Milwaukee 6538-21 15.0 Amp Super Sawzall Reciprocating Saw

by Milwaukee

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

The 15.0 amp super Sawzall reciprocating saw is a fast, durable reciprocating saw. It is the first Sawzall reciprocating saw to include constant power technology, which maintains constant speed and power under load for unmatched cutting performance. The 15.0 amp motor provides the industry's highest overload protection. The patented gear protecting clutch extends gear and motor life by absorbing high impact forces caused by sudden blade lock-ups. The patented counter balance mechanism reduces user vibration.

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 14 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B0017H5MQC
• Item model number: 6538-21
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (40 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,860 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #7 in Home Improvement > Power & Hand Tools > Power Tools > Saws > Reciprocating Saws

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

31 of 32 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Super Sawsall, March 30, 2009

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Deborah Hall (Maine) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Milwaukee 6538-21 15.0 Amp Super Sawzall Reciprocating Saw (Tools & Home Improvement)

I have been using my sawsall for heavy pruning work recently and the super sawsall did not disappoint me. I don't own a chainsaw and only the length of the sawsall blade limited the size of the limb I could cut up. The balance on the saw is comfortable and 15 amps cuts through just about anything (no loss of power or effective recipricating action). I also use this sawsall for more standard construction demo and rough framing work. It has more than enough power for construction needs. It is very rare that I wish I could turn the head of my saw for easier cutting access (and there is always another way), but it is common that I require enough power for heavy cutting needs. I'm glad I purchased the 15 amp saw! I'm hoping it lasts as long as my last super sawsall (on and off for 19 years)......Only (1) complaint...and a big one (that is easy to fix by the manuf)...The case doesn't have enough room for a lot of blade storage. I carry multiple sizes and types on the job and the case doesn't leave enough room after the saw is stored for more than a small number of blades. If milwaukee just made the case a bit roomier, I would be really happy! I would even by a new case if Milwaukee redesigned it and the price was reasonable.

21 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great, heavy-duty saw, August 27, 2009

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Zippo (California) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Milwaukee 6538-21 15.0 Amp Super Sawzall Reciprocating Saw (Tools & Home Improvement)

This is the saw to use for heavy-duty, demanding work.

We bought this 120VAC powered saw for a particularly demanding demolition situation. We had to sawzall dozens and dozens of metal pipes (up to 6" diameter SCH 80) and associated supports for 3 days straight. Other removal options were not open to us on this particular job. Saw has excellent performance, it's as smooth as these saws can be, and very powerful. [Our 28V battery powered saw gives great performance, but it's not really intended for hours and hours of use, even with multiple batteries]

I've found Milwaukee stuff is usually well-thought out, ruggedly built, and gives good service life. Like with many high-end tools, this high level of performance comes at a price, but for us, it's well worth it.

If you need a heavy-duty, industrial/commercial/professional grade sawzall this is it. Highly recommended.

25 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best Sawzall Yet, February 23, 2010

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padrick (Pleasant Hill, CA USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Milwaukee 6538-21 15.0 Amp Super Sawzall Reciprocating Saw (Tools & Home Improvement)

A bought my first Milwaukee Sawzall around 1980. I think they were around 5 amps then. (I still have it kept in reserve.) I then moved up to a Super Sawzall around 1989 and rarely used my old one because the `Super' version was so much better (Although it was bigger and heavier). It ran flawlessly with exception of brush and cord replacements for many years. It went down around a year and a half ago at which time I bought the latest incarnation of the Super version.

I was a little put off by a few of the reviews I saw saying they are now made in Taiwan and are plastic and cheaper. But I bought it anyway. Over the years I had tried a few other brands that were out on jobs and they were all 'junk' compared to the Milwaukees.

After using this latest 15 amp version of the Milwaukee Sawzall I am impressed with the extreme power, smoothness (low vibration), speed, and lighter weight. A superior experience from a superior line of industrial grade portable power tools.

This has been the best Sawzall yet.