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   Ron_Teti | Nov 25, 2001 05:11am | #1

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   havent tried it yet jeff still use a coping saw but when santa drops off your present let me know what you think about it.

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   Mark_McDonnell | Nov 25, 2001 05:55am | #2

   *I keep meaning to buy one, havn't got around to it.I've been coping with a jig saw for years, the most complex crown takes all of 20 seconds....perfect.... Havn't used/needed a coping saw for years.Plan to buy one with a new jig saw.....that way I don't have to change out the shoes betwix tasks....

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   Tim_Kline | Nov 25, 2001 08:13am | #3

   *For the tough stuff like oak crown, I still use a 5" grinder with 24 grit ( the one with the rocks glued to the disc) paper on the pad. This is best suited for outdoor use. It's definitely quick and very accurate.

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   Mongo_ | Nov 25, 2001 09:36am | #4

   *Jeff, I've got both the Bosch barrel and the Collins foot. Great combo, no problems. Pretty easy to install. On occasion, in the middle of a project, I'll have to make a "regular cut." I leave the foot on and just use a steady hand when cutting.

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   Vincent_Carbone | Nov 25, 2001 02:48pm | #5

   *Jeff, I have the Bosch as well, been happy with it since the day I bought it.But some things to consider,the Bosch has an on off switch on the side and can sometimes be hard to operate for a guy with small hands.The speed control is at the rear and is not variable.The foot is a bit of a pain to adjust to different angles.It also doesn't use universal blades.I've looked at the Dewalt, same barrel grip,variable speed triger at the bottom and a lever to change angles,quick and easy.Also the quick change blade thing is much quicker on the Dewalt.Oh, I don't have a copping foot,always wanted one though.Vince

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   Mike_Smith | Nov 25, 2001 03:01pm | #6

   *vince.. time for the first tee...same observations as you... a big saw... doesn't the new bosch have a better blade holding device... always takes me a bout 5 minutes to get the "quick change " to grip the blade..... i thought the barrel model was cool.. but i would probably go with a D-handle this time...and universal blades would be a BIG plus...

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   Mongo_ | Nov 25, 2001 05:50pm | #7

   *I think the barrel/D-handle preference is an ergonomical choice.I have fairly big paws and have never been comfortable with a D-grip. For me, the barrel grip is pretty sweet. The low CG of the barrel is a treat for staying on the right side of the cut line.Plus, I'm a southpaw, so the Bosch's ON/OFF switch happens to be in just the right spot.Every once in a while I get lucky, and I got lucky with the Bosch barrel.

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   Vincent_Carbone | Nov 25, 2001 08:22pm | #8

   *Guys don't get me wrong I like the barrel grip, much more control and the Bosch is powerful and cuts well.I'm not sure about the blade change on the new Bosch but anything would be an improvement.I've never used the Dewalt but like the features.Vince

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   Jon_Blakemore | Nov 25, 2001 08:30pm | #9

   *Definitely go with the barrel grip. I have used one for many hours and love it. I bought a D handle for cheap and don't regret it as now I don't use a jig saw ofter, but for a heavy user, a barrel grip is the way to go. Jon

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   Joseph_Fusco | Nov 25, 2001 10:37pm | #10

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   Do what I did and buy both. The first Bosch I bought was a barrel grip many years ago and I liked it a lot. I did find that it works great for cutting anything curved, but was a bit awkward when cutting general stuff so I bought a D handle. This works much better for me when doing straight work.

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   Keith_C | Nov 26, 2001 04:45am | #11

   *Here here Joe... I too vote for "wretched excess" and buy both.. I did and each has it's place and time. Consumerism at it's greatest.

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   Mongo_ | Nov 26, 2001 09:33am | #12

   *Routers are my "wretched excess."Lemme see...change the setup of the router that's in the table...or buy a new router so I can keep the setup...buy, buy, buy!Drowning in PC's and Bosch's...as well as a couple of old Delta/R-D's.

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   Greg_Brown | Nov 26, 2001 09:41am | #13

   *I have a couple of the D-handle Bosch saws- never used a barrel grip-seems too big a handle for my chopped up hand- got the collins coping foot on the old saw-didn't take as long to get used to as I thought it would. Met the inventor at a woodworking show and even tho I'm sure he's demoed the thing thousands of times, he took all of 15-20 seconds to cope out a piece of 3 1/2" crown

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    David_Cass | Nov 26, 2001 10:55pm | #14

    *Another vote for the coping foot.I use it more to scribe stuff to fit other stuff, such as fitting inside corners to stone or whatever.I am quite comfortable with it, also sometimes use it right side up when I'm too lazy to change feet. While I am comfortable with it, I seem to scare others around me when I use it. Don't think they like that blade pointed at them.I have clipped myself twice because I tried to use a too short blade. Beware of this.DC

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    Jeff_J._Buck | Nov 27, 2001 10:49pm | #15

    *That's funny.....that's why I like the barrel grip....because of my tiny little hands.....though I always laugh at most tool reviews that say a certain tool isn't comfy for small hands....and usually it's the tool I'm most comfortable with. Maybe I've just been over compensating all these years. Little hands, strong grip, Jeff

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   Jeff_J._Buck | Nov 27, 2001 10:49pm | #16

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   Anyone use one? The other thread on coping got me thinking again. And the fact....I'm getting myself a new jig saw for x-mas......gonna go for the Bosch Barrel grip......used one before and just feels right.
   Opinions on the Coping Foot......and .......how easy/difficult to install......un-install...and re-install........is it a pretty much...put it on and leave it one 'cause it's a pain in the ass to change??? And....how hard to do a regular straight cut with it on...if so. Jeff