jig saw reccomendations

stayalert · 11-26-07, 07:12 AM

my $29 dollar B&D jigsaw still works but is getting loose and sloppy. I'd ike to upgrade to something that has more features/power/smoothness/etc.

I've had the B&D for about 25 years so I can't really complain....I will use this portable (corded or cordless) jig saw predominantly to cut wood (broken hockey sticks!) and composites (broken skis)

I tried a Bosch a few years ago and was astounded at the smooth operation in comparison to my cheapo B&D....what say you folks?

vtcruiser60 · 11-26-07, 07:44 AM

I think this is a great product at good value too....

http://www.reconditionedsales.com/ca...425a07601.aspx

-Spike- · 11-26-07, 08:51 AM

The Bosch jigsaws I've used were sweet. I own a Porter-Cable, but I would buy a Bosch if I needed to replace it.

-Spike

Blue77FJ40 · 11-26-07, 09:01 AM

My Bosch jigsaw is over 12 years old and going strong. I highly recommend Bosch. They are worth the money.

ff347 · 11-26-07, 02:36 PM

Have the Porter Cable worm drive and love it, I have to say the bayonet blade system sucks though.

Cookiemonster · 11-26-07, 03:18 PM

Bosch.

Owned the following over the past 15yrs.
Black & Decker (back when they actually made good tools), finally died.
Porter-Cable (allen wrench style) back up tool only.
Bosch second generation quick-release.

White Shark has the first series Bosch where the top forward portion of the handle pops up and turns to tighten the blade.

Between WS & mine the Bosch's have blasted through enough laminate/Formica counter-tops and other materials to last a life time.

Cookiemonster · 11-26-07, 03:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ff347

Have the Porter Cable worm drive and love it, I have to say the bayonet blade system sucks though.

That has got to be a seriously big & heavy jig saw.

Do you mean PC's 4 1/2" worm drive trim saw?
They mainly do direct drives. In fact the SawBoss 5 1/2" is one of my favorite saws.

-Spike- · 11-26-07, 06:28 PM

It would be odd to have a bayonette-type blade on a circular saw. Not sure what ff347 is talking about though, never seen a worm drive jigsaw.

-Spike

e rock · 11-26-07, 08:11 PM

X23 for the Bosch.

ff347 · 11-27-07, 04:02 AM

It took me forever to find this product description, porter-cable's website does not even reference the 548 EHD so they were no help. Although technically what I have is not a jigsaw, I think anyone would agree it is basically the same thing.

www.taunton.com/finewoodworking/pages/w00097.asp

Bayonet saws -- Developed in the mid 1950s by Porter-Cable, the bayonet saw is a slightly different animal than the other jigsaws featured in this chapter. The low-profile Porter-Cable 548 saw uses a worm gear to transfer power to the blade-reciprocating mechanism. The saw's sturdy, nontilting base and large 7/16-in. blade orbit make it great for square cuts in metals, plastics, thinner woods, and laminates.

Scott

john_eckels · 12-01-07, 10:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by e rock

X23 for the Bosch.

I have the Bosch and love it. It is a really nice tool. I also like the support from Bosch. I purchased a refurb router from on auction and Bosch was the seller. When it arrived, the case was cracked. Bosch replaced it with a new router without any hastle. I have some Porter Cable tools and their support is below what I would expect from Harbor Freight.

stayalert · 12-07-07, 02:26 PM

I'll soon be sending a letter to the North pole and including some Bosch info.....

Gold Boy · 12-07-07, 03:27 PM

i have a dewalt jigsaw, and it's ok... but a little clumsy to use...

KLF · 12-08-07, 07:38 AM

I'll also put in a vote for the Bosch. I have a Ryobi that's OK, but if I were doing it again, I'd get the Bosch. Very highly rated. I have a couple of other Bosch tools (5" ROS and hand planer) and I really like them.

Probably the only feature my Ryobi has that I don't think the Bosche have is a laser for helping guide on straight cuts. Not a big deal, since most of the time you're cutting curves anyway.

gavman · 12-08-07, 09:50 AM

Bosch, Don't even look at the others if you want a great great tool.
I am a professional contractor and have tried and used many many other brands on site and the Bosch wins hands down

White Shark · 12-08-07, 12:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gavman

Bosch, Don't even look at the others if you want a great great tool.
I am a professional contractor and have tried and used many many other brands on site and the Bosch wins hands down

x2. Tough tool to beat. When you make a living with tools, the Bosch is the gold standard. That's why Cookiemonster and I have 4 Bosch rotohammers, a Bosch jackhammer, Bosch jigsaws, and a slew of other Bosch stuff.

We also buy other tools based upon specific specialties. It's hard to beat Porter Cable routers and sanders. Panasonic makes killer cordless drills. DeWalt makes nice sliding compound miter saws. Bosch just happens to make awesome jigsaws and rotohammers.

..

gavman · 12-08-07, 01:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by White Shark

x2. Tough tool to beat. When you make a living with tools, the Bosch is the gold standard. That's why Cookiemonster and I have 4 Bosch rotohammers, a Bosch jackhammer, Bosch jigsaws, and a slew of other Bosch stuff.

