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JIGSAW VS. CIRCULAR SAW...Which One Should You Own?! (FULL COMPARISON---New DIYers Should Watch!!)

New DIYers always want to know which saw they should own...CIRCULAR SAW or JIGSAW? This a surprisingly complex question. This video from The Honest Carpenter will explain the pertinent details for newcomers!

CIRCULAR SAWS utilize a backward spinning circular blade to make linear cuts.

JIGSAWS use a plunging skinny blade to make cuts in more freeform patterns.

Circular saws are a really indispensable tool for carpenters and those cutting wood in the construction industry because it cuts thick lumber much faster and is better at holding a straight line while doing so.

Jigsaws are more helpful to woodworkers and people making craft-type projects because they can cut curves and irregular profiles in a variety of materials.

Both circular saws and jigsaws can cut through metal, plastic, wood, composites and cement-fiber materials, so long as they're using the right blade.

Jigsaws actually have more cut depth, because they can utilize blades over 4" long. Whereas circular saws tend to have a max cut depth of 2-1/2".

Both tools are pretty comparably priced, even though there are more jigsaws below $90 overall.

While circular saws are stronger and sometimes more intimidating for newcomers to operate--jigsaws are surprisingly dangerous as well because they don't have blade guards!

If you're using saws infrequently, or making curved profile cuts a lot, then a jigsaw is your best bet.

However, if you're doing a lot straight-line cutting through thicker materials on construction-type projects, then a circular saw is the saw you need. But always be careful and practice all safety precautions!!

Thanks for watching!
The Honest Carpenter