stevengarage
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Interested in getting a battery powered reciprocating saw. What brand of saw does everyone recommend?
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Reciprocating saw
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billwood437
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Re: Ricipricating saw
Have had great luck with the dewalt (Yellow [emoji6]) stuff. We have a ton of it. All the drills and drivers. The jig saw is awesome as well as the multi-tool.
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Have had great luck with the dewalt (Yellow [emoji6]) stuff. We have a ton of it. All the drills and drivers. The jig saw is awesome as well as the multi-tool.
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billwood437
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It's like Chevy vs Ford.. Skidoo vs Artic-cat. What kind of battery do you have now. It's nice to have all the same..
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It's like Chevy vs Ford.. Skidoo vs Artic-cat. What kind of battery do you have now. It's nice to have all the same..
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Voi
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I have the Makita brushless. I really like it & I'm sure I'd like the Fuel as much.
I do think a reciprocating saw is a good tool to pay up for the brushless version. To be fair I haven't used a current model brushed reciprocating saw from any company. I have used the older Dewalt with the post style NiCad battery & my brushless saw is so much better. But impossible for me to say how much of that is due to the brushless motor.
Do you already have a cordless battery tool system or systems?
I have the Makita brushless. I really like it & I'm sure I'd like the Fuel as much.
I do think a reciprocating saw is a good tool to pay up for the brushless version. To be fair I haven't used a current model brushed reciprocating saw from any company. I have used the older Dewalt with the post style NiCad battery & my brushless saw is so much better. But impossible for me to say how much of that is due to the brushless motor.
Do you already have a cordless battery tool system or systems?
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If you don't really need a cordless, corded is the way to go. Less pricey and more powerful. Though cordless is more convenient if you are going to be working away from outlets.
Makita, Milwaukee, DeWalt all make nice stuff. If you don't already own any cordless tools, this would be a nice way to get into a cordless system. Also, there are combo packages that contain an impact drill, regular drill, circular saw, light, charger, batteries. Good way to save money if you need a lot of tools.
If you don't really need a cordless, corded is the way to go. Less pricey and more powerful. Though cordless is more convenient if you are going to be working away from outlets.
Makita, Milwaukee, DeWalt all make nice stuff. If you don't already own any cordless tools, this would be a nice way to get into a cordless system. Also, there are combo packages that contain an impact drill, regular drill, circular saw, light, charger, batteries. Good way to save money if you need a lot of tools.
L5wolvesf
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This plus, what is your usage going to be household, hobby or for work?
James-W
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Good question, and also, will this tool be used every day or will it just get occasional use?
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I like my Makita 18v and being cordless has been awesome for just grab and go. That said depending on application it's sometimes hard to beat even a cheap corded. Had a dewalt and I definitely miss it when doing certain jobs cause it just worked and didn't stop. Well till the day I killed it and replaced it with the Makita.
I like my Makita 18v and being cordless has been awesome for just grab and go. That said depending on application it's sometimes hard to beat even a cheap corded. Had a dewalt and I definitely miss it when doing certain jobs cause it just worked and didn't stop. Well till the day I killed it and replaced it with the Makita.
engineer2
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Love my Makita, but any of the top brands make a good one. Depends on what battery system you have, or want to go with.
Love my Makita, but any of the top brands make a good one. Depends on what battery system you have, or want to go with.
JABgj
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I picked up a Ryobi blue recip saw on fleaPay for about 10 bucks. Seemed a little wimpy when I got it, but for home use, I can't find anything wrong with it. It works.
I picked up a Ryobi blue recip saw on fleaPay for about 10 bucks. Seemed a little wimpy when I got it, but for home use, I can't find anything wrong with it. It works.
Bighead38
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M18 fuel I have is a monster. Blades make a difference
M18 fuel I have is a monster. Blades make a difference
lbhsbz
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I may be the one that sways from the norm here....I had an original milwaukee corded saw for years, and I loved it....It was used in a commercial setting for about 5 years straight...daily. It got to the point where it was fairly worn out, so I went and bought a much higher amp Ridgid unit (less costly than red or yellow, since I was no longer using it on a daily basis. The power was awesome, but it folded up blades like crazy...too much power. I wished I had my old worn out saw back, because it would bind before it turned a blade into a pretzel. I've since dumped it and have the brushed cheapo Dewalt cordless one, and couldn't be happier.
