Bosch Home and Garden Jigsaw PST 700 E (500 W, 1x saw blade, in carrying case) [Energy Class A]
PST 700 E – powerful and handy
Neither precise curves and straight lines pose no problems for our compact, light-weight and practical jigsaw. Thanks to its ergonomic design, the PST 700 E fits nicely in the hand of any DIY enthusiast and guarantees perfect sawing results in a very wide range of materials, such as wood and metal.
Technical data
- Power input: 500 W
- Cutting depth in wood: 70 mm
- Cutting depth in aluminium: 10 mm
- Cutting depth in steel: 4 mm
- Stroke rate at no load : 500 – 3.100 spm
- Weight (gross/net): 2.8/1.7 kg
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Powerful and compacthanks to its powerful 500 W motor, the jigsaw is ideal for many different sawing projects – no matter whether you are looking to cut curves or straight edges. Its low weight of just 1.7 kg and compact design also ensure excellent handling. | Suitable for various materialsWith the right saw blade, the PST 700 E is suitable for many different materials. Cutting depths of up to 70 mm can be achieved in wood, as well as 10 mm in aluminium and 4 mm in steel. | Low vibrations for the best resultsMinimal vibrations make it easier for you to trace the cutting line accurately. As a result, users can, for example, create a precise and clean work surface for their kitchen. |
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Safety when sawingWith its on/off switch, our jigsaw is suitable for both left- and right-handed users. Thanks to the Softgrip, the tool also sits securely in your hand and guarantees smooth cuts in any application. | Blast air function for a clear viewTo ensure that you always have a clear view of the cutting line, the PST 700 E has a cutting line blower that can be switched on and off. This allows you to keep a close eye on the cut at all times. In addition to this, the jigsaw can be connected directly to an industrial dust extractor using an adapter. | Change the saw blade in secondsThe SDS system from Bosch makes jigsaw blade changes much easier. Saw blades can be changed effortlessly and securely in a matter of seconds without requiring any additional tools. |
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| Power input | 500 W | 500 W | 530 W | 620 W | 650 W |
| Cutting depth in wood | 70 mm | 65 mm | 80 mm | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Cutting depth in aluminium | 10 mm | 10 mm | 12 mm | 15 mm | 20 mm |
| Cutting depth in steel | 4 mm | 4 mm | 5 mm | 8 mm | 10 mm |
| Weight (net) | 1.7 kg | 1.6 kg | 2.0 kg | 2.2 kg | 2.3 kg |
| Weight: | 1.7 kg |
| Dimensions: | 29.01 x 33.5 x 10.01 cm; 1.7 Kilograms |
| Model: | 06033A0070 |
| Part: | 06033A0070 |
| Pack Quantity: | 1 |
| Batteries Required: | No |
| Batteries Included: | No |
| Manufacture: | Bosch |
| Quantity: | 1 |
This is a great piece of equipment without being too expensive. I wanted a simple basic jigsaw for general cutting therefore I did not require a guide fence guide or speed control. This one did the job for me.
This is a great piece of equipment without being too expensive. I wanted a simple basic jigsaw for general cutting therefore I did not require a guide fence guide or speed control. This one did the job for me.
it does the jobs in the house and in the garden very well. Makes light work of certain jobs.
Easy to use
Easy to change the blades
Handy storage case.
Excelllent bit of kit. Bought to sort out a decking frame and decking boards. Completed the job in double quick time with the aid of this power tool. Only criticism is that it comes with one blade for cutting wood – investing in more blades is sensible if you have a large project to complete!
Excelllent bit of kit. Bought to sort out a decking frame and decking boards. Completed the job in double quick time with the aid of this power tool. Only criticism is that it comes with one blade for cutting wood – investing in more blades is sensible if you have a large project to complete!
Excelllent bit of kit. Bought to sort out a decking frame and decking boards. Completed the job in double quick time with the aid of this power tool. Only criticism is that it comes with one blade for cutting wood – investing in more blades is sensible if you have a large project to complete!
Excelllent bit of kit. Bought to sort out a decking frame and decking boards. Completed the job in double quick time with the aid of this power tool. Only criticism is that it comes with one blade for cutting wood – investing in more blades is sensible if you have a large project to complete!
