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How to Use a Reciprocating Saw and Jigsaw

A jigsaw is a type of reciprocating saw; learn the differences and tips for using these tools.

Excerpted from Do It Yourself Home Improvement

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  • Reciprocal Saw is Fexible and Versatile Tool
  • Adjust Orbital Action on Saw to Match Material
  • Position New Blade Against Guide Roller On Saw
  • Rest Front Edge of Base Plate on Guide Line
  • Progress Along Guide Lines to Make Cut with Saw
  • Drill Hole Using Wood Bit to Accommodate Blade
  • Insert Jigsaw Blade Through Hole to Make Cut
  • Heavy Duty Reciprocating Saw Used to Demolish
  • Insert Blade in Saw Using Allen Key
  • Apply Pressure to Cut Through Guide Line
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Heavy Duty Reciprocating Saw Used to Demolish
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Heavy-Duty Reciprocating Saw

This saw is used for more arduous tasks like demolition work. It works with an up-and-down (reciprocating) motion. Some saws have a back-and-forth (orbital or pendulum) action that cuts more easily and quickly, minimizes blade wear, and aids sawdust removal from the cutting point. The blade and orbital setting changes vary by saw.

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