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The Worx 20V AXIS 2-in-1 Cordless Reciprocating & Jig Saw gives you the power to tackle every cutting task with one tool. From tough materials to delicate cuts, this versatile saw can handle it all. Jig saw mode gives you precise cutting control for intricate designs and fine woodworking. When the cutting gets tougher, quickly switch to reciprocating saw mode for fast, smooth slicing through almost any material. Work faster with less strain on your hands by switching on the orbital action . Thanks to orbital cutting, this electric saw performs faster and more efficiently than standard back-and-forth saws. The AXIS has a stroke length of 3/4" (1.9 cm) to easily handle twice the material. Powerfully versatile, this jigsaw tool can slice through almost anything with precision—including wood, metal, ceramic, tile, plastic, PVC pipe, fiberglass, aluminum, copper, thin steel, tree limbs, and roots. This cordless saw gives you the freedom and flexibility to work without being tethered to a power outlet. It’s conveniently compatible with Power Share batteries. The same battery powers over 140+ 20V, 40V, and 80V lifestyle, garden, and power tools in the Power Share family. Lightweight and compact, this jig saw is comfortable to hold and easy to use with just one hand. At only 4.2 lbs., it gives you better control for intricate cuts, and lets you work longer without wearing out your hands. The integrated dust blower on this reciprocating saw keeps debris from clogging up the motor and helps clear the workspace. Cut down on trips to the hardware store. This electric saw is compatible with any standard reciprocating saw and t-shank saw blade to save you time and money. With the tool-free blade change system, you can switch out blades quickly and easily, with no extra tools necessary. The LED light illuminates your work area for better visibility when sawing in dim spaces.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Love this tool 2 in 1
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5.0 out of 5 stars This 2-in-1 reciprocating saw is the one you need.
I tried another reciprocating saw before this one and it didn’t stand up to what this one can do. This one really is the one that made my life easier. It works better than the Ego chainsaw that I bought. It saws through at least 5 inches of hard treee limbs. It made getting a tree stump out of the ground easier. It cuts through other material as well. The key is ensuring you have the right blades for the job.
5.0 out of 5 stars Great product works great
Amazing product works like the big brands I don't know for how long but feels sturdy and I love you can use it both ways thats a huge plus and what make worx stick out from other brands
4.0 out of 5 stars A great saw with more than one usage mode
I needed a saw that did more than one thing, which met my requirement. The reciprocating mode is small enough for tight spaces, and the jig-saw mode is super convenient. The included blades are a plus, but I'm not a fan of the charger; I prefer the drop-in style rather than the clip-on style.
5.0 out of 5 stars Best usefull toy
I love it. My new best friend. I feel like we can do anything. Now l want to cut everything 🤣
5.0 out of 5 stars It's a Work Horse
I just bought another Worx product from Bolo and remembered that I hadn't left a review for this item which I bought six years ago. I had middling expectations, thinking it would come in handy for quick, light duty cutting jobs. And it is the perfect tool for those jobs. But I wouldn't have imagined how many times I have reached for this thing over the years, from making jigsaw cuts in the basement to building an arbor for our back yard or to cutting tree branches like it was a chain saw. You're not going to give it a steady diet of treated 2x4's or any 4x4's but for tons of jobs around the house, this is my go-to cutting tool. And I like that longer, heavy duty Sawzall blades fit in the blade holder to help this saw punch above its weight. This has been a super handy tool for me going on six years without a hiccup.
5.0 out of 5 stars Buena calidad
De buena calidad
5.0 out of 5 stars Thanks
Thanks
Excelente cierra, potente y facil de usar.
