Reciprocating saws have become an increasingly popular choice amongst the trade, they use a backwards and forwards motion to cut horizontally. Makita have a variety of different cordless reciprocating saws to choose from ranging from 10.8V – Twin 36V. There 18V range is the most popular choice including the following models: DJR187, DJR188, DJR186, DJR183 and DJR185, the DJR187 and DJR188 are brushless models that both give a 255mm capacity in wood and 130mm in steel pipe. The Makita DJR186 is a very popular choice with tradesman, it too will cut 255mm in wood and 130mm in pipe using a brushed motor and a tool-less blade change ability. All Makita reciprocating saws come with a variable speed function as standard making them much more versatile.