My expectations about this jigsaw were not high as I’m used with top professional tools however I have changed my opinion. This is great quality…
Happy customer here
In the box you get the jigsaw itself, plus one blade (fast cut for wood) and a user manual. There’s space in the box for more blades that you have to purchase separately.
The tool fits both T shank and universal fitment blades, according to the manual, but of course if you buy Bosch or “Bosch compatible” then you should be okay.
Fitting the blade in is simple, although I found it slightly odd that in lifting the red movable mechanism, with the blade in place it didn’t return all the way down. I tried it with a few different blades that I had and the same thing, but in use it holds it fine and no blade has ever fallen out.
A word of caution before making your first cut: make sure the foot plate is centered and tight. Mine wasn’t and that would have resulted in a non-straight cut if you follow the marker arrow and don’t look at the blade that follows it.
I personally chose a corded jigsaw over a cordless one, because I considered that it won’t be in regular use and having a battery out of use for any extended periods of time is not good for its longevity. So, a cord was a requirement of mine. I think Bosch have been a bit stingy though and could have provided a longer power cable as this would avoid the need for extension cables in many scenarios.
The tool itself is simple to operate with the trigger being pressure sensitive so you don’t have to use it at maximum speed all the time. There’s a lock that holds it at maximum speed though, but not at slower speeds. The only other feature is the air blower, which I personally find useful. There is a vacuum attachment on the back of the tool, but despite owning a standard ‘outdoor builder’ type Nilfisk vacuum cleaner, it does not fit and so has so far proven useless to me.
I’ve not tried the footplate angle cutting yet, but have no reason to believe it won’t work. I would say that it would be better if it had two screws holding it in, rather than the single screw. Notches and indents aim to make sure the foot plate is aligned though, but as mentioned, out the box mine wasn’t.
All in all, for my light use so far, it’s a nice lightweight tool that’s easy to use. I like that it isn’t complicated and isn’t covered in buttons or settings or adjustable pendulum action, unlike other brands that — I think — overcomplicate matters. That said, is it worth twice the price of a generic branded jigsaw? Probably not, but I’d like to think that being a Bosch tool its quality and therefore longevity is superior.
The Bosch PST 700 E arrived on time despite Amazon suggesting it might not. It comes in a handy green box that should protect the tool over time.
In the box you get the jigsaw itself, plus one blade (fast cut for wood) and a user manual. There’s space in the box for more blades that you have to purchase separately.
The tool fits both T shank and universal fitment blades, according to the manual, but of course if you buy Bosch or “Bosch compatible” then you should be okay.
Fitting the blade in is simple, although I found it slightly odd that in lifting the red movable mechanism, with the blade in place it didn’t return all the way down. I tried it with a few different blades that I had and the same thing, but in use it holds it fine and no blade has ever fallen out.
A word of caution before making your first cut: make sure the foot plate is centered and tight. Mine wasn’t and that would have resulted in a non-straight cut if you follow the marker arrow and don’t look at the blade that follows it.
I personally chose a corded jigsaw over a cordless one, because I considered that it won’t be in regular use and having a battery out of use for any extended periods of time is not good for its longevity. So, a cord was a requirement of mine. I think Bosch have been a bit stingy though and could have provided a longer power cable as this would avoid the need for extension cables in many scenarios.
The tool itself is simple to operate with the trigger being pressure sensitive so you don’t have to use it at maximum speed all the time. There’s a lock that holds it at maximum speed though, but not at slower speeds. The only other feature is the air blower, which I personally find useful. There is a vacuum attachment on the back of the tool, but despite owning a standard ‘outdoor builder’ type Nilfisk vacuum cleaner, it does not fit and so has so far proven useless to me.
I’ve not tried the footplate angle cutting yet, but have no reason to believe it won’t work. I would say that it would be better if it had two screws holding it in, rather than the single screw. Notches and indents aim to make sure the foot plate is aligned though, but as mentioned, out the box mine wasn’t.
All in all, for my light use so far, it’s a nice lightweight tool that’s easy to use. I like that it isn’t complicated and isn’t covered in buttons or settings or adjustable pendulum action, unlike other brands that — I think — overcomplicate matters. That said, is it worth twice the price of a generic branded jigsaw? Probably not, but I’d like to think that being a Bosch tool its quality and therefore longevity is superior.
