Imagine trying to cut a pipe or a wall stud with handsaw. That handle slip and the blade bite at the wood, frustrating the effort. Enter the reciprocating saw, a power saw built specifically for making aggressive cuts in confined area.
What took minutes becomes a few-second job with one of these tool. In those same situations, a circular saw would be more cumbersome then even hazardous. Reciprocating saws can be clunky, awkward and hard to control.
They can also feel like they are part of your arm. Skil is a company that has been selling power tools for decades. They’re known for making dependable and economical corded power tool.
These reciprocating saws is used by both DIYers and contractor alike. Is it a good saw in the real world? Here’s my review.
Complete Review of the Skil Reciprocating Saw
Skil Reciprocating Saw Overview and Balance
You’ll immediately note that the Skil saw are balanced well. One common issue with budget saw is that they concentrate weight around the blade, it’s fatiguing and the tool lacks balance. Skil has placed their center of gravity more nearer to the handle.
When you’re holding the tool above your head, this engineering decision are significant. The tool is solid, yet it isn’t cumbersome at all. You have confidence that if the tool take a hit, it will be OK.
Motor Power and Cutting Performance
Having that confidence free you up to focus on the cut rather than the machine. This saw use a 6 Amp motor which has plenty of torque for cutting PVC pipe and 2×4 lumber. It will easily cut through mild steel nails as well.
When encountering hardware or even knots in the wood, the motor keep up its pace. Use the proper blade for your project. For example, trying to cut metal with a wood blade is a recipe for disaster.
The saw stay at full speed if you use either a carbide-tipped or bimetal blade. While it’s certainly not the most powerful saw on the market, it will get through most home improvement projects. I like that this has a variable speed trigger.
Variable Speed Trigger Control
On older versions, it was just on and off. When using the Skil saw, you press the trigger and control how fast the blade spin. That is important with precise cut.
With some pressure, you can begin a slow cut and hold the blade to the mark. Next, you can speed up and complete the task in no time at all. For cutting metal, slower is better too.
It will lessen friction and lengthen life of your blade. Overall, it gives you control over the tool which makes it good for both demolition and delicate tasks. This saw changes blades quickly.
Toolless Blade Change System
With the tool-less clamp system, you can change out blades within seconds. There’s no need for an Allen wrench or screwdriver. Just push a button, take out the blade, then put the new one in place.
That’s important when you’re cutting in awkward spots. The clamp hold the blade securely, preventing any slippage or vibration that could throw off your cut. Over time, that becomes useful for big projects.
Vibration Control and Comfort
Many less expensive tools lacks vibration control. This tool does not. For the cost, the Skil saw run smoothly.
There will be some kickback. That’s just the nature of this type of tool. However, it is manageable.
It is comfortabley to hold. Its soft-grip handle minimize the shock that is transmitted up through your hands. Your fingers won’t go numb after working on something for a long time.
This makes the tool easier to use over a period of time. This goes to show you don’t have to break the bank to get something that works well. It’s missing a few bells and whistles of more expensive model.
But what this Skil reciprocating saw does well is it cuts through cleanly and reliably. For budget conscious contractors and home owners alike, it’s a wise buy. A tough job becomes a routine task with this tool.
When you’re looking for a quick and easy clean cut, it’s ready to go. It should of been easier to find. One actualy moddern saw would have helped.
You could of used a more luxurius one. It naturaly feels better. I recieved the package yesterday.
The machine sits on table.