The JawSaw

Product Description

WORX's JawSaw endeavors to make limbing and trimming efforts--which help the arrival of fall suck even more--slightly less of a pain in the ass. Part pruner, part chainsaw, the JawSaw's extendable handle and electrical... [Read more]

Top Reviews

It Worx, but it's not easy to use.
by Road Warrior (3 out of 5 stars)
September 27, 2011

I bought the JawSaw after I saw the infomercial because I had some trees at our restaurant and in our yard that I wanted to trim. I already have a chain saw, but I was attracted to the extension pole as a means of reaching branches that I couldn't reach with my current chain saw. I figured the $149 purchase price was a reasonable investment because it was less than the tree trimmer would charge me.

The JawSaw seems to be well-constructed and is able to cut through branches that are up to 4 inches thick. Unlike a standard chain saw which has an exposed blade, the JawSaw protects the user from potential harm by recessing the saw inside the jaws. The cutting ability is limited to a 4-inch cut because of the fixed size of the jaw opening. I also used the JawSaw to cut through tree roots that were exposed at ground level. However, the JawSaw is surprisingly heavy, despite the fact that it is electric and has no gas tank. This is especially true if the extension pole is used. I work out with weights regularly, yet my shoulders were very sore for 2 days after using the JawSaw to trim just 2 large trees. In fact, I elected to wait until the following weekend to trim the other trees.

Another shortcoming in the design is the need to pull on the shaft and push on the handle to make the saw move/slice through the opening of the jaw opening. You don't really see this in the infomercial. This required action is difficult and reduces the actual reach (with or without the extension pole) because one hand needs to be on the shaft grip, which cuts down substantially on the overall reach. Lastly, because of the location of the motor and jaw structure, it is difficult and cumbersome to make neat cuts in tight spaces within the tree.

Overall, I would recommend the product but only with the understanding of its design shortcomings.
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Yes and No
by L. Manzell (3 out of 5 stars)
June 22, 2014

I am a single woman who loves her tools because it saves me $ and I have had this saw for several years now. I like that I do not have to use my larger chain saw for smaller branches, which is a dangerous combination. The jaw saw makes this work much safer.

What I have been finding is that debris collects in the jaws especially if the saw is being used to cut branches that are higher than my height and the saw is angled upwards. The oil keeps the branch debris sticky so it is less likely to fall out of the gear box, even with tapping the saw after each cut. The gear box is easily opened for cleaning and repositioning, and tensioning the blade.

Also, the chain continously jumps off the gear, even though I am adjusting the tension of the blade. Perhaps this happens because of the debris that piles up in the gear box. I often clean out the debris, which does interrupt the process of cutting and I make sure that the oil well is full, as the oil depleats quickly. Having a well oiled machine does not bother me. All Chain saws need to be well oiled. Stopping to replace the blade back on to the gear DOES bother me a lot. I have tried leaving the blade tension a bit looser and tightening it as much as I can. Either way it does not seem to help to prevent the blade from jumping off the gear after several uses. Perhaps someone here can give me some advice about this? In addition, I have found that the debris from smaller live branches makes this occur more often than the debris from dead ones.

I tried to use the extension arm several times. Using it on high branches requires more upper body strength than I have, especially after the cut is made and the branch falls. I find it too dangerous for me. The saw is a bit heavy on the end of the extension arm. When I can, I use a well secured and positioned ladder to accomplish cutting of higher branches.

I gave this saw 3 stars because it is much safer to use on small branches than a large chain saw. It can be faster than trying to use a lopper scissor cutter because it can cut more than one small branch at a time. The time saved however, is minimized by constant cleaning of debris which pile up in the gear box which may or may not cause the blade to jump off the the gear and its track which, for me, happens consistently after several uses. The extension arm, which looks great on the ads, really is not safe to use unless you have a great deal of upper body strength to control the saw after the cut is made.
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Paid for itself twice already.
by Cecil (5 out of 5 stars)
May 5, 2018

Already paid for itself, twice at least.

I got it early in the evening and checked out the instructions, put the oil in it, then took off the bar and chain.

Found the oil pump hole by pumping the handle up and down. Laid the bar down flat and used my grease gun to grease the chainwheel sprocket holes at the tip of the bar. Smeared a very, very light film of grease on the chain drive sprocket and the lobe of the adjuster cam. Wiped off any accumulated excess. Put a couple of drops of oil down the chainguides on the bar. Put it all back together and chain adjustment checked like the instructions said. Seemed pretty tight but I went with it.
A note though: while my attention was on not cutting my fingers on the chain I cut a finger on the teeth on the jaws which are sharp.

I broke it in by running it for 3 minutes like the instructions hinted, but I pumped it up and down also. Wiped off excess grease that came out of the chainwheel sprocket holes.

