6.4 amp top handle jigsaw; four-position stroke control
Variable speed trigger (500-2,800 strokes per minute); one-touch blade change
Durable hard plastic body; soft grip
Includes saw, 3 blades, anti-splitter insert, carrying case
Editorial Review:
Top Handle, 120V, Jigsaw, Improved Blade Change 1Handed Blade Insertion & Ejection, Precision Control, 50% Straighter Cuts Than 1587AVSP, Tool Less Bevel Adjust For Quick & Accurate Bevel Cuts, 6.4A.
It's a funny thing about jigsaws; most of us tend to reach for another tool in its stead, having had less-than-great experiences with the little beasts.
But here comes Bosch's 1590, and it elevates the outcast jigsaw to the most-wanted list.
The first thing we liked about this saw is its heft; it's beefy, solid and made with that famous Swiss quality. You wrap your hand around the soft, substantial grip, squeeze the ample trigger and the soft-start whirs gently; with hardly any effort from you, the blade slices through whatever's ahead of it. Perhaps because it's heavier than most jigsaws, there's practically zero vibration, giving you a delightfully smooth, no-buzz experience, something pretty much unheard of in your average jigsaw.
Another nice feature is the speed mechanism: Set your maximum speed on the trigger dial, then control your speed up to that max by squeezing the trigger. On long cuts, you can lock the trigger on, too, and the blower actually does keep your cutline clear.
If that's all this saw had going for it, that would be enough for us. But coolest of all is the blade-change system that literally ejects the blade in a split second, takes the new one and gets you right back to your cutting - all tool-free. Amazing.
If you've relegated the jigsaw to the bottom of your toolbox, you owe it to yourself to give this one a chance. We think it's fantastic. --Kris Jensen-Van Heste
What's in the Box Precision wood blade, progressor wood blade, tight kerf blade, zero-clearance insert, non-marring footplate, carrying case
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 5.0 / 5.0
Fun to use jigsaw Been wanting one of these for several years. Finally broke down and bought one. Wish I would have done this when I first thought about it. Could have been enjoying it for years!
Super saw I had a 30-year old Craftsman jigsaw that didn't have orbital action, and I hardly used it because I had to push hard on it all the way through a cut, ruining many blades in the process. My first project with the Bosch was some leaf cutouts in 2-inch treated lumber for deck railing decoration. I was AMAZED from the moment I made the first cut with the Bosch! It went through that lumber like a hot knife through butter, and the sides of the cuts in the thick lumber were perfectly perpendicular to the... more info
Orbital motion question I bought this saw because of all the great reviews. I have to say, I love this saw! The only thing is, the orbital motion doesn't seem to work, whatsoever. I returned the saw and bought a new one, and it is the same story. Has anyone else had a problem with the orbital motion on this saw?
Best jigsaw out there Bosch put a lot of thought into refining an already excellent jigsaw. The greatest innovation was quick change blade system and the quick change angle setter is a nice feature, too, although I hope it holds up. With Bosch, always look at the point of manufacture as I purchased three of their router plunge kits (made in Asia), and ALL of them have had to have their switches replaced. Look for Bosch products made in Germany and you should be fine. As with this jigsaw, unless you are ready to fork out $440 for... more info
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