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I bought the Worx Jigsaw to make a budget, professional percussion massager
TL;DR - Made a professional-grade percussion massager out of Worx Jig-saw. I'll post a video on how-to in the comments below, and I'll include all links for my purchases. Total cost was around $150 CAD.•• A jig-saw into a massager... what in the what now? ••I'm a Registered Massage Therapy Student who recently finished his first year of study in Calgary, Alberta. I'm in a 2200 hour program, which is heavily loaded with anatomy courses. What drew me to this product can be summed up with a short story.Back in the day, I saw George St. Pierre (the UFC champion) in a commercial for a professional-grade percussion massager called the Tim Tam. Look it up; it costs $330+ and literally looks like a Jig-Saw. Fast forward a few years. During my schooling, I saw several students using this wicked hand-held, percussion massager called the HyperIce Volt. I was curious, and I learned they were $750. Whisper quiet, super useful, but $750? I'm a poor, busted student. No way I could afford that.For perspective, I'm a former kickboxing student who was on the brink of turning pro. Through intense training, I abused my body. After several career-ending injuries (herniated discs and a severe, life altering concussion), I've switched focus to Massage Therapy. Thing is, Massage Therapy can be hard on the body in its own right. I thought, maybe I should look into percussion massagers for the purposes of self-care. Who doesn't need a remedy for forearm, pec, hip flexor... quads, hams, glutes, calves... and really any tense muscle at their fingertips?::::::CAVEAT:::: I wouldn't recommend a percussion massager of this caliber for back or neck work. Smashing against your vertebra without a deep understanding of anatomy = a bad idea and genuine recipe for disaster. I'll say it again, the NECK, SPINE are no-no's. And if you ever feel any numbness or tingling, that's not good. Stop what you're doing. Heck, if you ever feel an intense pain unlike any you've had before, STOP IMMEDIATELY and assess. You may have been pounding on a nerve.•• Why Worx... Works ••While researching the HyperIce and friends (TheraGun/TimTam), I stumbled across a YouTube video from Dr. Ben Kim, a Chiropractor from Ontario. He made a video on how to create your own professional grade percussion massager. The best part? Totally achievable for around $150 ASSUMING you already own a power drill.Being a broke student, I did a little more digging. It turned out, it was exceptionally easy to make. Best of all? It has roughly the same power as the aforementioned units, which means the same advertised "percussions per second." I bought all the parts (which I'll include down below). It took me about 5 minutes to put together. Later, I removed the locking mechanism, which took me another 5 minutes. That's about it. It's stupid easy.•• What does percussion do? ••There's some debate to this. It relates to the gate control theory of pain. In a nutshell, the repeated stimulation is written off by the brain, and therefore, the body doesn't register an intense pain response. What's happening is, you pound the muscle faster, more repetitively, and much harder than a human practitioner could, yet your brain doesn't register the pain it "should." Your muscles, in effect, get a good beating, and you reap the benefits of reduced tension.I can't tell you a percussion massager will magically erase your pain like so many solutions claim to do, but it's far and away the fastest, most effective massage tool I've used.•• DOES IT HELP? ••Let me put it this way. A few years ago, when I was dealing with my "herniated disc diagnosis," I broke the motors on two $50 hand-held massagers trying to dig into my spine for relief. I tried foam rolling, I tried lacrosse ball rolling, and I tried something called the Theracane. All of those provided SOME relief, but nothing comes close to the Worx.The Worx Jigsaw is so powerful, it would break me before I broke it. Frankly, it's awesome, and I couldn't be more thrilled with its performance for the price.