Black & Decker JS200 Variable Speed Jigsaw with Sightline

by Black & Decker

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Black & Decker's variable speed jig saw has a unique Sightline channel for improved visibility of the cut line. It includes a blade support roller for accurate cuts which make the JS200 jigsaw a excellent choice for almost any application. The saw also uses a dust blower to remove debris from the cut line and contains a blade storage compartment for extra blades. 3.2 amp, 800-3,200 spm

Product Description

3.5A, Variable Speed Jig Saw With Quick Clamp, Patented Sightline&tmreg. Channel Improves Visibility To Cut Line & Improves Accuracy, Exclusive Quick Clamp&tmreg. Tool Free Bade Change For Quick & Easy Blade Changes, Blade Roller Support Provides Accurate Cuts & Extends Blade Life, Blade Storage Compartment For On-Board Blade Storage, Dust Blower Clears Debris From Cut Line & Improves Accuracy, Conveniently Designed Lock-On Button Reduces Fatigue, Contoured 2-Finger Variable Speed Switch Provides Controllable Cutting.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 2.9 x 11.1 inches ; 3.6 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 3.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0000302UV
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: JS200
• Average Customer Review: 2.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #70,554 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #49 in Home Improvement > Power & Hand Tools > Power Tools > Saws > Jig Saws
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

33 of 39 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars No where near the best, January 3, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Black & Decker JS200 Variable Speed Jigsaw with Sightline (Tools & Home Improvement)

I was expecting a better product from black and decker. It is light and tends to move quiet a bit while using it (leading to not so straight edges). The variable saw speed button is very sensitive and requires a lot of control (and setting it to a fixed speed is rather hard). Overall its not worth buying.

9 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars very pleased with this product!, December 2, 2001

By 

sean kuhn (Newark, DE USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Black & Decker JS200 Variable Speed Jigsaw with Sightline (Tools & Home Improvement)

I would like to say how pleased I am with this saw. The feel and weight was perfect. I also liked the power and the ease of control it had. I also liked the feature of the sight line, which made it very easy to see where you are cutting. The added built in storage case for your blades was a plus! Only thing I wished it came with, is a carrying case.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Put your $$ toward something else..., October 30, 2011

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J. Laney (Idaho, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Black & Decker JS200 Variable Speed Jigsaw with Sightline (Tools & Home Improvement)

I made the mistake of snatching one of these up for a little project I had going... I didn't need anything heavy duty, just a little jigsaw for the occasional weekend project... boy do I regret this purchase.

The thing won't hold a saw-blade to save it's life! I have used many a jigsaw, and followed instructions on installation for this model... no go. I was using the official Black and Decker saw blades as well... terrible. It was unsafe and extremely unsettling to have the blade pop out after just a few strokes.

In addition, the unit feels flimsy and cheap, though if a blade would stay in, it seemed to have a decent amount of power. I knew I should have stayed away when selecting my jigsaw at a local store I noted that 8-10 boxes seemed to have been opened and re-taped... I now know they were most likely all returns.

I will be steering clear of this brand name from now on.