Product Description

Reciprocating - Saws & Accessories Type: 12V Hackzall™ Reciprocating Saw Type of Power: Battery Maximum Strokes Per Minutes: 0-3000 Maximum Stroke Length: 1/2 Voltage: 12V

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1994 in Home Improvement
• Brand: Milwaukee
• Model: 2420-20
• Released on: 2009-02-15
• Dimensions: 2.60 pounds

Features

• 12-Volt LITHIUM-ION battery offers longer run-time and fade-free performance
• Keyless QUIK-LOK Blade Clamp allows for quick and easy blade changes and All-metal gear case for added durability
• Variable speed trigger for increased user control
• Battery fuel gauge displays remaining run-time and Built-In LED light illuminates work surface
• Accepts both HACKZALL and SAWZALL style blades

From the Manufacturer
Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation introduces a new industry first – the M12 HACKZALL TM Reciprocating Saw, a compact, lightweight saw designed for powerful, versatile cutting in tight spaces for virtually all tradesman as they tackle plumbing, electrical, remodeling and HVAC applications. Featuring a 12-Volt LITHIUM-ION battery, the HACKZALL cuts over 80 pieces of 11/2-Inch PVC on a single charge. The 2420 delivers a 1/2-Inch stroke 3,000 times per minute for a smooth yet aggressive cut and utilizes a keyless QUIK-LOKTM blade clamp to ensure quick and easy blade changes. The lightweight design offers less user fatigue as well as one-handed operation. Compact design makes it easier for users to access tight spaces or awkward angles. The HACKZALL features a variable speed trigger that provides increased user control and all-metal gear case and gears that live up to Milwaukee's legendary durability. Additional features include a Built-in LED Light and Battery Fuel Gauge that displays the remaining run- time. Backed by Milwaukee's 5-Year tool warranty.

Customer Reviews

Hackzall
I'm an electrician. I thought this would be good for metal conduit. It's not strong enough even for 1/2 inch conduit. It overheats and shuts off. Good for thin metals and other soft materials.

Underwhelming performance
I have milwaukee's small electric screwdriver. Its in this same family. It performs beautifully. Except that sometimes it will stall. I think the motor has a safety that is too sensitive, or the motor is weak. Either way the stalling is a bit frustrating but manageable.

I expected the same thing with this product, but not as bad as it is. This product stalls so badly that its barely useable. You will never cut through anything without it stalling every 5s or so. Its very frustrating. If I had to do it again I would not buy this product. I do not recommend it. I have not found any good use for this, nor have I been able to work around its deficiencies. If I were you I would simply stay away from this. Get a proper sawzall and be done with it.

better than you think
so impressed with the 12 volt series. i needed this tool for one cut a on a job and wondered if i would ever really need it again. but i reach for it all the time. works extremely well cutting rigid foam, exhaust pipe, nails, and just about anything. it's not a 12o volt sawsall so don't expect it to be. i rate this tool at 5 stars because it's light weight,has good power, the light is extremely handy, and like the rest of the 12 volt series, it fits great in my bags.