The Best Handheld Jigsaws for Cutting a Variety of Materials

As its name suggests, a jigsaw is a power tool that can cut complicated and irregular shapes—like the pieces of a jigsaw puzzle. A kind of reciprocating saw, it uses a blade that is quite narrow and refined, making it perfect for cutting jobs that require not only power but also finesse. Most jigsaws can cut through everyday materials like wood, plastics, and light metals. Different saws have different speed and orbital capabilities (orbital settings introduce an elliptical motion to the b