SKIL 6 Amp Corded Jig Saw with Tool-Free Blade Change - JS314901
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Amazon rating
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Current price
$54.00
Updated May 16, 2026 · 1 min read
Sources behind this verdict
10 reviewers weighted by source trust
The consensus
What reviewers found
Synthesized across the trust-weighted source mix below.
Across the reviewers we read, the SKIL JS314901 is the corded jigsaw that punches above its sub-$60 price. Walmart verified-purchase reviewers specifically praise the tool-less blade change, integrated dust blower, and long-session comfort. Multiple YouTube expert reviews in the data — including one titled 'Best Corded Jigsaw?' — give it a positive recommendation for DIY use.
What reviewers liked
- Tool-free blade clamp and bright halo light unusual at this price
- 4.7/2,218 Amazon rating signals broad satisfaction for DIY use
- Integrated dust blower and comfortable grip cited repeatedly by retailer reviewers
- Variable speed and 4-stage orbital function included
Where it falls short
- High-trust r/woodworking commenters explicitly question SKIL's overall quality
- No high-trust expert review of this specific model in our data — verdict leans on retailer and community signal
- Blade deflection on tight curves likely to disappoint anyone upgrading from a Bosch or DeWalt
Across the reviewers we read, the SKIL JS314901 is the corded jigsaw that punches above its sub-$60 price. Walmart verified-purchase reviewers specifically praise the tool-less blade change, integrated dust blower, and long-session comfort. Multiple YouTube expert reviews in the data — including one titled 'Best Corded Jigsaw?' — give it a positive recommendation for DIY use. Amazon corroborates with 4.7 stars across 2,218 reviews.
The high-trust voices are more skeptical. A high-trust r/woodworking thread bluntly notes 'Skil isn't really known for quality,' framing the saw as workable rather than precision-grade. That's the right framing: for a beginner cutting plywood, MDF, and the occasional 2x stock, the 6A motor, variable speed, and 4-stage orbital action are more than adequate. For a buyer planning regular curve work in hardwood, the Bosch and DeWalt picks are clearly better tools.
The value proposition is the headline. At roughly a third of the JS470E's price, you give up build quality and finish-cut smoothness, not basic capability. That's the right trade-off for DIY-only buyers.
- Highlight 1
- High cutting efficiency– The 4-stage orbital function allows smooth cutting ability across different materials and applications.
- Highlight 2
- Speed control– The 2-finger trigger provides increased control.
- Highlight 3
- Quick adjust angled cutting– adjust the shoe bevel for angled cutting without the need for a tool.
- Highlight 4
- Clear view precision– an on/off dust blowing switch gives a clear view of the piece being sawed so you can easily track the cutting line.
- Highlight 5
- Easy blade change– replace saw blades in a matter of seconds with the tool-free blade Clamp.
- Highlight 6
- Bright halo LIGHT—Get 10x more light than standard LED. Light up your workspace and reduce shadows.
Blade and angle change require tools, but hey it's free and looks barely used. The switch for orbit doesn't move higher than 0, i need to look into that.
The saw will cut, maybe even good enough to cobble together a workbench of sorts (sorry, Skil isn't really known for quality).
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“SKIL® 6 -Amp Corded Variable Speed Keyless Jigsaw Model Number” · YouTube
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