We also buy other tools based upon specific specialties. It's hard to beat Porter Cable routers and sanders. Panasonic makes killer cordless drills. DeWalt makes nice sliding compound miter saws. Bosch just happens to make awesome jigsaws and rotohammers.

..

Agreed, Milwaukee make one of the best sazwall's and i really like the 18volt De-Walt drill.
Lots of manufacturers make good lines in one type of tool and not so good in others

RWD · 12-08-07, 02:03 PM

I like the Bosch too. Excellent tool. I'm a carpenter and use one almost every day. Very smooth and precise cut.

D'Animal · 12-15-07, 08:16 AM

I asked for a Bosch jig saw for my birthday. The salesman showed her some Sawsalls. I alread have 3 of them.

My wife bought me a Jet BandSaw instead.

-Spike- · 12-15-07, 08:21 AM

Wow, that's a nice trade-up.

Buy yourself the jigsaw later.

-Spike

stayalert · 12-18-07, 06:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by -Spike-

Wow, that's a nice trade-up.

Buy yourself the jigsaw later.

-Spike

Mmmmm bandsaw on my wish list just not right now too much$$$ the portability of a jigsaw is what I'm currnetly after as well.....

beaufort-fj60 · 12-18-07, 06:39 AM

I've had this one for a few years... I like it because you can adjust the speed with your finger as your cutting. That is a nice feature.

DeWalt DW321K (Reconditioned) Jig Saw at Tools Plus

i think it was close to $200 when i got it.

D'Animal · 12-19-07, 09:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by stayalert

Mmmmm bandsaw on my wish list just not right now too much$$$ the portability of a jigsaw is what I'm currnetly after as well.....

She bought it new from one of my customers. $265.00 delivered and assembled on the stand.

stayalert · 01-16-08, 09:36 AM

Got a Bosch jig saw - I'm VERY happy with it. recently made quick work of some hockey sticks, sheet metal, nothing too intricate yet......Highly reccomended for anyone considering a jigsaw. This thing is smooth powerful and has a lot of nice easy to use features.

450 DUDE · 01-16-08, 11:12 PM

Gosh darn it , I got suked into this thread and now I need a jig saw!
Now that the mission is complete for stayalert , Does anybody know about that pneumatic jig saw from Bosch?

Bosch 7561-118 Pneumatic Jig Saw

Very sexy!

ken

e rock · 01-17-08, 06:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 450 DUDE

Does anybody know about that pneumatic jig saw from Bosch?

Bosch 7561-118 Pneumatic Jig Saw

Very sexy!

ken

27.5 CFM??? Uhh. Dayumm.

11-26-07, 07:12 AM	#1
stayalert IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Norwich, VT Posts: 966	jig saw reccomendations my $29 dollar B&D jigsaw still works but is getting loose and sloppy. I'd ike to upgrade to something that has more features/power/smoothness/etc. I've had the B&D for about 25 years so I can't really complain....I will use this portable (corded or cordless) jig saw predominantly to cut wood (broken hockey sticks!) and composites (broken skis) I tried a Bosch a few years ago and was astounded at the smooth operation in comparison to my cheapo B&D....what say you folks?

11-26-07, 08:51 AM	#3
-Spike- IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: May 2005 Location: Phoenix Posts: 3,207	The Bosch jigsaws I've used were sweet. I own a Porter-Cable, but I would buy a Bosch if I needed to replace it. -Spike __________________ His 1994 TLC 'White Elephant' +6"/35" Locked and loaded. Hers '95 TLC Bare bones. "I don't understand this business of illegal aliens giving birth to American citizens. If your cat has kittens in the oven, would you call them biscuits?" -Unknown

11-26-07, 09:01 AM	#4
Blue77FJ40 IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: MD Posts: 1,118	My Bosch jigsaw is over 12 years old and going strong. I highly recommend Bosch. They are worth the money. __________________ '77 FJ40: HFS, 33's, Locked and Low'd

11-26-07, 02:36 PM	#5
ff347 IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: UPSTATE SOUTH CAROLINA TLCA# 16921 Posts: 369	Have the Porter Cable worm drive and love it, I have to say the bayonet blade system sucks though. __________________ And the plot thinnens....................... 100 and a 60

11-26-07, 03:18 PM	#6
Cookiemonster IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: CA Bay Area Posts: 455	Bosch. Owned the following over the past 15yrs. Black & Decker (back when they actually made good tools), finally died. Porter-Cable (allen wrench style) back up tool only. Bosch second generation quick-release. White Shark has the first series Bosch where the top forward portion of the handle pops up and turns to tighten the blade. Between WS & mine the Bosch's have blasted through enough laminate/Formica counter-tops and other materials to last a life time. __________________ When the people fear their government, there is tyranny; when the government fears the people, there is liberty. -Thomas Jefferson

11-26-07, 07:44 AM	#2
vtcruiser60 IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Sep 2003 TLCA# 15129 Posts: 1,267	I think this is a great product at good value too.... http://www.reconditionedsales.com/ca...425a07601.aspx

11-26-07, 06:28 PM	#8
-Spike- IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: May 2005 Location: Phoenix Posts: 3,207	It would be odd to have a bayonette-type blade on a circular saw. Not sure what ff347 is talking about though, never seen a worm drive jigsaw. -Spike __________________ His 1994 TLC 'White Elephant' +6"/35" Locked and loaded. Hers '95 TLC Bare bones. "I don't understand this business of illegal aliens giving birth to American citizens. If your cat has kittens in the oven, would you call them biscuits?" -Unknown

11-26-07, 08:11 PM	#9
e rock IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Monroe, WA TLCA# 6829 Posts: 1,218	X23 for the Bosch. __________________ -Eric 64 FJ40, slightly modified. 97 LX450, bone stock.

