CRAFTSMAN CMES510 7-1/4-Inch 15-Amp Circular Saw

The CRAFTSMAN CMES510 circular saw is a corded 7-1/4-inch model with a 15-amp rating and an adjustable bevel shoe. Its listed kit includes an 18-tooth carbide-tipped blade and hex wrench, while the listing gives inconsistent speed figures that are worth checking before purchase.

At a glance

Tool-free bevel adjustment reaches 55 degrees, with detents at 22.5 and 45 degrees.
Spindle lock is specified for blade changes.
The listed components include an 18-tooth carbide-tipped blade and hex wrench.

Price

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Reference price: ~~$129.00~~

Price checked: Nov 13, 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Corded power avoids reliance on a saw battery during use.
Bevel adjustment and detents support angled cuts at commonly listed positions.
Metal guards, magnesium shoe and a metal rafter hook are specified.

Technical specifications

19 specifications

Identity
Brand	CRAFTSMAN
Model	CMES510

Power and battery
Power configuration	Corded Electric
Current rating	15 A
Wattage	1800 watts

Cutting and adjustment
Blade size	7-1/4"
Blade teeth	18
Maximum bevel angle	55 degrees
Bevel detents	22.5 and 45 Degree
Listed cutting capacity	up to 21/8inches Capacity for 2x material

Construction and features
Shoe material	Magnesium
Upper and lower guard	Metal
Handle material	Plastic or Polymer
Spindle lock	Spindle Lock
Colour	Red

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	14L x 9.2W x 7.9H centimetres
Weight listed	5.01 kg

Other listing details
Blade shape	Round
Warranty claim	3 Year Limited Warranty

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The listing is inconsistent on motor speed, giving 500 rpm in the details and 5,500 RPM in its feature and description text. Its 4-inch blade-length field also conflicts with the 7-1/4-inch saw and included blade description, and the stated 2x cutting capacity is malformed as “up to 21/8inches Capacity for 2x material”. Confirm the intended specifications before relying on these details. The listing's metal surface recommendation is not a clear guide to suitable work materials.

What’s in the box

Included

7-1/4-inch 18-tooth carbide-tipped blade (1)
CMES510 saw (1)
Hex wrench (1)

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Buyers wanting a corded circular saw for general cutting tasks who can work near a power outlet.
Users who need bevel cuts and prefer a spindle lock for blade changes.

Less suited to

Buyers who need cordless operation or a clearly confirmed speed and cutting-capacity specification.

CRAFTSMAN CMES510 7-1/4-Inch 15-Amp Circular Saw · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.7 / 5 · 2,111 ratings

5 stars82%82%
4 stars13%13%
3 stars4%4%
2 stars0%0%
1 star1%1%

Customer feedback is broadly positive, with customers reporting satisfaction with cutting, power, ease of use and perceived light weight. That aligns with the saw's corded 15-amp configuration and ergonomic-handle claim, but does not resolve the listing's conflicting speed details. The overall rating distribution is mostly five-star, with a smaller share of lower ratings. Ratings alone do not explain individual experiences.