Reciprocating GA97705 Saw
- Saw
- 6 inches
- 300 watts
- Battery
The GA97705 reads as a standard 20 volt reciprocating saw with a 6 inch cutting capacity and 3000 RPM stroke speed, reasonable for occasional cordless cutting rather than heavy production work.
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How it ranks among the 265 saws we track
4.5★ across 32 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
32 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
100+ bought on Amazon last month.
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Overview
GA97705 is a cordless reciprocating saw on a 20 volt battery platform, rated to 3000 strokes per minute with a 300 watt motor. The listing gives a 6 inch cutting capacity and names the material as high speed steel.
Specs point to a fairly conventional 20 volt reciprocating saw, quick enough at 3000 strokes per minute for framing lumber, branches and similar stock rather than fine work. The high speed steel material noted in the listing reads as a durability marker more than a performance one. At roughly 3 by 7 by 15 inches, it is sized like a compact one handed saw rather than a full demolition tool.
- 20 volt battery powered
- 3000 RPM, 300 watt motor
- 6 inch cutting capacity
- Material listed as high speed steel
Who it's for
Fits someone who wants a battery-powered reciprocating saw for occasional cutting, demolition, pruning or plumbing rough work on a 20 volt platform. Less suited to anyone needing corded, continuous power for all-day production cutting.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- 6 inch rated cutting capacity
- 3000 RPM stroke speed
- Compact 15 inch overall length
- Cordless 20 volt battery platform
- Battery pack and runtime not specified
- 300 watt motor is modest for heavy demolition
Performance notes
At 3000 strokes per minute and 300 watts, this saw sits in typical territory for a compact cordless reciprocating model, quick enough for pruning and rough demolition without being a heavy framing tool. The listed 6 inch cutting capacity caps the stock size it handles in one pass, and since battery pack details are not specified, runtime and torque depend on whatever pack is used.
Specifications
| Brand | Reciprocating |
|---|---|
| Model | GA97705 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Dimensions | 3 × 7 × 15 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 6 inches |
| Speed | 3000 rpm |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Motor Power | 300 watts |
| Power Source | Battery |
| Voltage | 20 volts |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reciprocating GA97705 SawThis product | 4.5 / 5 | 32 | 3.8 / 5 |
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| SKIL 5280-01 SawSkil | 4.7 / 5 | 14,300 | 4.6 / 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 |
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Questions about the Reciprocating GA97705
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What is the cutting capacity of the GA97705 saw?
It is listed at 6 inches, which governs the largest stock it can cut through in a single pass.
Is the GA97705 corded or cordless?
It runs on a 20 volt battery, not a cord, according to the listed power source.
What material does the GA97705 blade use?
The listing specifies high speed steel.