regopit Posted March 16, 2015 Report Share Posted March 16, 2015 does anyone actually use a jigsaw enough on site to warrant needing a brushless one? what do you use it for?Well I'm waiting for the Milwaukee barrel grip to make it's way across the pound and just think that if they release it here it will be brush less. If not I will still get it because I like the barrel grip over a top Handel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NERemodeling Posted March 17, 2015 Report Share Posted March 17, 2015 does anyone actually use a jigsaw enough on site to warrant needing a brushless one? what do you use it for?off the top of my head, I use my jigsaw for a bunch or stuff on the job site.. never really for finish work but rather rough work... either when the cut will be covered or some final routing or sanding finishes the job..sink cutouts, duct and outlet cutouts in the back if cabinets and suchcutting templates for routing and then rough cutting the blanks to the aproximate template shape to reduce the amount of material that the router needs to take offscribing cabinet sides and other parts to fit to a wall.. only when a lot of material needs to be removed. Especially when scribing material to crazy surfaces like stone or woodcoping moldingsAnd square cutting inside corners when you can't over cut the piece ( a circular saw requires you to cut past your lines to cut fully through the piece) cutting stair stringers is one instance where I use this method.. most of the cut with a circular and then finish up the inside corners with a jigsaw so not to overcut.Brushless isn't necessary but added power and runtime is always welcome. Especially since cordless jigsaws aren't known for their runtime... to me it's not so much about motor life or brush maintenance... that's really not such a big deal with most brushed tools anyway Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrosBros82 Posted March 17, 2015 Report Share Posted March 17, 2015 NER makes a good point about the stair stringers, I prefer to use a jigsaw myself, however, I have seen others use a recip saw since they say they can keep the blade straighter. Not sure if that is true or not, but to each their own. I don't really think I would ever spend the money on a brushless tool that I won't use too much, but the runtime is enticing. FB82 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madman_us Posted March 17, 2015 Report Share Posted March 17, 2015 ooo shit!! look out, mister exclusive is in the house!!that picture is going to give Madman wet dreams tonight! lol nice saw man, cool to know the coping foot fits it.. ive got one for my carvex and love it.. on the carvex its nice because its tool free to take it on and off. thats my favorite feature of the carvexthe m12 jigsaw is really nice but i have no need for it. I got the JS572EBL and thats a heck of a jigsaw .i dont have any Bosch 12V tools yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DR99 Posted March 17, 2015 Report Share Posted March 17, 2015 I got mine for like $59 on a Home Depot Deal of the day. That was for the kit not a bare tool even!! How can you say no to that. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigmikez Posted March 17, 2015 Report Share Posted March 17, 2015 man DR I remember that deal I so f#$@ked up on not getting that deal! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madman_us Posted March 17, 2015 Report Share Posted March 17, 2015 wow 59 bucks is awesome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BK13 Posted March 18, 2015 Report Share Posted March 18, 2015 i dont have any Bosch 12V tools yet.Dude.... Even I'm thinking about getting into the Bosch 12v line, and I LOVE my M12 stuff... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gsxr_1983 Posted March 20, 2015 Author Report Share Posted March 20, 2015 I fit kitchens so would come in handy to have a brushless as your using it all day, the m18 jigsaws nice and smooth but does need updating, great for the price I got it but could do with being slightly lighter and smaller so its a bit more nimble but to be honest it does everything I need, I'd like a light on it too which you can turn on when needed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeremyJ Posted March 21, 2015 Report Share Posted March 21, 2015 My hope for a future barrel grip m18 jigsaw is the reason why I bought the m12 jig. The m12 is a nice little jigsaw, great for flooring/laminate tops.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madman_us Posted March 21, 2015 Report Share Posted March 21, 2015 Dude.... Even I'm thinking about getting into the Bosch 12v line, and I LOVE my M12 stuff...i should have put yet into cap NOT YET hahai will get 12V items as soon as i find a delicious deal, i just piled up some more 18V items. which are awesome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BK13 Posted March 21, 2015 Report Share Posted March 21, 2015 i should have put yet into cap NOT YET hahai will get 12V items as soon as i find a delicious deal, i just piled up some more 18V items. which are awesome. Good, I was worried about you... laughing... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Woodruff Posted March 28, 2015 Report Share Posted March 28, 2015 I have the M18 jigsaw. Bought it not realizing it isn't FUEL/brushless (darn, wish it were). Probably doesn't really matter though as it is going to be used fairly infrequently and likely not for extended periods of time when it is used. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schavo22 Posted April 6, 2015 Report Share Posted April 6, 2015 I moved out to California from Massachusetts and the only saw I brought out here is the bosch 18v jig saw. I've used it to cut studs, metal posts, tops off 6x6 fence posts. Nothing it's really meant for, but I realized how versatile a jig saw can be (with the right blade). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparky603 Posted April 8, 2015 Report Share Posted April 8, 2015 At this point, it's brushless or nothing, for me. Jig saw is not a primary tool for me, but I'd love to see a Milwaukee one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisK Posted April 8, 2015 Report Share Posted April 8, 2015 I'm with you Sparky. I'm investing in brushless tools and thus far my two Dewalts are my last brushed motors besides my CXS. BUT....my Dewalt DCD985 was made here and I won't be getting rid of that powerhouse. My circular saw well that another matter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigmikez Posted April 9, 2015 Report Share Posted April 9, 2015 I have the original circular saw 20v and have been waiting for Dewalt to come out with a brushless one but I haven't read or heard of any in the makes, I really love it a lot it has never failed me though that fuel one from milwaukee looks like a beast to have. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madman_us Posted April 9, 2015 Report Share Posted April 9, 2015 yeah im looking into brushless too...its well worth it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisK Posted April 9, 2015 Report Share Posted April 9, 2015 Like you Mike, I really like my 20v saw. I'm really thinking long and hard on the Makita now! But man, I was repairing the floor during our remodel and I was plunging that saw into some really old hardwood floors and it did just great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigmikez Posted April 9, 2015 Report Share Posted April 9, 2015 That Makita saw looks great Chris they have a great tool line, the 20v saw is great and like I said its never let me down bro I very happy with it buuuut it would be nice if Dewalt came out with a brushless version Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BK13 Posted April 10, 2015 Report Share Posted April 10, 2015 Honestly, for as little as I would use a jigsaw, I will probably just buy a Bosch 120v barrel grip. And I love me some M1x Fuel.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Illini Posted April 10, 2015 Report Share Posted April 10, 2015 I'm with Sparky and Chris on trying to get brushless tools going forward. That being said, Home Depot by me just put the Makita x2 circular saw on clearance and I am having a hard time resisting the urge to get it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisK Posted April 11, 2015 Report Share Posted April 11, 2015 I knew I saw that! I stopped by HD to look at some lighting with my Wife and I thought I saw one of the X2 saws marked down to $150ish? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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