According to the Farmer's Almanac pruning to discourage growth was on for the next 3 days.
(Lucky me)

I used it mostly to cut down Groundsel trees that had taken over my backyard.

Also cut a Laurel Oak, two or three Maples, some Popcorn trees and a limb off a Bitter Orange tree. (That was a tough one)

The jaws saved me some embarrassment by not being able to accommodate a large clay flowering pot hidden in the weeds.

I was able to cut the trees down close enough to the ground that a lawn mower would have no problem going over the stumps.

The operation was clean enough, no sawdust got on me and the tool itself remained clean even though I was cutting at near ground level.

The chain didn't fall off and it didn't hang up in the wood. (I must be blessed)

It uses very little oil, still got half a tank of the thin stuff showing in the indicator window.

The chain stayed adjusted throughout.

I've never worked with a chainsaw that needed less attention than this one.

As long as the trees were falling away from the upper large jaw the cuts were fast and efficient.

Out of the 3 days I cut wood for about 5 hours. (What? I'm not a glutton for punishment)

Besides, there is a window of time were the no-seeums and mosquitoes give up trying to feast on me.
(But I still ran out of OFF on the last day)

Some of the Groundsel trees were captured by a scuppernong vine (Another day, man I need to exercise or something)
I didn't use the extension bar.
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Five stars for the saw itself, three for the extension handle.
by R. Stoer (4 out of 5 stars)
November 21, 2011

I purchased the JawSaw to use in combination with my gas chain saw to prune several trees damaged by a recent storm. Some of the branches were 20' off the ground and I won't climb a tree with a conventional chain saw. Since none of the high branches were over four inches in diameter, it looked like the JawSaw, powered by my generator, might be what I needed to get the job done. Here's what I found...

Pros:

For those concerned this is some sort of toy, it's not. It will readily cut through any branch that fits in its jaws and it seems built well enough to serve the homeowner for years.

It's extremely safe compared to any other chain saw, or even a hedge trimmer. Almost anyone could operate it and still have all their body parts afterward.

Using the saw without the extension is just about as easy as it looks on TV (which is to say "very easy"). Also, as shown on the infomercial, the jaws work well at preventing the blade from touching the dirt. This allows the user to quickly cut-up limbs lying on the ground, without the risk of dulling the blade.

Cons:

When used with the extension handle the saw is very top-heavy and clumsy. It's Ok for a few branches but you'll quickly tire of using it in this manner. I usually found it easier to climb higher in the tree and use the saw alone. Still, for the price difference, it pays to get the extension, as it did come in handy a few times.

Summary:

In general, it works great for what it's designed to do. Although it cuts slightly slower than a gas chain saw, it's much safer and easier to use. I'd buy it again.
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works fine, good value
by russell u neff iii (3 out of 5 stars)
March 12, 2012

I have used chains saws for 40 years.

its quiet. The chain stays on pretty well when cutting

bush, but when it comes off its ackward to put

back on. as far as the extention, its too top heavy !

BUT FOR THE INEXPERIENCED, this thing is far

SAFER than a regular gas powered saw ! ZERO kickback

and no danger of the chain flying back when it pops off.
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Old fogey buys new fangled saw
by Galahad (5 out of 5 stars)
April 18, 2014

I'm 70 years old, weak from a victorious battle with Leukemia, and wasn't able to use conventional loppers ti trim our palm trees. I was searching for "powered loppers" but couldn't find anything. My wife remembered something about a chain saw with jaws so I found the Worx.

My palms are now pruned and look great, due to this wonderful machine!!!

As old and as weak as I am, sure, it is a bit heavy when holding it up high, but once FIRMLY in position my part was done and with a little squeeze and push the frond was down. And these aren't wimpy little fronds, these are thorned 5" X 1/2" fronds. I even trimmed back a few of last years that were a bit long.

So, because the chain is dry when new, after filling the saw with oil I cycled the handle half a dozen times before I started. A dry chain causes a myriad of problems that I didn't want to face.

When using it I think the key to success is to make absolutely sure that the jaws are FIRMLY IN PLACE before engaging the saw. Chain saws don't cut curves and if the limb slips to an angle after the guide is into the wood the chain is likely to bind or come off the guide. And, probably above all, LET THE SAW DO THE WORK and just keep a light, steady pressure on the handle.

