Why are Cordless Jig Saws so expensive compared to other Cordless tools? I was hoping to add some tools to my 18v Cordless Makita set and it seems like the Jigsaw might be one of the more expensive Makita bare tools in the line-up. Why is this? Why are Cordless Jig Saws so expensive compared to other Cordless tools? I was hoping to add some tools to my 18v Cordless Makita set and it seems like the Jigsaw might be one of the more expensive... » Read More Why are Cordless Jig Saws so expensive compared to other Cordless tools? I was hoping to add some tools to my 18v Cordless Makita set and it seems like the Jigsaw might be one of the more expensive Makita bare tools in the line-up. Why is this? « Show Less
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Actually Makita already makes many of its tools in China, so it's too late...
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I too have been waiting for makita to reduce the price of the cordless jig saw, you think that they would make more money by selling more tools even though the price would be less. But we should be thankful that makita hasn't outsourced the manufacturing of thier tools to CHINA. If they do that they will lose a customer in me. and most likely thousands more around the world. Say NO to Chinese made tools.
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So then, this tool is just overpriced compared to the competition, plain and simple. This seems to be trend with these LXT 18v units.
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I don't know, I've been waiting for the price to come down myself. Maybe it's just supply and demand?
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Very good Makita!,,but DOES NOT come with the "big" 18V. it needs...I think I paid 80 some dollars for the one it takes but the upside is it works in the 18V impact drill so it does well with the bigger battery. So I was sorry I had to get the right battery but it can switch tools so..
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The saw uses the large black 18 v battery's. I suspect you have a white drill. It has a lower power rating battery that won't fit and would probubly burn up. All the green/ blue tools use the same battery. Unfortunately makita never mentions this that I see. It's like pro verses handyman tools
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Chinese. There are few that do, like some DeWalt XR cordless tools are final assembly here in the USA. But that's all. Makita still makes a lot of cordless tools in the US.
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Both Makita and DeWalt offer very high quality tools at affordable prices and both Makita and DeWalt offer a 3 year warranty on new tools. For the same included components, DeWalt does not have an exact match to this Makita kit. For closest match for contents, you could look at the DeWalt 20 Volt Max DCK590L2 Kit which is a five tool kit but includes all of the tools in this kit and a reciprocating saw (at a slightly higher price).
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The saw is more expensive on Amazon because the "Amazon Prime price" includes the shipping charges as well as Amazon's listing and selling fees. Take a look at the "Sell on Amazon" pages to see the kind of fees that got tacked on to sell through Amazon.
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Unfortunately the saw does not come with blades. But there is a listing on Amazon for a Makita blade package containing different types that I have used in the past. I find that name brand blades last longer than the cheap ones that can be had from say Harbour freight. I would also recommend the saw it cuts well and lasts a good while on the 18v battery. Hope this helps.
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unfortunally all the Dewalt batteries are expensive. you will need a charger also. The good thing is all the 18 volt Dewalt tools use this same battery. I would buy a small drill which comes with 2 batteries and a charger. you can usually find them for around 89.00 to 100.00. Just make sure it is the same volts as the light.
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I have 2 LI batteries that I got with my dewalt drill. I get ~ 15 cuts per battery. I don't use this as a corded saw replacement, but rather a 'I'd rather pull the trigger than use a hand saw' or 'that branch isn't big enough to break out the chainsaw on a ladder, over my head' saw. I don't have any of the new batteries; so I can't answer for that type. I LOVE the tool though!
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Home Depot and lowes are a rip off. They may be cheaper because its not the same product. They just pay Makita so they can sell them . It's a knock off brand made to look like Makita.
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Its a different brand...although same manufacturer, its different. Also we base our price off Dewalt's price for us so their's were probably higher for this kit as well.
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if your talking about the Makita 5377MG Magnesium 7-1/4-Inch Hypoid Saw that lists for $179 the difference is the weight. This saw weights 18 pounds and the more expensive one is 13.2 pounds. The more expensive saw is made from magnesium making it lighter.
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The saw had a major manufacturing defect when purchased. I believe that there was arbor wobble. Whatever it was Makita repaired the saw at no charge but would not say what the problem was. As far as the Bosch, I'm not sure about the Bosch as far as space constraints.
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No, that was a problem I had. Seems what you buy at Lowes, or other box stores is a different battery configuration. I had received a kit for a gift, then purchased these tools thinking they would share batteries. Nope. That said, still the best cordless tools that I have owned. I now own both post and the square slide type batteries.I may have gotten your question wrong. The saw uses the post type, and the drill and Lowes tools use the slide type.
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Yes, Bare Tools come as Tool ONLY.. No Battery. Li-Ions are lighter but much more expensive than Ni-Cad batteries. There are places that will sell and/or rebuild Ni-Cad batteries for much less than OEM, typically $2 / volt. Li-Ion batteries are very dangerous to rebuild so you won't find many if any re-builders. Just Google it. But THIS tool is well worth the price. It's an Excellent tool. I ONLY buy Dewalt 18v tools. They work very well and the batteries hold their charge a long time and are interchangeable between my different tools. YouTube has tool comparisons of the different brands and Dewalt is always at or near the top in performance and value. Yes, Bare Tools come as Tool ONLY.. No Battery. Li-Ions are lighter but much more expensive than Ni-Cad batteries. There are places that will sell and/or rebuild Ni-Cad batteries for much less than OEM, typically $2 / volt. Li-Ion batteries are very dangerous to rebuild so you won't find many if any re-builders. Just Google it. But THIS tool is well worth the price. It's an Excellent tool. I ONLY buy Dewalt 18v tools. They work very well and the batteries hold their charge a long time and are interchangeable between my different tools. YouTube has tool comparisons of the different brands... » Read More Yes, Bare Tools come as Tool ONLY.. No Battery. Li-Ions are lighter but much more expensive than Ni-Cad batteries. There are places that will sell and/or rebuild Ni-Cad batteries for much less than OEM, typically $2 / volt. Li-Ion batteries are very dangerous to rebuild so you won't find many if any re-builders. Just Google it. But THIS tool is well worth the price. It's an Excellent tool. I ONLY buy Dewalt 18v tools. They work very well and the batteries hold their charge a long time and are interchangeable between my different tools. YouTube has tool comparisons of the different brands and Dewalt is always at or near the top in performance and value. « Show Less
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I can't say for sure why the difference in price but I can say that this saw has performed well at every task I've given it. Not so much as a hiccup. Very happy with the purchase. Hope that helps.
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IMO, this is the only cordless set that provides the power of corded tools. You are trading the convenience of losing the cords with the inconvenience of added weight. The right tool for the right job is always the way to go. I tend to reach for my cordless tools (I own extensive 18 and 36v tools) than my corded ones for most tasks.