A jigsaw is one of the best tools to cut notches or shapes in flooring materials, and this brushless, cordless, barrel-grip jigsaw from Makita will help you do just that. Designed with a brushless motor and a barrel grip, this Makita jigsaw offers you the power and control you need to make accurate cuts. This model features three orbital settings in addition to the straight cutting setting, which allows you to tweak the cutting action based on the material you are using. It has six different speed settings, ranging between 800 and 3,500 strokes per minute, so you can go slow or speed through different cutting tasks.
In terms of ease of use, this jigsaw is fairly straightforward and simplistic to operate. It has built-in dual LED lights, which means your visibility won’t suffer while cutting. Additionally, it comes with a built-in dust blower that does a good job of keeping the cut line dust-free. The tool is also fairly sturdy and durable, thanks to its heavy-gauge aluminum construction.
While there aren’t any glaring negatives to add, Pro Tools Review notes in its mostly positive review that people with large hands might find the shape of the battery compartment uncomfortable. Still, given the rating of 4.7 on Amazon and 4.5 on The Home Depot’s website, it’s clear that the tool is well-liked by those who have purchased it. If you’d like to own this barrel grip jigsaw, you can make your purchase on Amazon for a discounted price of $284.76 or The Home Depot’s website for $339 (the original price is $550).
