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Chainsaw vs reciprocating saw: which should you use for your yard project?

Chainsaw vs reciprocating saw.

Chainsaw vs. reciprocating saw: At first glance, this seems like a comparison of two totally different types of tools—one for cutting trees and the other for home improvement.

However, some gardeners now use a reciprocating saw instead of a chainsaw to prune thick tree branches and perform other tasks around the yard. I’ve written this article to clarify which yard jobs can be accomplished using a reciprocating saw – and which jobs are best left to a chainsaw.

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