Good weight. Strong enough motor. Excellent for the small jobs I have. It’s a Bosch so I expect itll last well into the future. Happy customer.
Brilliant. Really easy to fit blades: without any tools. Cuts really fast and clean. Miles better than my 20 year old black and decker: so glad I changed it. Love the variable speed control as it gives great accuracy
Brilliant. Really easy to fit blades: without any tools. Cuts really fast and clean. Miles better than my 20 year old black and decker: so glad I changed it. Love the variable speed control as it gives great accuracy
I bought this as i have a very heavy wardrobe that i need to get rid of. It did the job perfectly cutting it up in to easy to lift pieces, granted what I am using it for is not exactly heavy work but I cant fault it, especially for the price, the variable speed gives you total control, i would certainly recommend it.
I bought this as i have a very heavy wardrobe that i need to get rid of. It did the job perfectly cutting it up in to easy to lift pieces, granted what I am using it for is not exactly heavy work but I cant fault it, especially for the price, the variable speed gives you total control, i would certainly recommend it.
Had a lot of wood to cut. Carried out the work successfully.
I got this to modify a unit I had to make it fit perfectly. Having never used an electric saw before it was very easy to use but naturally with a power tool you have to be careful. I felt it was easy to control but turning was a little difficult.
I got this to modify a unit I had to make it fit perfectly. Having never used an electric saw before it was very easy to use but naturally with a power tool you have to be careful. I felt it was easy to control but turning was a little difficult.
This item sits on my shelf and when needed is ready for action in seconds. Corded devices take a little longer, especially if needed to be used away from a power socket.
Accuracy is great and very easy to use.
This item sits on my shelf and when needed is ready for action in seconds. Corded devices take a little longer, especially if needed to be used away from a power socket.
Accuracy is great and very easy to use.
I asked for a jigsaw for Christmas. I was after a 1000 piece one that I could do over the winter months. They got me this instead……
It is a good piece of kit and will do most jobs. As always decent quality blades for the right materials are the key. Remember no matter the quality of the machine, it is the blade that does the actual cutting.
Prices always fluctuate on Amazon, especially for Bosch kit. Add it to your wishlist or basket and wait for a deal / price that is acceptable to you.
My previous jigsaw was a cheap Argos product and it lasted me for years. I bought this more expensive saw to replace it and I am delighted with how good it is, apart from I struggle to remove the blade.
My previous jigsaw was a cheap Argos product and it lasted me for years. I bought this more expensive saw to replace it and I am delighted with how good it is, apart from I struggle to remove the blade.
Used this for the first time today to cut floorboards. Excellent job. Easy to use. Just wish I had bought a few more blades but that is nothing to do with how easy it is to use. Will look at investing in some of the add ons. Excellent produc
It cuts straight, its easy to use.
Powerful enough. Lacks laser guide really.
Otherwise it’s good.
Perfect for cutting the opening for the new sink. Followed the line well with little wandering.
Great jigsaw for the size of it, would definitely recommend, the only down side is that the spare blade carrier keeps falling off.
Well made as expected with bosch products, but have to agree with several other reviews, difficult to remove blade after use. Hopefully will ease with use
OK for small jobs, would get something bigger, more power, for frequent use or larger projects.
What a great tool!
Had to buy another saw to replace one which self-destructed after many years but I’m so glad to get my hands on this; light and with vibration control it cuts a straight line with accuracy every time. Usual advice stands about only using quality blades, cheapies just bend and wobble, and great to have its own plastic case to safely hold the saw and a pack of blades all in one place.
Now have almost a full set of Bosch tools, would not buy another brand, VERY happy with this
Really good saw nice and controllable.
Only down side is guide seems very flimsy as it’s only made out of plastic.
My old Hitachi jigsaw had just about had it. This replacement has more ‘guts’ to it, and with a new blade made my job that much easier.
Like the power this product has, reasonable length cord , easy blade installation, accuracy is dependant on the user these type of cutters rely on the users steady hand they are not designed for total accuracy but certainly does what is was designed for .
Like the power this product has, reasonable length cord , easy blade installation, accuracy is dependant on the user these type of cutters rely on the users steady hand they are not designed for total accuracy but certainly does what is was designed for .
