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Makita XRJ05Z 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless Recipro Saw

Makita XRJ05Z 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless Recipro Saw, Tool Only
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WHAT A TOOL ! Being a Carpenter & Joiner occasionally there’s only one tool to do a certain job . This Brand is always my go too as I have a lot of 18 volt Lxt lithium batteries already for all my cordless tools . But as a demolition tool on any thing wood /metal this is your tool ! It’s almost as if it’s so easy for it too rip through fence panels / fence posts . Also great for shifting heavy foliage / limbs of trees with the wide choice of various types of cutting blades . Including metal . It whips through just about anything in seconds . Battery life lasts very well considering how powerful it is . Light in its weight so very easy to handle. I’ve had mine 6/7 years now with no issues Highly recommended

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