•• Okay, so what are the down sides? ••I consider the down-sides minimal because I don't plan on using this device in clinical practice.1. The battery life isn't "professional grade"◘ The battery lasts around 20 minutes depending on how much you're power you're pumping out. Compare that to the Theragun, which lasts around 75 minutes. This makes sense because the Theragun was designed for clinical practice, and it, therefore, demands a long-lasting battery to serve multiple clients per day. For self-care, I can easily hit every muscle group I need to in 20 minutes. The charging doesn't take long, really. Couple hours at most.Update 02/08/2020:So that I could do longer sessions, I bought the "WORX WA3578 20V 4.0Ah Lithium Ion High Capacity Battery." I can easily do full body with this one, and it fits into the charger that comes standard with this Worx Jigsaw.2. It's LOUD◘ It's real loud. Again, you wouldn't use this thing in a quiet clinic setting. The HyperIce volt, on the other hand, is SUPER quiet. Like ghost farting on a roaring subway quiet. If you were treating clients or planned on massaging yourself at a funeral, the Worx Jig-saw isn't for you.3. It lacks affordable, customized heads for different jobs◘ On Bolo, you can buy heads specifically for the Worx to be used as a massager. I tried a couple and wasn't thrilled with the quality. But honestly, you don't really need a variety of heads for this thing to be effective. I wouldn't want to use a deep tissue head on something this powerful.4. It can't hit every target because it ain't easy to hold in all positions◘ Although the percussion massager is AMAZING for legs, it's difficult to apply to your own back. Having someone else do back for you? Not a great idea considering the proximity of your spinal muscles to your vertebra. I wouldn't recommend giving somebody who isn't trained in anatomy a power tool and pointing it near my spine.In terms of self-application, the Worx is great for the following areas: arms, pecs, and shoulders, but it's best used for hips, legs, and if you're flexible and imaginative -- glutes.•• The Up-sides? ••1. The Price◘ For $150, you get the most powerful massager on the market that should be just as effective as those SIGNIFICANTLY more expensive. And it's not just me. Many people have caught on to this. Heck, type in percussion massager in Bolo. There are people selling repackaged Worx that they "upgraded" themselves for $500+. They even have their own brand names. There are multiple businesses doing it.2. The effectiveness◘ I talked about it above, but the Worx legitimately works. The power is awesome. After all, it's a friggen power tool, and it legitimately relaxes your muscles faster and (arguably) better than many massage therapists could. It doesn't have "settings" like the theragun/hyperice. Instead, the more you pull the trigger, the more powerful it is. Personally, I like it that way; although, it adds a little unintended variability sometimes. Still, I don't consider it problem enough to consider paying $500 more.3. Speaking of heads◘ Remember how I said you can't use customized heads too easily? I don't really care because a lacrosse ball head is all I really need. Technically, you can use any ball you can drill a hole into, but I recommend lacrosse due to its hardness.♠ The only real issue with a lacrosse ball is that at the highest percussion levels, its rubbery surface will catch hairs and cause a burning sensation; although, it won't outright rip them off, so there's that. If you're an overly hairy mammoth, it could be an issue. An easy way to deal with this is to place a small layer of fabric between you and the muscle. You could use a thin kitchen towel or even a throw blanket. Whatever you have on hand should help.♠ I've seen some people use those spiky dryer balls from dollar stores, and I'm sure you could come up with other ideas.4. Dealing with the noise◘ I use two methods to deal with the noise:1) I put in noise cancelling headphones and go to town.2) I bought ear plugs and some $20 noise reducing earmuffs (construction grade) to dampen sound for peopleI'm working on. I've used it on several people with this method, and they have no issue with the sound.•• What you need to build it! ••I'll link Dr. Kim's video on how to below, but this is what you'll need:- The Worx Jigsaw- A 1/4 or 3/8 power extension bit (I recommend 3/8 for the tightest fit). I went and bought a pack of 3 at Home Hardware.- A Reciprotools Reciprocating Saw Tool Adapter- An ordinary lacrosse ball- A power drill, otherwise you can't drill into the ball, nor drill the 3/8 extension bit into the ball. If you don't have one, you should honestly get one anyway. They're too useful in everyday life.•• TIPS ON ASSEMBLY ••◘ I had problems with my lacrosse ball falling off the 1/4 power extension bit when percussing at full power, so I went with the 3/8. It was a little harder to fit the ball onto, but here's how I did it. Dr. Kim recommends drilling into the ball with a 5/16 drill bit about halfway into the ball. I found that I couldn't get the fat head of the 3/8's in, so I drilled very shallowly into the ball opening with a 3/8's drill bit. Then I put the 3/8 power extender into the drill and drilled it all the way down to the center of the ball. It was more difficult than fitting in the smaller 1/4, but I haven't had the ball come off in almost a year of use, so the larger extension bit has worked perfectly.