darin3 Posted August 7, 2007 Share Posted August 7, 2007 Need to go to Home Depot tomorrow and I have a couple of gift cards that are burning a hole in my pocket. I have a solid Makita drill, so don't need one of those... thinking that a saws-all (reciprocating saw) is the logical choice for my next purchase, as we'll be buying a house in the next couple months and this will come in handy. I've never bought one, so not sure what I should be looking for. Obviously power (amps) is important. Looking at this one so far... Thoughts/comments appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeeR Posted August 7, 2007 Share Posted August 7, 2007 "saws all" wt-f? I can only add that those things are real handy for chopping tree limbs and such if you don't want to bother w/a chain saw for whatever reason. The one you listed is an expensive mo fo though. I got my 16" gas chainsaw for less. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wiegie Posted August 7, 2007 Share Posted August 7, 2007 What sort of momo starts a thread about power tools? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeeR Posted August 7, 2007 Share Posted August 7, 2007 ? Dear Suzy: would you prefer a thread about Oprah? PS what the flip is a "momo" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darin3 Posted August 7, 2007 Author Share Posted August 7, 2007 What sort of momo starts a thread about power tools? So, did your Dad like the drill? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cre8tiff Posted August 7, 2007 Share Posted August 7, 2007 You need a Milwaukee Super SawzAll. Mister white-collar pansy hands above doesn't know what the hell he's talking about. The sawzall is the BEST tool for demolition on large remodeling projects. You can take out walls in a matter of minutes, nails and all. I use mine nearly every day when I am remodeling. I don't trust store brands as a rule. When you buy tools, pay for quality. Milwaukee, DeWalt, Porter-Cable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chiefjay Posted August 7, 2007 Share Posted August 7, 2007 I have a cordless black and decker (I think) which is about 19 V I believe. It's alright for certain situations and if the battery is fully charged but for the most part it's more pain then not. Whatever name brand you decide on I would go with the cord version with some nice voltage. Beer, that's what I am going to use mine for this week, cutting out some somewhat smaller roots of a bush I just tore out, hopefully it does the trick. Not a huge job so the cordless should be able to handle it. I just need to change the blade and make sure the battery is charged. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brewer Posted August 7, 2007 Share Posted August 7, 2007 You need a Milwaukee Super SawzAll. Mister white-collar pansy hands above doesn't know what the hell he's talking about. The sawzall is the BEST tool for demolition on large remodeling projects. You can take out walls in a matter of minutes, nails and all. I use mine nearly every day when I am remodeling. I don't trust store brands as a rule. When you buy tools, pay for quality. Milwaukee, DeWalt, Porter-Cable. Agreed. I have a Milwaukee. Works great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sox Posted August 7, 2007 Share Posted August 7, 2007 Good tool to buy.Especially when it comes time to cut into the floor on a bathroom project. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wiegie Posted August 7, 2007 Share Posted August 7, 2007 So, did your Dad like the drill? yep Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alchico Posted August 7, 2007 Share Posted August 7, 2007 Awsome tool but like a few have said, don't get a battery powered one. I have also used mine for minor tree trimming and root cutting and alll sorts of remodeling jobs. The way they cut metal is awesome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perchoutofwater Posted August 7, 2007 Share Posted August 7, 2007 (edited) Don't get the one you are looking at. If you your going for one of the smaller ones get this one. If you really want to go to town on a project, get this one. If you are on a tighter budget get this one. Under no circumstances would I get a Rigid. Edited August 7, 2007 by Perchoutofwater Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cre8tiff Posted August 7, 2007 Share Posted August 7, 2007 Don't get the one you are looking at. If you your going for one of the smaller ones get this one. If you really want to go to town on a project, get this one. If you are on a tighter budget get this one. Under no circumstances would I get a Rigid. How could I forget Bosch? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rajncajn Posted August 7, 2007 Share Posted August 7, 2007 (edited) Rigid = cheap piece of crap That is all BTW...mine is a DeWalt cordless Edited August 7, 2007 by rajncajn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H8tank Posted August 7, 2007 Share Posted August 7, 2007 Suck or not, I got a corded black & decker at lowes for about $80 and it works very well. The handles are adjustable so you can use it in a variety of positions. Oh, and cantarin3, it's just called a reciprocating saw... 'saws al' will not get you cred in texas. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perchoutofwater Posted August 7, 2007 Share Posted August 7, 2007 Rigid = cheap piece of crap That is all BTW...mine is a DeWalt cordless I love DeWalt cordless drills, and for the most part I really like their tools, but nobody makes a good cordless saw. The battery life on a saw is just too short. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rajncajn Posted August 7, 2007 Share Posted August 7, 2007 I love DeWalt cordless drills, and for the most part I really like their tools, but nobody makes a good cordless saw. The battery life on a saw is just too short. I'd agree the battery life is kinda short but I have 4 batteries & there are always two on the charger so I never run out of juice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darin3 Posted August 7, 2007 Author Share Posted August 7, 2007 Don't get the one you are looking at. If you your going for one of the smaller ones get this one. If you really want to go to town on a project, get this one. If you are on a tighter budget get this one. Under no circumstances would I get a Rigid. I ended up getting an 11 amp Milwaukee. We'll see how badass it is soon enough. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Irish Doggy Posted August 7, 2007 Share Posted August 7, 2007 (edited) My folks got me a Ryobi cordless reciprocating and circular saws in a kit a few years ago. I tried to use it once for about 5 minutes but it had no power to cut through much of anything. Tried it on two different fully loaded batteries.... It sucks monkey nuts. Anyway, nice you got a corded model I'm sure. Edited August 7, 2007 by The Irish Doggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darin3 Posted August 7, 2007 Author Share Posted August 7, 2007 My folks got me a Ryobi cordless reciprocating and circular saws in a kit a few years ago. I tried to use it once for about 5 minutes but it had no power to cut through much of anything. Tried it on two different fully loaded batteries.... It sucks monkey nuts. Anyway, nice you got a corded model I'm sure. Yeah I had a Ryobi drill for awhile. They are no good. Yeah I got the corded one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cliaz Posted August 7, 2007 Share Posted August 7, 2007 I've never had a problem with any of my Ryobi PTs. I also have a lot of Dewalt and am equally happy with them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh B Tool Posted August 8, 2007 Share Posted August 8, 2007 Have had my Milwaukee for at least 12 years and have cut everything from drywall and studs to lag bolts and unistrut. Still kicks ass and takes names. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Holy Roller Posted August 8, 2007 Share Posted August 8, 2007 Have had my Milwaukee for at least 12 years and have cut everything from drywall and studs to lag bolts and unistrut. Still kicks ass and takes names. +1. This thread kinda makes me want to retire my old Milwaukee, though. Cordless sucks with this tool. Need the power! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darin3 Posted August 8, 2007 Author Share Posted August 8, 2007 Have had my Milwaukee for at least 12 years and have cut everything from drywall and studs to lag bolts and unistrut. Still kicks ass and takes names. +1. This thread kinda makes me want to retire my old Milwaukee, though. Cordless sucks with this tool. Need the power! Good to know. The one I bought is the corded model and definitely is not short on power. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackshi17 Posted August 8, 2007 Share Posted August 8, 2007 Had a Milwaukee when I worked construction in Florida. Worked great and really versatile. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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