How To Use A Reciprocating Saw - Ace Hardware

From trimming tree branches to cutting pipe, see how to handle a reciprocating saw. Learn which blades work best, how to change the blade and ways to utilize it in your next project.
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[@Sufficient4UsIsAllah]

Best video on how to use a recip saw! I watched videos that do very detailed and lengthy reviews but not on showed how to start the saw before it touches the material you’re cutting. This video was, short and to the point. Thank you.

[@paulheywood6668]

*A great tool **MyBest.Tools** compact & powerful.*

[@AceHardware]

Hi Paul,
The cost of the battery will vary based on the power tool brand you will be using. Hope this helps!

[@pcatMe]

Love Ace hardware. Just bought my first reciprocating saw there today. They were very helpful as I needed to choose some blades. I'm excited to get started on my projects 😃

[@marinatilovic9985]

Koja je cena i kako ste zadovoljni ,kako poručiti

[@yogeshshrama9739]

Finally got my tree branches cut using my new saw czcams.com/users/postUgkx84IcU5pbZd1Qrz8u4-YRLmJax7kdRi7B , and it was effortless. Then tackled taking pallets apart by just cutting through the nails. Zip Zip, like butter, took no time at all! Absolutely love that you just push a button to change the blade, so quick and easy. I chose cordless because of all the outside projects I need to do, and most are too far to extend an extension cord to. Incredibly lightweight, and easy to handle. I will be using this all the time. There is a reason they call them Sawzalls , because they literally saw all the things you need cut. Once you buy one you'll kick yourself for not doing it sooner ~ Just make sure and buy the right blades for the job you want to tackle. The blades are not expensive, and there are lots of various multi-packs available.

[@AceHardware]

Sawzall is another name for this tool. :)

[@UrvineSpiegel]

A lot of people hate on this tool because of its less than perfect effectiveness at certain tasks. They recommend Jigsaws, circle saws,band saws, or multitools any time a Sawzall is used in a situation those specific tools excel in what they do. But fail to realize how all of those tools fail horribly at each other's primary function. While a Reciprocating saw can achieve all of their functions with enough mastery. Its called a Sawzall for good reason.

[@travis8753]

Reciprocating saws can never cut with the precision of a circular saw or jigsaw on wood, and are terrible compared to a band saw for cutting pipe, metal angle accurately. They can do everything really well if you don't care at all about accuracy...or just want to 'cut shit'. That's what their role is, they'll never replace tools designed to do certain jobs.

[@leeschmitz993]

It’s a demolition tool, @Irvine. If you’re using it for intricate, and accurate cuts in wood, or metalworking, you’re using a potentially dangerous tool for the wrong kind of work.

[@acidforblood]

@@leeschmitz993 Would a multi-tool or oscillating saw be better for accurate cuts when compared to this. I don't plan to use it for demo but for fine type of jobs where accuracy is important.

[@TheTarieff]

Thanks ,i have use the resiprocating saw to cut the leaf of dates palm tree it was very good

[@Uswesi1527]

Very important advice. Thanks

[@7Roeth]

Appreciate the video guys.

[@Apollo_Blaze]

Awesome video and Great Tips. Thanks!!

[@candice4341]

Very helpful and informative. Thank you!

[@h4tchetman]

Incredible tool, a must have.

[@cliffljimenez4237]

Awesome! Thank you for this video!🙏

[@AceHardware]

Thanks for watching!

[@markthegardener2403]

Thanks well explained.

[@STLTHMC]

beautiful lesson for this newbie - Thanks!

[@AceHardware]

Thanks for watching Michele!

[@jimsfoods1493]

Thanks! This was very clear and most helpful!

[@marsoelflaco5722]

Ace is the place!!!😉✌🏽

[@SteveGarfield]

Thanks. Helpful.

[@pressit164]

thanks for the info i got one today

[@BishopEddie5443]

LIFE SAVER!

[@yalathary]

Great work

[@loring4015]

....THE HELPFUL HARDWARE MAN.....

[@frende4812]

Ace ROCKS

[@universallearning3532]

Thank you sir.

[@versatileduplicity9313]

Better control with a reciprocating saw than a miter saw. People need to know that

[@AceHardware]

Thanks for sharing that tip!

[@BenjaminGoose]

I bought a Bosch Professional reciprocating saw just to cut through a single PVC pipe that was plumbed in, and it really is a great alternative to a manual metal saw.

[@darksch666]

Excellent video with advices and showing different cutting purposes.

[@AceHardware]

Thanks Raul!

[@fakeapplestore4710]

I am so getting this!!!!

[@AceHardware]

Happy DIYing Elexie!

[@MrBwxian]

Simple yet great and helpful video! Thanks mate.

[@AceHardware]

Glad we could help!

[@scrubclub7138]

I love this type of saw just great precision for whatever your doing.

[@tonyastrom7757]

Great vid tanks

[@dereklewinson3018]

Thanks!

[@originalpickaxe]

Just the thing for London's ULEZ cameras.

[@angrybull2030]

thanks

[@BreadAndGatorade]

Thanks

[@Onepeacebandph]

Nice one

[@occamsrazor7939]

Thanks.

[@garrybeattie8265]

Thanks for the information. I just bought my first Reciprocating saw. one quick question. I have the same blade locking mechanism, which locks the blade in, but it still has a little bit of movement up and down. Is this normal?
Garry from Australia.