◘ The reciprotools may not lock in when you insert it into the Jigsaw. A quick pull of the trigger, and it locks instantly.◘ Those are my only tips. You should be able to figure it out from Dr. Kim's video, which I'll place in the comments.•• Pro Tip ••One irritating feature about the Worx as a percussion massager is that it has a safety lock. You have to press and hold it down WHILE pulling the trigger. This can be awkward and downright impossible with one hand, especially for smaller users.The good news? You can manually remove the safety pin. To accomplish this, you have to unscrew the Worx and SLOWLY open it JUST wide enough to pull the safety pin out. If you open it too much too quickly, things slide around, and you might have trouble putting it back together. I lost a nut that held on a piece of metal on the front, and there was no way to put it back in without compromising other parts. Fortunately, I don't need it for basic operation, and neither will you.The whole experience is MUCH better without the safety pin. For safety purposes, when I'm not using it, I simply remove the battery. That's a more effective method of ensuring it doesn't accidentally turn on... Trust me; my cats would find a way.◘◘ Don't self-diagnose. Seek professional help. ◘◘I know, you hear it all the time. Here's why, in this instance, it can be helpful. Massage Therapists often deal with a concept called "referred pain," which relates to how muscles sit in your body. For example, I sprained my ankle a few weeks back. Pain radiates all the way up the my knee, but as an average person, I wouldn't know that one spot below my knee is where manual therapy could help a ton. These things just aren't obvious to an untrained individual.As a professional, I know which muscles attach where. I know which muscles are likely implicated in certain conditions and thus may offer relief if manipulated. They may need to be stretched/strengthened at certain points in recovery, too -- so banging on them over and over won't do any good. My point is, the average joe doesn't know; that's why we rely on physiotherapists and other musculoskeletal health practitioners. My recommendation is see a professional or two about your pain and ask questions. Use that information, use what they do to treat your pain, to guide you forward on treating yourself with your percussion massager.Remember the herniated disc I had? Turns out, the biggest relief of pain in my lower back was through finding a specific point in my glutes (butt) and treating them. Dead horse point being, pain can be confusing and difficult to assess. There's always someone that can help you to figure out what's causing it, but it can be quite a journey. Anyway, that's my sermon.♣♣♣ Conclusion ♣♣♣I love the Worx Jig-saw as a percussion massager. It is a cheap and efficient solution for self-pain management. Shout out to Dr. Kim for leading me on the journey. Additional respect goes to a user from another review who told me removing the safety pin was possible.Best of luck on your journey. If you have any questions, I will try to answer in the comments.Update 02/08/2020:It's been just under a year, and I still love this thing. I wanted a larger battery for longer sessions, so I bought one on Bolo. It was $85 at the time. It's the "WORX WA3578 20V 4.0Ah Lithium Ion High Capacity Battery." I can easily do full body with this one, and it fits into the exact same charger that comes with the Worx Jigsaw.Happy Worxing!
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NOT COMPATIBLE WITH EXISTING WORX 20V BATTERIES
This tool is NOT compatible with other Worx 20V batteries as described & shown in product photos.Has anyone reading this managed to source the correct battery, or better yet an adapter for existing Worx batteries ???
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WORX WX550L 20V Power Share Axis Cordless Reciprocating & Jig Saw
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Order today to get by 7-14 business days
This item qualifies for free delivery
Imported From: United States
At BOLO, we work hard to ensure the products you receive are new, genuine, and sourced from reputable suppliers.
BOLO is not an authorized or official retailer for most brands, nor are we affiliated with manufacturers unless specifically stated on a product page. Instead, we source verified sellers, authorized distributors or directly from the manufacturer.
