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Customer Reviews for DEWALT 5.5 Amp Corded Variable Speed Jig Saw Kit with Bag

Internet #100035715

Model #DW317K

Store SKU #589360

  • Motor has variable speed to deliver up to 3100 strokes per minute
  • 4-position orbital action provides faster, more aggressive cuts
  • Keyless blade clamp makes changing blades quick and easy

Customer Reviews

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  • 85% recommend this product
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Entire Saw comprimised by cheeep plastic part
So about 2mo or so into this unit and may 50 or 60 cuts later, the little cheap black plastic clip that controls the blade insert and lock broke Unbelievable how a design team could approve such a garbage shortcut and inferior part. Nice job Dewalt NO EXCUSE
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Response from DewaltProductExpertJan 12, 2023
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We appreciate your feedback on the jig saw and are sorry to hear about the issue you are having with your product. This is not the kind of performance we expect from our products and would like to speak to you about this issue so we can assist you in resolving this to your satisfaction. Please email me at wecare@sbdinc.com and reference case # 6315666. I look forward to hearing from you.
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Sherri
DEWALT Customer Service.
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    Great saw
    Bought this saw to start making lawn decorations for my wife. Made easy work of this piece. More projects to come.
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      USED TH PRODUCT TO MAKE CURVED CUTS IN TREATED 2X6'S FOR A PERGOLA. THE SAW HANDLED IT WITH NO P...
      USED TH PRODUCT TO MAKE CURVED CUTS IN TREATED 2X6'S FOR A PERGOLA. THE SAW HANDLED IT WITH NO PROBLEMS. BOUGHT THE BOSCH SAWBLADES WITH IT.
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      Apparently it had a internal short, stopped working after very little use. Seemed like a well-ma...
      Apparently it had a internal short, stopped working after very little use. Seemed like a well-made product,heavy duty nice feel. I might have gotten a lemon I have used Dewalt products in the past with good results .
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      Response from DewaltProductExpertJul 1, 2019
      Hi, we're sorry to hear of the trouble you are having with the DW317K. We would appreciate the chance to speak with and assist you. Please email wecare@sbdinc.com and reference case #09890381.
      Many Thanks,
      Mitzy
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      This product worked well. Cuts curves well. Perhaps a bit heavy but hopefully he heft will cont...
      This product worked well. Cuts curves well. Perhaps a bit heavy but hopefully he heft will contribute to it's long productive future.
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      This jigsaw work great for our project. It does need to come with basic blades. And the Depot or ...
      This jigsaw work great for our project. It does need to come with basic blades. And the Depot or Dewalt need to have blade kits. I had to buy one from another manufacturer.
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      My 35 year old Black & Decker jig saw gave out and had to buy new. (I don't use them very ofte...
      My 35 year old Black & Decker jig saw gave out and had to buy new. (I don't use them very often) I've been buying DeWalt tools for several years now and I couldn't be happier with the brand. So I went with this DeWalt unit. I've used it about a dozen times now. Unit is very smooth operating and well balanced. The automatic dust blowing feature works well when unit is running on High. If you are running the unit at slower speed, you will have to keep the saw dust cleaned off of your cut line the old fashioned way. FYI- the unit comes with no blades and the blade type is: T-Shank. I bought a case of assorted Bosch T-Shank blades. One Disappointment: All of my other DeWalt tools came with a hard case. This comes with a cloth case. I would have preferred a hard case. This cloth case seems durable but I think that over time the Plastic zipper will be the weak link, so we'll see.
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      19 found this review helpful
      This Jig Saw is awesome, very powerful yet easy to move in spherical patterns in wood; fits nicel...
      This Jig Saw is awesome, very powerful yet easy to move in spherical patterns in wood; fits nicely in palm and since is relatively heavy it requires only a little push to make a cut.
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      Awesome Jig Saw!
      I needed a jig saw so I went to the local store, shopped around and then came home and read reviews online. After seeing this saw had good reviews I bought one. I also purchased Bosch blades. I've been using jig saws for many years and this saw is by far the best I've ever used. The Bosch blades with this saw cut through 1/2" plywood like a hot knife cuts through butter - very smooth and precise operation. I also love the keyless blade holder - very nice feature (they didn't have that available twenty five years ago when I purchased my previous jig saw). The saw has a "good feel" to it, it's comfortable to use, heavy but not too heavy, very easy and very intuitive to operate and it's truly been a joy to use. So far I've used it to cut plywood, MDF and 0.626 thick aluminum and I have zero complaints. I only wish I'd bought one of these earlier - highly recommended. Don't forget to buy blades - it doesn't come with any - but don't get cheap blades.
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        Very Pleased
        I have used the jog saw for many projects and cutting many different kinds of materials. I have never had any issues. It is powerful and easy to handle.
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          Easy to use. Seen better seen worse. Seems durable
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          Response from DewaltProductExpertNov 1, 2023
          Hello Jake, thank you for your feedback regarding DW317K 5.5 Amp Corded Variable Speed Jig Saw Kit with Bag.  I am glad to hear you are happy with this product. If you ever need assistance, please email support at wecare@sbdinc.com and reference ticket 8432140, so all information is easily available for the agent to assist you further.  Thanks, Dani, DEWALT®
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          Great jig saw replaced craftsman which broke after about 30 years. I felt the value was there when purchased from Home Depot. Great quality and great store with quality goods!
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          Definitely an excellent jigsaw! The power is linear with the trigger. Feels solid in my hand using it. Big improvement from my old skill saw.
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          Workshop basic tools
          Solid jigsaw. Easy to change blades. I prefer the corded model.
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          Slight play so a finish cut is difficult to make...
          Slight play so a finish cut is difficult to make but plenty of power to get it close to the line and then sand for finish!
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          Haven’t used it yet but wasn’t a bad price...
          Haven’t used it yet but wasn’t a bad price
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