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9747 Reciprocating Saw Review

This reciprocating saw from Porter-Cable has a convenient rotating handle and five detents.

By Rick Arnold, Mike Guertin

This tool’s rotating handle is convenient, especially when cutting upward. The shoe adjustment works well and holds tight at any of the five detent positions. However, the small dial-type lever for straight-to-orbital blade action is difficult to use, and the saw didn’t cut any faster in orbital mode than it did in straight mode. The rest of the saw’s features are pretty basic.

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Editor Test Results:

Overall RatingN/A
Cutting Speed2 out of 5
Handling3 out of 5
Speed Control/Trigger Action3.5 out of 5
Blade Change/Shoe Adjustment3 out of 5
Nose Profile3.5 out of 5
Quality of Extra Features3 out of 5

Manufacturer Specifications:

ManufacturerPorter-Cable
Manufacturer's Web Sitewww.deltaportercable.com
Manufacturer's Phone Number888-848-5175
Weight9.3 lb.
Dimensions18-1/4 in.
Amps11.5
Strokes Per Minute0 to 2,600 spm
Stroke Length1-1/8 in.
Special FeaturesAllows for orbital cutting, ergonomic handle, blade can be installed upside down

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