11-27-07, 04:02 AM	#10
ff347 IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: UPSTATE SOUTH CAROLINA TLCA# 16921 Posts: 369	It took me forever to find this product description, porter-cable's website does not even reference the 548 EHD so they were no help. Although technically what I have is not a jigsaw, I think anyone would agree it is basically the same thing. www.taunton.com/finewoodworking/pages/w00097.asp Bayonet saws -- Developed in the mid 1950s by Porter-Cable, the bayonet saw is a slightly different animal than the other jigsaws featured in this chapter. The low-profile Porter-Cable 548 saw uses a worm gear to transfer power to the blade-reciprocating mechanism. The saw's sturdy, nontilting base and large 7/16-in. blade orbit make it great for square cuts in metals, plastics, thinner woods, and laminates. Scott __________________ And the plot thinnens....................... 100 and a 60

12-07-07, 02:26 PM	#12
stayalert IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Norwich, VT Posts: 966	I'll soon be sending a letter to the North pole and including some Bosch info.....

12-07-07, 03:27 PM	#13
Gold Boy it's fishing time! Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Southern Interior, BC, Canada. Posts: 1,445 Blog Entries: 1	i have a dewalt jigsaw, and it's ok... but a little clumsy to use... __________________ BJ74 & TUFT & U-AFPT

12-08-07, 07:38 AM	#14
KLF IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Southern NH Posts: 1,715	I'll also put in a vote for the Bosch. I have a Ryobi that's OK, but if I were doing it again, I'd get the Bosch. Very highly rated. I have a couple of other Bosch tools (5" ROS and hand planer) and I really like them. Probably the only feature my Ryobi has that I don't think the Bosche have is a laser for helping guide on straight cuts. Not a big deal, since most of the time you're cutting curves anyway. __________________ KB1OSF '87 Toyota xcab SR5 - SAS'd, stuff '98 Lexus ES300 '04 Toyota Highlander

12-08-07, 09:50 AM	#15
gavman IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Vancouver Canada Posts: 125	Bosch, Don't even look at the others if you want a great great tool. I am a professional contractor and have tried and used many many other brands on site and the Bosch wins hands down

12-08-07, 02:03 PM	#18
RWD IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: south burbs of Chicago Posts: 128	I like the Bosch too. Excellent tool. I'm a carpenter and use one almost every day. Very smooth and precise cut. __________________ 97 LX 450 stock 93 T 100

12-15-07, 08:16 AM	#19
D'Animal Beagles Rule! Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Central California TLCA# 17104 Posts: 9,057	I asked for a Bosch jig saw for my birthday. The salesman showed her some Sawsalls. I alread have 3 of them. My wife bought me a Jet BandSaw instead. __________________ Cruiser Dan at American Toyota Phone is 1-800-432-6668 ext. 8 (I am not cruiser Dan) My Tow Rig = http://forum.ih8mud.com/hardcore-cor...g-tow-rig.html

12-15-07, 08:21 AM	#20
-Spike- IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: May 2005 Location: Phoenix Posts: 3,207	Wow, that's a nice trade-up. Buy yourself the jigsaw later. -Spike __________________ His 1994 TLC 'White Elephant' +6"/35" Locked and loaded. Hers '95 TLC Bare bones. "I don't understand this business of illegal aliens giving birth to American citizens. If your cat has kittens in the oven, would you call them biscuits?" -Unknown

12-18-07, 06:39 AM	#22
beaufort-fj60 IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 3,380	I've had this one for a few years... I like it because you can adjust the speed with your finger as your cutting. That is a nice feature. DeWalt DW321K (Reconditioned) Jig Saw at Tools Plus i think it was close to $200 when i got it. __________________ Real Americans drink PBR

01-16-08, 09:36 AM	#24
stayalert IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Norwich, VT Posts: 966	Got a Bosch jig saw - I'm VERY happy with it. recently made quick work of some hockey sticks, sheet metal, nothing too intricate yet......Highly reccomended for anyone considering a jigsaw. This thing is smooth powerful and has a lot of nice easy to use features.

01-16-08, 11:12 PM	#25
450 DUDE IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Ione CA Posts: 1,150	Gosh darn it , I got suked into this thread and now I need a jig saw! Now that the mission is complete for stayalert , Does anybody know about that pneumatic jig saw from Bosch? Bosch 7561-118 Pneumatic Jig Saw Very sexy! ken __________________ 97 with thingy's and dodads Now with added geek KI6JEO

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