Black & Decker JS305B Orbital Action Variable Speed Jig Saw Kit

List Price: $51.43

Features:

• 3-position orbital action for added control and versatility
• Exclusive Quick Clamp blade change
• Electronic variable speed provides versatility in all applications
• Roller support guide improves accuracy and extends blade life
• Includes 5 blades, edge guide, and soft bag for extra storage

Accessories:
DEWALT DW6601-1/8-Inch General Purpose Bit (5 pack)	DEWALT DW6611-1/8-Inch Carbide Burr Bit	DEWALT DW6605 1/8-Inch Drywall Bit (10 pack)

Customer Reviews:

Works great as long as the blade stays in! [Posted on 2003-11-15]
This jigsaw works fine, except for on very important glitch. When using the wood blade included in the package, the blade constantly pops out, no matter how thick,or thin the material you are cutting.

I made a mistake and did not use this saw until well after the time allowed for returns. If not I would have returned it immediatley. My recommendation is to not buy a jigsaw with this "quick clamp" option. Get one that requires you to screw the blade tight.

My attempts to contact Black and Decker about this problem met with less than spectacular results. This purchase was a waste of money.

Black & Decker tool user [Posted on 2004-07-19]
I have used Black & Decker Power tools all my life. So when I purchased this jig-saw, I was surprised by the poor quality of parts used. For example there was a platic clamp used to hold the blade. It worked for a couple of days then it started releasing the blade. I will not purchase any more tools with B&D name on them.

doesn't hold the blade [Posted on 2006-07-26]
I had the same experience as the other reviewers. The clamp can't hold a blade in. It has gotten worse over time, and now it's at the point where the instant the blade touches the wood, it falls out. The saw is completely unusable.

unoperable blade won't stay in [Posted on 2007-10-02]
Black and Decker should recall this saw. When trying to saw any wood any thickness the blade just flys out when you touch the blade to the wood. The little quick clamp does not work, everyone is having the same problem.
If no action is taken you will lose lots of old customers, this is a real shame. Please help.

Black & Decker Jig Saw JS305 Series Safety Issue [Posted on 2008-06-06]
I have owned this saw for over a year and have not had any problems at all with the blades coming loose. The problem I have is there is no safety lock on the switch. The trigger is located on the handle so when you pick it up, the saw immediately starts running. Most tools require you to press a button or something before the switch can activate. I would not recommend this tool to anyone for this reason alone.

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