Dewalt recently sent over a 20V Max Atomic compact reciprocating saw, but… I had already bought one back in October. Not only did Dewalt send over the Atomic reciprocating saw, this is their DCS369P1 kit.
You see, supplies were very limited when the saw launched 2-3 months ago. Review samples don’t just appear, and I was told it would be some time before a test unit of the new Atomic saw would be available. Home Depot was the only retailer I found to have inventory, and the saw was only available in (some) stores.
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So, when I came across one “in the wild,” I bought one, so I could form an opinion on it ahead of the holiday shopping season.
Here I am, with a purchased test sample, and a brand new kit featuring the same tool. As the title of the post suggests, I thought “this would make for a great giveaway!”
Why not give away the bare tool I purchased and keep the kit for testing/review? That’s easy – I plan to continue using my Dewalt Atomic saw for project use, and so having purchased it, that’s okay. I paired my bare tool with a battery and charger from another Dewalt 20V Max cordless power tool kit I purchased earlier in the year.
One lucky winner will receive this Dewalt Atomic 20V Max compact reciprocating saw kit. Sounds good, right?
But how can I ship it out? The tool arrived in its own box, and with a little wear to the packaging. Will it survive another trip, potentially across the country? I had better use a separate box.
Hmm, I have a couple of extra sturdy double-layer boxes from other giveaway packages I’m still putting together. The Atomic kit would require quite a bit of padding to fill the box.
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So, why not fill the box with MORE Dewalt tools?
The Prize will feature the Dewalt Atomic reciprocating saw, two small mechanics tool sets, a couple of hand tools, and maybe some swag if I could quickly find any.
To Enter, leave a comment and either describe how you would use the saw, tell me about the first tool you remember buying or how you first learned about ToolGuyd, or create a haiku or other type of poem about the Dewalt Atomic saw.
Also, fill out the following linked-to form with your shipping address.
There will be (1) winner, randomly selected.
Rules: The entry period ends at 11:59pm ET, 12/28/2019. The winning comment will be selected, and then I will grab your shipping address info from the form, linked above.
If the shipping information is incomplete, I will select another winner. The address and shipping information entered into the form will only be used for the purpose of this giveaway.
Contiguous USA addresses only. One entry per person.
Prize Fulfillment: It’s my intent to send the prize package out promptly, hence the short giveaway entry period.
Thank you to Dewalt for supplying the Atomic saw!
If you’re not the lucky winner, the good news is that the saw is now in stock at retailers:
Steven K.
I would use this to help build my kids tree house. Make it easier to cut the wood. I first learned about ToolGuyd on a forum called Garage Journal many years ago.
Bill Tchir
I would use this on the job(floor installer and carpenter). I have a reciprocating saw, but it’s big, heavy and corded. My friend introduced me to your website recently, and I find myself checking it everyday. Thanks for all the advice, and tool deal finds.
Matthew Schulz
I first found this website a few years back while searching for reviews on tools and have been a regular ever since. Keep it up.
Dean Townley
I have a small remodeling company I do bathrooms and kitchens this would come in particular handy in what I do
Rick roberts
The first tool i ever got was a Makita 3/8 nicad power drill. I was maybe 14? My dad bought it for me for Christmas. It had a nice green case with Nicad batteries. Drill would run for maybe 15 minutes. I don’t even think the battery was removable! I do remember it had a nice metal Jacobs chuck. First peoject was using it to build a clubhouse for me and my friends.
casey
I would use this for all sort of cutting. 2×4, drywall, steel studs, plywood, the odd pipes. It looks much more compact than the recip saw I normally pack around so It would save me a bunch of space.
I recall finding toolguyd when searching for tool reviews and it was quickly bookmarked all those years ago! Good stuff, keep it up!
Art A Reed
Now that I am retired I am building small wooden items for my wife to sell for extra income and to donate to charities. I have a few different DeWalt tools but this will help cut up wood from pallets that I try to recycle for the projects. This is my first time checking out toolguy, I like it.
Doug
I’m planning to travel with a church mission team to repair homes damaged by hurricanes. This time I will be traveling with teenagers, who dont have tool yet. I would be great to have more tools to share . That would let me teach more kids how to use them.
RinolR
Man just give it the this guy! ?He’s doing some honest work. I honestly would’ve used it to just cutdown my Christmas tree and the other bug hoarding bushes in my backyard.
Chris Petersen
I second that motion! I would love to have the saw, but already have several other recips including a compact one. You would be hard pressed to find someone more deserving than Doug!
RandyM
Third vote for Doug!
Mark Morrison
I recently purchased my first Dewalt 20v tool, and am slowly phasing out my old 14.4v stuff. This would be a great addition to my toolbox. I mostly use reciprocating saws for demolition jobs and small metal cutting operations.
Adam g
When I was first looking to buy into a battery operated power tool platform I found Toolguyd. I found your reviews to be the most helpful and appreciate the deal alerts. It took me almost a year to realize it’s pronounce toolguide not tool guy d.00
Geno
This is a perfect tool for some light pruning behind the house. I have a lot of Dewalt 20v tools and this would add to the collection. My first tool was a 9 volt craftsman drill. It would only last a few holes. Cordless tools have come a long way. Great Website.
Patrick
I would buy the new toothbrush attachment for this saw so that I can brush my teeth faster. It would give me more time to read Toolguyd.
Mike
Oh, the days when cords were king, like the pants, they’re best left behind!!
Saws are crucial for demo work I need to do next month.
Joe K.
I could use this to help remodel my kitchen. It would be a great addition to my Dewalt line, which I’m told I should buy stock in.
I’m pretty sure I found Toolguyd when looking for recommendations just before I bought my first Dewalt tool.
John
The first dewalt tool i bought was the 12v max drill/driver back when they first came out. Still use it to this day. I would use it to cut out holes in the ceiling for hvac register boxes. Would fit great in tight quarters. I found yall just searching around. I always check in to see whats new or where the deals are at. Thanks by the way for the heads up.
Mike
First came across ToolGuyd when googling reviews for tools and it was the only one that didn’t seem like an advert disguised as a review.
The Atomic Saw would be a great for upcoming plumbing projects in tight spaces.
Robert Landrigan
This would be a big help in breaking down palettes for two projects- one to make dividing walls for the children’s area at church, and second to build outdoor tables for Chess in the Park, with our Acout troops build and the y’all folk using the power tools:)
Andrew
This seems like a great little saw for small demo tasks, cutting pvc pipe, and even some tree pruning! Great giveaway! Thank you!
Ryan M
Recently switched from Ryobi to Dewalt, using my home reno as an excuse to upgrade. I imagine this saw would be useful in many ways from construction to chopping up the bigger sticks from my yard.
I stumbled upon toolguyd not too long ago after googling for reviews on my bosch jobsite table saw. Your insight is what led me to pull the trigger on buying it and it’s been a great saw for me.
Marko
I need to cut dead cedar trees in the backyard.
Jehremy
I’d use this with a pruning blade to try and take back control over some unruly shrubs and small trees around the house!
Mike
I learned about ToolGuyd a couple of years back when I set out to rollover my 18v Dewalt portfolio to more modern 20v brushless across the board. Have learned a lot about tools and vendors, and now check the site regularly. Also recently found Ben Vincent (via his post) was a former MSFT colleague!! Great community…
If I won, I’d use the primary tool to help finish out portions of my wife’s physical therapy office equipment installations that are on my calendar for Jan!! No shortage of projects to put tools to work! ?
Ben Moreland
The saw would be a fantastic addition to my current dewalt lineup and help with removing and replacing the old fence around my property! I first learned of Toolguyd from another superintendent on my project and I’ve been checking the site daily for the past 4 years. I always consult the site before making a tool purchase, thanks for all the advice, Stuart.
Tom D
i would enter but
i am not a dewalt guy
milwaukee tools i have
Tom Magill
The Atomic Recip would be a fantastic addition to my kit for the weekend projects I do with a local charity. Our team of volunteers handles small projects like replacing a ramp or building stairs, and we need to cut pipe for railings pretty often. I’d love to bring this baby along on the next ramp build!
KevinL
would use the saw for PVC mostly (as well as
“tight” spots). bought a No-Name brand drill for the HVAC trade w/my dad at 13. lasted one work day! that’s the day i learned the need for quality tools. thx for a shot at this giveaway.
Will Labosky
My first tool I bought is going way back. The old school Makita cordless drill. Probably anyone thats been doing this type of work for awhile has had one.
Shannon
I would use it for pruning limbs around the kids playset area.
Steve-O in NY
I’d use this for clearing brush at my mom’s property
James
I’d probably use this to prune dead and wilting fronds from a small palm tree in the front yard.
Gman
I would use the saw for DIY projects around the house, pruning, and electrical work. I first ran into your site from the garage journal forums years ago. I have read it every day since then.
