Bosch 1587AVSP Progressor Top-Handle Jig Saw Kit
- Powerful 5 amp motor, 500-3100 SPM
- Tool-free blade change system – For fast and easy blade changes
- Exclusive multi-directional blade clamp mechanism – For superior blade hold
- Low-vibration design – Ensures extremely smooth operation
- 4-Stage orbital action adjusts blade motion – To match work-piece and cutting task
Amazon.com Review
Bosch invented the jig saw, and, with their Progressor top-handle model, they’re getting close to perfecting it. The Progressor has a nicely shaped handle, tapered where other saws are not, and a nice rubber grip that lets users (of all hand sizes) steer the tool firmly in hand. (Some toolmakers ignore ergonomics, but not Bosch–and we appreciate it.) The safety mechanism works well with the trigger, and the cut is super smooth. We like the variable-speed dial, the light weight, and the foot plate’s plastic cover, which ensures that surfaces won’t get scratched as they can by saws with metal plates. The blade-change system–if a little tricky at first–works great. No question about it, this jig saw keeps up Bosch’s reputation as one of the prime movers in the power tool industry. –Michael Shilling
Bosch 1587AVSP Progressor Top-Handle Jig Saw Kit
April 24, 2010
Tags: 1587AVSP, Bosch, Progressor, TopHandle Posted in: Woodworking
5 Responses
- I have used them all Porter Cable, Dewalt, Makita , Craftsman But this tool had to be created by God. I use this tool to fabricate counter tops, to make openings and stair case runs. It is eforlessly smooth, powerful and above all mosly vibration free. And last but not least did I forget to mention unbelievably durable. The porter cable is quite heavy and not to metion pricey, The Dewalt well its ok. The Makita is ok too the Craftsman well it is a Bosch too literaly. Sears recognizes quaity when it sees it too. For the price It is the best and it definately will get the job done over and over and over again.
Rating: 5 / 5
I really liked my bosch jigsaw quiet smooth strong but!!!!! between putting new triger switches in it and my bosses bosch drills a fellow could go to the poor house when i first bought the jigsaw trigger went bad in first month boss has jig saws and drills all have had trigger switch problems bosch charges a hefty price for repair no more bosch tools in our shop back to dewalt always dependable
Rating: 2 / 5
Unfortunately, my experience with this jig has been a negative one. Bosch tools (rotary/demo hammers,drills and especially jigsaws)have always been very highly regarded in my area of work(which happens to be glazing/metal fab etc but whateverget on with the review,right?);so anyway, I buy this saw…for HOME use only,and had to return it TWICE!! before I continue let me just say that I know how to follow directions,especially when it comes to power tools(which can be kinda bad if you dont)but this did’nt seem to matter because the quick change lever(or whatever) failed twice on 2 separate models…If you could not keep a thumb on it while cutting(God forbid you had to use your free hand to hold the material you’re cutting to avoid binding etc)it would spin around and the blade would come loose….not cool…. this happened on 2 different brand new never used saws. I only used the saws (both saws)for less than ten applications. … I liked everything else about the saw;that’s why I gave it 3 stars.Anyway I ended up going with the more expensive metabo jigsaw,which was actually my first choice were it not for the pain … to get it here both timewise and pricewise. In summary,, too bad, would have been an excellent saw if not for that … quickchange gimick
Rating: 3 / 5
It’s a known fact that Bosch is #1 especially when it comes to Jig Saws and this saw is no exception. This is one great product!! Buy it
Rating: 5 / 5
Well I finally got to use my Bosch and what a dissapointment to say the least. The blade change out was a joke. I was cutting and all of sudden the blade came out. Ok so I went to put it back in and it wouldn’t stay in? I broke out the manual and follow the instructions to the letter and no luck and no “CLIC” either. Maybe I got a lemon, not sure. I thought the BOSCH would be a winner, but I have a bad taste in my mouth with this thing. I also have my own tool policy, if it doesn’t work I get rid of it. The BOSCH has some great features, but what good are they if they don’t work? I’m buying the Milwaukee 6266, their sawzalls are bullet proof, let’s see how there jigs do?
Rating: 1 / 5
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