Bosch 1587AVSP Progressor Top-Handle Jig Saw Kit

by Bosch

Product Description

Amazon.com Review

Bosch invented the jig saw, and, with their Progressor top-handle model, they're getting close to perfecting it. The Progressor has a nicely shaped handle, tapered where other saws are not, and a nice rubber grip that lets users (of all hand sizes) steer the tool firmly in hand. (Some toolmakers ignore ergonomics, but not Bosch--and we appreciate it.) The safety mechanism works well with the trigger, and the cut is super smooth. We like the variable-speed dial, the light weight, and the foot plate's plastic cover, which ensures that surfaces won't get scratched as they can by saws with metal plates. The blade-change system--if a little tricky at first--works great. No question about it, this jig saw keeps up Bosch's reputation as one of the prime movers in the power tool industry. --Michael Shilling

Product Details

Product Manual [699kb PDF]

• Shipping Weight: 10 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0000223GF
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: 1587AVSP
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (106 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #134,237 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #76 in Home Improvement > Power & Hand Tools > Power Tools > Saws > Jig Saws

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

144 of 146 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best Jigsaw I've ever owned, bar none, November 17, 1999

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Craig J. Bisgeier "Dark Territory" (New Jersey) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Bosch 1587AVSP Progressor Top-Handle Jig Saw Kit (Tools & Home Improvement)

I have owned a lot of jigsaws in my life, but this is easily the best I've ever had. It is powerful, easy to use, cuts through wood like butter. Blade replacement is simple with no tools necessary, just wind and unwind the crank at the top. I don't know how it works but it works great! The blade can be set to cycle in a oval up/down, forward/back motion, which is great for fast wood cutting, or set to run up and down only for precise work. The bottom plate is strong, heavy metal and doesn't bend out out of shape from the pounding. For really fine work, the plastic sole can be changed out so as not to mar expensive woods. And the Progressor blades it works with just chew up wood like you wouldn't believe with straight, clean edges. It's a little heavy but there isn't much vibration and it's comfortable to hold on long cutting jobs. I think it's a great tool, I recommend it very highly!

76 of 77 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This is One Amazing Saw, June 1, 2000

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Matthew Schenker (Western Massachusetts) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Bosch 1587AVSP Progressor Top-Handle Jig Saw Kit (Tools & Home Improvement)

I have lately become a big fan of Bosch power tools. The company really excels in the area of saws and routers. After buying the Bosch 10" slide compound miter saw (see my review there), I decided to also buy the "Progressor." I am very happy I did. This saw cuts through 3/4" plywood like the wood isn't even there -- no exaggeration. I use it to do rough cross-cuts and rips, and it performs beautifully. The edge it leaves is very smooth. With a steady hand, you can cut perfect lines; it's pretty easy to keep the saw moving in a straight line. It's got a very convenient dust-blower that keeps the sawdust away from the line you're cutting, which helps make it even easier to cut nice straight lines. The trigger system allows you to very easily adjust the saw's speed -- just pull the trigger a little more or let up a little bit and the saw responds perfectly. The saw comes with a great set of "progressor" blades for different types of materials, and the saw has easy-to-use switches for setting the saw to cut different materials. The blade-changing system is something that I know people complain about with the Bosch, but, honestly, it's not difficult to master it, and the blade clearly "clicks" into place so you know it's in. Finally, the metal case that comes with the saw is actually useful (unlike many other cases that come with power tools). From beginning to end, I really can't think of a single negative aspect of this saw. It gets my strong recommendation.

54 of 54 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Simply the Best, July 25, 2000

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Cliff Hutson "The Marmot" (Southern California) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Bosch 1587AVSP Progressor Top-Handle Jig Saw Kit (Tools & Home Improvement)

I have owned a couple of jigsaws over the years. Neither worked well and therefor I never had much opinion of the jigsaw as tool per se. Frequently, I would reach for my old keyhole saw and work by hand rather than deal with what I thought was an inferior tool. The problem was I just did not have the right jigsaw.

The Bosch 1587AVSP "Progressor" may quite simply be one of the best tools ever to come off a production line. With the wide assortment of blades included in this kit I have cut through a variety of materials (wood, aluminum, and steel) with the greatest of ease. It has wonderful power and the variable speed allows control in any situation. I will now be reaching for it rather than my circular saw or handsaws.

A few people have commented that the "clic" blade changing system is tricky. It is true that it is not very intuitive. Nevertheless, after the first three times, the old adage "practice makes perfect" was true again and, it is second nature to me now.

I read somewhere that, after a good cordless drill, a jigsaw should be the homeowner's second power tool purchase. The price of this saw might seem expensive to someone who plans to use it only occasionally. However, it will pay for itself by increasing productivity and lowering the frustration that will be encountered using lesser saws. If you can fit in your budget, you will not be disappointed in your purchase.