Friday, July 1, 2011 Bosch RS5 10 Amp Reciprocating Saw Review

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(More customer reviews)The RS5 is one of only 3 recips with a comfortable fore-grip (the others are the Ryobi and Ridgid). Most recips have a big hump or step at the fore-grip so they are awkward and uncomfortable. The RS5 is one of the lighter recips at 7.2 lbs. The swiveling fore-grip piece is nice and unique. Now the bad news. Power is average. Vibration is average or slightly worse. The foot is not adjustable and sticks out too far. The blade release twist-button cannot be operated with gloves, so you have to fiddle around the hot area with bare fingers. Ouch! The cord is short. The trigger-operated speed control is nearly useless (the proper way to do it is with a separate dial like the Ryobi).
For infrequent use, almost any recip will do.For extended or pro use, there really isn't a perfect one. I tried them all. Comfort ranks high for me as a builder (it also makes it safer, as in good grip and not tired). So I will probably keep the RS5 for everyday comfort and the Milwaukee 6521 for occasional heavy-duty use.

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Product Description:
1-1/8", 9A, Reciprocating Saw With Swivel Grip For Scrolling Cuts, Rafter Hook, Soft Grip On The Handle, Lockjaw Blade Change For Simple Blade Insertion & Ejection.