Buy Makita 4340FCT Top Handle Orbital Jig Saw with L.E.D. LightMakita 4340FCT Top Handle Orbital Jig Saw with L.E.D. Light Product Description:
- Built in LED Light illuminates the line of cut
- Dust blower feature for clean line of cut
- 4-position orbital cut setting for fast and efficient cutting
- Lightweight only 5.3 lbs for easy handling
- Strokes per minute 800-2,800 for quick cuts
Product Description
Includes Top Handle Jig Saw w/ Light - 4340FCT-R, (2) Jig Saw Blade Set #B-10 - 792529-7, (2) Jig Saw Blade Sets #B-22 - 792473-8, (2) Jig Saw Blade Sets #B-13 - 792729-9, Anti-Splintering Device - 192557-6, Cover Plate - 417852-6, Plastic Case - 182807-7, Operating Manual
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74 of 79 people found the following review helpful.
4340FCT vs. Bosch 1587AVSP
By A Customer
For years Bosch has been known to have the best jig saw for your money. But recently Makita came out with a new model for 2003 (4340FCT). Since I was in the market for a new jig saw I thought I would try them out head to head. I felt that since Makita's was a newer model that it would have some improvements over the Bosch.First let me start by saying I am not an professional woodworker, so in no way is this a scientific study. I just chose things to compare that were important to me. I am just a home enthusiast who likes to get very good tools the first time around, and don't mind paying the extra money for them. I have no bias towards Makita or Bosch. I own some of their other tools and am happy with all of them.
-Tool Weight: Each tool weighs about the same.-Weight Distribution: The Bosch was weighted more evenly, Makita weighted a little too much towards the front - Winner: Bosch.-Feel: The Bosch fit a little nicer into my grip, particularly the trigger - Winner: Bosch.
-Vibration: Both of these units had very little vibration, even at high speeds - Winner: None.-Sight Line: When using a jig saw, I like to view the blade while cutting since usually it is more detailed work I am doing. The Bosch has its blade set more forward, so it is easier to see from above. Where the Makita's is a little more set back - Winner: Bosch.-Blade System: The Makita has a new blade installation system that is very, very nice to use. However it is spring loaded so I am curious as to its long term durability. - Winner: Makita-Start Up: Both are variable speed saws. The Makita has a smooth start, where the Bosch has variable speed built into the trigger system. I like the Bosch better. You can slowly bring the tool up to the speed it is set at. The Makita is smooth, but it immediately kicks up to the set speed - Winner: Bosch.-Features: Bosch has a variable chip blower (Makita has chip blower too, just not variable). The Makita has a little light. I don't think the light is very effective, but I also didn't notice much difference in the chip blower settings on the Bosch. P>Conclusion: Makita's blade system was so nice it almost won out, but because of the variable start-up and sight line on the Bosch I ended up going with that.
37 of 38 people found the following review helpful.
Great jigsaw
By A Customer
Makita has hit a home run with this saw. I compared it with the Bosch 1587AVSP and both are fine jig saws. One test we tryed was putting both saws on a flat table at top speed and just let them vibrate. The Bosch wanted to tip slightly and vibrated more while the Makita almost stood still, now that was impressive. The Makita is also more compact making it easier to get into tight areas. The light also is a great feature and really brightens up the cutting surface in poor lighting conditions. It feels great in your hands and is just plain rock solid. The quick change system is easy and seems fool proof. The only flaw in the Makita is the blade sits a little further back than the Bosch making it somewhat harder to see your cutting line, but I have found that it is still is easy to use. Bosch is a great jig saw but I think Makita has real winner and you will not be disappointed. Buy it!!
9 of 11 people found the following review helpful.Makita 4340FCT
By Mr. T
Great saw. Feels great in your hand. Almost no vibration. Easy to use. The tooless blade changing system is awesome. Has great fit and finish, and feels like a quality tool. Built in England. Not the U.S. but better than China. As far as Amazon and shipping, it arrived on time and in fine shape. I am engineer that does woodworking on the side. Only aspect that I see that might be improved upon is having variable speed trigger in addition to the speed adjustment control. This is a minor point as it does have soft start control. Overall, very pleased with both the saw and Amazon.
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