Each product undergoes thorough inspection and verification at our consolidation and fulfilment centers to ensure it meets our strict authenticity and quality standards before being shipped and delivered to you.
If you ever have concerns regarding the authenticity of a product purchased from us, please contact Bolo Support. We will review your inquiry promptly and, if necessary, provide documentation verifying authenticity or offer a suitable resolution.
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Description:
The Worx 20V AXIS 2-in-1 Cordless Reciprocating & Jig Saw gives you the power to tackle every cutting task with one tool. From tough materials to delicate cuts, this versatile saw can handle it all. Jig saw mode gives you precise cutting control for intricate designs and fine woodworking. When the cutting gets tougher, quickly switch to reciprocating saw mode for fast, smooth slicing through almost any material. Work faster with less strain on your hands by switching on the orbital action . Thanks to orbital cutting, this electric saw performs faster and more efficiently than standard back-and-forth saws. The AXIS has a stroke length of 3/4" (1.9 cm) to easily handle twice the material. Powerfully versatile, this jigsaw tool can slice through almost anything with precision—including wood, metal, ceramic, tile, plastic, PVC pipe, fiberglass, aluminum, copper, thin steel, tree limbs, and roots. This cordless saw gives you the freedom and flexibility to work without being tethered to a power outlet. It’s conveniently compatible with Power Share batteries. The same battery powers over 140+ 20V, 40V, and 80V lifestyle, garden, and power tools in the Power Share family. Lightweight and compact, this jig saw is comfortable to hold and easy to use with just one hand. At only 4.2 lbs., it gives you better control for intricate cuts, and lets you work longer without wearing out your hands. The integrated dust blower on this reciprocating saw keeps debris from clogging up the motor and helps clear the workspace. Cut down on trips to the hardware store. This electric saw is compatible with any standard reciprocating saw and t-shank saw blade to save you time and money. With the tool-free blade change system, you can switch out blades quickly and easily, with no extra tools necessary. The LED light illuminates your work area for better visibility when sawing in dim spaces.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Love this tool 2 in 1
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5.0 out of 5 stars This 2-in-1 reciprocating saw is the one you need.
I tried another reciprocating saw before this one and it didn’t stand up to what this one can do. This one really is the one that made my life easier. It works better than the Ego chainsaw that I bought. It saws through at least 5 inches of hard treee limbs. It made getting a tree stump out of the ground easier. It cuts through other material as well. The key is ensuring you have the right blades for the job.
5.0 out of 5 stars Great product works great
Amazing product works like the big brands I don't know for how long but feels sturdy and I love you can use it both ways thats a huge plus and what make worx stick out from other brands
4.0 out of 5 stars A great saw with more than one usage mode
I needed a saw that did more than one thing, which met my requirement. The reciprocating mode is small enough for tight spaces, and the jig-saw mode is super convenient. The included blades are a plus, but I'm not a fan of the charger; I prefer the drop-in style rather than the clip-on style.
5.0 out of 5 stars Best usefull toy
I love it. My new best friend. I feel like we can do anything. Now l want to cut everything 🤣
5.0 out of 5 stars It's a Work Horse
I just bought another Worx product from Bolo and remembered that I hadn't left a review for this item which I bought six years ago. I had middling expectations, thinking it would come in handy for quick, light duty cutting jobs. And it is the perfect tool for those jobs. But I wouldn't have imagined how many times I have reached for this thing over the years, from making jigsaw cuts in the basement to building an arbor for our back yard or to cutting tree branches like it was a chain saw. You're not going to give it a steady diet of treated 2x4's or any 4x4's but for tons of jobs around the house, this is my go-to cutting tool. And I like that longer, heavy duty Sawzall blades fit in the blade holder to help this saw punch above its weight. This has been a super handy tool for me going on six years without a hiccup.
