Reciprocating Saw: Not just for demolition ‣ MyFixitUpLife

We revved up 5 cordless reciprocating saws and found something for everyone—from power performers to stripped-down versions for beginners.

In the grip of a strong-handed professional, a reciprocating saw is mainly associated with one thing: demolition. But in the hands of a strong-minded pro, one who knows that old houses are most effectively worked on by picking them apart, not bashing them to pieces, a recip saw can be a surgical instrument. Used to cut nails between studs, remove rotted window frames, or plunge into that unfortunate 1980s countertop in your 1880s farmhouse, they can help reveal the treasure buried beneath.

Click here to read more by Mark in Old House Journal.

Reciprocating saw not just for Demolition

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Mark

A licensed contractor, tool expert, wood and outdoor enthusiast, and elite Spartan Race competitor, he writes about home improvement and tools for national magazines and websites, and teaches hands-on clinics for other remodeling professionals. Check out his book, The Carpenter's Notebook.

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