which jigsaw

[anubus]

hi guys new to the forum and diy stuff .I'm look for a jigsaw to use on kitchen work tops and other small jobs .something not over £50, been looking at worx http://www.homebase.co.uk/webapp/wc...ols|9591902&c_1=1|category_root|Tools|9577043
bosh http://www.homebase.co.uk/webapp/wc...ols|9591902&c_1=1|category_root|Tools|9577043
ryobi http://www.screwfix.com/prods/22332/Power-Tools/Jigsaws/Ryobi-EJS-600QEO-Jigsaw-240V
or this http://www.screwfix.com/prods/85827/Power-Tools/Jigsaws/Erbauer-JS807-Jigsaw-230V[/wiki][/url]

 

[big-all]

heeelllooo and welcome ambus


i personaly would go for the names you know [bosch or ryobi]
although i dont have a mains ryobi jigsaw i would still suggest the ryobi

i am assuming your not expecting your jigsaw to give you an accurate dead strait cut!!!!!
they will of course give you a reasonable strait edge for covered cut outs

 

[anubus]

thank you big-all. what's the best tool to use on the worktops to get an accurate dead strait cut . need to cut it in half then use a worktop jig and a router http://www.screwfix.com/prods/37468...-Jig-600mm;jsessionid=ZLWKMWQGSVNGWCSTHZPCFFA

 

[big-all]

circular saw cutting from front to back upside down with the blade poking through 1 tooth/3mm

both halves fully supported to keep them level as the blade cuts the back edge to avoid surface breakout

 

[anubus]

one last thing can you please post a link to show the type of saw i will need

 

[big-all]

one last thing can you please post a link to show the type of saw i will need

one that looks a bit like this i have seen them for around £85 inclusive
http://www.machinemart.co.uk/shop/product/details/dw62-71-4in-circular-saw-230v

 

[streetlighter]

Machine Mart have always been quite expensive i only go there for the free catalogue.
Screwfix have a sale on with some reduced circular saws for around £30 i think ideal for a one off job.