Jigsaw Vs Bandsaw Comparison
Jigsaw vs bandsaw: a jigsaw is portable and cuts curves and cutouts in sheet goods, while a bandsaw cuts thick stock square and can resaw boards.
Articles by Peter Lynn
The Best Hand Saw for Cutting Trees: Ultimate Reviews and Guide
The best hand saw for cutting trees is a 30-inch bow saw like the Bahco 10-30-23 for trunks; curved pruning saws suit limbs. Picks and safety tips.
How to Cut a Straight Line with a Jigsaw: Ultimate Guide
How to cut a straight line with a jigsaw: use a stiff blade, clamp a straightedge fence, set orbital action low, and let the saw reach full speed.
Best Jigsaw Blades: Reviews and Top Guide
The best jigsaw blades match your saw's shank and the material: 6 to 12 TPI for wood, 17 to 24+ for metal. Six sets compared.
How to Cut Plexiglass with a Jigsaw in Six Simple Steps
How to cut plexiglass with a jigsaw: use a sharp plastic-cutting blade, support and clamp the sheet, tape the line, and keep moving so it won't melt.
Sabre Saw vs Jigsaw Comparison
Sabre saw vs jigsaw: a jigsaw cuts curves and precise lines, while a sabre (reciprocating) saw makes fast rough cuts. Compare our top picks.
Best Electric Log Splitter Reviews: Expert Insights
The best electric log splitter for most homes is the 7-ton Boss Industrial ES7T20. Compare WEN, Swisher, and YardMax, plus key safety rules.
SuperMax 16-32 Drum Sander Review: A Solid Pick
SuperMax 16-32 drum sander review: 1-1/2 HP, sands 32-inch-wide boards in two passes, Intellisand feed control, and needs a 20 amp circuit.
Reciprocating Saw vs Jigsaw: Which Should You Buy?
Reciprocating saw vs jigsaw: a reciprocating saw is a rough demolition cutter, while a jigsaw makes precise curves and cutouts in wood and panels.
Kobalt Sliding Miter Saw Reviews
Kobalt miter saw review: Lowe's house-brand sliding saws from 7-1/4 to 12 inches, with the 12-inch dual-bevel model as our pick for most shops.