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My old B&D Industrial corded jigsaw is on its last leg so I talked my wife into letting me get the Bosch 52314. I now own a cordless drill, an impact driver and this jigsaw, all 14.4V, and couldn't be more pleased. And you don't have to worry about the cord. I don't believe that you can buy a better cordless jigsaw for the money. After being disappointed in my last 2 DeWalt purchases (cordless drills) I decided to give Bosch a try. The jigsaw is solidly built, has plenty of power, 3 orbital settings and a chip blower.
I'll be buried with mine (kidding). I have used it to cut fine detail in thick pressure treated lumber as well as standard lumber. It outperforms any corded jig saw I have ever had. Really, you can not beat this saw for the money - especially factoring in the cordless capability. I know that the trend in cordless jig saws is going above 14.4 but it really isn't neccesary. This saw is awesome. With the Bosh Progressor blades it will eat any wood I ask it to with precision.
But the blades take practice changing.The secret is the blades and Bosch now makes the blades available for different manufacturer jig and saber saws.Let me say there has never been any piece of wood or board this thing hasn't been able to rip through, I've even cut down mid size tree and the stump with the rough wood blade.The variable speed trigger is smooth so you can use this saw for fine craft work too.Just like every other reviewer, I have to reiterate the blades are tedious to change, it is a tool less system that has to be finessed. This is important because the blade will warble if it isn't tight, this happened to us but no one was injured.If you already have a nice jigsaw and want the same cutting power, see if Bosch is offering their blades for your model, the bi-opposition teeth design is the real secret. GREAT Saw, can be used in lieu of a circular saw and can cut through anything. TIP: When it arrives and you've made a few cuts, practice removing and replacing the blades until you have the routine down.
2 with cords and this one with the batteries. this tool works great.
I highly recommend this tool. rounding a top of a gate, notches in wood etc.
has good run power for most jig sawing. i have several 14 volt bosch tools so I have about 10 batteries but for the most part 1 battery works well.
I have 3 jig saws. I have yet to pull out the corded ones.
it beats dragging out the cords.
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