Abstract: The thin kerf circular saw blade of the present invention is a high speed saw blade having a plurality of spaced teeth around its periphery. The blade contains a plurality of radial slots extending inwardly from the periphery of the blade. A combination of features including the aggressive hook angle of the teeth, a plurality of expansion slots, a shallow gullet, reinforcing shoulder, carbide cutting elements, and a thin profile provide a saw blade for cutting a thin kerf at a high cutting speed. A slick coating including friction reducing and non-stick compounds reduce resin buildup and further improve the speed of cut of the thin kerf saw blade.