Makita M4501 Reciprocating Saw, Black/Red
Introducing MT Series from Makita
The MT Series from Makita offers a comprehensive list of tools.
Produced to a standard far exceeding that of the DIY market, the MT Series combines industrial build quality with fundamental professional requirements.
The MT Series is therefore tailored to suit all discerning home-users, apprentices and trade users, who do not require all the features of a high-end professional machine, just a robust and reliable tool to get the job done.
MT Series tools are produced in the same worldwide Makita factories as fully fledged Makita tools, and are subject to the same stringent quality control processes.
Makita M4501/2
- Available in 240V only
- Variable speed controlled by trigger
- Tool-less blade change
- Tool-less shoe adjustment
- Externally accessible brushes
- Maximum cutting capacity in wood 255mm
- Maximum cutting capacity in pipe 130mm
The M4501/2 has an ergonomically designed handle with a rubberised soft grip to fit the user’s hand perfectly, providing maximum control and increased comfort in use.
The M4501/2 features a built-in dust blower to clear the cutting line for greater accuracy and is designed for improved dust and water resistance for using in harsh weather conditions.
Makita M4501/2 240V Reciprocating Saw
The M4501/2 Reciprocating Saw has a powerful 1,010 watt motor, with variable speed controlled by trigger to enable the user to match the speed to the application for accurate cutting, to deliver up to 2,800 spm and 28mm strokes for faster cutting. The M4501/2 is ideal for framers, carpenters, plumbers and general construction.
The M4501/2 is equipped with a tool-less blade change to enable the user one handed blade changes, tool-less shoe adjustment to allow the user to quickly adjust the shoe position by simply pressing a button and a large 2 finger trigger switch with conveniently located lock-on button for continuous use and added convenience.
| Weight: | 3.2 kg |
| Dimensions: | 45.7 x 9.8 x 17 cm; 3.2 Kilograms |
| Model: | M4501/2 |
| Part: | M4501/2 |
| Colour: | Black/Red |
| Pack Quantity: | 1 |
| Batteries Required: | No |
| Batteries Included: | No |
| Manufacture: | Makita |
| Colour: | Black/Red |
| Quantity: | 1 |
Knife through butte
I’ve used a battery -powered recipro saw for a couple of years but the charge didn’t last that long. As I use the saw mainly in the garden., switching to corded wasn’t an issue.
This saw cuts through pallet wood really easily, using the Makita wood blade provided. It’s heavier than the cordless but it feels more comfortable – quite often my hands and wrists ache after using the cordless, not with this one. It feels like a proper piece of kit – if you don’t need the cordless option then I’d definitely recommend this saw.
Amazing price for a great bit of ki
Positives: The brand and the price – awesome. Wrong item was delivered initially but it was soon sorted. Correct item was delivered within 2 days of my contact so great service overall. What a great price for a Makita Rec Saw.
Negatives: Only really the blades it comes with. The blade for wood bends very easily but I purchased some Bosch blades at the same time after reading other reviews. Haven’t tried them yet but hopefully they will be better.
Overall, would highly recommend – 30 cheaper than anywhere else.
Grea
We used it yesterday and wow, much nicer machine.Cuts through like butter.
Excelle
Really happy with this saw – cut a few smallish trees down and subsequently cut those trunks and branches – all very easy – used to do the with a hand saw – wish I’d bought this sooner!
Excelle
Really happy with this saw – cut a few smallish trees down and subsequently cut those trunks and branches – all very easy – used to do the with a hand saw – wish I’d bought this sooner!
Makita Reciprocal Saw
Well made, light and powerful. Really happy with my purchase.
Versatility
Very versatile tool, just used mine taking down three wooden garden sheds.
I like its versatility.
I dislike it’s transmission of vibration.
A lot of reciprocating saw for the money...
This is a very sturdy and powerful saw that makes short work of wood, metal & plastic, as long as the correct blade is fitted. The Makita M4501 saw is not sold with its own carry case but is bundled with two 150mm blades, one for wood and one for metal. Blades that are used by this saw are of a universal design and so are easy to source.
The key-less chuck allows for easy blade changes and the shoe is easy to adjust, remove and replace. Usefully, the easy to replace carbon brushes are externally accessible.
The variable speed trigger does need to be used with care, as the saw will quickly achieve maximum speed. Unfortunately the lock-on button only engages when the trigger is fully depressed which means the saw will then only run at full speed. The other slight drawback is the length of the power cord which at about 2 metres, could have been a bit longer.
Due to the power, noise and dust generated, eye and ear protection are essential, as is a dust mask. The vibration experienced at high speed and under high load can be quite intense, so a firm but not too tight grip is preferable.
The 3.25kg weight does require some getting used to, but is not unreasonable as the high end, pro-grade reciprocating saws can weigh in at up to 6kg!
In conclusion, I think this is an excellent product sold at a very competitive price.
Highly Recommended.
A lot of reciprocating saw for the money...
This is a very sturdy and powerful saw that makes short work of wood, metal & plastic, as long as the correct blade is fitted. The Makita M4501 saw is not sold with its own carry case but is bundled with two 150mm blades, one for wood and one for metal. Blades that are used by this saw are of a universal design and so are easy to source.
