Woodworker's Journal 2004-28-4, страница 55

Bosch's new jigsaw has been in development for several years, but the 1590EVSKis now on .he market. Three of t'.ie distinctive new features on this tool are: a one-touch blade changing system (first seen on Bosch's cordless jigsaws last year); a tool-less foot Devel system that lets you change [he angle ol the cut without a wrench or screwdriver; and the Precision Control Blade Guide System'. This system is basically

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Street price for the 1590EVSK — which comes with a carrying case, no-mar shoe, anti-splitter insert and three saw blades— is about $170. For more info, call 877-267-2499 or visit www.boschtools.com.

a blade guide that clamps together, very much like the guide blocks on a band saw, which helps control the saw blade much closer to the work surface. You can disengage it for coarse cutting, but it is recommended for abou. 90 percent o:' the work that a jigsaw is asked to do.

The 1590EVSK is currently available in a lop-handle model; a barrel handle version will follow later this year. The 1590EVSK also enters the market with the biggest motor (6.4 amps) available in handheld jigsaw. The motor features constant response circuitry, for added control and cutting accuracy.

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