Amazon.com Review
Anyone who has tried working with a Sawzall in cramped quarters and making cuts in confined spaces will appreciate the Hatchet's multiposition folding handle, which reduces the tool's length to a mere 13 inches. While this is a truly innovative design for a reciprocating saw, the fact that this is also the first cordless Sawzall with a vibration-reducing counterbalance mechanism should not be overlooked. This is a feature many of us have been waiting to see in the cordless Sawzall, and it is especially appreciated in uncomfortably close quarters, where any extra vibration and shock just makes your job more difficult. The Hatchet also has a different trigger configuration than other reciprocating saws. When the handle is folded, it feels like a cordless-drill grip and trigger, and when the saw is extended to its full length, it feels like the barrel grips found on grinders. This trigger setup is great when the handle is folded, but not as ideal when the tool is at its full length and being used like a traditional Sawzall. As with Milwaukee's other Sawzalls, this one features the excellent tool-free blade-changing system that reverses the blade when needed, and it has a fully adjustable pivoting shoe. The Hatchet's tough motor provides 2,700 strokes per minute, comparable to other top-of-the-line cordless reciprocating saws, and the tool uses the same reversible 18-volt Power Plus battery as other Milwaukee cordless tools. This kit comes with the Hatchet, a 2.4 amp-hour battery pack, a carrying case, a universal charger, and two blades. For remodelers, plumbers, and electricians, we think there's no better cordless reciprocating saw available.
--Brian Trinen
From the Manufacturer
Milwaukee has taken the reciprocating saw to a new level with the Milwaukee 6514-21 18-Volt Sawzall Hatchet. The 6514-21 features a 6-position pivoting handle, making it the most compact, unique, reciprocating saw on the market. Only 13 inches when fully pivoted, the Hatchet easily fits between 16 inches on center studs and between rafters and joists. The 6514-21 is designed to get into those confined areas that other saws – corded or cordless – can’t reach. It’s the only cordless reciprocating saw that features orbital action, which is perfect for aggressive wood cutting, or just switch it into straight reciprocating action for cutting metals and plastics.
The high torque necessary for tough cutting applications is supplied by the 6514-21’s Milwaukee-built, rare-earth, permanent magnet motor. Producing an impressive 0-2,700 strokes per minute, the 6514-21 cuts up to 85 2x4s on a single charge! The exclusive reversible battery pack, together with a keyless adjustable shoe and 3/4-inch stroke length, makes the 6514-21 Hatchet the ultimate tool for remodeling, general construction and demolition work. The steel Quik-Lok blade clamp accepts universal 1/2-inch shank Sawzall blades without the need of a hex key. The blade clamp will accept blades upside down for close quarter cutting.
The 2.4-amp per hour battery delivers more run time and is compatible with all other Milwaukee 18-volt Power Plus tools. The universal 1-hour charger can be used to charge any Milwaukee Power Plus Battery.
The Milwaukee 6514-21 18-Volt Sawzall Hatchet is an essential tool for HVAC contractors, plumbers, electricians, maintenance workers and remodelers. The Milwaukee 6514-21 18-Volt Sawzall Hatchet Kit includes the Hatchet, 2.4 amp per hour battery pack, carrying case, universal charger and 2-blade pack. Product Features:
- 18-volt, 2.4-amp per hour, Power Plus battery for long run time
- Orbital action selector for aggressive wood cutting or straight reciprocating action for metal and plastics
- Powerful 18-volt rare earth motor easily handles all Sawzall applications
- Cuts up to 85 2x4s on a single charge