The key-less chuck allows for easy blade changes and the shoe is easy to adjust, remove and replace. Usefully, the easy to replace carbon brushes are externally accessible.
The variable speed trigger does need to be used with care, as the saw will quickly achieve maximum speed. Unfortunately the lock-on button only engages when the trigger is fully depressed which means the saw will then only run at full speed. The other slight drawback is the length of the power cord which at about 2 metres, could have been a bit longer.
Due to the power, noise and dust generated, eye and ear protection are essential, as is a dust mask. The vibration experienced at high speed and under high load can be quite intense, so a firm but not too tight grip is preferable.
The 3.25kg weight does require some getting used to, but is not unreasonable as the high end, pro-grade reciprocating saws can weigh in at up to 6kg!
In conclusion, I think this is an excellent product sold at a very competitive price.
Highly Recommended.
Awesome!
Fantastic for pruning. I bought longer blades for it and you can get through some quite thick trunks and branches with ease. Very pleased with the product.
Beyond brilliant !! 6 *
Ultimate destroyer!!! No finesse but if you want somethin to tear through chunky timber in seconds, this is an animal. I’ve also got a B&D scorpion saw and there’s no comparison. The scorpion is all noise and no cutting but this is like a hot knife through butter !! Superb saw !!!
Beyond brilliant !! 6 *
Ultimate destroyer!!! No finesse but if you want somethin to tear through chunky timber in seconds, this is an animal. I’ve also got a B&D scorpion saw and there’s no comparison. The scorpion is all noise and no cutting but this is like a hot knife through butter !! Superb saw !!!
Quality built saw.
I love makita power tools and this did not disappoint. I bought this to help me with dismantling pallets and they did not stand a chance.
The saw is weighty but in way that fills you with confidence that it is up to the job. The blades are very easy to change too.
If your after a reciprocating saw on a budget look no further.
Quality built saw.
I love makita power tools and this did not disappoint. I bought this to help me with dismantling pallets and they did not stand a chance.
The saw is weighty but in way that fills you with confidence that it is up to the job. The blades are very easy to change too.
If your after a reciprocating saw on a budget look no further.
Great tool at a great price and free quick delivery.
Does exactly what i bought it for. Well made very good price. It’s actually 30 cheaper than a well known diy store that sells lots of screws to fix things. Quick blade change plenty of power. Variable speed, tough blades. Very happy with it. it’s a real man style tool nothing flimsy about it. GRRRRRRRR
Great tool at a great price and free quick delivery.
Does exactly what i bought it for. Well made very good price. It’s actually 30 cheaper than a well known diy store that sells lots of screws to fix things. Quick blade change plenty of power. Variable speed, tough blades. Very happy with it. it’s a real man style tool nothing flimsy about it. GRRRRRRRR
Fantastic, my first Makita tool and wow, not just incredible build quality, but you can buy replacement parts down to the molecule on their website.
Took photo of the tool next to my wallet as it is quite large, but feels very secure and confident in the hand.
Also comes with 2 saw bits as photo’d, one wood and one metal.
No bag or case included with this model unfortunately.
Universal saw bits, so you can buy any manufacturers, they all work on the same connection.
Worth mentioning, the toolless saw mechanism is very clever, simply turn the bit “nozzle” 45 degrees round which releases the bit and the latch stays open, then insert a new bit and the pressure of the bit end against the back of the “nozzle” releases the latch and it locks closed again. Incredibly simple and very effective.
The hair trigger is excellent, more pressure applies more speed to the bit.
The only negatives I have are that it’s quite heavy and that the power cable is not very long, only about 3 meters, would have liked more length on it, but that’s very minor as you’ll likely be using an extension cable for most jobs anyway.
If you’ve come across this, just pick it up, it’s a seriously beautiful bit of kit, gets jobs done incredibly quickly
Fantastic, my first Makita tool and wow, not just incredible build quality, but you can buy replacement parts down to the molecule on their website.
Took photo of the tool next to my wallet as it is quite large, but feels very secure and confident in the hand.
Also comes with 2 saw bits as photo’d, one wood and one metal.
No bag or case included with this model unfortunately.
Universal saw bits, so you can buy any manufacturers, they all work on the same connection.
Worth mentioning, the toolless saw mechanism is very clever, simply turn the bit “nozzle” 45 degrees round which releases the bit and the latch stays open, then insert a new bit and the pressure of the bit end against the back of the “nozzle” releases the latch and it locks closed again. Incredibly simple and very effective.
The hair trigger is excellent, more pressure applies more speed to the bit.
The only negatives I have are that it’s quite heavy and that the power cable is not very long, only about 3 meters, would have liked more length on it, but that’s very minor as you’ll likely be using an extension cable for most jobs anyway.
If you’ve come across this, just pick it up, it’s a seriously beautiful bit of kit, gets jobs done incredibly quickly
Great Tool
For the price this is a great saw. Its heavy…but who wants a flimsy one ? Good price and fast delivery too. Recommended.