KEVIN KOWALCZYK
I would give it to my dad. He has started on dewalt platform and this would fit His tool platform.
Andrew
I don’t personally need it, but I would give it to a couple in our church who are in the process of becoming missionary builders with New Testament Church Planting.
They travel the country building or renovating churches who can not afford to do it themselves. Our church was tremendously blessed by other builders in this Missionary Builders group, and this couple decided to join them once they retire later this year. They need tools and have received some Dewalt 20V tools already. This would help fill out their tool set for this work.
Jason
Would be used to help build a new business with my buddy that just retired from the Navy and me the Army. Maybe handyman services?
First battery powered tool was the old school Makita where the battery slid into the handle like a gun clip. Found Toolguyd due to my obsession with tools and enjoy the likeminded conversations.
EM Rite
Cut, cut a 2×4
gently ‘cross the grain
merrily merrily merrily merrily
life with my Dewalt
Henry
I have a giant 15A Makita recip saw, which I used a ton during the remodel/recovery of our “you should tear this down” house purchase. However, as we live on property, I often find myself wishing I had a cordless recip to use, when things are out of reach of the extension cords.
I usually resort to the alternatives, which are either a handsaw, or the chainsaw, neither of which is ideal.
Thanks for the giveaway!
George
The first power tool I ever “bought” was the early 80s 7” Craftsman circular saw I pleaded with my father to get so I didn’t have to keep using a hand saw for my well-intentioned, if slightly lopsided, birdhouse building as a child.
Fast forward to many years later when I revived my woodworking love, Toolguyd was my favorite site for advice when I was trying to find out what I could use for a blade now that the world was all 6.5” and 7.25” circular saws. Been reading ever since! Still have the Craftsman saw out of love but use the Dewalt saw for projects.
The reciprocating saw would be super useful doing the limb trimming looming on my spring to-do list.
Todd
I would use this tool when ever I did not need there bigger saws. I learned about toolguyd. Just from searching on google for tool reviews. Love the honest reviews and the ability to bash products in the replies.
Ryan
I would/will use this tool to cut out sections of drywall so I can replace the ceiling in my kitchen that had severe water damage and is currently held together by a large amount of large nails.
Thom
I usually dont enter these give aways because I have most everything I need already so might as well give somebody else a shot. This however I could use this as I am helping my daughter remodel her new house. She just got back from Germany and we helped her buy a small fixer upper. Its a small 850 sq ft house built in the 30’s and the plaster and lathe walls and ceilings are going to need to come down… A small cordless reciprocating saw would be ideal.
I would also pass the mechanics tools down to her as she is going to be doing her own light auto maintenance.
Gregory Sutton
i already have the older dewalt saw but i think the atomic saw would be useful for more dextrous tasks. thanks for doing this.
Flotsam
I’m doing some home reno. This would be perfect.
Brett2t
I’d use the saw to help repair my front deck at my house and also keep it handy while out on the deer lease to help repair deer blinds. It’s compact size would be perfect that!
Nils
Haiku as requested:
This small mighty saw
Decimating old drain lines
ABS in beard
And a bonus limerick:
There once was an ugly old bath
Pink tiles, over plaster and lath
When I opened it up
I see Plumbers over- cut
Nothing is level. oh what wrath!
Anthony
First of all I can across this website doing research on tools. With all the different types of power tools these days there is so many to choose from and I’m trying to figure out which would be best for me. I have to buy all new tools because while I was in prison for a DUI, someone stole every single tool I own, even my screws, nuts, bolts, and wire connectors etc. My first tool I ever bought was a 138 piece craftsman socket set when I was 16 years old. I paid $99 for it back in 1994 and had it up until it was stolen from me. I’d use the tool to help me with making custom boxes and forms for car stereo installations which has been a hobby of mine since I was 16. I also love to work on cars and plan on rebuilding something like a charger or GTO once I get my life back together but for now I mostly fix my daughters car. I also do part time carpentry work where I am sure it would come in handy. I appreciate your reviews and will continue reading this site. From what I have read so far my choices are going to be between DeWalt and Milwaukee so this saw would be a big help in rebuilding my collection of tools. Thank you for your time and consideration and for taking the time to maintain this website. The information is very helpful especially for someone like me
Maxwell
I work for a construction company that primarily does work in hospitals. With everything growing and changing, we’re constantly tearing down and putting back. I would be using this saw to cut down drywall and studs mostly.
The first tool I bought was a craftsman screwdriver set back when I was little because I wanted some just like my grandpa had.
I saw some posts on Instagram about toolguyd and after seeing a few of them I checked out the website and I’ve been hooked ever since.
blocky
My first power tool was a Black and Decker jigsaw. My purchase decision was informed by: it was the cheapest powered saw of any style at home depot.
I used it exclusively for everything – making loft beds and shelves, making speaker cabinets, paring down doors, cutting couches to fit them around 19th century interior corners in the Lower East Side.
Even after purchasing other capable saws, I still found applications: excavating around an old 40′ canvas mural that had been drywalled into place, meticulously scribing mdf paintings to odd new york gallery interiors. That wobbly tool taught me a lot about how to sight cuts and how to guide a blade without fighting it.
In general, I abused it doing things a jigsaw is not intended for and sometimes for days on end.
The one day, it met its demise doing some basic hand-hold cutouts for a series of stools I was building for a guitar shop. The motor still spun, but a nylon gear had finally stripped out.
I held onto it for a couple years, unable to find the part, but eventually binned it. At that price point, it was never intended to be serviced. Still, I hold a fondness for underbuilt tools that somehow keep going.
Koko The Talking Ape
The first tool I ever bought was a corded hammer drill from Black and Decker. I was 18 or so. My dad had this idea that larger, heavier tools will last longer, and this drill certainly was both. After a while though, the shaft bent or something, so bits would wobble as they spun (though the chuck didn’t rattle in its bearings, so I thought it wasn’t worn bearings.) I gave it to a friend, who thought the wobble might even improve the drilling action in concrete and such.
I haven’t needed a hammer drill since then, though I just bought an M12 hammer drill. I have cast concrete floors and ceilings, and I need to hang new blinds.
Chung Ying
My first tool was the Makita drill combo kit (the white one). Got it because my friend bought it and was raving about it and eventually convinced me. Although the kit is over 10+ years now, it’s still my go to power tool.
I’m heavily invested in Makita and a few Milwaukee tools. But my brother likes DeWalt so this will be a gift to him.
Todd O.
The first tools I purchased for woodworking were a decent porter cable drill and circular saw. They got the job done… until they got stolen. I have since upgraded to the Dewalt 20v system. I don’t have a recip saw yet though. Thanks for the giveaway!
Scott Frazier
The first tool I remember purchasing is a Craftsman socket set in a blow molded holder. I still have the set today and it has been used many times. It was made in the USA and has been put to the test many times with no issues. I purchased many more Craftsman items over the years that were made in the USA and none ever disappointed me. I stopped buying them when they went to China, now I purchase a lot of Gearwrench products. Also a big fan of Dewalt.
schill
I don’t remember the first tool I bought, but I’m sure it was either a set of small screwdrivers or small pliers/diagonal cutters.
I do remember the first power tool I bought, although I can’t tell you the model number. It was a Black & Decker corded drill purchased either my senior year in high school or early in college. It was not the greatest drill in the world, but it had one feature that I found really useful. The cross section of the body of the drill was square (rectangular?) with flat sides and top and a fairly small cross section. It wasn’t particularly powerful, but the size made it very easy to get into hard to reach areas (now superseded by my Bosch Flexclick 12v 🙂 ).
Eventually, at least one of the motor bearings wore out. I had it around for years, meaning to repair it, but never got around to it. After several moves, I’ve lost track of it and it was probably disposed of.
The next power tool after that was a Craftsman jig saw.
skfarmer
i am a dewalt user and heavily invested 12v max and 20v max tools. i don’t have a compact recip saw and think it would be handy for trimming branches, bushes and weeds around buildings and fences as well as light duty projects.
Brandon
The first tool I remember buying was a pretty large Craftsman socket set, about 6 years ago. Made in the USA back then, not that I was informed enough to care: it was a good price for a set without a lot of useless doodads (hex keys & driver bits, namely). Nice blow-molded briefcase where they all sat loose and there was a another piece of plastic that hinged open after the case was laying flat to let you get at the top side. Still one of my favorite things about it: don’t need a screwdriver to pry sockets out of there. That $99 black Friday purchase has saved me thousands over the years.
