SKIL JS313101 Saw Red
- Saw
- 4 inches
- 600 watts
- Corded electric
- Better rated than 62%
- More reviewed than 62%
A capable corded jigsaw for general wood cutting at 600 watts and 3000 RPM, well suited to shop or home use near a power source.
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How it ranks among the 265 saws we track
4.7★ across 645 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
645 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
100+ bought on Amazon last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
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Overview
Skil's JS313101 is a corded jigsaw built around a 600 watt motor and 3000 RPM output, with a 4 inch cutting capacity for wood and general material work. At roughly 9.3 inches long and wide, it stays compact for a corded tool.
This is a straightforward electric jigsaw rather than a specialty cutting tool, aimed at people who need a plug in saw for curved and straight cuts without managing a battery. The 600 watt motor and 3000 RPM speed sit in the mid range for corded jigsaws, and the compact roughly 9 by 9 inch footprint keeps it easy to store.
- 600 watt motor
- 3000 RPM speed
- 4 inch cutting capacity
- High speed steel construction
Who it's for
Homeowners and DIYers doing occasional wood cutting near an outlet, not tradespeople who need cordless mobility on a job site.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Consistent corded power output
- Compact 9.3 inch footprint
- 4 inch cutting capacity for general work
- Corded design limits mobility
- Blade type not specified beyond material
- No case or accessories listed
Performance notes
The 600 watt motor drives the blade at up to 3000 RPM, which governs how fast it can cut through the rated 4 inch capacity. Being corded, output stays constant regardless of charge level, though the cord limits reach and requires a nearby outlet.
Specifications
| Brand | Skil |
|---|---|
| Model | JS313101 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Dimensions | 9.3 × 3 × 9.3 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 4 inches |
| Speed | 3000 rpm |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Motor Power | 600 watts |
| Power Source | Corded electric |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | High Speed Steel |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in saws.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| SKIL JS313101 Saw RedThis product | 4.7 / 5 | 645 | 4.2 / 5 |
| DEWALT DCS334B SawDeWalt | 4.8 / 5 | 9,477 | 4.7 / 5 |
| Milwaukee 2719-20 SawMILWAUKEE | 4.8 / 5 | 6,485 | 4.5 / 5 |
| BLACK+DECKER BDEJS600C SawBLACK+DECKER | 4.7 / 5 | 11,123 | 4.5 / 5 |
| PORTER-CABLE PCC670B SawPORTER-CABLE | 4.7 / 5 | 4,100 | 4.4 / 5 |
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Questions about the Skil JS313101
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What is the cutting capacity of the Skil JS313101?
It is rated for a 4 inch cutting capacity.
Is the Skil JS313101 corded or cordless?
It runs on corded electric power, drawing 600 watts.
How fast does the Skil JS313101 cut?
Its motor spins at up to 3000 RPM.