ApK
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For the record, I've been test cutting with the Bosch blades (lock only going to the 45 degree position) and have not had any problems, so I'll probably just continue to use them unmodified, unless a better options presents itself. BTW, grinding the insert end of the shank to match the Ryobi blade does not improve the fit at all. I suspect the difference is in the width of the T tabs, but I'm not interested in more experimentation right now.
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Meh. It was probably an HD employee I'd heard it from so I'm not surprised that it's wrong. Still, sounded plausible. Sometimes companies buy other companies to control more of the supply chain. Anyway, point was just HD should sell compatible blades.
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I believe HD owns Ryobi. Either way, you're certainly right that it's ryobi's fault if they claim t shank compatibility but don't deliver it, or Bosh's fault if they claim their blades are industry standard t shank, but they really aren't. But it's also HD responsibility to deliver a good customer experience in the stuff they choose to sell, and this isn't one. People shouldn't have to make another hobby out of modifying blades to get basic functionality.
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I agree, and normally, I'd be returning it and switching brands, but I'm happy with all my other ryobi one system stuff, so I have several batteries. Plus so far I do like the jig saw itself, so as long as I can trust the Bosch (or other available t shank) blades, I'll settle for merely sending ryobi an angry letter. But I'd really like to know the Bosch blades are safe when locked only as far as that 45 degree position. By the way, any one have an opinion of Rigid blades? They appear to have the same ryobi universal design.
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Hi folks, I just got the p523, and am also rather stunned at the blade situation. It's good to hear that Bosch blades apparently work safely even though they don't "really" fit, but I'd sure feel better if the lock engaged properly. Looks like you can order a set of 20 Ryobi blades on Amazon for about $50 or ebay for a bit less: https://www.amazon.com/Ryobi-Rak-20Jb-Jigsaw-Blade-Set/dp/B006XBT0QK But I'd interested in seeing how Clearcreek does the mod. Not sure if I can PM yet as a new member, but if not, can you post about your process here? Thanks, ApK