John Kohler
Hello I bought my first DeWalt sawza to mow down an old set of clothes line poles. Darn things were set in 1964 when concrete must have been free, about 30″ across and 3′ deep. LoL that’s when I decided it’s time to own a sawza. A friend happen to run a tool shop and told me you can’t go wrong with owning DeWalt. Been buying DeWalt ever since…love it. Thank you
Jim McLaughlin
Just getting into the DeWalt platform this would be great for building pipe racks and pipe installation in general! Love the site!
ER
I would use this saw to cut the chains of all the slaves in the world. After freeing all the slaves, I will bring peace and prosperity to the entire world and cure all illnesses. My final step, with the help of this saw, of course, will be to cut the wings off of every single mosquito in the whole world.
If I have any time left after this, I might cut some wood.
Marc
I have a couple of projects coming up where this saw would be very useful. I don’t remember what my first tool was but I know what my oldest tool is. It’s an ancient Craftsman table drill press that I inherited from my father-in-law. It still works but has a little wobble in it, but it’s not a problem for what I use it for. I don’t remember how I came to toolguyd but have been reading it ever since. Thanks
rniles
My crew at the Black Hills Playhouse could use those badly-needed tools for so many uses in electrics, set-building, and maintenance. Always great to have new tools!
Steve Cecil
I would use this to help replace some of my 18v Porter Cable set that I can’t get batteries for anymore.
The first power tool (if you can call it that) I can remember buying was a two battery Black and Decker power screwdriver. Charge didn’t last long, but felt like I had enormous power right in my hands.
Rudy Lee
I’m not sure exactly how I would use this tool. It would most likely get used to trim small branches/ thick bushes or I have to deck out a small section/ make a walkway in part of my attick and this would come in handy to cut the 2×4’s while I’m up there.
I can still remember the very first tool I bought. I was around 9-10 and needed some Allen wrenches to work on my bike. My father took all his tools with him every day to lwork and I wanted to fix my bike before he got home. We had a Sears store a couple blocks away. My best friend and I road over there on his bike, bought the Allen wrenches and I fixed my bike. I put the small set of Allen wrenches in an old metal rusty red tool box my father had and remember being so happy that I had my own tools and tool box.
I don’t remember exactly how I found your site. It was 3-4 years ago when I was looking for a review on some Wera Tools. I have been following you since that day. I check your website multiple times per day sadly.
Thank you for the great content and personally replying to my messages/ emails on a few occasions.
Robert
I wood (pun intended) use the Dewalt Saw for cutting off the tops of my 4×4 fence posts to even them all out for custom made top caps. I’ve been thinking of making some type of router jig to do this. The caps need to fit perfectly on all 38 posts for aesthetics and using my hand saw 8 feet off the ground would be a pain. I also have many feet of old 2×4’s that I need to shorten for my outdoor fire pit and this Dewalt Atomic reciprocating saw will do it all up FAST!!
My first tool I actually bought was a Lisle “Sneaky Pete” when I was in desperate need for my 1956 Chevy pickup with a leaky crankshaft rear-main on my Dad’s driveway. The Pete was used to pull the old seal up and over the crankshaft and replace with a new seal. Poor mans way of stopping oil leaks. Didn’t work very well. I still have that tool to this day.
I first learned about ToolGuyd via a yahoo search when looking for some advice on pipe wrenches.
“The ToolGuyds giveaway did drop my Jaw..
Enter I will..win, lose or Draw
A needed task to challenge my wits…
My arsenal scanned..ahh there it sits..
The Dewalt-Atomic-Reciprocating-SAW
Matt C
The first hand tool I bought was an Estwing smooth faced hammer when I first started framing houses. My first power tool purchase soon followed with a Dewalt drill and impact driver as well as a Dewalt circular saw.
I would use the saw on a number of projects I have lined at my folks old house, pvc replacement, some rotting framing studs that need cut out and replaced, etc. I am also the property manager for a large YMCA and this would be great, especially for smaller spaces where a larger saw just will not do.
I came across this site while researching cordless tool brands, and I now check in several times a week. Love the reviews and other articles, keep up the great work!
Brandon H
I would replace my current 18v Dewalt recipricating saw with this one. I would give my existing saw to my father-in-law who does not have one and has several 18v tools.
Steve Parmenter
I don’t remember how I came across ToolGuyd, but I do check in almost daily because I do value the reviews made.
If won, I would give to my son who I am in the process of helping him to build out a “tool kit” now that he is on his own.
John
I came across Toolguyd when I was looking for a review. I can’t what for, but I’ve been coming back ever since.
zacharah joel fields
I would definitely use this as I am in the middle of building a small home for my wife and I. We just got married and I have been rebuilding a small house on my grandparents farm that my aunt let me have, just got done with framing and electrical this would really speed up the plumbing. My first tool I was given was also the first tool my dad bought, a DeWalt circular saw! H0e got it in the 80s when he started framing houses with my grandpa, he gave it to me when I was 14, it still runs just fine today and it framed my house.
Michael
Over the last year I have had two trees feel in the backyard and learned that cutting all the milliards of smaller branches to a consistent size for firewood with a heavy axe is fun and entertaining 🙂
Having three more trees that look sketchy I’m sure I will not have a shortage of work for the saw.
Vards Uzvards
To easily win over all the branches, I would get these:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BD5G3SY/
Bosch 12-Volt Max Pocket Reciprocating Saw Kit PS60-102
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000FAIUU2/
Bosch RP95 5 pc. 9 In. 5 TPI Edge Reciprocating Saw Blades for Pruning
Right now one can get it for under $82!
Clem Wicab
First heard of tool guy from google search, when I was looking for a tool review. I would use this to build tear down my old fence and build a new one.
Howard Harrop
I have been wanting this atomic sawzall for processing moose and caribou out in the field, portable, cordless, compact bone saw!
Aside from that I enjoy doing sidejobs and could use this tool in my arsenal.
Mosh
I first found out about ToolGuyd while I searching to upgrade my power tools from Ryobi…..
And I think I read it since, at least once daily….
Thanks Stuart
Michael
I don’t have a use for it but I just wanted to say thank you for all the work you put into this sight and the gaws
GML
I am a DIY homeowner, originally “forced” into it based on purchasing a house in Southern California approximately 20 years ago. While not as insane as it is now, we still paid a scary amount of money for a small house that was a complete fixer upper. That meant that most improvements had to be done by ourselves.
It has definitely been a learning experience with a lot of pain (both physical/mental) & mistakes along the way. My first power tool beyond the typical drill/driver was a a Dremel tool with a drywall accessory. This was used to complete our first drywall project, luckily that was in the garage were the visible mistakes were not a big deal.
I’ve invested into the Dewalt 20v platform over the last year after using 18 year old NiCad tools from Dewalt and Ryobi. The Atomic reciprocating saw would be perfect for breaking down large palm fronds.
Gordon
I have 40, 8’x6′, cedar, fence panels that were incorrectly installed by the previous owner. Each one has 6 long screws holding it in place. Most are too far away to drag an extension cord. A cordless “sawzall” would be much easier than trying to back the screws out. Maybe I’d actually enjoy my house with all the free time I’d have.
GREGORY NEWLAND
First Tool I remember buying. A 12 volt Ridgid drill. Moved out my parents house and bought that fella, 2003/04. Signed up for the LSA and actually had the batteries replaced twice. It was my drill of use when I lived in apartments up until I bought a house a few years ago. Gave it to a buddy whom still uses it to this day.
jlet
Dewalt Atomic
You are not like Godzilla
you reciprocate
DML
dewalt atomic
black and yellow saw cutting
reciprocating
Iron-Iceberg
I would love to have this saw for some trim work I have coming up. Thanks Stu!
Joe F
My first “real” tool set was a set my dad bought for me from Quality Farm and Fleet I was about 6 or 7 years old. It had a phillips, a flat screwdiver, a pair of slip joint pliers, a hammer, and a box. All of them had “home improvement” on the handles. I still have the slip joint pliers in my toolbox. I have fond memories of watchies “Home Time” and “Norm Abrams” as well as “Shade Tree Mechanic”. I was fortunate enough to have a dad that knew how to get his hands dirty. As far as this particular item, I have been a rather die hard DeWalt fan for several years. I work part-time at a supplemented income housing complex. Routinely make cuts in compact places. I fore see me really using something like this while replacing floors in bathrooms. I tend to be a jack of all trades and also do repair and maintenance on vehicles as well. First came across ToolGuyd when it came up on a Google feed. Check back several times a month and search when looking for information.
Prkl8r
Looking to buy a new house this year. Would be a perfect addition to the toolbox to do some inevitable Reno in the older neighborhood we are looking.
Tyler
I found ToolGuyd while I was researching upgrade options for my Craftsman 19.2v tools and if I shoukd get into the Bosch 18v line. I still have them all with the exception of a couple I had to replace that were stolen.
Tyler F
It would be a nice addition in my new dewalt backpack which was a nice addition to a extensive dewalt kit that I purchased according to your tool reviews so thank you
Dominic L
First tool I purchased, was a Craftsman drill over 20 years ago.