In some applications, too much chooch can be a bad thing.
I may be the one that sways from the norm here....I had an original milwaukee corded saw for years, and I loved it....It was used in a commercial setting for about 5 years straight...daily. It got to the point where it was fairly worn out, so I went and bought a much higher amp Ridgid unit (less costly than red or yellow, since I was no longer using it on a daily basis. The power was awesome, but it folded up blades like crazy...too much power. I wished I had my old worn out saw back, because it would bind before it turned a blade into a pretzel. I've since dumped it and have the brushed cheapo Dewalt cordless one, and couldn't be happier.
In some applications, too much chooch can be a bad thing.
Miss the Pontiacs
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I like my 18 volt BOSCH But then again my answer is normally BOSCH to these type of questions.
I like my 18 volt BOSCH But then again my answer is normally BOSCH to these type of questions.
kctyphoon
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Milwaukee m18 sawzall.. the brushed and fuel models are both great.. they are coming out with a fuel version on their m18 hackzall too, and the brushed model of that is also good, but no adjustable shoes..
Basically anyone on this forum can tell you I'm a huge Milwaukee fan, and it's true just cause most of their stuff exceeds all expectations. Brand loyalty aside though, the Milwaukee blades are absolutely the best I've ever used.. you can just hold their blades (not the thin kerf models) and feel how much thicker and heavier they are.
I have the m18 fuel, brushed, and the original hackzall. They are all great. The fuel obviously is the best you can get from them, but that's not to say the brushed model isn't great itself. If you can spring for the fuel, by all means - just get it, but if this won't be heavily used you're not giving up any life changing options going with the standard m18.
No matter what saw you go with, the Milwaukee blades are a must. I haven't bought diablo blades since Milwaukee released theirs, and I probably won't ever again.
Common sense says if you're already invested into a current cordless platform, stay within that platform since any major brand will be fine. If this is a chance to initially invest or upgrade into a newer battery platform, or Lithium batteries for the guys still holding onto their nicad battery pipe dreams, save yourself hours of research and get a Milwaukee.
That said - IF you decide to go Milwaukee, there are still some promo sets floating around where you can get their 9.0 starter kit battery (biggest and best they offer) rapid charger for both the m18 and m12 Milwaukee batteries and a "free" M18 Fuel sawzall for $249. That 9.0 battery starter kit (9.0 battery and charger only) alone retails for $199 now (was $249 - hence the "free" saw). This is basically the best you can get.
Hers the kit at CPO (might even have a coupon code you can use) - https://www.cpomilwaukee.com/milwau...tOCAh0TERsQ61Fy48pADV8KLGJMpdgXxoCsNcQAvD_BwE
At Home Depot , free shipping or store pickup- http://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwauke...gclsrc=aw.ds&dclid=COXik_an6tYCFc-5swodWhMJPQ
Most in depth review of the saw itself -https://youtu.be/Eaod2aLKhUM
Corded vs cordless demo -
Another -
Video demo of the actual 9.0 kit -
This kit is absolutely the most for your money. The battery alone retails for $169 in the stores, the charger another $70. The 9.0 battery will actually run as long as 2 5.0 batteries, and will give the saw a little more power then any other battery available right now. I can even say with confidence that if that saw doesn't impress you, nothing will.. Just to state a fact now, corded saws are no longer more powerful than brushless cordless models. 10 years ago that was true, but not today. Also, with cordless tools there is no danger of electric shock like there will be with corded models. Not to mention, once you have a battery and charger, then you can buy ANY Milwaukee m18 bare tool, and trust me, there's ALOT of great stuff to pick from.
The 9.0 M18 battery (if you are not familiar) will run what seems like forever on a sawzall. It's like having five 2.0 amp hour batteries in one case. On a cordless brushless grinder, I've gotten about 45 minutes of continuous non stop use while grinding and cutting leaf spring rivets on my old truck. If this will be your first purchase into a new cordless line, the holidays will bring some great sales to get some other cordless stuff, esp with Milwaukee cause they offer crazy deals all the time. The 9.0 promo kit I linked will not be sold any cheaper than that unless your lucky enough to find some lingering in a store and marked for clearance. These promo kits are left over from last years Black Friday and Christmas deals.. they will not be around forever, and now are only available as an online only purchase with the exception of the unicorns that are hiding in some Home Depot's here and there. You likely will NOT find these in any stores now.