5.0 out of 5 stars Buena calidad
De buena calidad
5.0 out of 5 stars Thanks
Thanks
Excelente cierra, potente y facil de usar.
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I bought the Worx Jigsaw to make a budget, professional percussion massager
TL;DR - Made a professional-grade percussion massager out of Worx Jig-saw. I'll post a video on how-to in the comments below, and I'll include all links for my purchases. Total cost was around $150 CAD.•• A jig-saw into a massager... what in the what now? ••I'm a Registered Massage Therapy Student who recently finished his first year of study in Calgary, Alberta. I'm in a 2200 hour program, which is heavily loaded with anatomy courses. What drew me to this product can be summed up with a short story.Back in the day, I saw George St. Pierre (the UFC champion) in a commercial for a professional-grade percussion massager called the Tim Tam. Look it up; it costs $330+ and literally looks like a Jig-Saw. Fast forward a few years. During my schooling, I saw several students using this wicked hand-held, percussion massager called the HyperIce Volt. I was curious, and I learned they were $750. Whisper quiet, super useful, but $750? I'm a poor, busted student. No way I could afford that.For perspective, I'm a former kickboxing student who was on the brink of turning pro. Through intense training, I abused my body. After several career-ending injuries (herniated discs and a severe, life altering concussion), I've switched focus to Massage Therapy. Thing is, Massage Therapy can be hard on the body in its own right. I thought, maybe I should look into percussion massagers for the purposes of self-care. Who doesn't need a remedy for forearm, pec, hip flexor... quads, hams, glutes, calves... and really any tense muscle at their fingertips?::::::CAVEAT:::: I wouldn't recommend a percussion massager of this caliber for back or neck work. Smashing against your vertebra without a deep understanding of anatomy = a bad idea and genuine recipe for disaster. I'll say it again, the NECK, SPINE are no-no's. And if you ever feel any numbness or tingling, that's not good. Stop what you're doing. Heck, if you ever feel an intense pain unlike any you've had before, STOP IMMEDIATELY and assess. You may have been pounding on a nerve.•• Why Worx... Works ••While researching the HyperIce and friends (TheraGun/TimTam), I stumbled across a YouTube video from Dr. Ben Kim, a Chiropractor from Ontario. He made a video on how to create your own professional grade percussion massager. The best part? Totally achievable for around $150 ASSUMING you already own a power drill.Being a broke student, I did a little more digging. It turned out, it was exceptionally easy to make. Best of all? It has roughly the same power as the aforementioned units, which means the same advertised "percussions per second." I bought all the parts (which I'll include down below). It took me about 5 minutes to put together. Later, I removed the locking mechanism, which took me another 5 minutes. That's about it. It's stupid easy.•• What does percussion do? ••There's some debate to this. It relates to the gate control theory of pain. In a nutshell, the repeated stimulation is written off by the brain, and therefore, the body doesn't register an intense pain response. What's happening is, you pound the muscle faster, more repetitively, and much harder than a human practitioner could, yet your brain doesn't register the pain it "should." Your muscles, in effect, get a good beating, and you reap the benefits of reduced tension.I can't tell you a percussion massager will magically erase your pain like so many solutions claim to do, but it's far and away the fastest, most effective massage tool I've used.•• DOES IT HELP? ••Let me put it this way. A few years ago, when I was dealing with my "herniated disc diagnosis," I broke the motors on two $50 hand-held massagers trying to dig into my spine for relief. I tried foam rolling, I tried lacrosse ball rolling, and I tried something called the Theracane. All of those provided SOME relief, but nothing comes close to the Worx.The Worx Jigsaw is so powerful, it would break me before I broke it. Frankly, it's awesome, and I couldn't be more thrilled with its performance for the price.