BlueCraft Workshop
I’d use it for my mancave renovation! It would make things so much easier!
Thanks for the giveaway and happy holidays!
Diamond Dave
“I bleed Yellow!”
Mikeee
I never had or used a reciprocating saw. This would be a great chance to try it.
Etienne
This would be great for pruning the overgrown trees in my back yard and more convenient for some demo work on our deck, at least the tight spots.
michael Welch
My first power tool was a 12v makita drill, no vsr but I got my money worth out out of it. I use this hachzall to trim tree limbs,cut pallets.
Andrew
Was looking for tool reviews, stayed
Tom V
I would use the saw for a slew f projects on my blueberry farm including to more easily repair any breaks in the pvc solid set irrigation that waters the field.
Eric
I am in the DeWalt battery system. While I have a large recip saw, I would love to add the Atomic recip primarily for pruning and cut down of recycling and trash.
Paul D
My first power tool was a DeWalt hammer drill. As a first time home owner I thought I’d be wise to spend $300 on a kit, for all of the many jobs I’d be tackling…. Needless to say I went overboard with that one. I have since began working in the electric field and now have a better understanding of tool applications. Also, I love this site and all of the recommendations.
Garrett Burroughs
This saw would be great for my bathroom addition project that is getting started. PVC plumbing & framing would be a breeze with this new tool in my inventory. You got me hooked on tools and I’d love for you to contribute to my habit…I mean hobby. 🙂
Steve
My first memorable and most expensive tool purchase was a DeWalt 18v tool kit that served me for about 18years. It was replaced by a DeWalt 20v XR kit last year and I am building my 20v collection of tools. I hope they last as long as the 18v tools!!
Michael Woods
I would use this saw to replace some PVC piping in our basement as well as to trim branches off some of our trees.
Tim
I am in the property maintenance business and my reciprocating saw gets a lot of use. The problem is that it is corded, and is also very large. The compact size is ideal, not only for tight spaces, but also because I a,m usually packing it along for a single task, and the big corded tool is too cumbersome.
Amish Mike
My first power tool was a dremel 400 XPR kit. It still works great 12yrs later. I stumbled across Toolguyd looking for Black Friday some years ago and now check the site daily for any deals. I am invested in the Dewalt 20v max platform, this would be a nice addition to my collection
Mike K
I first learned about Toolguyd when Stuart had a guest column in Make:Magazine. I could really use a cordless reciprocating saw as my most recent use case was when I had to trim the bottom of my Christmas tree, and the 12V Nextec jigsaw was too light duty, and the corded sawzall was annoying and overkill.
Champs
Atomic Power
Volts for each finger and toe
Work safely, good friend
Ken Weinstein
I have some PVC plumbing rough-ins coming up and I’d love to replace my broken down 14 v Dewalt. I think I first learned about Toolguyd just via Google.
Mattman
Maintenance at a knife factory in Portland and our bandsaw broke. Cheap Company we have to provide most portable power tools so its something id never buy for myself due to price. Also would use it for pruning branches around the home for sure! Only got one charger for my Dewalt tools at the moment id be nice to have a second. Thanks it would get good use.
John Blair
The first tool I ever bought was a pair of wire strippers and diagonal cutters. I started as an electrician’s assistant out of high school. It started a life time of love of tools. As my father ages, I keep finding cool tools he bought long long ago that I restore and use again. Who knew refurbishing planes would be such fun. 40 year old jointers were built better than the ones you get today.
Jose
I’m a DIYer & my first home tool kit was a Sears Craftsman Bolt system that’s served me well for over 10 years through countless home repairs and projects. But, it’s showing it’s age and I don’t think it’ll last another year. So I would love to win this Dewalt 20V Max Atomic compact reciprocating saw kit and get into a modern quality cordless tool brand! Thank you!
Tony
I want to clean up some trees and bushes with this saw.
HiggiML
Growing up, I was able to use my dad’s tools (to some extent) but the first tool I think I purchased for myself was a tire gauge for my bicycle. The first power tool I purchased after moving out was a DeWalt drill. Even though I’ve replaced it w/a cordless model, I still have that drill. Ah the memories. Thanks Toolguyd!
Jordman02
I would use the Dewalt Recip Saw to build projects with my kids and to help family/friends with their projects and renovations!
I came across ToolGuyd while watching tool reviews on YouTube.
ToolGuyDan
Behold the DeWalt!
It saws most, but lawyers say
it does not SawzAll.
Mopar
First tool purchase I made with my own money? I believe it was one of those no-name 40pc socket sets that came in the metal case. Second purchase was a Craftsman mechanic starter set to replace the broken sockets and bent ratchet.
But the first tool I ever owned? That was a small hammer, given to me by my father, who was a cabinetmaker by trade. I musta been about 4-5yrs old at the time. I learned to use it by hammering nails into the kitchen cabinets. 🙂 50+ years later, I STILL remember the spanking, followed by having to stand in the corner until dad got home from work. Never saw that hammer again, either.
Thanks for doing these contests; you just dredged up memories from a very long time ago.
the big g
I am a Bosch guy, but I really want to see what all the big deal about dewalt is!
I would use this saw in my project to fix up my backyard fence, first using it on old weathered redwood, and some fresh redwood to replace them.
Jason Holloway
The first power tool I ever purchased was a cordless Black and Decker drill and saw combo when I was in college. I mostly used it to assemble furniture and hang things in my apartment
Chris
I’d take it to work and use it to cut roof insulation
Josh
The first tool I can recall going out and buying with my own money was a Stanley Multi-Bit screwdriver from WalMart. My dad has always had an extensive tool collection so it wasn’t until I went off to college that I actually had to start buying my own haha. I still have that screwdriver, though I rarely use it anymore. I’ve since owned Kobalt, Lenox, Ideal, Klein and Wera Multi-Bit screwdrivers and have enjoyed them all.
Steve
I would use these tools to support Mother Teresa’s ministry helping the poor in Calcutta . . . when I finally get there. Until that time I would just use them to dink in my shop, fix things at church, and try to keep the boys from borrowing them until they can fulfill their mission.
BigDave
Kitchen – A Haiku
by BigDave
DeWalt Atomics
A small, galley kitchen stinks
I’ve the perfect tools
Neil
I’d use the Dewalt Recip to do a bit of pruning in the yard. I live in a condo but the landscapers don’t do this kind of work unless they’re paid extra.
My first cordless tools were Makita’s 9.6V drill/driver and (approximately) 4 inch circular saw. I believe I bought them around 1980-81.
B Elliott
I would use the saw for various home renovations. I first found ToolGuyD while researching some tools to buy and now it is my first stop for all tool related information.
Neil
I misread the requirements. You didn’t enquire about my first “cordless” power tool.
I purchased a made in USA Craftsmen socket tool set during my college days (1975-79).
I have a Fuller hammer purchased in the early 70’s for $4.99.
Bruce Pierce
I will use it to repair fire hose.
Nathan L Daniels
This tool could serve to be perfect for my various plumbing (mis)adventures! Mostly using pex and PVC, I’m always struggling to find a quick and convenient tool to trim to size. The reciprocating saw is a nuissance to handle at times!
Jonathan Fox
The first power tool I used was my dads tools as we built the addition to our house when I was 12 years old. So naturally when I moved out I began my own tool collection with the same brand he trusted for years… Dewalt. The first real power tool I bought was a 20v cordless drill and have slowly expanded that over the last couple years as the budget allows. Thanks tool guyd for all the reviews they always help me decide which piece to add to the collection next! Maybe the next one will be this saw lol
Christopher
I would use it to cut up all these pallets my wife keeps complaining that I have acquired.
Luke Schwartz
You guys showed up in my Google news feed, and I’ve been so glad ever since. Definitely the best tool blog out there!
Chris
I would use this saw as part of my every day job. Everything from building maintenance to carpentry, remodeling, new construction coming up for 90 affordable apartment complex here in northern Illinois. I do a lot work remodeling in my families homes and vehicles. Also to get branches and bushes out of the way, one handed use would really come in handy.
First power tool I ever bought was a dewalt kit, 18v nicad xrp, circular saw, sawsall, hammer drill and flashlight with huge hard case from home depot. I have switched to dewalt 20v since then but still have my first tool set.
First heard of toolguyd.com years ago while searching for new dewalt tools and reviews as I always do and always end up right back here for more info.
Jarvis Brown
I would use this saw in my work to remove invasive plant and tree species at the San Juan Mission National Park. Chinaberry trees are considered an invasive tree species are cutdown to stop them from spreading.
Mark Yancey
This would be a great addition for some demo work without draggi g a cord and extension cord.
