The Splinter Report: January 23rd

Welcome to The Splinter Report, where I gather the assorted interesting and amusing things I’ve seen in the woodworking world. This week we’re looking at circular saws, haunted chairs, and oboes.

Tool News Quick Bites

Milwaukee has new saw that is the same as the old saw, just different: I’m being somewhat tongue-in-cheek here with the headline. To be more accurate, Milwaukee has released a version of their M18 FUEL 7-1/4″ Circular Saw with added ONE-KEY functionality. Think of it as the jobsite version of this saw. For those who are unfamiliar, ONE-KEY is a system that allows the owner of the tool to track and manage it, including the ability to remotely disable the tool if it’s stolen. There’s also a rear-handled version coming out as well.

Milwaukee has new saw that is bigger: But wait, there’s more! Milwaukee has a big honkin’ 10-1/4″ rear handle…