Looking for some recommendations on a jigsaw. I have to cut the shape of a back to wall toilet out of a shiny gloss white vanity unit, and I also have to trim down some kitchen kick boards that are made from plastic but have metal inside.

Now I am not looking to spend hundreds of pounds but I need something decent that will be upto the job, of cutting out an awkward shape with some accuracy.

Any recommendations?

Mr L

Bosch GST 135 BCE has additional clamps near the work to guide the blade more accurately
http://www.tool*stop.co.uk/bosch-gst135 ... 110v-p2680
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have seen it nearer £100[125 ish] but not recently

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Can't go wrong with a good quality Bosche jigsaw, or makita for that matter.

They are the only two makes I have ever liked for my jigsaws, apart from Parker but thats a different type.

I've got a bosch blue not a clue what model though

Even the apprentice can cut a straightish line with it

Well recommended

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Thanks floor the help guys, I am fairly resistant to spending over £100 as it won't get very much use (hopefully) :) I will have a look at the bosch ones, maybe able to get GST135 second hand if i'm lucky.

Mr L

Good rule of thumb with power tools is that if they are available in 110Volt OR 240Volt then they are ok. Just available in 240V is aimed at DIY market, so normally not as good. Not in every case but a lot of them.

I've had this for years its worth that little bit extra mate just to get quality that will last! Bosch GST 2000 Jigsaw 110v or 240v

I have that jigsaw as well, it's a good piece of kit

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Avoid Hitachi!!!! I can't wait for mine to go wrong, so that I can buy a Bosch.

Now I'd go Hitachi, I know where you can get a very good secondhand one for £100 exactly

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personally iv had all makes over the years from power devil to bosch and dewalt, its not about the brand its about learning the kinks that they all have, if you dont wana spend loads get one at about 600-700watts within your budget then buy the correct and decent blades for it, then have a little practice before tackling the jobs for real!

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i was going to buy the makita one (the one thats also available in black and white coz am a toon fan lol. but i did consider the bosch gst 2000 but realised it doesnt have a plastic cover plate (i kinda thought they were usefull when cutting kitchen worktops etc.)

does the gst 135 come with a plastic cover?

whats up with hitachi jigsaws? i have a hitachi circular and think its pretty good like (c7u2)