My next Jigsaw after a Craftsman for 40+ years!
Rating: 5
Initial unpacking and checking out all the features ... looks like it will perform up to the high customer reviews I read online!
by UT Fan - Dano on 2020-02-22T16:00:00
It's Solid
Rating: 5
I haven't had a chance to use it too much yet but my initial impression is very positive. It has some weight to it and I like that in a jig saw to keep things steady. When looking at different models this one seemed to have a heaftier blade release/retention lever. It has a much longer cord than my previous jig saws which is nice. Adjustment knobs are convenient. I may add more once I've had the chance to run it through some different materials.
by Backpackercass on 2017-01-17T16:00:00
EXCELLENT!
Rating: 5
I own several Bosh tools including two jigsaws. One I used exclusively and the other I loaned to friends. Well, recently, one vanished and the other developed a "hesitation-stutter" after many years of hard use. I came across the new JS470E just as I was commissioned for a rush job at a church building an 8' W x 10' H x 6" D cross of sapele mahogany. Divine Intervention! A wonderful, powerful tool. Of course, there had to be some adversity...the Adversary works hard, too! The first time I inserted a blade I didn't fully insert and ground it. So of course it shot out like a missile during the very first cut! After that, though, everything went like cake. Again, a beautiful tool!
by Irvin on 2017-06-18T17:00:00
Nice!
Rating: 5
I have used several consumer-grade saber saws in the past and even one Craftsman "professional" grade. I never had a lot of luck getting a quality cut. Then I bought the JS470E. At first the cut I was getting wasn't much better than what I had experienced with all the others. Then I noticed I did not turn on the orbital cut action. What a difference. Perfectly straight cuts! The blade change mechanism is a dream to use. The tool is a bit on the heavy side, but the added heft really dampens vibration. Definitely reccomend it.
by PSiegel on 2017-07-27T17:00:00
Rating: 5
Love this saw, I use it a lot to cut metal and it works perfectly, I've only used it up to 1/8" but it eats thru it. The one feature I like a lot is the drive roller right behind the blade which keeps the blade from bending. But overall I'm impressed with it completely.
by Mike the welder on 2016-12-15T16:00:00
Controlable power
Rating: 5
I purchased the JS470 to replace a much older jigsaw which was underpowered and uncontrollable. I needed to make cuts under control and precisely on 8/4 stock that was too large for my bandsaw. I read all the reviews and purchased the Bosch. I'm not disappointed! I'm a big fan.
by Quiet Observer on 2017-08-12T17:00:00
Great Hole Cutter
Rating: 5
I purchased the Bosch JS470E to replace my old jig saw. I was making a unique piece of art for my yard that needed many different sized holes cut in it. This jig saw worked wonderfully in all my hole cutting. I'm on to other new projects that I can use my new saw for. Love the heftiness and stability of the saw.
by Garden Lady on 2017-09-21T17:00:00
Great Jig Saw
Rating: 5
Needed a new jig saw to replace my 46 year old one. The blade holder holds the blade straight and true with no wobble or twisting. At last I can saw a straight plumb line. Very well balanced and easy to hold. It is now a pleasure to be able to saw with precision.
by CaptJerry on 2016-12-15T16:00:00
Great Jigsaw
Rating: 5
I have had an old "plastic" jig saw for over 35 years and hated to use it because it would skip all over the place and didn't cut well. We were visiting a friend recently and he showed me this saw and I was impressed so I bought one and it is great. The weight of the saw is more substantial than my old saw and it cuts like a dream. The blades are easy to change and the dust blower works great. True, it would be nice to have a light to make cutting easier, but I can live without the light because the saw does everything else I need it to do with minimal effort.
by Brewer75 on 2018-01-28T16:00:00
Rugged and Powerful Saw
Rating: 4
Without using this jigsaw extensively yet, I can attest to the power, speed control and overall solid feel to this tool. I would give it five stars but were it not for the overall heavy weight, lack of guide or laser and edge/circle cutter accessory.
I can live without a laser guide, but it would be a nice addition. Holding and starting the heavy saw is somewhat awkward but I am getting used to it. As far as the circle cutter, I am unimpressed with the cheap construction and inaccuracy, yet I will make use of it as a more reliable edge guide.
Overall, this is a saw to grow with and build on. Getting over 30 years from a cheaper less powerful competitor, I feel I made it to the 'Big Leagues' and will be able to achieve many years of reliable performance.
by TomO on 2016-12-30T16:00:00