Phillip Rodgers
I am a disabled Vietnam war era veteran. .. ivam still quite able to voluteer for Red Cross disasters i have deployed numerous times i take my dewalt cordless tools( i have mostly all of them including the chainsaw) being cordless i am capable if being on the front line if a disaster. This versitale reciporating saw would be of enormous help in extreme conditions. The surprise gifts eould be a welcome addition and definitely put to use helping others.
Matt C
The first hand tool I bought was an Estwing smooth faced hammer when I first started framing houses. My first power tool purchase soon followed with a Dewalt drill and impact driver as well as a Dewalt circular saw.
I would use the saw on a number of projects I have lined at my folks old house, pvc replacement, some rotting framing studs that need cut out and replaced, etc. I am also the property manager for a large YMCA and this would be great, especially for smaller spaces where a larger saw just will not do.
I came across this site while researching cordless tool brands, and I now check in several times a week. Love the reviews and other articles, keep up the great work!
Alex F
I would love to use this one to trim the Christmas Tree!
itsgalf
Great. I just got a Dewalt 20V tool set this Christmas. This would be a great compact recip saw to have. I would mostly use it either for small plumbing jobs or with a pruning blade to take care of the trees branches. I first learned about Toolguyd after googling for some tool review thought the website was nicely put together, but the website didn’t become something I regularly checked until just recently. The thing that sets this site above some of the others is the comment section seems more useful than other tool websites.
Thanks for all that you all do.
Drew P
I found out about toolguyd years ago when looking for tool reviews. I book marked and and check it every day. My first tool was a black and decker cordless 3 in 1 drill/jigsaw/sander. And that was probably 20 years ago when I was 12. I’m heavily invested in the Dewalt platform now and this saw would be perfect for the basement remodel I’ll be starting shortly at my house. Thanks for running such a great website!
Dave F
My first substantial tool purchase was a 7 1/4″ Skilsaw. Used it to cut boards for about 250 feet of fencing around my first house. Found Toolguyd several years ago while searching for tool reviews.
The What?
If this is anything like the atomic drill as far as a power standpoint then I’ll pass on it. I mistakenly bought the drill with hopes that it would have some decent power to be used on the job site. I should have spent my money more wisely. The atomic drill is terrible and weak and I don’t expect this reciprocating saw to be much else. I also bought (and returned the same day) the atomic impact driver. The chuck on my dcf 887 got stuck in a piece of 4×6 as I boring a hole for pex and as I was removing it, the bit retaining ball bearing got lost as it came apart. Of course I took the one from the atomic impact and repaired my dcf887 before I returned it. The atomic impact was abysmal to say the least. It could barely get through 2×4 with a sharp spade bit. I’m glad that I was able to repair my dcf887 using the ball bearing off of the pos atomic impact driver and didn’t get stuck with such a horrible tool. It makes up for the $100 I wasted on the drill. I don’t feel bad about it one bit. In fact it makes me laugh to know that someone bought it and likely couldn’t figure out why the bits kept falling out and returned it. HD likely put it back on the shelf to sell again. It’ll probably take a while before they realize that its defective. Lol. Dewalt should’ve been focused on the progression their 20v tools instead of the digression we saw in 2019 with the atomic line.
Vards Uzvards
On one hand – some good feedback. The rest – I wouldn’t be proud to tell out loud about this little tool repair project of yours.
Do you have a story to share about your first tool / power tool? Any good memories? It’s a sharing season, after all! 😉
DC
I would use the recip saw to cut pallets I see at work being thrown away for the wood, cutting pipe (copper and PVC) along with a tube cutter for home repairs and cutting some hedges around the yard.
Jason. W
I first learned about toolguyd when looking for Black Friday deals like 4-5 years ago. It’s how I’ve learned most of my tool knowledge. I’d never heard of most of the things talked about and some of the brands were brand new to me. Toolguyd has helped me know what I really want in tools and to not be distracted by all the lingo and jargon used in advertisement.
I’d use the tool to cut stuff.
*Clears throat*
Milwaukee’s are red
Boschs are blue
DeWalts are yellow
nothing rhymes with yellow…
That’s why I buy Ryobi
The end
Scott K
I’d mostly use this for some small remodeling projects I have planned around the house and a few pallet projects I’d like to finish. I’d also pair it with an appropriate blade for minor landscape tasks (trimming/pruning). My first tool purchase was for a batch of Stanley starter tools (plier set, multi bit driver, and hex keys). They’ve served me well but are coming due for a refresh. I came to Toolguyd after stumbling upon EDCGuyd while looking for knife reviews (this is now one of the few sites I read daily).
Tool Junkie
I ‘bumped’ into your site about 5 years ago when looking for a deal. My first tool purchase that I recall was a large Craftsman toolbox w/ metric & SAE sockets in a metal case back in college. I thought that it was the thing that an adult with life ahead should have….
Ron
My first official tool was a circular saw my Dad bought me from JC Penney. I still have it in the box, though the box is a little the worse for wear. I will keep taping it up till it disintegrates.
Tom
Hi,
I would use this saw to help make a lot of my one handed tool cutting easier. I can hold a copper pipe in one hand and more accurately make the cut with the saw. Also when I am custom cutting on wood, I feel I would have better control with a smaller saw using one-handed or two-handed.
Julian
The design of the saw would make it very handy for cutting nails that are proud of studs during building and for demo use – cutting rows of nails in between studs to separate framing members. I think I first heard of Toolguyd from another tool forum like Festool forums or Fine homebuilding or Taunton press.
Thanks.
Scott Foley
DeWalt Atomic
Splodes back and forth like a bomb
Cuts through EVERYTHING
An explosive haiku brought to you in hopes for a free too’ – awesome giveaway, ToolGuyd!
mattd
The first power tool that I can remember I actually bought for myself was a cheap black and decker jigsaw (that I still have and occasionally use) I got it when I was a sophomore in college for about $10 as it was a display model, and used it for everything. I still suggest a jigsaw as a first power saw to young people as they can do pretty much anything.
Cory Graves
I’d use this to help run conduit
BuildingMech
An early buy was a Boy Scout folding four blade pocket knife with can opener, bottle opener and punch.
Stacey Jones
The first tool I can remember buying was a Harbor Freight flex ratcheting screwdriver. I’ve still got it and it’s great. I want to start learning woodworking, so I’m sure the reciprocating saw would be good once I figure out what it is for. In any case it looks like it would do a fine job of pruning my Maple trees.
Ghram Myers
Constantly needing tools while working on rebuilding our double wide trailer. Always something that is needing repairs. First tool I can ever remember buying was a craftsman wrench set from sears. Was soooooo many years ago but everyone always bragged that they were the best because of the quality & life time guarantee.
Kevin
I recently joined the trades, and I’d use this at work cutting pipe, wood, and whatever else was needed. It would be a huge help to have this on the job, and a financial relief as I intend to purchase one once I bounce back from Christmas.
Before I got into the trades, I started following a handful of people online (krugerconstruction, montreal_electric, toolpig, etc.) and stumbled upon toolguyd_stanley. These accounts were super helpful not only for the tips and tricks, but it showed me what a typical day in the life looked like. Once I was in the trades, I started to learn more about tools and deals via these accounts as well. It’s been a huge help for me, and I’ve also been able to share some of it with the journeymen I work with (without looking stupid!)
Clay
The first tool I remember buying was a tape measure at Sears when I was 18 for my summer job installing ducts.
Still have it.
pirate mike
A saw for sure would be used for good!
Im always tired lugging around the cord and the saw and the blades and the wrench to loosen the blade.
First real tool i bought for myself was a little 1/4 inch set of sockets from craftsman. Rode my bike to the store and bought the little box and put it in my backpack. Used for years and still being used on multiple continents when i travel for work.
Help me toolguyd you our only hope!
Mark Yancey
Not entering again, just trying to stop the notifications of all comments.
Tage Aston Rauen
I would use it to build fibonacci spiral meditation platforms in beautiful off grid energy vortices.
Robert Ziemba
I work as an HVAC installer, and am frequently working in wood framed buildings, either in New construction engineered truss buildings or older homes. I have to cut a lot of framing to make way for ductwork, and often a full size recipe saw is too unwieldy. The Milwaukee Hackzall looks great but I can’t get into a whole new system for one tool. This would be ideal.
Also,
Atomic recip:
Your form factor is the bomb.
Let me win this tool.
Robert
Im hoping to start remodeling my home this 2020 year. The atomic will come in handy when it comes to demo. The main reason im remodeling is so i can spend more time with my father. He loves working with his hands and has helped me immensely since i purchased my home 2 years ago. I would give my father the atomic. Thanks to you i was able to gift my father the Atomic oscillating tool for christmas.
