Milwaukee Tool is replacing its finish circular saw blades with thick kerf versions, and the first 7-1/4 inch 40T blade is listed at $16.97, with a 10-1/4 inch 40T blade at $39.97, according to ToolGuyd. The company says the redesign gives the straightest cuts and clean finishes, and it is aimed at the most powerful cordless saws.
ToolGuyd reported the change on November 9, 2026. Milwaukee’s own product pages for the 7-1/4 inch 40T and 60T blades already describe the new design, but they show no prices, so the dollar figures below come from ToolGuyd.
What are the new Milwaukee blades?
There are three new blades, each keeping the model number of the blade it replaces:
- 7-1/4 inch 40T Thick Kerf Finish Blade, 48-40-0726, with a 10-pack as 48-41-0726
- 7-1/4 inch 60T Thick Kerf Ultra Finish Blade, 48-40-0730, with a 10-pack as 48-41-0730
- 10-1/4 inch 40T Thick Kerf Finish Blade, 48-40-1040
Milwaukee’s product pages list a 5/8 inch arbor with a diamond knock-out for the 7-1/4 inch blades. They name cobalt-infused carbide teeth that stay sharper longer, and a diamond venting pattern for cooler cutting and better chip ejection. The 40T blade is described for softwoods, hardwoods, melamine, MDF, veneered plywood, wet and treated lumber, and engineered wood such as plywood, OSB and LVL. The 60T Ultra Finish blade is aimed at reducing tear-out and chipping in trim, paneling and moldings.
The pages carry a headline claim of “50% Straighter Cuts, Ultimate Stability”. Milwaukee gives no test method or baseline on those pages, so treat it as the maker’s claim until independent tests appear. ToolGuyd adds that the 7-1/4 inch blade can also be used in compatible miter saws.
Why thick kerf?
The kerf is the width of the cut. ToolGuyd’s explanation is that cordless saws and their batteries have become powerful enough to push a thicker blade, and thicker blades generally cut straighter but need more power. Milwaukee describes the blades as optimized for the most powerful cordless saws, with strong performance at high RPMs. ToolGuyd notes that the whole blade has been redesigned, with a diamond cut-out pattern that matches the one Milwaukee already uses on its framing blades.
Milwaukee’s 7-1/4 inch 24T framing blade is still sold in two versions, a thin kerf one (48-40-0720) and a thick kerf one (48-40-0740), according to ToolGuyd.
How much do they cost, and when do they arrive?
Prices and timing, as ToolGuyd lists them:
- 7-1/4 inch 40T Finish: $16.97, expected in December 2026
- 7-1/4 inch 60T Ultra Finish: $19.97, expected in February 2027
- 10-1/4 inch 40T Finish: $39.97, expected in November 2026
These are launch prices in dollars and estimated availability. ToolGuyd does not state a country, and the 10-pack prices were not given. Milwaukee’s pages offer a “Where To Buy” link but no prices or stock, so check a retailer for your market.
ToolGuyd also notes that the current 40T finish blade is priced at $16.97 at Home Depot, which makes the new 40T a like for like price. The current 60T blade was listed at $9.97 at Home Depot, so the new 60T is listed at a higher price. Because the new blades reuse the old model numbers, an old listing may still be the previous design, so check the product photos and the “Thick Kerf” label.
Who it suits
Trim carpenters and finish crews. The 40T and 60T blades are the ones to look at if you cut trim, paneling and moldings with a cordless circular saw or a miter saw and want fewer rough edges. The 60T arrives last, in February 2027 per ToolGuyd.
Framers and deck builders. The framing blades are not part of this change, and the thin kerf and thick kerf framing versions remain available. This launch matters less to you unless you also cut finished stock.
Owners of lower power saws. Thick kerf blades need more power, according to ToolGuyd’s explanation. Milwaukee says these blades are tuned for the most powerful cordless saws, so if you run a smaller 6-1/2 inch or lower power model, check the saw’s blade specification first. The sources do not list a compatibility chart.
Shoppers watching the price. The 60T finish blade is listed well above the current blade’s Home Depot price, so you may wait for retailer pricing before switching.
What to do next
Open Milwaukee’s product page for 48-40-0726 or 48-40-0730 to see the final specs when they load, and check your preferred retailer for the 10-1/4 inch blade, which is expected first, in November 2026.
