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28640 Reciprocating Saw

Craftsman - 28640 Reciprocating Saw

This reciprocating saw from Craftsman can articulate, making possible cuts in confined, hard-to-reach places that are roadblocks for other saws

$210.00 (As of 10/1/2005)

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Editor's Review: Reciprocating-Saw Showdown

by Rick Arnold, Mike Guertin review date: October 1, 2005

Nearly identical to the Porter-Cable 9750 TigerClaw, this saw stands out from the rest of the saws tested because it can articulate, making possible cuts in confined, hard-to-reach places that are roadblocks for other saws. This saw receives no high marks for cutting speed or handling, but the barrel-shaped end can spin 360 degrees--positioning the blade at any angle to the body of the saw--and the elbow in the middle of the body hinges 90 degrees in either direction. In addition, the rear handles rotates 360 degrees. As a bonus, the small nose makes it easy to get a firm grasp on the business end of the saw.

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Editor Test Results:

Overall Rating N/A
Cutting Speed 2 out of 5
Handling 3 out of 5
Speed Control/Trigger Action 3.5 out of 5
Blade Change/Shoe Adjustment 3 out of 5
Nose Profile 4 out of 5
Quality of Extra Features 5 out of 5

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Reciprocating-Saw Showdown Online Membership RequiredThe newest corded saws cut more aggressively than their predecessors, and they're easier to adjust and handle by Rick Arnold, Mike Guertin

Manufacturer Specifications

Manufacturer Craftsman
Manufacturer's Web Site www.craftsman.com
Manufacturer's Phone Number 800-697-3277
Weight 14 lb.
Dimensions 8-1/2 in. at 90 degrees
Amps 11.5
Strokes Per Minute 0 to 2,900
Stroke Length 1-1/4 in.
Special Features Front gear housing scrolls 360 degrees, rear gear housing adjusts up to 180 degrees, back handle rotates up to 270 degrees