Product Description

Jigsaw features a 6A motor. Integrated laser guide and worklight provide for accurate cuts. 360 scrolling action and 5 position orbital cut control for versitility. 2 finger variable speed trigger. Toolless foot adjustment. Precision blade guide system an

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #3899 in Home Improvement
• Brand: Skil
• Model: 4690-01
• Dimensions: 9.90 pounds

Features

• The built-in laser guide provides accurate cutting for straight cuts in any material
• The built-in work light shines where you need it for better visibility of the cut line
• Precise 360-degree scrolling action allows for intricate, detailed cuts
• The tool-less blade change system accepts both T and U shank blades
• The precision blade guide mechanism helps reduce blade wander in the material

Amazon.com Product Description
From the novice to the master do-it-yourselfer, the SKIL 4690-01 Laser Guided Scrolling Jigsaw was built with the end user in mind. Due to its numerous features and capacities, this jigsaw will power through tough cuts in metal or through jobs that require tight, precision cuts, such as decorative cut-outs.

360-degree scrolling for intricate cuts.

Built-in work light provides a clearer view of the cut line. View larger.

Blade changes have never been easier.

Built-in laser guide provides accurate cutting for straight cuts in any material Precise 360-degree scrolling action allows for intricate, detailed cuts Built-in work light shines exactly where you need it for better visibility of the cut line Versatile 4-position orbital cut control allows the user to set the tool for aggressive or smooth cuts Tool-less blade change system accepts both T- and U-shank blades, ensuring a more versatile tool-and- blade system Durable metal gear box extends the life of the tool 2-finger trigger provides comfort for long applications Tool-less foot adjustment provides easy transitions for various applications On-tool blade storage ensures a blade is always available Precision blade-guide mechanism helps reduce blade wander in the material

Innovative Features and Benefits
Two built-in features--a laser guide to help the user through straight cuts and a work light that illuminates dimly lit areas--ensure accurate cuts every time. In addition to these valuable built-in features, the 4690-01 is capable of scrolling a full 360 degrees for intricate, detailed cuts. The four-position orbital cut control with recommended settings for common materials printed next to the positions allows users to make fast and aggressive cuts or smooth and controlled cuts through a wide range of materials.

This tool is equipped with a precision blade guide system, which provides additional support to the blade and helps eliminate imperfect cuts. The jigsaw also has tool-less foot adjustment for angled cuts and a tool-less blade change system that accepts both T- and U-shape blades. And a powerful six-amp motor provides enough muscle to tackle the most rigorous cuts. All these features coupled with the on-tool blade storage, soft-grip handle and dust blower with on/off switch, make the SKIL 4690-01 a necessity for any do-it-yourselfer.

SKIL Heritage
SKIL Power Tools is a leader in portable electric power tools and accessories that serves the consumer do-it-yourself and professional construction markets. Founded in 1924 with the invention of the SKILSAW Worm Drive, SKIL now delivers a complete line of power tools designed and engineered to help do-it-yourselfers achieve home project success, while providing professionals durable, cost-conscience tools for the jobsite.

What's in the Box
4690-01 Laser-Guided Scrolling Jigsaw, wood-cutting blade, scrolling blade, blade storage tray, and carrying case.

Product Specifications Amperage: 6 Certifications: cULus Cord Length: 6' Cutting Capacity-Hard Wood: 1-3/8" Cutting Capacity-Soft Wood: 2-1/4" Cutting Capacity-Aluminum: 1/2" Cutting Capacity-Mild Steel: 1/4" Max. Bevel Cut: 45° No Load SPM: 800-3,200 Rating: 120V, 60Hz Voltage: 120V Weight: 5.7 lbs

From the Manufacturer
The Skil 4690-01 Jigsaw features a powerful 6-amp motor and adjustable orbital action for the ability to cut through a wide range of materials. This tool is equipped with a precision blade guide system, which provides additional support to the blade and helps eliminate imperfect cuts. The jigsaw also has tool-less foot adjustment for angled cuts and a tool-less blade change system that accepts both T and U shape blades. In addition to features like a laser guide and work light, the 4690-01 is capable of scrolling a full 360 degrees for intricate, detailed cuts. All these features coupled with the on-tool blade storage, soft-grip handle and dust blower with on/off switch, make this tool a necessity for any DIYer.