I found this jig saw to be very easy to use and very comfortable in the hand. Cutting straight depends on how steady your hand is but I used this to cut 22mm decking planks to good effect and was happy with the outcome. It cuts with no effort at all compared to my old saw and it just seemed to glide through the wood. I can fully recommend this saw.
I normally like the Bosh professional range but for smaller, easier jobs got the power for all range because batteries are interchangeable. This little jigsaw is excellent. OK blade thicker than I expected but very efficient cutting and excellent battery length.
I normally like the Bosh professional range but for smaller, easier jobs got the power for all range because batteries are interchangeable. This little jigsaw is excellent. OK blade thicker than I expected but very efficient cutting and excellent battery length.
You need to buy some different blades to really see what it can do, but you won’t be disappointed.
I cut the sink opening in my new kitchen worktop with it and it was pretty accurate. Jigsaw blades are always a bit wobbly, but this one was pretty steady.
I have also used it to cut the new laminate (vinyl) floor tiles and all the fiddly bits around the pipes and cupboard base units.
It seems quite happy to have a go at anything – as long as you have the right blade in it.
Changing blades is easy – just push and click.
You change the speed by pressing the trigger. The more you press the faster it goes. Simple – and it means you can control the speed as you go along, rather than setting the speed on a dial then having to stop to adjust it.
First rate product. Superbly made. Dead accurate. None of the wonky cuts you get with cheap jig saws. Totally brilliant and worth the extra over a 30 basic model. Worth every penny. The anti vibration feature is great too. Not very noisy either. A must have tool for the DIYer!
Best decision I’ve made all year.
It’s comfortable.
It’s powerful.
It’s versatile…
Watching videos on YouTube for it and am amazed.
Can cut directly into the middle of wood, creating a clean hole from the middle, without need to pre-drill a hole. Stunning.
The rotary action on the blade is amazing for fast cuts.
The blower is great for dispersing dust as you cut, or turn off if you have a hoover attached.
The control action is fantastic, full analogue control of the speed of the motor.
Genuinely love it.
Best purchase I’ve made for a while
Nice powerful bit of kit, used it to cut the hole in for a kitchen sink in a normal 2 inch work surface and it did it no problem at all. Was putting the saw away after finishing and spotted it was on minimum power. If it can do that on minimum can’t wait to see what full power is like 🙂
Nice powerful bit of kit, used it to cut the hole in for a kitchen sink in a normal 2 inch work surface and it did it no problem at all. Was putting the saw away after finishing and spotted it was on minimum power. If it can do that on minimum can’t wait to see what full power is like 🙂
Nice powerful bit of kit, used it to cut the hole in for a kitchen sink in a normal 2 inch work surface and it did it no problem at all. Was putting the saw away after finishing and spotted it was on minimum power. If it can do that on minimum can’t wait to see what full power is like 🙂
Nice powerful bit of kit, used it to cut the hole in for a kitchen sink in a normal 2 inch work surface and it did it no problem at all. Was putting the saw away after finishing and spotted it was on minimum power. If it can do that on minimum can’t wait to see what full power is like 🙂
The jigsaw feels solid and every cut feels controlled, the blade change mechanism felt a little bit flimsy at first, but I grew to trust it as it never slipped or gave way to all my jig sawing.
If there’s one thing I could complaint it’d be the hoover attachment doesn’t seem to allow all dust to be sucked up. I was using a Henry so it wasn’t particularly underpowered, but plenty of dust still managed to get around. Definitely not a deal breaker but I thought that could be slightly better!
Like all Bosch products, this is brilliant! Low vibration while using which helps, also has a blow feature so it blows the dust from the front. The only change I would do is put a laser guide on the front. Also the blade got stuck and I had to use a little pressure using pliers to set it loose.
Speed increases or decreases with a finger trigger, kind of like a petrol chainsaw. So the speed is easy to control.
The instructions aren’t great – I had to post a question online to understand how to change the blade. But it was quickly answered.
I also love the Bosch cases. They last for years and make storage and transport simple and safe.
Another excellent Bosch product, and really affordable.
Be careful to read the description in terms of how much it is able to cut however. You are limited on the thickness of what materials it can get through. In my experience for general DIY around the house this is all that you will need.
The dust cover is missing. I’m very surprised this happened as i know Bosch never makes mistakes like this and I have many Bosch products and also the box had an original Bosch seal on it which was intact. Surely this is nothing but a minor mistake which it’ll be sorted.