Used correctly this is an amazing tool.
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This is a cool concept but the only benefit I can see
by Mike (2 out of 5 stars)
September 9, 2017

Having growing up on 110 acres I am use to handling all kinds of tree trimming equipment. This is a cool concept but the only benefit I can see, is it cuts branches on the ground without having to prop the branch up for clearance. With the exstension, it is heavier than a pole saw. I have a lot of worx equipment and love them all, but you would be better off getting either a electric chain saw ( also sold by worxs) which is a lot lighter, or a pole saw ( depending on your project)

It's just a little to heavy for a large projects. Hope this helps.
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WORX As Advertised
by D.Everett (5 out of 5 stars)
December 31, 2014

Needed a saw to trim small low limbs on the trees in my yard. The WORX WG308 6-Inch 5-Amp Electric Jaw Saw with Extension Handle is just what the doctor ordered. I purchased this reluctantly after reading some of the reviews from people that purchased this saw, stating that the chain kept coming off and that it was hard to use. It did not take long after using it, and I had absolutely no regrets.

First let me start off by saying that if you are not familiar with the principles of chain saw use or not in fair physical shape, this is not the product for you. It has to be used properly. When using, you must keep it held straight and not at an angle. If used with a tight chain, held straight and properly push the handle inward while cutting, the chain will not keep coming off. When I say that you need to be in fair physical shape, I don't mean that you must be an athlete. I am 57 years old and about 175 pounds and had back surgery about 2 1/2 months ago, and I had no trouble trimming all the low hanging small limbs from a very large white oak in my yard. I had more trouble bending over to clean up the mess that using this saw. I can see though how some people would be unable to physically use this saw, as it does take a fair amount of work to use.

The saw is easier to use without the extension handle. Cutting up limbs on the ground is nearly effortless, with no bending over required while cutting. Using the extension handle is just a little harder. The most difficult part using the handle is balancing it while extending it over to the limb. Once on the limb, it can rest on the limb while cutting and then requires moderate strength to hold on to the long handle saw once the limb cuts through. I was able to get to limbs around 15 feet off the ground standing half way up on a 8 foot ladder with little problem. 4 inch limbs are the biggest that can be cut with this saw. WARNING: Do not use regular type bar & chain oil with this saw like what is used with regular chain saws. Use a light weight bar & chain oil or the oil line to the saw will not feed properly. Electric saws require the light weight bar & chain oils similar to the oil that came with the saw.

This was my first electric tree saw. I was a die hard gas chain saw man. After using this saw, I am considering getting an electric chain saw as well. Much less weight and noise. No gas to hassle with and gum up in it. My needs will be met using electric saws in the future.
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Works exactly how I need it to
by M. Morgan (5 out of 5 stars)
September 16, 2013

I saw the infomercial and liked the 'idea' of this chainsaw. I'm always skeptical of products on infomercials, so I did a lot of research before purchasing. A friend has 3 Worx power tools (not the Jawsaw) and has been very happy will all of them. So, I didn't worry about the quality. I read reviews on Amazon and Worx - taking in the positive and the negative. I also researched other brands which were less expensive, but I really like the design of the Jawsaw.

I used it for the first time today. The instructions are very straightforward, but must be followed. You have to check the chain tension before you start using it & fill it with the oil. Setting the chain tension is easy just taking 2 steps. I let the chainsaw run for 3 minutes with no load and checked the tension again before cutting - it was perfect.

It cut through 4" limbs with no problem. I cut oak, maple and Bradford pears with ease. I really like that you can cut limbs laying directly on the ground. This makes it much easier to get the limbs to the required length for our city's limb pick up.

Installing the extension handle is easy, but does take a little dexterity. Yes, using the extension pole is physically demanding it you're not in great shape since all the weight it at one end. If you pace yourself and not try to do a bunch of high limbs in a row, you won't have any problems. I found the easiest way is to lift the Jawsaw to the limb you're wanting to cut, let it rest on the limb and then engage the motor. I had no problems doing it this way.

In the Worx paperwork, it says it has a 2 year warranty, but when I registered it online I was given a 3 year warranty. I'm not too worried about the durability because it seems well made and I'll only use it a few times a year. Plus, I take good care of my power tools.

The Jawsaw will not replace a regular chainsaw. I do have to cut limbs thicker than 4", but I have a good Craftsman chainsaw for heavier duty work. I'll use the 2 together.

Overall, I'm really happy with my purchase. I know this will make my tree cutting much easier and safer.
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saw blade stuck in the jaw
by Ann (4 out of 5 stars)
April 22, 2014

I cut one branch (3") and it worked great. I started to cut another branch (3") and the saw got stuck in the top part of the jaw, where it can't cut, and I can't get it out. The manufacturer replaced this, and it appears that the problem may have been my not using it correctly, despite having read the instructions several times. The saw works nicely, but the extension handle makes it much too heavy to use.

UPDATE: I upgraded this to 4 stars. You have to remember to push the handle in to get the blade to cut (rather than trying to move the saw down through the cut). The weight makes the extension handle unusable, but if you can reach the bough, this makes easy work. Because the bough is cradled in the jaw, once it is latched on, it doesn't move. I even use it on the ground to cut through branches because the jay prevents the blade from hitting the dirt. I love this saw.

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