DEWALT 20V MAX Jig Saw, Cordless, Barrel Grip, 3,200 Blade Speed, Bare Tool Only (DCS335B)

This is the first barrel grip jig saw that I have owned. I did a lot of research and found that this jig saw had everything I was looking for. I am very pleased with its performance and features. It fits nicely in my hand and is ergonomic, which makes cutting off shapes easy. The power and battery life are both excellent.

If you are reading it this, you are probably teetering on the edge of buying it. Two words, DO IT! I work as a handyman. I do everything from plumbing to framing to electrical and I find myself on occasion needing a jigsaw.I found myself just like you going from comment to comment to comment trying to decide whether or not I should get this jigsaw. I finally pulled the trigger it arrived. Today I took it out on a job where I needed it. I promise you, if you are using a Black and Decker, the first time you use this saw, you won't be able to help the smile growing across your face.If you compare this up against all the big names that are currently selling jigsaws, you will just be splitting hairs. They all cut very well. I am a DeWalt guy and all my tools are 20 volt Max DeWalt and it wouldn't make sense for me to get anything else. If you are a DeWalt guy, get this jigsaw. You will not be disappointed it is a beast, it is accurate, and it is a pleasure to use.

I’ve only had it for two days and used it twice on a job (outside of several test cuts) but all I can say is this thing is NICE! Well built, solid, heavy and accurate. Great power and maneuverability. I got the 14 blade assortment with the Dewalt box and it’s a good selection. It’s a beast but controllable and comfortable. Love the blade changes, light, dust blower and overall performance. Time will tell but so far the best Jig Saw I’ve used since my corded Bosch precision Jig Saw went missing at a job site. This thing cuts very straight, no wandering or tilting of the cut. I would highly recommend.

At times I have almost given up on finding a cordless jigsaw that could compete with my 10 yr old Bosch 1590. While DeWalt’s first crack at a 20v jigsaw was okay if you were cutting lattice or finishing the cuts on a rafter or stair stringer, when it came to coping crown, anything that wasn’t straight, and everything thing in my wood shop here came the Bosch and extension chord. I even went so far as picking up the DeWalt power station (DCB1800) so I could have a quasi cordless experience.I had heard good things about this barrel jigsaw and figured it couldn’t hurt. Well, for the first time in years the Bosch case has dust on only one side where it has been sitting with my other tools that have been relegated to purgatory after replacements have been found.This saw has amazing power, yet always remains well under your control. On hard woods, the cut is clean and while some relief cuts may be required for tight turns it feels like my chorded Bosch.Put a Collins coping jig on it and u can make beautiful i/s corners on your molding. I don’t know why I have stated away from barrel type jig saws. This saw really feels like an extension of your arm whether you are pulling the saw towards you inverted or using more traditionally right side up and being guided away from you.I have noticed I like using this saw more when it has a larger 5 ah or 6 ah battery because while it is heavier the tool is more balanced. Despite the power of this tool, it doesn’t kill the batteries - in fact I typically cannot remember how long it has been since I switched batteries.

This jigsaw is actually more maneuverable and easier on the effort than a standard format. But it does take a little getting used to. But I am happy with the purchase. I used it to install a LVP floor in my home. Things seem to go faster with cordless tools. I do have a corded jigsaw, but found that I use the cordless one all the time now.

So far so good, very well made saw. Best for those with very large hands, the start button is poorly located. Unlike a conventional jig saw, the saw is actuated by a button requiring a thumb press. Definitely not advisable for left handed people. Poorly packaged from the factory, looks like a return, my impression is there are some very lackadaisical workers at the factory packing these things. Very disappointed they didn't include a proper, fitted plastic case, like just about every other power tool made in the last 50 years.

I've always been a fan of, and owned, barrel grip jigsaws. My old one needed replacing, so having already bought several DeWalt tools, I stayed in that battery lane, and bought this jigsaw. So far, so good! The power, variable speed, ease of tool changes...all good! I look forward to years of good service from this tool.