The first tool I bought was a kobalt tool set. With it and the knowledge i had recieved from my father while i was away at college i was able to fix my mustang when problems arose so i could make it home for the holidays.
Thanks to you i purchased the Milwaukee 1/2 Stubby.
Working on a budget sucks but when I need to buy a tool i try to get something thats going to last as a buy it once and done deal. Thats hard on a budget. Thank you! You’ve saved me thousands. A couple extra buck for a better stronger tool and sometime time spending less then a cheap/knock off with a high failure rate. Thanks for all the HACKS and NUCLEAR EXPLOSIVE DEALS!
Brien
When I was a kid and first started in my carpentry career all of my Ryobi tools were stolen out of car. I did get some insurance money and replaced all of those tools with a Dewalt corded drill and a Dewalt circular saw. Still have both. Still use both… but I am mostly cordless now.
Jeremiah Petersen
First tool I ever bought was a rubber mallet I gave to my father in law for a Christmas present. For myself? My first significant purchase was a DeWalt drill/driver combo that I shopped and shopped for and finally landed on.
shane
I remember going to Home Depot at 6 a.m. when I was 23 and getting an 18V Dewalt drill w/2 batteries for probably $99. I felt like I’d won the lottery. If Tool Guyd had existed then I’d probably have made a wiser choice, but it’s still a great memory. Your hard work definitely causes me to spend money, but the investment always pays off when great tools make jobs go much more efficiently and produce a better result. Thanks again Stuart!
Daniel Lindley
I saw, do you see?
Hackity hack hack hack hack
I pull the trigger
Like a pistol grip
I mean, not really. At all.
My similes suck.
And, theres a reason
My metaphors are awesome
It cuts like diamonds
Ugh, a simile!
Maybe I cant write hikus.
Or anything, really.
With that in mind, I
Wonder. How does one write these?
Can we break the rules?
Can one ever rip
Up the structure? Or chop it
With a yellow saw?
I’m bored and off work
Have nothing better to do
Gimmie gimmie. Please.
Omar A
I would use the saw to cut up some old furnaces built into my houses foundation and remove them from a crawlspace, the one handed tool would make it a lot easier than my current dewalt.
I learned about you from my Google feed where you popped up for the first time, 6 months ago.
Jbongo
The first tool I remember buying is a Stanley Fatmax Antivibe 20 oz hammer. (I think I also bought a tape measure that trip). I was in college, and the summer camp I was going to be working at was going to be building decks and re-shingling roofs. It’s been an amazing hammer, and it’s still my main hammer after 10 years. My tape measure wasn’t so fortunate, as I lost it two years ago when we had a water line repaired.
Jason S
Would be of great use for small demo projects and plumbing projects.
Spencer Wurm
I would use the tool around the house for project such as plumbing. The first Dewalt tool I bought was a combo kit 20v drill and impact that I still use today. Thanks for the chance to win
JM
Since I have spent five days raking and shredding leaves I would go ATOMIC on those trees and trim the DeWalt out of them first .
Trocar
Im in the process of building my shop so that little gem would come in handy not only for the plumbing but pretty much any other aspect that I should have the time to conquer rather than sub out and any new tool I can aqcuire will be that much more I can tackle on my own.
Matt S
I found Toolguyd when I was looking for tool reviews, trying to parse the different lines and model numbers all the manufacturers use. I’d love to have this Atmoic saw for all the random projects around the house where a recip is the right tool, but the big 60v is an awful lot of saw. Thanks, Stuart!
Landon Young
Over the past 6-8 months, I’ve turned to ToolGuyd as my primary source for tool review, updates and sales. Though, I’m normally a Makita guy, it’s about time that I give yellow and black another chance.
Luie
I would give this to my dad to further build out his basic DeWalt kit.
Joe S
I would use this saw to remodel one of our bedrooms- right now it’s being used for storage, looking to turn it in to a playroom for my daughter/ guest room for out of town family. I discovered toolguyd last November, when we started remodeling another room in our house. Quickly became a website I check regularly for reviews and sales! I greatly appreciate all that you do. As a still inexperienced/ learning DIYer, this website has been a huge asset to me.
Brad
The first tool I remember buying was a Petzl LED headlamp and the first power tool was a Makita 18V drill/driver combo. Sure am grateful for the luxury that LEDs and Lithium ion batteries provide! And thanks to Stuart & Co. for keeping us well informed on the latest tools and where to find them!
Ed
Small yellow buzzy/ ferocious atomic cuts / where is my finger?
Ramon
I found your website looking for best multi tool.
Charlie
My first tool purchases were made using allowance money in August 1969; a Stanley claw hammer (since given to my eldest daughter) and a no-name adjustable wrench (still in use by me) and a pair of screwdrivers (since lost) to use while building theatrical sets and working on lights whilst in high school. This saw I would use in January to build a theatrical set for community theatre where I live. Yes, I just can’t give up the theatre.
Seth Goodson
My first tool was a 19.2V Craftsman drill and impact set for like $89. I had just gotten my drivers license and drove over to the next town to Sears to buy it. Thought I was the stuff. Sold it a little later when I stepped up to a 18V DeWalt cordless hammer drill. My dad went half’s with me on it. I have been addicted to buying tools ever since.
Austin
I recently purchased my first Dewalt 20v tool, and am slowly phasing out my old black and decker stuff. This would be a great addition to my toolbox. I mostly use reciprocating saws for demolition jobs and small metal cutting operations.
Vards Uzvards
Dad was a skilled woodworker, a cabinetmaker. But I didn’t see much of him, and had to learn tool basics on my own, mostly in secondary school.
My first tool – cross-peen hammer, with continental pattern – got it from my Grandma’s kitchen drawer. I was allowed to do whatever I wanted with it, thus had a lot of fun with nails of different sizes (inherited a well-organized box of nails and wood screws; finger tips heal quickly when you’re a kid). As a teenager used several axes and hatchets, to cut wood for the stoves. In the wood shop class learned how to use a deep throat coping, compass and a regular hand saw. Then got acquainted with a hack saw, to work on a thin metal pieces.
First tool I bought when about 13 y.o. – small electrician’s pliers, which I broke a few days later while trying to cut a thick steel wire, aiding it with the aforementioned hammer. I learned something that day! 🙂 My first “power” tool was a double-pinion hand drill. Used it a lot, drilling wood, some metal, and even some old bricks in the wall (with “pobedit”, a kind of carbide, drill bits).
For the last 3+ years am reading Toolguyd on a regular basis. Learned a lot from the posts, and multiple comments.
Thank you very much – Stuart, Benjamen and Ben – for your tireless work on this site! And Happy Holidays to everyone hanging around!
Jaret Freeland
Awesome site! Awesome give away! This saw would make a great edition to my 20v line up the one handed cutting will make short work of tree trimming and anything else I can find cut!
Mopar4wd
I found this site in an image search actually. I was researching Makita tools and came across an image of a makita backpack battery I think that led me to the site.
ACC
First tool: Harbor Freight oscillating tool, single-speed model. It worked not great for a bit and then not at all, leading to my second tool, and my third, and so on, and so on.
Probable Uses: Plumbing, electrical, any recip-saw cutting in a cramped area or on a ladder, pruning and landscaping.
Haiku: Up high on ladders
Under sinks and in tight spots
Yellow tool saws all
Hunter Sykes
I would use the saw to help build a camper trailer they my family is working on building.
The first tool that I purchased for myself was a Speedglas welding helmet with an integrated hard hat and respirator. I purchased it because I was building a horse feeder for my family out of galvanized pipe and a normal respirator did not work with the welding helmet that we had.
I found toolguyd when I was trying to figure out what company owned which brands. About 2 years ago.
I am still indescisive about wether to go with Milwaukee or Dewalt tools, and would love some thoughts from people who have owned both. I have previously used Ridgid brand tools.
Chris Gutierrez
Well since it’s quite late there will be no poem. But I have been eyeing the compact saw for use on automotive repair/customization.
A lot of times the full size saw is too big and I haven’t convinced myself to get a small air saw….this might be the perfect solution.
Also as a side note my DeWalt 20v collection started 9 years ago this Christmas with a gift from my now wife.
MarkC
I would use this saw to trim my trees and remove my old cedar deck. This looks like a very handy size saw that I could use quite a bit being that it’s light and compact.
Clayton Wilson
I’m currently still using my Dewalt 18volt xrp reciprocating saw with the 20volt adaptor, because it still works and just wont bite the dust after many many years of use and abuse. An atomic reciprocating saw would be a welcomed addition to my 20v collection.
My father in-law introduced me to Toolguyd a few years ago, and I’ve followed the site almost daily every since.
I don’t recall my first ever tool purchase, but my first memorable purchase was an 800+pc Craftsman Mechanics Tool Set in 2000. It was the most money I’d ever spent on tools, as I was only about 18yrs old. I sure do miss the Craftsman USA made products.
