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03-28-2009, 11:35 AM
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Bosch Jigsaw?
I am looking at get a Bosch Model 1590EVSK for cabientmaking and trim carpenry I am wondering is it a good model!
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03-28-2009, 12:03 PM
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It is a great jigsaw. Very smooth.
I would stack mine up there with my neighbors' Festool.
The only problem is that it's not compatible with the Collins Coping Foot. However, I like the 1582 or 84 dedicated to that.
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03-28-2009, 12:12 PM
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Bosch is awesome. I just picked up the 1591(barrel grip) and that jigsaw is outstanding. It has superb blade control, lots of power and is built like a tank. Definetly top qaulity in every respect.
I would not hesitate to purchase one asap. I use my for all trim work, cabinets and the like..
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03-28-2009, 12:18 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by CJ21
I am looking at get a Bosch Model 1590EVSK for cabientmaking and trim carpenry I am wondering is it a good model!
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Same saw, only built
the right way. 
Barrel Grip Jig Saw Kit
Model 1591EVSK
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03-28-2009, 01:45 PM
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if i were in the market id buy the newer version. but i,ll tell you the older version is built to last, i use it all the time and for everything, great saw. 
chk ebay they are probably half price there
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03-28-2009, 03:00 PM
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Buy it!!! It's a dream to cut with.
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03-28-2009, 03:36 PM
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Bosch makes a great jig saw. Been using them for 2 decades. Wouldn't use anything else.
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03-28-2009, 04:04 PM
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Bosch 1590
It's the best. Repair parts are cheap too, if you break the base plate.
(Don't ask me how I know this.  )
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03-28-2009, 06:50 PM
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It's the best out there IMO. Very smooth and the guides keep the blade action very tight. The fine woodcutting blades can cut the eyelashes off of a mosquito in the wee hours of the morning.
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03-29-2009, 06:24 PM
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Isnt it understood as universally being the best one out there?
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03-29-2009, 07:30 PM
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03-29-2009, 07:35 PM
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The best, had my 2 for over 15 years.
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04-01-2009, 12:02 AM
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When I was shopping for a jigsaw several years ago, the Bosch was the best in every tool review I read. I couldn't afford it, so I bought the D-handle Makita (the higher grade one), since it came in second. Apparently the Bosch is very good. I like mine, but it was a screaming deal ($190, reg. price was over $250).  That was a sweet birthday present from my lovely wife.
Graham
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04-02-2009, 10:19 AM
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Absolutely the best jig saws, used my 1590 EVSK on kitchen cabinet install yesterday. Smooth... one tool I look forward to using. Bosch blades are great too, especially their progressive versions!
If I had to do it over, I'd go with the barrel grip, 1591, or the older 1984 model. I prefer that lower 'center of gravity' feel.
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04-02-2009, 07:29 PM
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Ive got one of the ones you described
Best model on the market as far as Im concerned
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04-02-2009, 08:20 PM
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Best jig saw I have used, It blows the dust away from the blade as you cut and make's it a breeze to follow your line. Easy blade change also. Well bulit.
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04-10-2009, 01:43 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by cj21
i am looking at get a bosch model 1590evsk for cabientmaking and trim carpenry i am wondering is it a good model!
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great saw,but i hear festool is a little smoother.
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04-11-2009, 03:36 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by cab-guy89
great saw,but i hear festool is a little smoother.
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and 3 times the price... 
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04-11-2009, 09:16 PM
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Well guys I bought a Freud FJ85 Jig Saw Its made in Spain and is 6 amp.
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11-11-2009, 09:39 PM
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I bought one this weeks thanks to the incite of you folks. The thing is sweet, I particularly like the little dust blower...thanks
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