Kreg KMA2685 Rip-Cut Circular Saw Guide - Cutting Tool - Guide is Best for Regular (Side-Blade) Circular Saw - Ensure Compatibility Before Use - Woodworking Tools for Home Improvement

The Kreg KMA2685 Rip-Cut guide is a game-changer for straight, accurate cuts with a side-blade circular saw. Setup is fast and simple, and once clamped, the guide stays rock solid — no wobble or drift. Cuts come out perfectly straight every time, which makes a huge difference on sheet goods or long boards. I’ve used it on plywood, MDF, and solid wood, and it performs flawlessly every time. It’s lightweight, easy to store, and incredibly sturdy. Tip: Double-check your saw’s compatibility before purchasing, but if it fits, this guide will dramatically improve your cutting accuracy and confidence. Highly recommended for DIYers and professionals alike — precision and peace of mind in one simple tool.

Excellent product. This was way easier than using a table saw, gave me repeatable and accurate cuts. This is absolutely the way to go to rip down large sheets of plywood. The one thing I am struggling with is how to properly support the cut and the stock at the same time, I bought saw horses but I didn't think about how to actually cut the wood without hitting the saw horse. I ended up just going slow and supporting it with a stool but think I'll buy some insulation board to cut on in the future. I purchased this to help me create a french cleat wall and I needed to rip 48 4" strips out of 4'x8' plywood. I initially intended to use a table saw before I realized how heavy and tedious that would be. This Kreg rip cut made it significantly easier and faster. The worst part about this was the set-up instructions as the parts, pictures, and write-up did not match the parts in the box. All of my screws were the same size and 2 different colors and it was difficult to figure out which ones were supposed to go where. Overall this is great value for the money, well built, and extremely effective. I wish I had bought it sooner and am glad I went with a reputable brand like Kreg so I know it will last and will remain accurate in future use.

I used this Kreg cutting system to break down large plywood sheets while building shelves for my built-in closet, and it definitely helped make the project more manageable. I’ve attached photos showing the plywood I ripped — from oversized sheets to narrow precision cuts. For large boards, this tool is a huge help, and I was even able to make cuts as narrow as 1 inch. However, several issues keep this tool from earning a higher rating. First, the product arrived in basic plastic packaging with no protective covering, and the jigsaw guide piece inside was already bent and scratched before I even started. For a tool meant to support precision work, this was disappointing and cost it a star on its own. Next, the latch mechanism used to set measurements doesn’t always stay locked. Adjusting the ruler takes more effort than it should, and at times I had to hold things manually to keep my measurements steady. The entire system is made of plastic, which raises durability concerns. Even tightening screws by hand caused bending — without using a drill. That doesn’t inspire confidence for long-term, repeated use. Sliding the jigsaw along the guide also takes finesse. The head attachment can shift or loosen during cuts, which slows the process and affects consistency. The instructions were okay, but I strongly recommend watching a video tutorial first. The spacing between the saw head attachment and the actual blade isn’t perfectly accurate, so doing several test cuts is essential before starting real projects. Despite these issues, this system does handle large rip cuts well, and with patience, you can achieve more precise cuts too. Overall, while this tool is very helpful for DIYers, especially for breaking down large panels, the packaging damage, plastic construction, and latch issues prevent it from being a top-tier product. Still, it’s a useful addition to a DIY toolkit — just expect some quirks.

Was able to use with a battery powered Bosch saw as well as my 40+ year old, metal cased, cored, Craftsman saw. Just about any saw should fit on this system. Saves tons of time with easily repeatable cuts. This is especially handy when making several of the same item. One of the best upgrades for my wood shop I have added in a very long time.

I bought a cheaper one off Amazon which failed miserably over the quality of the securing grub screws which were useless, they failed within a couple of times removing the saw from the frame. So I sent it back and purchased the Kreg one. The Kreg is a much superior quality tool in every way. So pay the extra and go for the Kreg you won't regret it. It's really accurate and can soon rip a 4 ft board in half, so if like me, you like to buy 8x4 sheet material but have to have it delivered because you can't get the width of the board in your car, this is ideal for ripping them into 2 ft widths to slide into the car, if you have the right car that is of course, which I thankfully do. I've also removed and replaced my saw numerous times and the grub screws haven't had any issues, like the cheaper version I previously purchased. So I'm well happy!

Fonctionne à merveille, dommage qu’il ne soit pas plus long. C’est un must

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Ottimo

Es muy practico preciso y fácil de usar, cortas sin ningún problema aun cuando eres principiante es ideal para talleres pequeños, lo recomiendo ampliamente