Milwaukee 6538-21 vs DEWALT DC385K

Model Milwaukee
6538-21
DEWALT
DC385K

Basic Info

Suggested Price $376.16
Release Sep 2012 Jan 2013

Overview

Top Features
  • The product is easy to use
  • The product is durable
  • The product is manufactured in United States
  • 15.0 amp Milwaukee motor with highest overload protection in the industry, prevents motor burn up/failure
  • Constant power technology maintains constant speed under load for unmatched cutting performance
  • Patented gear-protecting clutch extends gear and motor life by absorbing high-impact forces caused by sudden blade lock-ups
  • Patented counter-balanced mechanism for a smooth running, low vibrating reciprocating saw
  • Variable-speed trigger and dial speed control
  • Lever-action keyless blade clamp for quick and easy blade changes and 4-positions for flush cutting
  • 1-1/8-inch stroke length and 0-3,000 strokes per minute for faster cutting speed, pivoting shoe for comfort
  • High-capacity XRP battery offer 40% more run-time than standard batteries
  • Includes saw, battery, 1-hour charger, kit box
  • 8.2 pounds, 90-day money back guarantee, 1-year free service contract, 3-year limited warranty

All Features

Cord Length (ft.) 8.0
Power Tool Product Type Corded
Corded Tool Type Reciprocating Saw
ETL Listed Yes
Reconditioned No
Amperage (amps) 15 A
UL Listed 1-UL Listed
Strokes per minute 2800.0
Variable Speed Yes
Product Depth (in.) 19.5 in
Product Width (in.) 3.75 in
Keyless/keyed blade change Keyless
Cordless/Corded Corded
Assembled Width (in.) 3.75 in
CSA Listed Yes
Product Height (in.) 5.8 in
Adjustable Shoe Yes
Product Weight (lb.) 9.8
Assembled Height (in.) 5.8 in
Length Of Stroke 1.25 in
Assembled Depth (in.) 19.5 in
Manufacturer Warranty 5 Years
Returnable 90-Day
Battery Capacity 2.4Ah
Blade Type 1/2″ Universal Tang
Country of Origin (subject to change) Mexico
Cutting Action Straight
Item Cordless Reciprocating Saw Kit
Shoe Design Pivoting Adjustable
Includes (1) 18V XRP(TM) Battery, 1 hr. Charger, Kit Box
Battery Pack Replacement 4GA70
Cordless Tool Battery Type NiCd
Corded/Cordless Cordless
Length of Stroke 1-1/8″
Battery Included / Bare Tool Battery Included
Tool Length 17-1/2″
No Load Strokes/Minute 0 to 3000
Handle Type D-Handle
Voltage 18.0
Tool Weight 8.2 lb.
Battery Included 4GA70
Features 4-Position Blade Clamp, Keyless Lever Action Blade Clamp

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