Apart from the missing part everything else is absolutely top quality and looks and feels professional.
I know the problem is going to be sorted by Amazon so I’m giving 5/5 stars for delivery and 5/5 for the produc
The guide arrow is off, therefore it’s important to remember to watch the blade when cutting or adjust the guide. However
It cuts really smoothly and makes cutting a breeze. I bought some Bosch pro 10tlc blades to go with it.
Corded is always a slight issue with any type of power saw but for the price of it, there is no complaints from me. It’s fantastic for any of the household jobs that I purchased this for. Far exceeds my expectations. Wonderful.
Corded is always a slight issue with any type of power saw but for the price of it, there is no complaints from me. It’s fantastic for any of the household jobs that I purchased this for. Far exceeds my expectations. Wonderful.
Corded is always a slight issue with any type of power saw but for the price of it, there is no complaints from me. It’s fantastic for any of the household jobs that I purchased this for. Far exceeds my expectations. Wonderful.
I started to use it with caution that it may not be so strong as to cut hard thick wood but I was amazed. It cuts like butter and stable in my hand with very little vibrations and the front air blower keeps my line of site clear and focused on the cutting bit.
The only drawback is that I can not find the dust adapter to connect to my dust collection system therefore I’ve to make my own and hence the 4 stars.
Best DIY product I ever bought. Saves me so much time cutting wood for small DIY jobs and projects around the house. It is a little noisy but not too much of a problem, nothing that I would not expect. Cuts through sheet materials easily, could not recommend this jigsaw more. Comes with 1 blade in the box. I bought the Bosch T Shank Jigsaw Blade Set, 8 Pieces with it but as yet have only needed to use the supplied blade. Simply excellent.
Really decent little saw for the money. I like the pointer on the front plate – a simple detail, but great for guiding the saw along. Light and responsive. Get some decent blades and it does a good job. No rake, but that’s not a big deal.
my other Bosch jig saw you had to use a long thin screwdriver to put down the handle and turn the screw many turns to release the blade, then you had to turn the blade through 90 degrees to get it out which was rather difficult if the blade had broken off flush which is where they usually did. This new one with the quick release (although not used yet) is so easy to blade change (seconds) and a bonus is it will take any type of blade
Easiest one yet. If your not a beginner you wont find this one challenging being just a ‘2 piece’. Although what does hold you back is having to supply the second piece.
If you are somewhat of a jigsaw expert and have already ordered all is not lost, make sure it is plugged in and turned on for a huge challenge and when finished i have to admit it is as pretty as my ‘1000 piece constable ‘the haywain”.
I was fed up wth cheap jigsaws that just don’t cut it, so decided to spend a bit more and this one is just great. The first job I did was to cut through a length of worktop with a reinforcing strip underneath the total thickness was almost the depth of the blade, and I expected it to be a struggle. It was so easy it took all the fun out of it. Also putting the blades in is easy, and they dont work loose. Getting a good straight cut is easier than the cheap ones I’m used to. I would recommend this, and consider it good value. The sturdy case is a nice bonus too.
However, I digress…………………………sorry…………………………… This is a good, sturdy machine, with a guide to help. Comes in good sturdy case. If you need a jigsaw, I’d definitely give this little baby a go.
Finally got round to replacing my old B&D jigsaw, and now wish I have done so much earlier.
The cable is a sensible length. Very little vibration when cutting, thus making it a lot easier to use. Plus it is nice to have a box to keep the jigsaw in good condition.
I now have several Bosch electric tools (from DIY models to semi-professional models) and am pleased with all of them. So this item is also well recommended.
The quick blade change is so easy to get the hang of, just remember to unplug the saw before you do it as your hands are on the blade when you slot it into the housing by lifting the red notch at the front.
It has the power to slice through wood and other material. I mainly use wood in my work and this has no trouble slicing through what ever I put in front of it. the footplate is strong, with the easy option of tilting from left to right.
The handle has a rubber coating over it which makes gripping it a pleasure with no real hassles with vibrations and the like.
The extraction hose fitting is right at the rear which makes it easier to use with the vacuum cleaner hosing not getting in the way of the cutting, which clears the saw dust from the work area.