Happy shopping.
Milwaukee m18 sawzall.. the brushed and fuel models are both great.. they are coming out with a fuel version on their m18 hackzall too, and the brushed model of that is also good, but no adjustable shoes..
Basically anyone on this forum can tell you I'm a huge Milwaukee fan, and it's true just cause most of their stuff exceeds all expectations. Brand loyalty aside though, the Milwaukee blades are absolutely the best I've ever used.. you can just hold their blades (not the thin kerf models) and feel how much thicker and heavier they are.
I have the m18 fuel, brushed, and the original hackzall. They are all great. The fuel obviously is the best you can get from them, but that's not to say the brushed model isn't great itself. If you can spring for the fuel, by all means - just get it, but if this won't be heavily used you're not giving up any life changing options going with the standard m18.
No matter what saw you go with, the Milwaukee blades are a must. I haven't bought diablo blades since Milwaukee released theirs, and I probably won't ever again.
Common sense says if you're already invested into a current cordless platform, stay within that platform since any major brand will be fine. If this is a chance to initially invest or upgrade into a newer battery platform, or Lithium batteries for the guys still holding onto their nicad battery pipe dreams, save yourself hours of research and get a Milwaukee.
That said - IF you decide to go Milwaukee, there are still some promo sets floating around where you can get their 9.0 starter kit battery (biggest and best they offer) rapid charger for both the m18 and m12 Milwaukee batteries and a "free" M18 Fuel sawzall for $249. That 9.0 battery starter kit (9.0 battery and charger only) alone retails for $199 now (was $249 - hence the "free" saw). This is basically the best you can get.
Hers the kit at CPO (might even have a coupon code you can use) - https://www.cpomilwaukee.com/milwau...tOCAh0TERsQ61Fy48pADV8KLGJMpdgXxoCsNcQAvD_BwE
At Home Depot , free shipping or store pickup- http://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwauke...gclsrc=aw.ds&dclid=COXik_an6tYCFc-5swodWhMJPQ
Most in depth review of the saw itself -https://youtu.be/Eaod2aLKhUM
Corded vs cordless demo -
Video demo of the actual 9.0 kit -
This kit is absolutely the most for your money. The battery alone retails for $169 in the stores, the charger another $70. The 9.0 battery will actually run as long as 2 5.0 batteries, and will give the saw a little more power then any other battery available right now. I can even say with confidence that if that saw doesn't impress you, nothing will.. Just to state a fact now, corded saws are no longer more powerful than brushless cordless models. 10 years ago that was true, but not today. Also, with cordless tools there is no danger of electric shock like there will be with corded models. Not to mention, once you have a battery and charger, then you can buy ANY Milwaukee m18 bare tool, and trust me, there's ALOT of great stuff to pick from.
The 9.0 M18 battery (if you are not familiar) will run what seems like forever on a sawzall. It's like having five 2.0 amp hour batteries in one case. On a cordless brushless grinder, I've gotten about 45 minutes of continuous non stop use while grinding and cutting leaf spring rivets on my old truck. If this will be your first purchase into a new cordless line, the holidays will bring some great sales to get some other cordless stuff, esp with Milwaukee cause they offer crazy deals all the time. The 9.0 promo kit I linked will not be sold any cheaper than that unless your lucky enough to find some lingering in a store and marked for clearance. These promo kits are left over from last years Black Friday and Christmas deals.. they will not be around forever, and now are only available as an online only purchase with the exception of the unicorns that are hiding in some Home Depot's here and there. You likely will NOT find these in any stores now.
Happy shopping.
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IndyGarage
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I have a Milwaukee V28 Cordless and a Makita 18V Brushless. Granted the Milwaukee is 12 years old. It was awesome when I got it.
Today the Makita is better. It vibrates much less than the Milwaukee - I'm not sure how it would compare to the newest Milwaukees.
The trick on a Sawsall is the stroke length.
Today the Makita is better. It vibrates much less than the Milwaukee - I'm not sure how it would compare to the newest Milwaukees.
The trick on a Sawsall is the stroke length.
TrailHawkZ71
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Depends on what you're doing, and what battery system you primarily have. I use a corded Milwaukee 15A for big jobs, and a little Porter-Cable cordless for small stuff (cutting up palm leaves, etc..). Price was right in the PC and I had 2 20V batteries for it already (bought a atarter kit and got a free driver)
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