•• Okay, so what are the down sides? ••I consider the down-sides minimal because I don't plan on using this device in clinical practice.1. The battery life isn't "professional grade"◘ The battery lasts around 20 minutes depending on how much you're power you're pumping out. Compare that to the Theragun, which lasts around 75 minutes. This makes sense because the Theragun was designed for clinical practice, and it, therefore, demands a long-lasting battery to serve multiple clients per day. For self-care, I can easily hit every muscle group I need to in 20 minutes. The charging doesn't take long, really. Couple hours at most.Update 02/08/2020:So that I could do longer sessions, I bought the "WORX WA3578 20V 4.0Ah Lithium Ion High Capacity Battery." I can easily do full body with this one, and it fits into the charger that comes standard with this Worx Jigsaw.2. It's LOUD◘ It's real loud. Again, you wouldn't use this thing in a quiet clinic setting. The HyperIce volt, on the other hand, is SUPER quiet. Like ghost farting on a roaring subway quiet. If you were treating clients or planned on massaging yourself at a funeral, the Worx Jig-saw isn't for you.3. It lacks affordable, customized heads for different jobs◘ On Bolo, you can buy heads specifically for the Worx to be used as a massager. I tried a couple and wasn't thrilled with the quality. But honestly, you don't really need a variety of heads for this thing to be effective. I wouldn't want to use a deep tissue head on something this powerful.4. It can't hit every target because it ain't easy to hold in all positions◘ Although the percussion massager is AMAZING for legs, it's difficult to apply to your own back. Having someone else do back for you? Not a great idea considering the proximity of your spinal muscles to your vertebra. I wouldn't recommend giving somebody who isn't trained in anatomy a power tool and pointing it near my spine.In terms of self-application, the Worx is great for the following areas: arms, pecs, and shoulders, but it's best used for hips, legs, and if you're flexible and imaginative -- glutes.•• The Up-sides? ••1. The Price◘ For $150, you get the most powerful massager on the market that should be just as effective as those SIGNIFICANTLY more expensive. And it's not just me. Many people have caught on to this. Heck, type in percussion massager in Bolo. There are people selling repackaged Worx that they "upgraded" themselves for $500+. They even have their own brand names. There are multiple businesses doing it.2. The effectiveness◘ I talked about it above, but the Worx legitimately works. The power is awesome. After all, it's a friggen power tool, and it legitimately relaxes your muscles faster and (arguably) better than many massage therapists could. It doesn't have "settings" like the theragun/hyperice. Instead, the more you pull the trigger, the more powerful it is. Personally, I like it that way; although, it adds a little unintended variability sometimes. Still, I don't consider it problem enough to consider paying $500 more.3. Speaking of heads◘ Remember how I said you can't use customized heads too easily? I don't really care because a lacrosse ball head is all I really need. Technically, you can use any ball you can drill a hole into, but I recommend lacrosse due to its hardness.♠ The only real issue with a lacrosse ball is that at the highest percussion levels, its rubbery surface will catch hairs and cause a burning sensation; although, it won't outright rip them off, so there's that. If you're an overly hairy mammoth, it could be an issue. An easy way to deal with this is to place a small layer of fabric between you and the muscle. You could use a thin kitchen towel or even a throw blanket. Whatever you have on hand should help.♠ I've seen some people use those spiky dryer balls from dollar stores, and I'm sure you could come up with other ideas.4. Dealing with the noise◘ I use two methods to deal with the noise:1) I put in noise cancelling headphones and go to town.2) I bought ear plugs and some $20 noise reducing earmuffs (construction grade) to dampen sound for peopleI'm working on. I've used it on several people with this method, and they have no issue with the sound.•• What you need to build it! ••I'll link Dr. Kim's video on how to below, but this is what you'll need:- The Worx Jigsaw- A 1/4 or 3/8 power extension bit (I recommend 3/8 for the tightest fit). I went and bought a pack of 3 at Home Hardware.- A Reciprotools Reciprocating Saw Tool Adapter- An ordinary lacrosse ball- A power drill, otherwise you can't drill into the ball, nor drill the 3/8 extension bit into the ball. If you don't have one, you should honestly get one anyway. They're too useful in everyday life.