I'm currently trying to cut some 18mm MDF, and my jigsaw isn't up to the task. Even using a guide for the straight lines it veers to one side and the cut isn't vertical. It's a new blade and I'm not rushing it. The jigsaw is a pretty old (but not worn out) bottom-end Black & Decker. I feel there's too much lateral give in the blade and torque-steer (I can only think of a car analogy for the this characteristic!) to keep it straight.
I know people will suggest using a circular saw, but I've tried that and found it too aggressive and difficult to get close to my marked line. I've also got to make some cuts that are not vertical, but at a slight angle, so I a jigsaw maybe easier for this. Also need to some curves where a jigsaw is the only option, so doing it all with one tool would be easier.
Is their a decent jigsaw that people can recommend that's suits this kind of job where cuts have to be more precise, rather than big heavy-duty or faster cutting stuff?
I know people will suggest using a circular saw, but I've tried that and found it too aggressive and difficult to get close to my marked line. I've also got to make some cuts that are not vertical, but at a slight angle, so I a jigsaw maybe easier for this. Also need to some curves where a jigsaw is the only option, so doing it all with one tool would be easier.
Is their a decent jigsaw that people can recommend that's suits this kind of job where cuts have to be more precise, rather than big heavy-duty or faster cutting stuff?