Which jigsaw?

[renegade_987]

Hey guys, currently in the market for a new Jigsaw and cant decide between Skil and Black & Decker. Just using for basic woodworking and stuff.

Skil: SKIL

B&D: BLACK AND DECKER http://www.amazon.com/Black-Decker-JS515...d+decker+jigsaw

Thanks!

 

[The motor guy]

skil

 

[JustinC25]

I know it's not much of an answer, but I'd say flip a coin.
They're both about 30 bucks, both 4.5 amp motors. Heck the design looks similar. I'd bet they're made on the same line.
Do you like red, or orange ? I think the Skill looks a little more ergonomic, but I've always thought Black & Decker was a better brand. (no proof, just marketing hype I'm sure).
The Skill looks like it's easier to change the blade, and I like it's thumb lock better.
If it were me, I'd go for the Skill.
I hope this helps.
Let us know which you choose.

 

[01rangerxl]

Skil. Skil is owned/made by Bosch.

 

[dwcopple]

Tools section?

Anyways, I just got a TOOL SHOP one at Menards for $9.99 and it hauls. Comes with one metal blade and one wood one. variable speed too.

 

[renegade_987]

Originally Posted By: dwcopple
Tools section?

Anyways, I just got a TOOL SHOP one at Menards for $9.99 and it hauls. Comes with one metal blade and one wood one. variable speed too.


I found that one online but it is $19.99?

 

[Rick in PA]

Hopping back and forth between the web pages, I'd go for the Skil. The B&D looks a little clunkier than the Skil and the Skil seems to have a little less housing down around the blade, which should allow better sight on the cut line.

 

[The motor guy]

there only 30 bucks so you get what you pay for.

 

[Colt45ws]

http://www.amazon.com/Factory-Reconditio...id+fuego+jigsaw
I check this one out at lowes the other day and I liked it a lot. I liked the size and the ability to change the angle without tools which I need angles.

 

[renegade_987]

Thank you guys for the feedback. I went with the Skil this morning. ill let you know how it works out

 

[Tempest]

This is one of those tools where high quality is really needed. There is typically a lot of vibration with a jigsaw and the higher end models deal with it much better. I like Makita or Bosch.

I started with a cheap Craftsman years ago and I never used it after the first time due to the vibration. I bought a Makita a few years ago and it is great.

 

[sleddriver]

Originally Posted By: Tempest
This is one of those tools where high quality is really needed. There is typically a lot of vibration with a jigsaw and the higher end models deal with it much better. I like Makita or Bosch.

I started with a cheap Craftsman years ago and I never used it after the first time due to the vibration. I bought a Makita a few years ago and it is great.

+1 I too owned a decent Craftsman made in the USA, not the base model. It wouldn't cut straight. It also wouldn't cut perpendicular. Why? The blades were too thin and easily bent. I hated using the thing.

Finally wised up and spent the money for a Bosch barrel grip jigsaw. Huge difference. Absolutely no comparison. Blades are thicker, much sharper + the Bosch has a roller bearing behind the blade to support it. Great tool.

You get what you pay for. . .

 

[dwcopple]

Originally Posted By: sleddriver
the Bosch has a roller bearing behind the blade to support it. Great tool.

You get what you pay for. . .
So does the $9.99 one from Menards. I like it so far.