Based on its design, it almost seems likely that this was a saw made briefly between 'body styles. Its heavy and appears to be built like a tank. What seems unique about this saw is the adjustment mechanisms and the enlarged blade cover. I emailed skil but they gave me a somewhat generic response saying they stoped production of the 825 in 1960 (produced from 1945-1960), but this seems contrary to what other owners saw. Based on the serial number I gather it is from the 1960's. I've searched all over the internet and can't find another example like it. I also put a fresh 40t freud blade on it. Skilsaw model 77 serial number hg796267 The armature shorted out due to excessive load, usually caused by the type of work that was being done or by an extension cord that was too long and its wire gauge too small. the more standard 7 1/4.' I flushed out the original oil with kerosene and replaced it with the modern skillsaw specific oil. This is one of the big boys with the 8 1/4' blade vs. SKIL Part Number 5280-01 Item Weight 8.7 pounds Product Dimensions 14.25 x 9.75 x 8.5 inches Item model number 5280-01 Is Discontinued By Manufacturer No Style 15Amp Circular Saw Power Source AC Voltage 60 Volts Wattage 30 watts Horsepower 2.5 Item Package Quantity 1 Head Style Flat. This estate sale was like a time capsule back to the 60's and 70's, where the guy had clearly bought a lot of stuff that he didn't use/need. I picked up this Model 77 showed for 75 No serial number.
I bought it not because I needed it, but because I couldn't resist it due to its hardware store fresh condition.
So I picked up this skilsaw at an estate sale not long ago.
