Band Saws
By: Amanda Campbell
Updated: August 30, 2010
If you're going to get into craftwork, you got to have the right saw to cut the mustard. Now, in a case like this where you're cutting an intricate design like this, you could use a coping saw. But it would take you a lot of coping and maybe some cursing and maybe some sweat to get it done. There's a better way. This is a 'band saw'.
For cutting a variety of woods, plastics or even metals, the Bosch Jigsaw is the right tool to get the job done right.
The Bosch Jigsaw 1587AVS features a high efficiency motor with more power for the most demanding cut. The jigsaw features a dust blower to clear your cut line that shuts off for metal cutting.
It has a linear counter balance for accuracy and an adjustable footplate that tilts left and right up to 45°. The base retracts for flash cutting and the top handle gives you extra control under a heavy load.
Standard Equipment
* Three assorted blades
* Anti-splintering device
* Hex key
Optional Equipment
* Plastic case
* Metal case
* Vacuum adapter kit
JIGSAW BLADES
The blades we used are also exclusive to the Bosch Power Tool line. They are the 'Progressor' blades. They provide the customer with a plunger tip for fast, precise plunge cuts to make the cuts easier and more accurate.
The blade’s teeth are milled and side set and the they offer a progressive tooth pitch from small to large to improve the accuracy of the cut.
The 'Progressor' blades are perfect for thick or thin materials. They will cut non-ferrous metals, plastics and aluminum up to 1 5/16” and wood with nails up to 3 1/8”. The blades come in packages of 3, 5 and 25 sets so consumers will have a choice.
