Has anybody any experience with this as buying it for use only a few times is a bit hard to swallow given their prices!

Makita DSS611Z Body Only 18V 165mm Circular Saw - Lawson HIS Makita DSS611Z Body Only 18V 165mm Circular Saw - Lawson HIS

Lithium-ion batteries have greater life spans than their Ni-MH or Ni-Cad counterparts giving 430% greater run time This DSS611Z has a very powerful motor, that is powered by 18V Li-ion battery (not included) to deliver smooth cutting power at a high rotational speed of up to 3,700 rpm.The Makita DSS611Z is a powerful and versatile cordless circular saw that is perfect for a variety of woodworking applications. It is lightweight and compact, making it easy to maneuver, and it features a 50 degree bevel capacity for added versatility. The saw also comes with a removable dust nozzle for dust extraction, a rubberized soft grip for comfortable handling, and a double safety trigger to prevent accidental starting. If you are looking for a powerful and efficient cordless circular saw that is also lightweight and compact, then the Makita DSS611Z is the perfect choice for you. Features:

MAKITA DSS611Z 18v Circular saw - 165mm blade - Howe Tools MAKITA DSS611Z 18v Circular saw - 165mm blade - Howe Tools

The Makita DSS611 circular saw has been developed as a cost-competitive sister tool of Model DSS610. It is ideal for professional work and for DIY projects as it features the same lightweight design, portability and high performance as DSS610 with less functionality. Model BSS611 has been developed as a cost-competitive sister tool of Model BSS610. Features the same lightweight design, portability and high performance as BSS610 although the following functions have been removed: LED Job light, Positive stop at 45 degrees, Blower function, Electric brake.If the tool is faulty within 30 days of buying it, we will arrange for its collection at no cost to you and supply a replacement. The 22 minute charge time with the air cooled Makstar Optimum Charging System means you dont have to wait too long to have this tool fully charged

Makita 18V 165mm Cordless Circular Saw - Toolstation Makita 18V 165mm Cordless Circular Saw - Toolstation

Lithium-ion batteries have greater life spans than their Ni-MH or Ni-Cad counterparts giving 430% greater run time.No way, had no idea they produce their own too. Now I just need to figure out what model I have as the little metallic plate is pretty much scratched off! O dear. the tool is not an Air Compressor/ Air Tool, a Battery/ Charger, an Accessory, or a Petrol or Production Tool

Makita DSS611Z 18v Cordless LXT Lithium Ion Circular Saw

Makita DSS611Z 18v 165mm LXT Circular Saw Bare Unit The makita dss611z has been developed as a cost-competitive sister tool of The Model DSS610 Makita circular saw 18v. The following functions have been removed: LED Job light, Positive stop at 45 degrees, Blower function, Electric brake. Rubberised soft grip which provides comfortable handling and more control but also minimises hand strainIt comes with a Makita DSS611 circular saw TCT Saw Blade, Hex Wrench and Guide Rule, please note, this is a bare unit without a battery or charger. To make sure you've got the right circular saw - 165mm blade: Choosing the right battery: Cordless (or battery powered) tools have various chemical battery types; Li-ion is the latest technology, prior to that it was Ni-MH and Ni-Cad was the original. The higher the Ah (Ampere hours) the longer the interval between charges; the fewer times you recharge a battery the longer it will last. Some cordless tools can also come without batteries - also referred to as naked, bare units or body only. These tools are supplied without a battery or charger and more often than not without any accessoires. As a result they are significantly cheaper in price. Works with all power tools that feature a yellow connector plate or has a star on the connector plate