Jon VanSchoick
Tool would be used for a variety of tasks, enjoy reading your content.
mike
well; I´m a large dewalt fan;
I have more than 80 cordless tools;
this one is missing
I would use it to build a media wall and part of a deck
cheers
Joe Vic
I will use the saw as my primary cordless saw since a dont have one for small cutting projects. I was looking for tools reviews and came across toolguyd since it has been on my fav tab in my browser.
Angel
My first Dewalt tool set was a 14.4 volt drill and saw combo. I was 20 and started building shelves and small cabinets for my parents. I was was working through college and couldn’t afford to pay for it outright so I put it on layaway going at my local Ace Hardware. Some time I met my future wife and as we were seeing each she finished paying for the combo set and gifted it to me. I still have that set. It’s old an the batteries don’t work no more but the sentimental value is priceless.
David
I’m starting to work on my new house, and this would be a pretty major upgrade from the Harbor Freight model I’ve used in the past. As I slowly upgrade specific tools to DeWalt models it would b me quite handy for the room build-outs I’ll be doing!
As always – thanks for doing these!
Fernando
I would use this for window installation
Moose Bergonzi
I would use the saw for my family carpentry business. I’m teaching my kids carpentry do they have done great life skills. There’s a lot of tight spaces that this would be great for.
J., Homeowner
I don’t have a cute comment, just a big thank you to Stuart for all the energy he invests in ToolGuyd.
I decided to buy into the Dewalt 20v line this past holiday shopping season. ToolGuyd was my go to source for deals. I was able to stretch my dollars a lot further thanks to Stuart’s legwork.
There are some tools that I didn’t yet add to my kit. A reciprocating saw is one of them. I’m in the midst of a home remodel right now, so this saw would be put to work immediately.
Rocky
I would use the saw to cut the 1970’s wall wood paneling just below the crown molding and just above the base board in our den remodel. That allows for no damage to the ceiling and wood floors (whom were installed after the base board was put it) to be untouched. Being able to cut flush with the molding and base board will allow the seam finish to be even and perfect. It will also be used to cut out around electrical boxes.
Thanks for the chance!
Javier M.
As an electrician I would use it all day to cut conduit and pvc pipes, I cant remember how I got to toolguyd but my firts quality tool purchase was because of you haha, you posted a deal about a knipex plier and I bought it.. my quality tool addiction started that day
Dave
I don’t currently have a reciprocating saw so this would be great to have and help me with many home repairs.
Bobby
I’d use the reciprocating saw for chopping up pallets, trimming trees, cutting PVC pipe. I’ve also cut down smaller trees around my yard with a recip saw and it works great!
Richard Simon
This would be a quick grab tool for working with PVC or brass pipes. The other big use would be quick pruning; times when I had a few 2-4″ branches and didn’t want to use the chainsaw. I am already heavily into a mix of 20V and 60V Dewalt so this would be a good addition to the collection.
Phil V
First tool I remember purchasing was probably a ratcheting screwdriver kit. Still have it but I prefer regular drivers these days.
Chad Worley
My first tool was the corded respricating saw from dewalt 15yrs ago. I replaced a rotten floor in a mobil home with this saw. So a new cordless saw would be awesome to add to my cordless dewalt drills.
Dan Stuhlsatz
I am updating to 20 volt DeWalt tools and this would be a great addition
JB
I would use the saw to cut PVC pipes and prune branches. My hackzall is my favorite and most used tool, but it is on its last legs and badly needs a replacement!
David V
Box arrives
What did you order
Social win
Steve Garvin
I would use this around my property on trees and also miscellaneous chicken coop building!
Happy New Year! Steve.
Eric Hanson
My journey with ToolGuyD started as a post about Wera toolkit. Been made aware of many deals since then and taken advantage of a few but still appreciate the exposure to wera products the most! thank you for that.
Dermot
Have looked at this in the depot as I would like one but have not been able to purchase yet. Would be nice to win one.
Tim D.
The first tools I remember purchasing were some popular mechanics deep metric sockets when I was 16. I bought them to go with the shallow socket set my dad deemed it was okay for me to borrow while working on my car/stereo. I still have those sockets in my car, 22 years later.
I’d love to have a powered hacksaw. I used to think they were kind of pointless, but I’ve found myself using a regular hacksaw a lot more than usual lately, and I’d love to give one of these a go.
I found Toolguyd one year at black friday searching for good deals. I’ve been back most days for several years now.
Thanks for the opportunity and the content.
Bob B.
I would use the saw to complete my screen porch renovation.
Nathan C.
This saw would be perfect for cutting through roots while digging holes for caissons.
Bob
I found toolguyd randomly thru a tool review lookup on Google 2 years ago. Nice site and thanks for the thorough reviews and deal finds. My wife has been down with a hip replacement and necrosis most of the year so we didn’t to holidays this year. I don’t deserve anything but why not try since DeWalt is my go to tools on my farm. Thank you for the chance
A W
I’m glad DeWalt is coming out with more niche products. Years ago when I was deciding which brand to buy into, Milwaukee’s one handed hackzall was an important consideration. The M18 rocket tower has been another really useful tool on that platform.
If I was starting out today, it would be a tough choice between red and yellow.
Ray
First I would find the thinnest kerf possible and clean between my damn teeth. Then cut stuff.
Elbert Cordova
My first power tool was a reversible drill. I was 9-10 yrs old, my twin brother and I received a Honda Trail 90 and we wanted to do our own work on the bike, so we split wood, walked horses to water everyday after school in make money to buy the drill. We saved $30.00, bought the drill and bits. That experience was so rewarding and is a memory that we share to this day.
Tim C
New homeowner slowly building a tool collection. I already own a few Dewalt tools such as a drill, impact driver and oscillating multitool (bought based off Stuart’s deal alert). However, I don’t have any electric saws yet. The only thing I have to cut wood is an old bow saw my aunt gave me. This tool would really save my shoulder.
I first visited Toolguyd from a link on Garage Journal. This was probably around the same time I bought my first tool, an old SK 45170, from eBay. Both were in 2016 I think.
Thanks, Stuart!
FirmFoundationsSTL
I have followed Toolguyd for years after I think finding out about it through the now defunct Toolmonger blog if I remember correctly.
One of the first tool purchases I remember really being a part of was helping my mother pick out a Craftsman Compound Miter Saw for Father’s Day after having borrowed one from friends for our swing set project. Probably about the age of 10, though I remember regular trips to Sears all growing up.
Theron Krusling
I would use it to replace my broken m12 1st gen hackzall (third one, they’re junk) that i use to cut and repair plumbing in tight horrible spots. Inside cabinets, behind bathtubs on slabs. and work on roofs where the smallest tools are great for a bucket on a rope to bring up through the ladder hatch.
Chris Foote
It would go straight into my arsenal for home repairs, plumbing, electrical, drywall, and I’m sure several other things a handy man does. Could definitely use something a little more compact and cordless. I have the old school corded big mamma gamma. The first tool I remember purchasing was a Great Neck 101pc socket set and a kobalt 1/2 corded electric impact wrench which I still own after almost 20 years. I don’t really use it but tons of memories building things. Thanks for Reading and your consideration.
Pascal
I would use the saw for cutting branches since my lopper broke and I haven’t purchased a replacement. Anywhere I don’t need a full size saw, I’ll happily bust out this little saw.
Austin
This little saw and a scraper blade will knock that pesky ice off of the windshield in the morning.
Edward
Aside from the plethora of practical applications for a compact lightweight cordless saw, one of the most enjoyable “uses” is the surefire icebreaker effect of showing up on a job site with brand new yellow tool. It always gets noticed and everyone wants to know how well it works and how much one paid for it. In this case I would be happy to report to any curious onlookers that the price was “cut” dramatically.
K McCauley
After some light internet searching, I found it. My first tool that I got as a gift. It was my birthday, and I think I was in the 5th grade at the time. My Aunt came to my party at a rock climbing gym and needed help carrying some things in. One of these items being this strange, teal plastic box that I had never seen anything like it before. When I asked what it was, my Aunt (who was also very handy and I would watch her woodwork) had said not to worry about it, it was just a cooler with some extra ice in it. Not thinking anything of it, I shrugged and finished helping her so I could get back to the climbing walls.
When it came to present time, I was handed this teal “cooler” and was told to open it. Being confident that there was only ice in there, I said that it was okay, I know how coolers work. Prompted to open it again, I agreed so we could move things along, but when I did, I was in total shock. Expecting to find ice, instead I found a Makita 5620D 6-1/2″ Circular Saw that I could use to start my own projects with my Aunt’s help.
This was a huge moment for me, since it was my first power tool, and something that I won’t forget.
Robert
I would use it under sinks and in tight quarters when I needed to cut pipes.
