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Product Description -- Bosch invented the jig saw, and, with its top-handle models, it's getting close to perfecting it. The 1587AVSK has a nicely shaped handle, tapered where other saws are not, and a nice rubber grip that lets users (of all hand sizes) steer the tool firmly in hand. (Some toolmakers ignore ergonomics, but not Bosch--and we appreciate it.) The safety mechanism works well with the trigger, and the cut is super smooth. We like the variable-speed dial, the light weight, and the foot plate's plastic cover, which ensures that surfaces won't get scratched as they can by saws with metal plates. The blade-change system--if a little tricky at first--works great. No question about it, this jig saw keeps up Bosch's reputation as one of the prime movers in the power tool industry.
From the Manufacturer -- Bosch has beaten down the price of its standard 1587 jig saw and included a case. The saw's high-efficiency motor provides more power for the most-demanding cut while the dust blower clears the cut line, shutting off for metal cutting. Features include linear counterbalance, an adjustable footplate that tilts left and right up to 45 degrees, a base that retracts for flush cutting, and a top handle that gives extra control under heavy load. This kit includes three assorted blades, plastic case, an anti-splintering device, a hex key, and a carrying case.
Features
. Powerful 5 amp motor, 500 to 3,100 strokes per minute
. Tool-free blade change system for fast and easy blade changes
. Exclusive multidirectional blade clamp mechanism for superior blade hold
. Low-vibration design ensures extremely smooth operation
. 4-stage orbital action adjusts blade motion to match work piece and cutting task
. Low-position roller guide ensures blade stability and precise cutting
. 3-position dust blower
. Adjustable die-cast aluminum footplate
. Variable-speed control dial sets maximum speed and trigger-controls operating speed
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Specifications
. Rating: 120 volts AC
. Amps: 5 amps
. No-load strokes per minute: 500 to 3,100 spm
. Stroke length: 1 inch
. Length: 10-5/8 inches
. Weight: 5.5 lbs.
. Cutting capacity, aluminum: 3/4 inch
. Cutting capacity, mild steel: 3/8 inch
. Cutting capacity, plastics: 1-1/4 inches
. Cutting capacity, stainless steel: 1/8 inch
. Cutting capacity, wood: 3-3/8 inches
Includes
. 3 assorted blades
. Footplate adjustment hex key
. Anti-splintering insert
. Steel footplate insert kit
. No-mar plastic footplate insert kit
. Carrying case
THE BEST. PERIOD -- Just how good is this machine? So good that when Dewalt created their new top-of-the-line jig saw they copied the Bosch nut for nut, bolt for bolt.
Bosch invented the jig saw so they have some experience at getting it right. But the main thing to consider is what is important when buying one.
The Bosch 1587 has several features that make it the top dog.
First, it has heft. This heavy, well-balanced tool rides smoothly on surfaces and combined with an efficient counter-balance mechanism provides smooth cuts and a minimum of vibration. The top handle design further adds to the feeling of lightness and ease of operation despite the tools weight and power.
Secondly, it has different blade stroke patterns in orbital and in-line configurations and a chip blower that can be turned off and on. This, combined with variable speeds, provide for a saw that will take on any challenge.
Another feature that will spoil you in a hurry is the tool-less blade change. There is nothing more frustrating than trying hold a blade and fidling with a screwdriver! With the Bosch, just stick the blade in, turn the top cap three times untill it clicks and you're done. Hint: I leave the cap in the unscrewed position after use. That way when I'm ready to use it again it's near-instantaneous to get going.
This is a professional tool. It's the one I use in my finish carpentry business and it's the one my constituants use in their work. To spend more on a jig saw would be a waste of money. To spend less would be a larger one.
Great jigsaw but documentation should be better -- I graduated from the Sears Craftsman "aren't all jigsaws the same?" mindset when I was blown away by this great saw. I found myself with limited access to tools and needed to build; this saw handled every task beautifully. Thick, thin, rip, crosscut, bevel--smooth, powerful, and accurate. The tool-less blade change is a real luxury.