•• TIPS ON ASSEMBLY ••◘ I had problems with my lacrosse ball falling off the 1/4 power extension bit when percussing at full power, so I went with the 3/8. It was a little harder to fit the ball onto, but here's how I did it. Dr. Kim recommends drilling into the ball with a 5/16 drill bit about halfway into the ball. I found that I couldn't get the fat head of the 3/8's in, so I drilled very shallowly into the ball opening with a 3/8's drill bit. Then I put the 3/8 power extender into the drill and drilled it all the way down to the center of the ball. It was more difficult than fitting in the smaller 1/4, but I haven't had the ball come off in almost a year of use, so the larger extension bit has worked perfectly.◘ The reciprotools may not lock in when you insert it into the Jigsaw. A quick pull of the trigger, and it locks instantly.◘ Those are my only tips. You should be able to figure it out from Dr. Kim's video, which I'll place in the comments.•• Pro Tip ••One irritating feature about the Worx as a percussion massager is that it has a safety lock. You have to press and hold it down WHILE pulling the trigger. This can be awkward and downright impossible with one hand, especially for smaller users.The good news? You can manually remove the safety pin. To accomplish this, you have to unscrew the Worx and SLOWLY open it JUST wide enough to pull the safety pin out. If you open it too much too quickly, things slide around, and you might have trouble putting it back together. I lost a nut that held on a piece of metal on the front, and there was no way to put it back in without compromising other parts. Fortunately, I don't need it for basic operation, and neither will you.The whole experience is MUCH better without the safety pin. For safety purposes, when I'm not using it, I simply remove the battery. That's a more effective method of ensuring it doesn't accidentally turn on... Trust me; my cats would find a way.◘◘ Don't self-diagnose. Seek professional help. ◘◘I know, you hear it all the time. Here's why, in this instance, it can be helpful. Massage Therapists often deal with a concept called "referred pain," which relates to how muscles sit in your body. For example, I sprained my ankle a few weeks back. Pain radiates all the way up the my knee, but as an average person, I wouldn't know that one spot below my knee is where manual therapy could help a ton. These things just aren't obvious to an untrained individual.As a professional, I know which muscles attach where. I know which muscles are likely implicated in certain conditions and thus may offer relief if manipulated. They may need to be stretched/strengthened at certain points in recovery, too -- so banging on them over and over won't do any good. My point is, the average joe doesn't know; that's why we rely on physiotherapists and other musculoskeletal health practitioners. My recommendation is see a professional or two about your pain and ask questions. Use that information, use what they do to treat your pain, to guide you forward on treating yourself with your percussion massager.Remember the herniated disc I had? Turns out, the biggest relief of pain in my lower back was through finding a specific point in my glutes (butt) and treating them. Dead horse point being, pain can be confusing and difficult to assess. There's always someone that can help you to figure out what's causing it, but it can be quite a journey. Anyway, that's my sermon.♣♣♣ Conclusion ♣♣♣I love the Worx Jig-saw as a percussion massager. It is a cheap and efficient solution for self-pain management. Shout out to Dr. Kim for leading me on the journey. Additional respect goes to a user from another review who told me removing the safety pin was possible.Best of luck on your journey. If you have any questions, I will try to answer in the comments.Update 02/08/2020:It's been just under a year, and I still love this thing. I wanted a larger battery for longer sessions, so I bought one on Bolo. It was $85 at the time. It's the "WORX WA3578 20V 4.0Ah Lithium Ion High Capacity Battery." I can easily do full body with this one, and it fits into the exact same charger that comes with the Worx Jigsaw.Happy Worxing!
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NOT COMPATIBLE WITH EXISTING WORX 20V BATTERIES
This tool is NOT compatible with other Worx 20V batteries as described & shown in product photos.Has anyone reading this managed to source the correct battery, or better yet an adapter for existing Worx batteries ???
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