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vader:
In previous posts I mentioned not caring for Craftsman power tools because of reliabilty issues, notably routers.  Well, for Christmas, I received this jigsaw as
a present.  I haven't used it yet, but did unpack and play with it a bit.  The saw
seems built really good, but was just wondering if anyone has any experience
with it.  I received a gift receipt and would consider returning it for something
better if it is out there...dewalt, bosch...something of the sort...gimme some
input please


http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/product.do?BV_UseBVCookie=Yes&vertical=TOOL&pid=00927245000&subcat=Sabre+Saws

Cheers,

Tim

M3talhead:
Keep it. Unless you can get a similar model from DeWalt or Mikita, I'd say keep what you got. Craftsman makes good and not-so-good power tools. Their Jigsaws happen to be in the "good" category.

Quarters:
Craftsman makes some of the best low-end tools. For your average home owner/hobbiest they are decent bang for buck.
If your going to use it a lot like once a week consider shelling out some extra $$ for a DeWalt or something by Milwaukee Tools.

vader:
I really have no idea how much I will use it in the beginning, but as I get along in my skills, I'm sure I will be using it much more, I guess I can alway upgrade to the
high end at that time, this should be a good starter saw I suppose.  FYI....that pic doesn't show it, but it includes a detachable handle also.

Cheers

Tim

rdagger:
I'd be interested to know if the laser is any good.  So far, I've used a drill press and a chop saw with lasers and both were completely worthless.

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