Shopsmith 18" Jigsaw in "Blade Runner" Mode

The Shopsmith 18" jigsaw was the state of the art for many years, though it was later replaced for scroll and fretwork by constant-tension scroll saws. As we saw last week it's a fine jigsaw, but this we will explore the first of two neat tricks it can perform, and that is it can be used as a saber saw, or as some would call it, a "BladeRunner X2". If you missed the original video you can catch it here:    • Video   🔴 Subscribe to the channel here: https://tinyurl.com/xz44rxmu ✅ Visit http://www.MyGrowthRings.com and join the conversation by becoming a FREE Channel Member! Details under "Explore Channel Membership". Here are links to a few of the products I used or discussed in this video: 🛒 This is my go-to saber saw blade, which I mentioned in the video as having "Japanese saw-type teeth" from Bosch: https://amzn.to/3wFN0Un That said, I also used this blade, which tends to be priced slightly less: https://amzn.to/3wnoNSP 5pack 🛒 Here's a good all-around assortment of Bosch saber saw blades that includes both wood and metal cutting blades if you want to try a few different blades out. This set includes ONE of the above blades, which is my go-to: https://amzn.to/3wn1I2l 🛒 Here are some Shopsmith Jigsaws that are currently available on eBay: https://ebay.us/WD7nGf 🛒 3D printed aftermarket yoke (shown in vid) for Shopsmith 18" jigsaw: https://ebay.us/KcBLtY 🛒 My favorite 9" long T-handle "Shopsmith Toolbox" 5/32" Hex Wrench: https://amzn.to/3sm3NcJ 🛒 Here's the oil I use in the jigsaw oil bath: https://amzn.to/34VbMDK 🛒 My favorite apron, which I'm wearing in this vid: https://amzn.to/2SzMd8B And I have no idea where they got that photo of me for the listing. 🛒 Finally, here's the awesome stainless steel "Sharpie" I carry: https://amzn.to/3zwNvBT Just for fun: 🎬 Here's the Rockwell BladeRunner X2 Infomercial:    • BladeRunner X2 | Project Ideas   🛒 The Rockwell BladeRunner X2 on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3vpFQSE 🎬 Here's the Worx Bladerunner X2 Informercial:    • WORX BladeRunner X2 | Product Preview   🛒 The Worx BladeRunner X2 on Amazon:https://amzn.to/2TtnmDM It looks like neither of these is available with variable speed, so I still say your best bet is the Shopsmith jigsaw. Join this channel to get access to perks:    / @mygrowthrings   Visit http://www.MyGrowthRings.com Follow on Instagram @MyGrowthRings I also blog at and http://shopsmith-tool-hunter.blogspot... A few viewers have requested I provide affiliate links to help them find the products I use and as a way of supporting the channel through commission. For example, as an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases made through the links I provide. If you purchase a product or service through these links, there is NO additional charge to you. I always recommend shopping around for a better price. Thank you for supporting My Growth Rings! #ShopsmithJigsaw #TotalShopJigsaw #BladeRunnerX2