dewallt cordless circular saws

[dbeier@nctc.net]

hi. i am looking to buy a dewalt 18v cordless circular saw, mainly this brand because it is good and also because i already have the batteries and charger. can someone tell me the difference between the dc 390 and the dw 939? thanks...

[cmoorejack]

Hey,
The DW939 is a totally redesigned saw with a lot better quality. all the internal parts are different from the dc390...but along comes with that is it costs more to repair..!
Hope this has been helpful..
Craig

[dbeier@nctc.net]

I called makita and they said buy the dc 390, because that the dw 939 was discontinued. But you got me going now because the dw 939 sounds like a better tool. At ewarehousedirect .com they have both tools reconditioned, the dc390 for 39.99 and the dw939 for 89.95. I thought the dw939 cost more because it was older and availability was less, but maybe it cost more because be cause its better. What do you think?

Thanks dave...

[cmoorejack]

Hey dave,
it is because it is a better tool..parts should be still be available for it for a while even if it is discontinued..go for the good one..!
Craig

[gabes413]

does anyone know how many amp the motor is for the dw939?

[ifix2ls]

e-Bay sells lots of DeWalt tools seperately, no batteries or chargers. Hole lot cheeper and new or referbished.
Good Luck,
mike

[regpaquet]

My saw has trouble even cutting through piece of plywood. tried a new blade, new battery, and yes it was charged. Could it be the brushes, and if so how would i know they were worn out. I pulled them out and looked at them but they dont look all that worn.