As a first time user I encountered a few bumps in the road: First, the instructions say to turn the blade change handle counterclockwise 3 turns and insert/twist the blade. Much frustration and repetition and still no luck (is it me or is it the saw? The blade won't budge!). Finally I just kept turning the handle counterclockwise and with 6 turns there was enough laxity in the shank to turn the blade and center it on the guides. Whew. I was off to the races! But it takes me 5 or 6 turns every time (definitely NOT 3). Second, the saw came with a nice assortment of blades (including the Progressors) but they looked nothing like the Sears blades I have used for 20 years. No big deal for the pros among you, but why are the teeth angled up instead of down I wondered? And what is the best use for all these different kinds of blades? No clues in the owner's manual, so I went to the "home center" closest by and looked over the selection of Bosch blades and read all the packages. I can't say I picked up much knowledge as the fronts and backs of given packages were inconsistent in their descriptions, and the descriptions were inconsistently worded between blade types. Hey Bosch, lots of room for improvement here! All the blades that looked like woodcutting blades made great, smooth cuts, so maybe it doesn't matter that much. I uased them on walnut, cherry, and fir. Third, the 90 degree detent has a fair bit of play and takes some tinkering to get the base truly square. Once I got it squared up and tightened down there was no drift despite hours of use--unlike my two Craftsman jigsaws that liked to drift and flex, requiring frequent readjustment and gnashing of teeth (my teeth, that is).
Bottom line for you Sears diehards (excuse the pun): get a real jigsaw a start having fun. If you look around, most HD stores are still stocked from the Christmas special bundle deal: the 1587 plus a free variable speed Bosch 5" orbital sander (which works wonderfully, by the way).
I'll be buying more Bosch.
Great Tool!! -- I own a small home improvement/remodeling company, I use this tool frequently and really like it. It has plenty of power, cuts fast and accurate and is one of my favorite tools. the fit/ finish is excellent and the blade change is super easy once you know how (it takes less than 10 seconds) I highly recommend it.
Fantastic all around saw -- The Bosch 1587AVS was one of the first Bosch power tools I bought and absolutely love it. I spent many months researching which to buy and in the end, the Bosch was tops. With the dial-in variable speed selection, 5 amps, and tool-less blade change, the competition was limited to one or two. The DeW... tried to mimic the Bosch tool-less blade change, but many of the reviews I read detailed how users were in the middle of a cut and the blade would just suddenly fall out. I don't know about you, but that doesn't sound like something I'd want happen. The Milw... was also a contender, but at the time didn't have a tool-less blade change.
I bought the 1587AVSP which is the tool, case, and a pack of blades. Some of the blades were the Progressor blades and at first I didn't see what the big deal was, but then I used them to cut wood and metal. The wood blade cut so fast I had to check if I had the saw set for orbital cutting, but I didn't. It also left a super smooth finish to the cut which circumvented the need for sanding. The next task required me to cut through a couple of steel pipes. An ordinary HCS blade barely lasted one pipe and took about a minute and a half to complete, but then I switched to the Progressor blade and it chewed through the pipe in thirty seconds or less and I'm still using the bit today. I've even read of people cutting through rebar with a Progressor blade which I would have initially considered too much for the tool, but it can do it without blinking. It was because of these tasks that I've decided to stick with the Progressor blades for both wood and metal.
As for the tool itself, the first thing that caught my attention was how smooth it operated. The counter balance does a fantastic job of countering the vibration from the motor. The variable speed switch also does a great job of starting out nice and easy and building up to full speed. This is especially important when cutting plastics since too high an rpm will melt the plastic which not only effects the cutting piece, but also binds melted plastic to the tool.
I've only had one occasion to use the orbital action which was when I had to cut through a wet 2x4 along the grain. This was not easy and initially took some time (I wasn't using a Progressor blade), but once in orbital action, it was as if the tool was being pulled by the blade. This is a great feature to have and when combined with a 5 amp motor, there's little left in the area of power that's really needed.
So, out of a maximum of five stars, I give the 1587AVS a perfect 5 star rating. It's smooth, powerful, and just fits right in your hand. I take every opportunity possible to break it out and find it to be the most versitale saw in my arsenal. I highly recommend it.