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Old Jan 27, 2008 | 09:07 PM
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looking for some input on a good sawzall that is small

has anyone used the B&D mini handsaw for cutting small metal on a car?
what worries me is that its only like 6v

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Old Jan 27, 2008 | 09:46 PM
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Does it have to be wireless what you are looking for?
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Old Jan 27, 2008 | 09:50 PM
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i would prefer not actually, if that same saw was 120 i would buy it
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Old Jan 27, 2008 | 10:14 PM
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Do you have an air compressor?
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Old Jan 27, 2008 | 10:16 PM
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no, but if it gives me a reason to get one, all the better

but the best would be 120v
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Well there are very small sawzalls that are air powered and work amazingly, some do 10,000 strokes per minute!!!
If you going to cut sheet metal get a B&D jig saw thats what i use, its about 2 years old, and 4.6 amps 120v and cuts through sheet metal like butter.
If your going to be cutting like tubing, frame rails, heaver stuff look into a sawzalls. Milwaukee makes a great sawzall, its 120v 11AMPS!!! and 99$ at Lowse/home depo.
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Old Jan 27, 2008 | 10:30 PM
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Craftsman 10 amp Reciprocating Saw with Soft Tool Bag & 3 pc. Blade Assortment
Sears item# 00917184000
$69.99
Thats a good saw for a good price, so good i think i am going to grab one.






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Old Feb 5, 2008 | 12:26 PM
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ive been happy using a regular 110v with a bunch of attachments... more power and no messin with batterys... and an air cut-off assists in anything..
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the small one would be good for the tight spots but I have been using a craftsman for 5 years now and won't think twice about getting another one. the abuse I have given it and it still works flawless. The only thing I would change is the blade hold down. I like the quick release better.
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