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Better tool - jig saw or roto-zip

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exibar:
I have both as well, my Dremel tool gets the most use.  I actually bought two dremels, a cordless and a corded version.

  My jig saw sits in the box most of the time gathering dust.  

  Theu both fit different uses.  But you'll only be able to cut stuff with the jig saw.  You can do so much more with the dremel or rotozip, except cut like a jigsaw.

  HTH!

  Mike B

rnoonan:
I would definitely "vote" for the roto-zip (actually, roto-zip is the brand, spiral saw is the type).  I used this in many cases on my cabinet.  In addition to the standard spiral saw bits, you can also use router bits and dremel tool bits.  I used a rounding router bit to round the edges of the whole cabinet.  I used a hinge mortise router bit to handle items that don't have the depth to reach all the way through the wood of the control panel.  You can freehand much better with this tool, but you have to be steady and careful (it takes a little getting used to).  Just make sure you have already drawn out what you are doing so you have something to follow.

A basic roto-zip should cost about $30 or less.  Router bits can be pricy for the good ones though.

Hope this helps.
Bob

Chemixtry:
I thought that spiral saws could do some routing. What brand did you use and does it matter? Anything I should look for when purchasing one? How easy did you find routing the edges of your cabinet? - thanks

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