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A re
ciprocation saw is simply one of the handiest tools you can
own. These tools are great for applications in the home or the
jobsite. Milwaukee actually invented the first reciprocating saw
and is still considered one of the best saws on the market. The
Mi
lwaukee Sawzall is the “Zerox” of reciprocating saws. Just
go to your local hardware store and ask for a Sawzall, the
salesman will know exactly what you need. These versatile tools
are fabulous for cutting holes in drywall, plaster, metal pipes
and through nails. However, they are not a precision cutting
instrument. If you need to cut a piece of molding to fit into a
weird place, a jig saw will be better. A great application is
demolition for home remodeling. One project I used my
reciprocation saw on was removing old siding from my garage. The
“recip” was invaluable. I would punch a hole in the wall near
the roof, insert the blade and rip down to floor. Nails were no
problem, the “sawzall” went through them like butter. The old
siding just came right off. Another really great feature of
these tools is the ability to quickly switch out the blades.
This allows the user to pick the right blade for the right
application. You can purchase a demolition blade that is great
for rough cutting wood and nails or you can get a blade with
fine teeth for cutting metal pipe. You can also get different
lengths and sizes. The quick release on the blade is the reason
these tools are so versatile. The applications are endless, from
landscaping to demolition. If you are considering adding a
powertool or giving one as a gift, you can’t go wrong with a
good reciprocating saw.