Customer Reviews

Jigsaws go high tech.
The jigsaw is one of those tools, where when you need one, you need one and there really are no other safe, or reasonable alternatives. Saw this one on sale for a great price and am totally happy with what I bought.

The laser guide is very handy, saw operates smoothly in all settings. It's very easy to change mode of operation by the click of well labeled and easy to access switches. Haven't had occasion to use the scrolling facility as yet, but for everything from cutting out holes in countertops, shaping both treated and untreated pine lumber to cutting down metal shelving parts, it's performed like a champion.

Tooless blade changing is very nice and you know when the blade is seated correctly before you ever turn the saw on. Also accepts a wide selection of manufacturers blades, which allows you to shop around and save money easily.

Good little saw for the money
I have had this saw for a little over two months and have been very satisfied. It is a little on the heavy side but that is reflected in the amount of power, it has plenty, at least for what I do with it. The laser is right on and is bright enough to keep you on track. It is also somewhat adjustable, not much but enough to put it on the side of the blade you prefer or dead on if you want. I put it where I wanted it and left it alone, suspect the adjustment mechanism isn't robust enough for constant adjustments. I haven't tried it out in bright sunlight yet but I think it will be OK as it shows up through its own work light. I like the laser because I can keep the laser on the cut line long after it has disappeared under the foot and where the laser goes, the blade will follow.
About the only complaint I have is with the foot. It is supposed to feature a toolless bevel adjustment and it works fairly well once you get it figured out. You release a cam lever, angle the foot to the desired angle, assuming the the desired angle is one of the presets. Then slide the foot back to engage a plastic orienting deal at one of the preset angles. Then re-engage the cam lever. Which doesn't hold very well unless you tighten the screw holding the whole shebang in place. I dunno whether the screw just vibrates loose or whether the whole design needs something.
On the positive side, the blower function does a good job of keeping the cut line clean and I love the toolless blade change and on board storage for a dozen or so blades. I ordered a 15 blade set with the saw and they all fit in the storage area with room to spare.
Overall, I consider it a very good buy for the money. I don't think it is built well enough for professional use but more than adequate for the homeowner, handyman, DIYer.

Best jjigsaw I've ever used
Prior to purchasing this jigsaw, I had the 5-amp version of the same saw and truly loved it. Unfortunately, it was stolen out of the back of our truck, so I had to buy a new one. I checked at Home Depot, but they no longer carried the same model, nor did Lowes or Sears, so I started searching for a different brand. It turned out that among those three stores there was not a single jigsaw, at any price, that would do what my old one did. I was very frustrated at not being able to match my old saw's performance, so I decided to search online, and ended up here at Amazon where numerous sellers had the model I wanted (and at great prices).

What makes this saw so special? Several key features, unavailable together on other models from what I could find. First (and to me, most important) is the variable speed trigger. Many other saws have variable speed, but it becomes a cumbersome two-handed (or awkward one-handed) operation to change speeds while you are in the process of making a cut. I find it very handy to be able to slow down or speed up as your cut progresses, without ever losing the flow, or having to start and stop.

Second is the bright worklight. It's very handy to keep your eye on your line for precise cuts, and few other saws have it. The laser light is nice too, and in some applications I've found it useful, and I like that you can turn both on or off, or use either independently.

Third is the scrolling, another feature that's hard to find. On numerous occasions I've made cuts that would have been virtually immpossible without the scrolling, or would have at least required a lot of adjusting/re-positioning of the work.

This saw has a few other nice features too, such as a dust blower, on-board blade storage, tooless quick change blade mechanism, easy bevel cut adjustment, multiple orbital positions for different speed cuts, 6-amp power and a provision for a fence.

To me, there is just no saw that can compare (at any price) to this one. The only drawbacks I can see are that it is a little heavy (although that provides some stability and probably is a function of its heavy-duty, 6 amp, quality construction) and the blade travel is 13/16's of an inch (most jigsaws have 3/4" travel, but some have 1", which I would prefer). Still, all in all I'm very happy that I didn't have to settle for a replacement saw which wasn't as good as the one that was stolen.

I might add that I consider myself a heavy hobby user, but I'm not a contractor, so there might be more "industrial" quality saws that would be more suitable for daily use, and of course some people will prefer cordless models, but for my applications, this Skil is the ultimate.