Editorial Product Review:Item Description:Precision sawing, including flush cutting in wood and plastics. Ergonomic design provides compact comfort. Electronic variable speed control and dial control stroke rate. Clic quick toolless blade changes. 2000 to 2800 SPM. 3.5A. 5 8' stroke length.
Amazon.com Review:About Bosch Power Handsaws In the Bosch family of power handsaws, you'll find an assortment of ergonomically designed, low-vibration tools that are crafted with professional-grade Bosch engineering. These hardy saws are ideal for cutting wood, wood composites, and plastics. In addition to model 1640VS, you can also order this a Finecut saw with a full kit of accessories (1640VSK), with a separate miter table attachment (0603999018), or you can purchase a blow-molded case (2605438139).
About the Bosch 1640VS Finecut Power Handsaw The 1640VS is a versatile, powerful handsaw that's perfect for flush-cutting and precision sawing applications. Loaded with features, this Finecut model has a variable speed setting that lets you match the power to the project, a left or right-side blade mount, and an ergonomic design that offers comfortable handling -- even in tight working spaces. With its tool-free blade change system you'll find swapping blades is a real snap, and the large on/off switch has an integrated gripping surface for easy access.
This Finecut saw has a 3.5 amp motor that produces 2,000 to 2,800 rpm. It has a 5/8-inch stroke length, and a 2-1/2-inch cutting capacity in wood -- plus a 3/4-inch cutting capacity in plastics. It operates at 120 volts, and weighs only 3.5 pounds. Double-insulated and UL-listed, this model complies with OSHA regulations.
Applications The 1640VS is ideal for flush cutting door jambs, window jambs, PVC drainpipe, flooring, and more. It works beautifully for precision sawing in wood, wood composites, and plastics.
Key Technical Specs - 3.5 amp motor
- 5/8-inch stroke
- 2,000 to 2,800 rpm
Warranty The 1640VS Finecut power handsaw is covered by a 1-year unconditional Bosch warranty.
What's in the box:Power handsaw.
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Buyer Reviews
Average Buyer Rating:
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nice tool
Very pleased with how straight a cut I get, and how fine a cut I get in thin plywood going across grain. A little awkward to handle, but with practice I believe this complaint will go away. Definitely more precise cuts than with a hand-held fine-tooth saw. It is important to keep the blade angle low to the cut, as their directions point out. I would strongly recommend this saw to anyone working with thin plywood.
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Good tool for Crafters too.
My primary use for this tool is cutting exotic woods into pieces, to be used for craft projects. I obviously need a tool that will cut smoothly, with little or no splintering.
I find that I can get nice, smooth cuts, with a minimum of effort and time. To say it goes through wood like a hot knife through butter is a bit of an exaggeration, but not much of one. The hand tool this replaces is a back saw, which would also make smooth cuts, but more slowly and with a greater degree of "elbow grease."
Frankly, I am near 50, with a bad back and slightly arthritic hands, so it is essential to make the work easier. And, it is fair to say that if I can use this comfortably, anyone who is willing to read the directions can do so.
A couple of caveats:
1)At 3.5 pounds, it is not heavy. But if you are used to making fine cuts with a hand saw, you will have to get used to the weight.
2)It doesn't vibrate much, which makes it easy to handle. But face facts; it's a power tool. There will be some vibration.
3)Unless you buy the kit with the miter attachment, they do not sell a case for it. But a 16-inch tool box will do just fine.
A couple of things I really like:
1)The On/Off switch is a bit stiff. This is a GOOD thing, because it is hard to turn on or off, unintentionally.
2)The speed is variable. The speed dial is separate from the power switch. Some people may not like this, but I do, because it is also hard to change speed unless you actually want to.
3)Changing blades is simple and needs no tools.
4)Because it makes fine cuts, it does not blow dust all over. (Of course there will be some, but it doesn't blow in my face. I still suggest safety goggles, of course.)
I haven't actually used it for home repairs or cut metal with it, though I will eventually get the metal-cutting blade. On the whole, a good product.
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Bosch 1640VS Finecut 3.5 Amp Power Handsaw
Great product when installing new flooring over old. The door trim is easy to cut without removing it. Makes a difficult job easy and short. I really like this saw. Bosch 1640VS Finecut 3.5 Amp Power Handsaw
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Bosch trim saw
Its better than cutting off all the door trim and jambs by hand but only just. The switch is either on or off and the variable speed is a separate wheel. It is unsafe as well as difficult to operate. With the saw turned on, the operater is handling a dangerous tool that could easily cut him. If the switch was designed like a drill switch the operater would have more control and variable speed.
Blade change is easy.