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Chris G

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Jigsaw advice?
« on: March 19, 2007, 02:15:13 pm »
I'm checking out the Bosch 1590EVSK Jigsaw (Amazon has it for $150).  It looks very well rated.  I don't mind spending extra $ for a nice tool that will last me a long time and I won't "grow out of", but I just want to make sure it's not overkill.  Any thoughts or other recommendations from you experts?

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Re: Jigsaw advice?
« Reply #1 on: March 19, 2007, 02:17:34 pm »
Geez, if I'd pay attn, there's already a jigsaw post going...   ;D
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Re: Jigsaw advice?
« Reply #2 on: March 19, 2007, 04:15:23 pm »
The 1590 is a great jigsaw, but as I mentioned in the other thread I'd go with the 1591. The barrel grip will give better control when cutting curves and when cutting in general. There's nothing wrong with spending good money on good tools. They really do perform that much better than the cheapies, otherwise everyone would just buy the cheap stuff.
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Re: Jigsaw advice?
« Reply #3 on: March 20, 2007, 03:53:22 pm »
from what ive read you will feel the heat buildup since your not holding a handle but otherwise it seems to be top rated.
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Re: Jigsaw advice?
« Reply #4 on: March 20, 2007, 03:59:33 pm »
The heat buildup is likely from holding the saw in a way that blocks the vents. Either that or it's just normal for it to get a bit warm. Here's a review by a trustworthy source. This guy knows his stuff.
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Re: Jigsaw advice?
« Reply #5 on: March 20, 2007, 08:01:06 pm »
Is this review by you? ;D

that and it appears the price went down 8 dollars from the last time i checked.
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Re: Jigsaw advice?
« Reply #6 on: March 21, 2007, 02:26:06 am »
Not reviewed by me.  I wish I had all the tools he reviewed... :dizzy:

I trust his opinion though. Every tool I've bought based on his recommendation I've loved.

Right now it's $151.62. If it drops below $150 it gets posted in the power tool price thread. ;D

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Re: Jigsaw advice?
« Reply #7 on: March 21, 2007, 03:39:40 pm »
Quote from: NiteWalker on March 21, 2007, 02:26:06 am

I trust his opinion though. Every tool I've bought based on his recommendation I've loved.


So that Sybian is working out great for ya then, hey?   :laugh2:

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Re: Jigsaw advice?
« Reply #8 on: March 21, 2007, 03:58:55 pm »
Well if it's a good tool... ???

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Those things are expensive. :o


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Re: Jigsaw advice?
« Reply #9 on: March 21, 2007, 05:26:47 pm »
Quote from: NiteWalker on March 21, 2007, 03:58:55 pm

Those things are expensive. :o


Really now, who can put a price on keeping the wife quiet...or at least happy? ;D
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