Need new 71/2 saw blade

[weelis]

I have a generic 7 1/2 inch blade on my circular saw and need to upgrade and need suggestions. I will use it mainly for ripping large stock down to manageable:saw: size. I don't know what to get and would appreciate any and all suggestions. thanks.

 

[Tarhead]

Here's what the group said last week:
http://www.ncwoodworker.net/forums/showthread.php?t=37554&highlight=circular+blade

 

[Splint Eastwood]

I like Freud Blades on any saw!

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[Glennbear]

I use Freud blades on my stationary machines and have been quite pleased. Last year I was wandering in Home Depot and the tool manager pointed out that 3 packs of DeWalt circular saw blades were on sale. Being unable to resist a bargain I picked up a pack which have held up well enough that I am still using the first one. :wsmile:

 

[BSHuff]

I have the 40 tooth Freud Diablo blade in my Bosch circular saw. Works good for light 'construction' use as well as finishing stuff. And if I recall properly it was a less than $20 blade. It cuts a very fine cut, almost as good as a tuned up tablesaw with a high end blade.

I recently got a Festool track saw, so I might turn the Bosch into more 'rough tool'

 

[Don Alexander]

might be other decent blades out there at all kinds of price points but Freud blades , used properly, have never disappointed ; been using them for many years

 

[Gofor]

I, too, use the DeWalt contractor pack blades for most circular saw work. Despite my best inspection, if there is a staple in a board, my saw will find it. If cutting close on a furniture grade ply panel, the Freud 40 gives a cleaner cut.

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[bobby g]

Here is what the Frued rep suggested last night at the Triangle Woodworkers meeting. LU79R007. Click here for details.

Bobby g