the Skilsaw Pro lineup is not one of the upcoming lightweight models. Rather than stamped cold, or hot rolled metal compounds that tend to flex, the magnesium construction provides a more rigid and relatively lightweight solution. Skilsaw SPT67WM-22 Build Quality and Notable FeaturesĪll the exposed metal surfaces on the Skilsaw SPT67WM-22 magnesium sidewinder are comprised of-you guessed it…magnesium. This observation gave me a good impression that I’d have more control over what I needed the saw to do. It’s actually part of the redefined Skilsaw brand identity Beyond the name, all of the scales, numbers, and other letters are prominently raised and clear for easy viewing. I did some quick research and found this throwback look doesn’t actually mimic any previous style from the past but successfully harkens a time when quality and durability were a more significant part of the tool landscape. The upper guard prominently displays a block, vintage-looking font brand name, SKILSAW. The most noticeable first impression is the change in name graphics. Not only is this a newer model for the Skil brand, but also more significantly, it is one of the new saws Skilsaw introduced in its Pro Series.Ĭlean and retro graphics harken to an earlier day of better tool quality With that said, the Skilsaw SPT67WM-22 7 ¼” Magnesium Sidewinder Circular Saw is well dressed for its first meet and greet. It’s still what makes that initial connection. Sure, a good-looking tool may or may not be worth the asking price, or even what you paid. Making a first impression is important in life-something that’s applicable with tools as well.
Skilsaw Magnesium Sidewinder First Impressions For this review, however, I get to use the term without any issues.Įditor’s note: If you haven’t heard, Chervon acquired the Skil and Skilsaw brands, so look for some brand new tools to come out in 2017 and beyond. Even today, I have to stop and think before I start talking on this subject. Skilsaw has always been synonymous with 7-1/4″ cutting for my father’s and part of my generation. I didn’t know the generic term until my early twenties. By the way, in Dad’s house, we always referred to a circular saw as a “Skilsaw”. However, I knew I’d eventually get the best circular saw I could afford at some point as I built my own tool collection. At the time of his passing, I didn’t think to hang on to one of Dad’s saws.