[@AceHardware]

Hi Garry, There may be some slight give either way once the blade in locked in - however there should not be much movement up or down. Once the blade is locked into place - the blade should not be able to be pulled out; if this happens then the blade was not locked into place securely. Hope that helps! Let us know if you have more questions arise from your new purchase!

[@fredrikmagnusson1153]

Ace is a place in a hardware store. Ace is a place in de da bli dooo.

[@johnm4541]

Good God ! "Unplug and check the on/off button before changing the blade,........"

[@noahriding5780]

Can the reciprocating saw do finesse, nice cuts like for finishing carpentry and nice pieces? And when you cut metal do you need a special blade for that?

[@leebenjamin1976]

How do you use one for 7 & 1/2 inch round tree's ? .

[@robertmotion]

This was good.
/Bklyn👑

[@michaelhorn9114]

The blade should always be put in upside down. It cuts so much easier and you have more control of it

[@BillSikes.]

I want one for scrapping boilers and air conditioning units, but do I get an 800 watt or a 1100 watt one, advice would be greatly appreciated, bare in mind profit margins, meaning I don't want to spend too much money

[@Iquey]

It's a "POWERFUL TOOL!" 😂😂😂
(Was brought here because a college professor did some very bad class demonstrations)

[@mrsrierieb]

What kind of table should I use for my reciprocating saw!? I just want a table with clamps. Any suggestions?

[@ChildofYAH]

There are some nice workbenches at Lowe's, Home Depot, Ace Hardware, and Sam's Club

[@michaelguardado]

I cut converters with this tool

[@jakelamotta3836]

Hold it tightly with both hands....Bring on the HAVS!!!

[@jasonnehceis3267]

I've watched 5 reciprocating saw videos so far and not one has talked about orbital vs straight cutting and when each is used. Still looking...

[@big1finger]

If you want straight cutting, tip the blade head 90 degrees and the blade 180 degrees and pull straight to you.. If you can't do this with your current saw you need to get rid of it and get one that does.

[@DentistJUNAID]

Can electric saw use for meat/bone cutting?

[@ChefJasonMorse]

Hi Johnny, jumping in to answer this. Chef Jason here, Ace's BBQ expert. I would not recommend using it for any meat fabrication, these saws are not NSF approved which means they can't be sanitized fully. Sanitation is a huge thing with meat saws, I suggest finding a Butcher Hand Meat Saw. You will be able to take that apart fully and ensure its clean and sanitized properly. Hope that helps. Happy Cooking, Chef Jason

[@traceymarshall3390]

Can this be used to cut down a sofa? Mine is rather big.... the sofa.

[@weneedtofeel]

What did this man want to be when he was growing up?

[@choonwahyee9101]

Hi ! Nice's video 's ! Solid's built 's ! Many kind of power tool's, are make 's ! Many brand's had come 's , to the markets! We , all , both 's know 's ! Fast cutting 's are solid 's , and Long lasting , saw 's , are the best saw's !( recipro saw 's , carry and go 's !

[@jimmythegent9190]

Thanks ACE-DUDE. I'm ready to dismember my first victim now. KIDDING....

[@myidi1673]

berapa harga gergaji tsb.n extra mata gergaji berapa

[@listfolks7126]

The video has been featured here: "Best Reciprocating Saw List Folks."

[@id104335409]

How do you use a light saber?

[@AceHardware]

Well that would be an interesting "How To" video!

[@oopsyboops4806]

It's a video about a reciprocating saw

[@marinatilovic9985]

Cena i kako poručiti

[@VanNessy97]

iykyk

[@Bianchi77]

I used a horse saw, but it's wobbling , how can I make it stable ? thanks

[@AceHardware]

Hi There -
The trick is to clamp any material and make sure the horses are in good shape and stable. Hope this helps!

[@michaelmess7575]

PULL THE TRIGGER.........LOL.

[@paizley11]

Is the blade supposed to be jiggly when not in use ? Seems like there's too much play in it....so I'm afraid to turn it on. Anyone know please?

[@AceHardware]

Hi Lila,
The blade should be secure in the mount of the saw not loose at all. The blade itself flexes but not at the point where the blade mounts to the tool. If you want to feel more comfortable, you are welcome to bring it in to your neighborhood Ace store and they can review it with you!

[@paizley11]

@@AceHardware Thanks , I'll do that.

[@Ameylynn]

I would like to get one, but I am not gonna lie - it scares the shit out of me…

[@MrHousecup]

Jimmy Fallon brought me here.

[@yaboidustin2447]

I still suck at using It but that doesn't mean it isn't fun

[@jodieleschander1860]

Is it me or does he resemble frank gifford

[@AceHardware]

Love it Jodie!

[@NNNabcd]

Can this cut fresh beef meat and bones?

[@AceHardware]

Hi Osamah, We do not recommend it.

[@NNNabcd]

@@AceHardware but can it though? Like turkey, ribs etc?

[@221Dw]

Lol a circular saw up a ladder above your head?
Do people really do that?

[@mahatana_r]

They are all dead now. Darwin

[@helenmorrell2717]

Just once……

[@TechyTubeDotCom]

red

[@pernellkatchp66]

I did it myself with the Woodprix plans. I think this is the best way to find out how to build it.

[@puryeareaker7975]

This time I'll use Woodprix instructions to make it easy with my own hands.

[@jimknarr]

No safety gloves?!!!

[@Zach-qs2bw]

the shameless marketing plug at the end is off putting otherwise nice video

[@oopsyboops4806]

It's a video about a reciprocating saw