Reciprocating Saw
Also known as
Sawzall, Recip Saw, Demo Saw
Used for
Fast demolition and rough cutting — removing scenic flats, cutting through decking, trimming lumber on site, and cutting through fasteners embedded in wood or metal during strike.
Trade note
"Sawzall" is a Milwaukee Tool brand name (introduced 1951) for their reciprocating saw that became the generic term across construction and production trades, much like Crescent or Fein Tool.
Direct answer
Reciprocating Saw is used for fast demolition and rough cutting — removing scenic flats, cutting through decking, trimming lumber on site, and cutting through fasteners embedded in wood or metal during strike. It is also known as Sawzall, Recip Saw, Demo Saw. Trade note: "Sawzall" is a Milwaukee Tool brand name (introduced 1951) for their reciprocating saw that became the generic term across construction and production trades, much like Crescent or Fein Tool.
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