Amazon is out of most B&D jigsaw blades. What other blades can the JS660 take? Bosch? What do you use? I need it for precise wood cutting.
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Well, I am *hoping* these will work with the JS660, which is what I have. It requires T-shank blades, which the JS660 apparently requires. I mistakenly ordered the set of 75-626 blades that Amazon recommended, which are U-shank blades, and they do *not* work in this saw; they simply pop out once I try cutting something!!
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Sorry I can't be of much help as I do not have a JS660. I have been using Bosch blades and find them to be of good quality but don't know if they will work with the JS660.
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I just did a couple of googles, and can't find blades for either this or the Blackwing. Fortunately, the blades last forever and two come with the sharpener. Will continue to search, and post if I find any! Good question! EDIT: Amazon has them (of course!) search replacement blades KUM. There are several pack sizes and several proices.
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I use Olson blades. Of course there several varieties with different Tpi (teeth per inch) depending on the material and speed / precision you will be cutting. Also there are some spiral blades that I have heard work well, but I haven't tried them yet. I would start out with a variety pack from Olson. Then you can see what you like best from there.
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.My saw had no no play in the blade from Makita. How does it cut? Mine cuts 3/4 red oak smooth with little or no chipping. The original blade is great! My previous yellow saw had wobble in hardwood. OK for framing with SPF, but not for working with hardwood. I was told this model had bearing issues.Reading reviews on Amazon led me to buying the Makita. I have tried no other blade.
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The proper blade for this is a T-shank blade. I have not tried a straight shank that requires a keeper to slip in the little hole on the jigsaw at the top of the blade. This calls for a T-shank and that's all I've ever used. If you're pricing blades, the DeWalt may be a little pricey so I have stuck with Bosch, they're an excellent blade and work fine. I bought this saw as a bare tool and the nice to have flush cut blade did come with it as well.
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I got the Wahl 41854-7526 Professional Diamond 5 in 1 Blade. Shop around... you may be able to find a better price elsewhere.
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Depends on what you are cutting. Any standard reciprocating saw blades will work in this Bosch unit, you don't have to spend a ton of money. Again, it really depends on what your are cutting and the type of cut desired. Good luck.
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Makita is super precision and cuts perfect. It has precision and toughness mixed. Already has paid for itself. I would buy this over the Bosch any day. The Bosch looks tough, but does not say. "Made in the USA" on it.
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Ditto on the Ridgid miter saw cart. I've had my Bosch 12" Dual Bevel Slider mounted to a Ridgid cart for the last 8 years. And my cart is one of the older style ones. The newer ones are even better.If I had the money and the need at this very moment, I'd buy another Bosch saw (the glider, of course) and the newer style Ridgid cart. I wouldn't even consider anything else...
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The blades are designed to cut wood and nails. I would not use them to cut anything else. A jigsaw is perfect to do your job.
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I found that the cost of replacement blades (with shipping costs) was nearly the cost of a new saw on Amazon (where shipping was free). So I just bought a new saw on amazon when I accidentally damaged my blade. So mow I have a good blade and two good handles.But if your determined to buy a new blade (and not a whole new saw) then you might want to check this out: http://www.toolsfromjapan.com/store/index.php?main_page=index&cPath;=316_421_423
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Well without running to my toolbox to actually check on it, I think it is used shank. But I think that is irrelevant, if you need a new jigsaw, you need a new jigsaw. Buying new blades and be done with it. If you want to know that this is a good jigsaw I say it is. In my past 54 years I say this is the best. It is a very good jigsaw, with lots of power, with easy to load blades, reinforced guide for the blades and a powerful motor for cutting. Once you pull the trigger on this thing be prepared to hang on. I have cut would and metal with this saw and it works beautifully. It cuts through anything like butter, the 5.5 amp motor has so much power it can get away from you. But the variable speed trigger can control that. I say this is the best jigsaw on the market today, and I looked at many of them before I bought this one. The price I found on Amazon was very good. The best part I like about this saw is that you need no tools to load the blades, you just lift up the mechanism slide the blade in release and then start cutting, it is just as simple as that. I hope this helps you out in the search for a good jigsaw.
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I've tried all the readily available brands of blades and see no noticeable difference in their life. Avoiding forcing the blade with too much pressure helps avoid overheating the blades and of course, avoiding nails with wood cutting blades also helps. To get more speed, try a courser blade instead of excessive pressure and remember that this tool is intended to make cuts in places where access is an issue. Use it only where it's necessary and use a more conventional saw where you can. Finally, this Bosch tool is a higher end product that I've feel is worth the higher price for the additional durability and balance. Their may be better value vibratory saw out there, but the bargain priced power tools I've tried have turned out to be throw-aways after just a few jobs.
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Damn good question. I ordered blades recommended by Amazon when I bought the MasterMind and they didn't fit. Wrong shaft size. Still sit in the case to this day. Amazon is not quite with the program regardless of their opinion of themselves. I regret I don't know the answer to your question. I have used the toothed blades that came with the saw to great effect. I learned to love this saw. Great tool when you get the drift of it. Hey... If you find composite blades for the thing, let me know where you got them. I'll buy them too.
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The saw comes with one 40 tooth "combination" carbide blade, adequate for many tasks including cross cuts and ripping. It will not, however, produce a smooth cut like a high quality Forrest or Ridge Carbide blade will. The Bosch blade is a "starter kit". If you want a cut quality that will seem like it has been planed smooth, you will have to upgrade. I bought a 40 tooth Ridge Carbide blade with 1/8" kerf, and I get that smooth, planed look every time. By the way, I continue to love this saw and appreciate it more every time I use it.
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Glad to help. Amazon is a great source for bits; there are many configurations, the dovetail being the most common one to start out with. Straight bits are good for box joints, and other bits can be used for other, more decorative joints. Again, be sure to use a piloted (bearing) bit for every one. Also, the more power your router has, the smoother the cuts will be and therefore, the more satisfactory your end results will be. I highly recommend doing some google searches for online info on how to use routers, guides, and jigs. There are plenty of online communities for woodworkers, too. Best of luck! Glad to help. Amazon is a great source for bits; there are many configurations, the dovetail being the most common one to start out with. Straight bits are good for box joints, and other bits can be used for other, more decorative joints. Again, be sure to use a piloted (bearing) bit for every one. Also, the more power your router has, the smoother the cuts will be and therefore, the more satisfactory your end results will be. I highly recommend doing some google searches for online info on how to use routers, guides, and jigs. There are plenty of online communities for woodworkers, too.... » Read More Glad to help. Amazon is a great source for bits; there are many configurations, the dovetail being the most common one to start out with. Straight bits are good for box joints, and other bits can be used for other, more decorative joints. Again, be sure to use a piloted (bearing) bit for every one. Also, the more power your router has, the smoother the cuts will be and therefore, the more satisfactory your end results will be. I highly recommend doing some google searches for online info on how to use routers, guides, and jigs. There are plenty of online communities for woodworkers, too. Best of luck! « Show Less
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The jigsaw is better for rougher cuts on semi thick wood. If you are doing something intricate on thinner wood like balsa, you would want the scroll saw.