Makita 4351FCT Barrel Grip Jig Saw with L.E.D. Light

Thursday, March 29, 2012

Product Details

Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 2.9 x 8.2 inches ; 9 pounds
Shipping Weight: 9.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
ASIN: B0013E4AKI
Item model number: 4351FCT

By : Makita
List Price : ~~$322.00~~
Price : $174.21
You Save : $147.79 (46%)

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description
Makita's Barrel Grip Jig Saw, Model 4351FCT, combines power and superior feel with substantially less vibration and noise for improved cutting performance. The 4351FCT features a barrel-grip design for closer-to-work cutting.

4351FCT Features
ACCURACY - Built-in L.E.D. lightCONTROL - Variable speed dial (800 - 2,800 SPM) and electronic speed controlVERSATILITY - 3 orbital settings plus straight cutting for cutting a variety of materialsPERFORMANCE - Anti-vibration technology and dynamically-balanced motor reduce vibration by over 40%INCLUDES - Six blades, anti-splintering device, cover plate, wrench and tool case

Tool Specifications
Length of Stroke
1"
Max. Cutting CapacityWood at 90°
5-5/16"
Max. Cutting CapacitySteel at 90°
3/8"
Strokes per minute
800 - 2,800
AMPS (115V)
6.3
Overall length
10-3/4"
Net weight
5.5 lbs.Makita-Built MotorThe 4351FCT has three orbital settings plus straight cutting, powered by a Makita-built 6.3 AMP motor. The electronic variable speed control (800 - 2,800 SPM) is engineered to maintain consistent speed throughout the cut for superior results. The motor is dynamically balanced for 40-percent less tool vibration and lower noise than competitive models. The 4351FCT has a 1-inch length of stroke, with a wood cutting capacity of 5-5/16 inches at 90° and a steel cutting capacity of 3/8 inches at 90°.
Ease-of-Use FeaturesEase-of-use features were also engineered into the 4351FCT. The saw weighs just 5.5 pounds, with an L.E.D. light to illuminate the cutting surface and a built-in dust blower to clear the line of cut for greater visibility. The ergonomically designed rubberized barrel-grip design provides a closer grip to the work surface during cutting. The patented "tool-less" blade change system provides fast and easy installation and removal of Tang shank blades. The die-cast aluminum base adjusts up to 45° right or left with a positive stop at 90° for solid cutting performance. An on-board hex wrench is included for fast, accurate bevel adjustments.
The 4351FCT Barrel Grip Jig Saw is ideal for woodworkers, cabinet makers, remodelers, and general contractors seeking a best-in-class top handle jig saw. The 4351FCT is just another example of Makita's commitment to innovative technology and best-in-class engineering.
About Makita's Power ToolsCut after cut, Makita saws deliver power, performance and capacity with less weight and more ease-of-use features. Makita has a full range of corded and cordless saws and blades for cutting wood, metal and masonry, including table saws, miter saws, reciprocating saws, circular saws, jig saws, metal cutting saws, plunge saws, and more, as well as a complete line of blades and accessories.
About MakitaMakita is a worldwide manufacturer of industrial quality power tools and offers a wide range of industrial accessories. Makita applies leading-edge innovation to engineer power tools that are more compact and energy efficient, yet deliver industrial strength power and results. Makita U.S.A., Inc. is located in La Mirada, California, and operates an extensive distribution network located throughout the U.S. For more information, please call 800/4-MAKITA (800/462-5482) or visit makitatools.com. Makita is Best in Class Engineering.
WarrantyEvery Makita tool is thoroughly inspected and tested before leaving the factory. If you are not satisfied with any Makita tool within 30 days of purchase, return it and Makita will provide a replacement or refund. Each Makita tool is warranted to be free of defects from workmanship and materials for the period of ONE YEAR from the date of original purchase. Should any trouble develop during this one-year period, return the COMPLETE tool, freight prepaid, to one of Makita's Factory or Authorized Service Centers. Please see makitatools.com for complete details.
Whats in the BoxMakita 4351FCT Barrel Grip Jig Saw, six blades, anti-splintering device, cover plate, wrench and tool case.

This orbital jig saw features a built-in, shock-proof, high-output white LED light that illuminates your cutting edge for more accuracy and faster cutting. The tool-less blade feature means no more burning your fingers on hot blades. A powerful 6.3 AMP motor delivers 8 to 2800 strokes per minute for 48% faster cutting with 40% less vibration. Also the quietest tool in its class. Cordless: No, Amps: 6.3, Strokes Per Minute (SPM): 800-2,800, Total Orbital Settings: 3, Stroke Length (in.): 1, Variable Speed: Yes, Dust Blower: No, Dust Cover: No, Blade Included: Yes, (2) blade sets, Wrench Included: Yes, Case Included: Yes
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Technical Details

Anti-vibration technology along with dynamically balanced motor for over 40% reduced vibration and noise than competitive models
Illuminate your work with on board L.E.D light for increased visibility
3 orbital setting plus straight cutting with powerful 6.3 AMP motor for cutting in all varieties of materials
Electronic variable speed control dial (800-2,800 SPM) maintains consistent speed throughout the cut for superior results
Patented tool-less blade change system for fast and easy blade installation and removal

Makita 4351FCT Barrel Grip Jig Saw with L.E.D. Light

Customer Reviews

I purchased the earlier version of this jig saw about a year and half ago directly from Amazon. From what I can tell, this model is the same except maybe more ergonomically designed. I would have to say this has become one of my favorite tools. My past experience with jig saws were to use them only if nothing else worked. Now, I purposely try using this saw on anything I can. It works that good. It is very well balanced without hardly any vibration and has a lot of power. The variable speed is great and the barrel design gives you a lot of control. You can change the blade in seconds. The LED really helps seeing for precision cuts. Maybe the Bosch equivalent is as good but I would not buy without an LED after having that feature. I've purchased a lot of tools over the years from about every manufacturer and this is the only 5 star rating I've ever given a tool.

This is a really great jig saw. It cuts straight and smooth, and the LED task light is a great little feature that makes for a huge improvement in the ease of use. The saw feels substantial in your hand, but is also quite nimble when making tight corners or smooth curves. The cut is very smooth when the saw is in "0" straight cut mode and very quick and aggressive in the "III" mode. The speed control and pendulum cutting mode gives the operator a wide range of control over the quality the cut in a variety of materials and thicknesses.
I strongly considered the Festool jigsaw as an alternative to this one, but I'm glad I went with the Makita and saved $150. I do own other Festool products so I appreciate their level of quality and design; however, this Makita saw easily matches Festool in terms of quality and "feel" of the tool. Of course there is no dust collection on the Makita, but with most cutting operations on the jigsaw most of the dust falls straight to the floor anyway so I don't really miss the dust collection.
The saw comes with a durable hard plastic carrying case that has a little bit of storage in it and a fairly long heavy-duty cord, both of which are becoming quite rare on tools these days, but are certainly appreciated.