LENOX Tools Jab Saw, Folding (20997TFHS618636)

Okay... First off, I’m the old school wood handle jab saw guy, that been using for years & “just works”. No issues.Than, I found this gem. The jab saw blade...OMG, best ever used, will admit; & that there is one issue I have with this saw(more on that later). Easy of changing blades....simple, once you “get it” after fumble first time, but the instructions I had was the issue I believe. See, didn’t get any instructions on this product. Once I fumbled through blade change & “angle” change....SIMPLE! If don’t have instructions, save a few minutes & find on the web, you’ll be happy later. The second blade you get, metal blade...again, great blade & love it. Not only does cut toilet closet bolts like knife they butter, it’s great on PVC. The overmold doesn’t feel cheap, & fits great in the hand. Wight itself feels like a saw that won’t break in first hit into drywall (like do w/ the wood handle ones.....right, lol). Other great thing, as the blades fold into handle (only one at, so ya know...not both at once), be mindful longer blades, WILL NOT. Longer blades... This jabsaw tool will accept any Reciprocating/sawzall blade made, which is awesome. Makes it great when can use any recip blade in this handtool if don’t need a power tool. It’s great. Now, the negative, & it’s only one for me, imo. The drywall jab saw blade that comes w/ this saw is BEST USED, & like said.....that’s the issue. Here’s why. Sometimes, can’t find the “EXACT REPLACEMENT BLADE” that comes w/ this....even if the package says Lenox drywall recip/jabsaw blade.....isn’t the same. YOU NEED to write down “model number” of t(e blade you GET! & find that blade for the replacement. Now, if you don’t mind what drywall jabs as blade you are using in this multi tool, GRRAT; no issues than for you & will be really happy with a great saw. The angle adjustment is awesome when can use the blade straight....maybe obstacles, or want “more leverage” for a quicker cut. This has it, & the handles butt (the end of handle), works great for whacking into walls no problem, compared to some other folding jabsaws out there in the market. Hope helps & have fun out there....but be safe too.

I’ll be honest, I had no idea these existed until I was working with a plumber a few months ago. Their ability to use sawz-all blades really sets this tool apart. You can carry one saw with a great deal of flexibility. I always carry sawz all blades, but most jab saws have a fixed blade. If it gets damaged - you are out of luck, but no jab saw is made to cut EMT or PVC and the. Go back to drywall. I have even used this saw with some of the Bosch blades for trimming trees and bushes when they are in the way. This little saw does a lot, and the price is pennies compared to carrying four or five saws with sharp blades. The folding feature is a nice touch as well so you don’t nick your knuckles digging through the tool bag. It also well lock I to place at odd angles so that you can trim in very tight or awkward spaces.Whether you are in the trades or working at home, I do not see how you could regret buying this saw.

The pivot on the saw is tightened by the same removable knob used to secure the blade. This makes changing the blade easy, since there aren't any extra pins or screws to remove, but creates the problem that the blade is either difficult to open and close (knob fully tightened) or the blade wobbles slightly (knob backed off a quarter to half turn). I'm adding a thin nylon washer and some grease to the assembly to try and compensate but a slightly more complex blade lock might be a better overall design. It could also use a deeper indentation at the base of the handle to make nudging out the blade easier -- many other folding jab or utility saws have this design, and this one already incorporates a locking mechanism to secure the blade.A small magnet helps to secure blades during changing which I appreciate. I haven't used the fixed position attachment point yet -- I'm not sure which replaceable blade style it's designed for, but it won't lock in a reciprocating blade. That side is secured with a conventional screw with a wire grip to allow it to be changed toollessly (but is far easier to change with a screwdriver).Overall the versatility makes this tool a keep for now but one I'll likely replace when I find a similarly flexible and sturdy but more ergonomic alternative.

Awesome that this handle accepts various commonly available reciprocating saw blades.

It's a folding jab saw. There are lennox, milwaukee, klein, greenlee, etc.This one works fine for what I need it to do. Personally I just chose it because it is unpopular and stands out on the job site so it wont "accidentally" get thrown in someone else's toolbox.I still engraved my initials on it though. 😉

The best part of this saw is that it uses standard reciprocating saw blades instead of proprietary blades like many keyhole saws. It's lightweight, sturdy, and gets the job done!Edit: The saw is still holding up great, used mainly for roughing out openings in drywall and plaster, and pruning as well. The folding feature takes up very little space in the toolbox (plus prevents accidental stabs when rummaging through the toolbox) and the multi-position handle makes it comfortable for tougher jobs.As a bonus (I didn't realize this when I purchased it, because it wasn't WHY I purchased it), it can also hold standard hacksaw blades, eliminating yet another tool from the toolbox.Swap out the hacksaw blade for a bread slicer blade, and it becomes a handy bread knife for making sandwiches while on the job! Truly a multi function tool!

It broke after 6 months. Not much else to choose from for contractor grade jab saw.