MakitaDJV180Z 18 V Cordless Body Only Li-ion Jigsaw, SMALL

Iv just bought my 3rd one I started using these in 2015.This has heavy daily use and last me 2 1/2 yearsWorks well and as expected easy to use and durable hence Iv returned and bought moreThe downsides to the tool are that the screws that hold the baseplate together can work loose with vibration so need to keep tightening and sometimes loose them also the blade release catch can feel a bit flimsy but I haven’t broken one yet some times the screw works loose and needs tightening.My last saw broke at the base I noticed the base gradually bowed and finally snapped clean off over a period of time.Although the about may not inspire too much confidence in the tool, rest assured that it is a very good sturdy saw and is up to any job it has a good weight to it and stays accurate when cutting although if you try to cut something thick and hard say 6x2 through a not it can cause the blade to slide over the guide wheels thigh can Bend the cut slightly other than that but this would be expected from other branded saws too

Great quality as always from Makita. Cuts well, and very easy to use. Great value as the batteries can be shared between LXT tools so no need to go to the expense of buying batteries with every tool. Comfortable grip and doesn’t weigh too much. Cuts quickly and accurately

Perfect jig saw, good quality and build, accurate, and little light is helpful. Easy to use and change blades, robust to be used on site. Highly recommend

This product is an absolute delight. I looked at cheaper options, but I am so glad I opted for this.So far I have used it to cut hardboard to put over floorboards prior to carpeting and I can say it works fantasticly.Not wanting to replace all of the previous boards (just those which are cracked), I can say this is a capable tool- I was able to match the wandering lines of the neighbouring original boarding easily.A few features which you may want to know about:*Quick release blade with no tools required is great. Allows you to remove the blade every time you put the tool down to prevent damage.*Comes with a plastic protector for cutting softer materials without scratching.*Includes an anti splinter attachment and 4 x speed options.Highly recommend. Another win from Makita.

I like this jigsaw, I have been a Bosch jigsaw addict for some 30 years and they took a massive hammering, for 10 years being used nearly exclusively for cutting up metal acoustic panels. This Makita tool will have an easier life, being used almost solely for woodwork, The directional stability is is first class, and it will be interesting to see how use affects it, as the Bosch ones always needed regular guide and bearing changes to maintain accuracy. The quality of construction is well up to the usual Makita standard, ie first class. The work light is great.Whether you like speed controls on the trigger or with a preset as on most Bosch's is a matter of preference; If you do a lot of slow speed work, the preset is much superior as the speed is easier to control, I do find myself depressing the trigger and increasing the speed, when a slower speed would produce a better cut.My only real criticism is that the dust blower is not very effective. It's OK on thin material but when you get to say 22mm ply it really can't keep up with the dust produced. There is an extract tube to go with it but having a vacuum attached does nothing for its maneuverability at all. The base plate is very strong, much better than the sheet steel ones on the Bosch professional range. It is also well balanced, which was a pleasant surprise as I thought the battery weight would throw it off.I've not had much cause to use it continuously so I can't really comment on battery life, my guess would be that if you plan on using it a lot day in day out a corded version will be better, unless you have a lot of batteries! It does however save you lugging a 110V tranny around if you're on site.

I was building a pergola last year and a neighbour recommended I got a jigsaw for the job. I would however have been better with a circular saw. This is great for a number of tasks, but I find that when you need precision, the saw of this jigsaw can deviate in the wood and make getting a square cut very difficult.So depending on your needs this is a great tool. It's a sturdy piece of kit and works really well for most tasks.

Great little thing

I’ve owned several cheaper brands of jigsaw over the years and they have very quickly become worn and difficult to keep the base plate tightened and stable enough to produce an accurate cut. This unit feels very robust, produces accurate results, and is a welcome addition to my slowly increasing collection of Makita cordless tools. Makita brand may be more expensive, but it’s definitely a positive case of “you get what you pay for” when buying Makita.