It has the usual trigger at the front underside of the handle with the ‘lock on’ button just above the trigger. This makes it easy to lock the blade running with just your thumb.
So, if you want a simple to use and powerful jigsaw this is the one for you.
Bosch are highly considered in the building trade and this is a Great power tool. Relatively easy to use [given I’d never used one before]. I bought it to cut a cat flap but then discovered the door was plated with aluminium both sides! Gave up on that idea but I needed to cut some uPVC for window sills. Did the job perfectly. Next job: a wooden unit for the built-in balcony. I know it will be dead easy using this great piece of kit.
Comes complete with a tough box and a single blade. Would recommend you buy a box of assorted blades as you buy this.
Pros – Lightweight, Powerful, Uses 18v LiIon battery, SDS for quick blade change, Light, can cut a decent length on a single charge (I measured and made approx 25 metres of cuts before needing to recharge)
Cons – doesn’t come with a plastic carry case (which is included if you buy the setup with the charger and battery)
Pros – Lightweight, Powerful, Uses 18v LiIon battery, SDS for quick blade change, Light, can cut a decent length on a single charge (I measured and made approx 25 metres of cuts before needing to recharge)
Cons – doesn’t come with a plastic carry case (which is included if you buy the setup with the charger and battery)
Other thing to keep in mind is that there is no variable speed selection button on this model, meaning if you want to use the locking button on the side of the handle, you have to lock it in full speed position (which is not very versatile). Also there is no orbital swing motion on this model. So this is a very very basic saw in terms of extra features. My home vacuum does not fit the hole on this saw, so I could test the vacuum suction, but from what I can tell, even if you did use a vacuum there will still be saw dust on your floor! Maybe a little less though.
Amazing product. Cuts through wood cleanly and evenly and has a great battery life. I bought some long blades and cut through 50mm wood posts. Because it uses a battery that is interchangeable with other tools in the range I can take a spare and get through all the work before I need a recharge. The batteries can also be used on drills, sander, lights, hedge trimmers and a strimmer. The batteries charge pretty quickly too. It seems also to me much safer than a trailing flex whilst cutting.
Cordless tools have come a long way. Don’t buy the bare tool (without battery) if you haven’t got the batteries and charger already. It works out cheaper to buy a full tool initially.
The saw comes in a neat box that stows everything well. There is only one small blade supplied with the box and it was worth buying the recommended set of additional saw blades if you don’t have them already. Overall, a worthwhile buy.
The saw comes in a neat box that stows everything well. There is only one small blade supplied with the box and it was worth buying the recommended set of additional saw blades if you don’t have them already. Overall, a worthwhile buy.
I am pleased with this product. Easily controllably and the tendency all these jig saws have to wander off the line is controllable with less speed and less forward motion pressure. A great advance on my first B & D jig saw although to have made it even better I would have liked to see the ability to swivel the blade that my last B&D Pro had (and my son borrowed, never to be seen again). It made easy light work of cutting a metal ducting, in spite of the awkward shape and my inability to devise a holding system for the work piece. I can see myself using this tool quite a lot.
All my power tools are Bosch and they have never let me down. This PST 700 model is so easy to use and changing the blades is done at the push of a button. Sawing starts slowly depending on how much you squeeze the trigger and then off you go! Effortless cutting and shaping of wood and thin steel. It’s such a pleasure to use that I’ve started inventing new jobs for it. Woke up this morning to a snowy day (Saturday 19 Jan 2013) and I’m going to make a toboggan. This jigsaw will make very light work of the cutting.
I bought this as I was preparing to fit laminate flooring to four rooms and wanted a suitable saw for this and other DIY projects. I’m half way through the project and I’m very impressed. The spring-loaded blade-holder is brilliant: laminate is very hard on blades (three to four per room) so changing them quickly and easily is a bonus. The roller-guide to support the blade is another great idea. The plate adjustment for 45 degree angles is easy and precise. The 500 watt motor seems ample for my needs, and the jigsaw is comfortable to hold and use. I also bought a selection box of Bosch blades and several packets of T101BR blades for the laminate. All together, this makes a very handy, versatile tool. I’m very pleased indeed.
Integrated saw blade storage compartment was handy.
Overall a good jigsaw.
Integrated saw blade storage compartment was handy.
Overall a good jigsaw.