The first tool I ever used was a screwdriver. I literally didn’t know what a drill was (I was 11), and I needed to hang a dartboard in a tree house, so I grabbed a screw and a screw driver and proceeded to hand screw it into the plywood. I remember it taking forever and my forearms were worn out, but I got it done.
Lesson learned: Having the right tool can make or break the job.
Thanks Stuart and Happy New Year!
Lauren
Can’t say I need it, but I’d be curious which I’d prefer compared to the DCS387B I already own. I’d pass on the charger/battery/saw I like less to my brother for his home improvement projects. The compact saw I own was great removing all the bushes and brush along the fence line, and even impressed my dad who helped me replace a door. It also worked well fixing my irrigation system. I have two more doors to replace and a new door opening to cut, among other things that pop up in a 65 year old home.
Anyway, thanks for the deals and reviews. Been reading since black friday 4-5 years ago. I appreciate the price tracking the most. Now to find a deal on the channellocks santa didn’t bring me.
Daniel
I would use this tool on the job site. I love the sawzall, and wouldn’t mind having a nicer one like this.
Paul clark
I’d use this to help my daughter make a Santa’s sleigh and reindeer for our yard. Been putting it off because my cordless sawzall will constantly need charged for this task.
Ryan E
2×4’s would fly,
All-thread would shiver,
If I had this tool in my quiver.
Thanks for always posting the deals! Toolguyd is awesome. -Ryan E
Jerry reid
I would use this to help me remodel my bathroom . My first tool was this old old Craftsman screwdriver set my father gave to me. I still have it and don’t use it..but it’s there.
I found your site via Reddit /YouTube and now I read it every week.
EC Warner
I was struggling what brand of cordless tools to sink my hard-earned cash into for now and future use. Toolguyd provided the best unbiased yet informative info to make me confident in my purchase.
Tyler C
I would use this to help remodel the house and garage my wife and I recently bought.
Jeremy
I would use this for home remodels. I just started my first solo, house flip, and have been slowly building up to better tools. This would fit right in.
bigiron
First tool I remember buying was a craftsman socket set in 1984. They don’t build them like they used to!
Love the DeWalt colors and quality.
Roger33
I would use this tool in my wine grape vineyard at pruning time, not to mention the never ending repair jobs on buildings and equipment it takes to keep this old place operating at a loss.
Heather
Atomic saw
helpful to me, I could
use at job, you see
Patrick T
This would be great for a window sill that I need to replace. I’ve been looking for something that would be easier to use on a ladder than my big, corded, Sawzall.
First real tool I got was a cheap Black and Decker kit that included an 18v NiCad drill, hammer, pliers, level, screw driver, adjustable wrenches…. in other words a starter kit that was perfect for my first apartment. Everything from that kit has been replaced over the years, though I still have the hammer and one of the adjustable wrenches that I keep in the garage.
Mac
I’d use it for trimming trees and brush on the volunteer trail crew I help out…or give it to my neighbor…he’s got some DeWalt tools…but they are all the old battery style and he’s struggling with the adapter he has…one adapter and many tools and batteries don’t make for much fun.
DannyK
I think I heard about toolguyd first from reddit.
Lesley Washington
As a preschool educator and with limited funding to purchase new furniture for my classroom, I thought how could I make a few benches. I had no idea where to start, and began my search on Google where I found your reviews and videos a great source for a novice DIY’er. My first tool purchase in 2019 was a ryobi impact drill. I made three 36″ long benches approximately 12″ high. Of course I had the wood cut at my hardware store, but with patience I excitedly introduced them to a group of 3-4 year olds who love them. Within the same week, I purchased a sander, and a 10″ compound miter saw to begun my quest as a DIY’er. I am proud to say my accomplishments to date are making a teepee cozy nook for my foster son, two flip top desks, a 4×6 table for my classroom to use in the art area, and lastly for my foster son a small sitting table with a bookshelf.
Excitedly this November I purchased my first table saw, because my local hardware store does not cut anything less than 12″ which makes it difficult to cut long strips.
If I won the reciprocating saw, I would use it for quick cuts on some of my projects, pruning trees, and cutting branches to create my classroom natural tree branch arch, with fairy lights that would be used as an entryway for our fairy land and dramatic play kitchen.
Melvin V
I do volunteer work at my local habitat for humanity and this would be extremely useful. I currently use a cheap genesis multitool but holly cow that tool is quite loud and overheats frequently.
I found you googling for Dewalt multitool saws
Joe H
First heard of you when I was looking for tools for my first construction job. Been following this site since then. If any of my friends, family, or coworkers have questions about tools, I tell them ToolGuyd is my go to source for new tools and tool reviews.
As for the this saw…it would be replacing my current reciprocating saw that I use for electrical work. This one would be much easier and safer for cutter electrical tubing. Also would be nice to have around for trimming a few trees in my yard.
Allen
I could use this to practice open heart surgery in my garage.
Eric H
The first power tool I purchased was a Black and Decker 14.4V drill kit. The kit was a homeowner bundle sold at a warehouse store. It died a few years ago but I was able to reuse the drill chuck and shaft on an old Craftsman drill guide. Old drill guides required the drill be disassembled to use the chuck on the guide and the shaft of the drill screwed into the guide. Now I can use the guide with my cordless drill, no disassembly required.
AC
got a soffet to demo and could really use this. or maybe to breakdown the Christmas tree. How ’bout it?
Alan
I will use it to build a new shed come summer. Along with tree trimming and a future bathroom remodel.
DT Newton
I’d love to use this for making cutouts for plumbing, in my day-job use. In my after hours use, I could help a friend fix up a building for his auction house business.
I came across ToolGuyd thru Google one day, looking for info on the dewalt 20v tools.
Don Meredith
I’ve been working on a playhouse for the kids back in the edge of the woods for a few weeks now. Dropping cords back there is a real pain and making the project take forever. I’d LOVE to have this battery kit!!
I’ve been following ToolGuyd for a long time now. I’m not 100% sure how I first found you but I love your coverage. Keep up the great work!
Sarah S
If I won I would give this to my husband. He has been working on building a playground for our kids in the backyard. This would definitely come in handy!
Eric
I would use this tool to cut some trim boards while installing some tile in some rooms in our house. The first tool I purchased was a dremel multi tool 20 years ago.
Emily March
I look down in shame
at my 21st century
American hands,
always hanging limply
from my body,
suffocating in boxes of manmade light
until suppertime,
or else idling soulless
ready to line up straight
in the automatic performance
of machinery,
and wonder,
what are they good for now?
In centuries prior,
the American hands
comprised half the glory:
Creased with dirt,
they followed the grain of wood
to measure the life of a forest;
They faced the sun’s warmth at dawn
to grip the blade which cuts through iron;
they dug into the earth,
taking hold of its soul to beg,
let us build.
Rudy Garza
this would make a great addition to the other dewalt tools i own, I’m currently doing rehabs, house flips…came accross your website googling tool reviews
Ken
I would use this to finally replace a half broken and underpowered green branded cordless model I use mostly for pruning and cutting around my yard.
First tool I remember purchasing was a #1 tip cross recessed screwdriver when i must have been 5 or so. I was so happy to have my own screwdriver… still have it and use it to this day.
Sam Greenfield
I’m in contract on a 100+ year-old house! We should close in March, and I’m excited to do a lot of projects on the new property!
Joe
I’d use it around the house just fixing up stuff. I joined team yellow just this christmas and can’t wait to get started!
Ed Ski
I would use this to accidentally cut wiring or hidden pipes. I would use this to satisfy my spouse, that with her “special attachment” can outlast those lame 12v and 18v models. I would use this to trim firewood-kindling because you know, its cold outside and a saw is too slow. I would replace my Makita AntiVibe Saw because that one is not cordless.
Mike L
The Atomic Saw
Limb-cutting son of a bitch
talking about trees
David Funk
Would have used it today on some plumbing, that I found in a wall after cutting out the foundation for an egress window. As for the the first tools I remember purchasing, this would be a Craftsman mechanics tool set. Still have it neatly organized in a box I purchase a few years later.
JH
True story: I was googling for reviews/info on this tool when I found this site a few months ago. As for use, I sometimes need to cut 2.5″ pvc and a one hand recip would make the job easier.
netbrad
There’s an incomplete fort made out of leftover deck materials that requires attention as well as some tree pruning. Would make a great replacement for a corded Ryobi I have. I can work further out in the yard or even take it camping to make short work of kindling for firewood.
Timmy C
This little saw would come handy cutting thicker shrub pieces that my chainsaw cant get to. Tried using shears which was a total pain in the a**. Tried using my $20 Harbor Freight recip only to drop 100 f-bombs from the extension cord getting tangled in anything and everything! Id love this little saw!