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Bosch GST 18V-155 BC: bow handle with blade guidance
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The Bosch GST 18V-155 BC is a brushless top handle jigsaw from Bosch Professional's 18 V range. Bosch puts its emphasis on precision: a blade guidance system that stops the blade bending in tight curves, plus a drop control feature and a large blade ejection lever. It suits joiners, kitchen fitters and DIYers who want clean, square cuts and prefer the familiar bow handle layout.
- Handle
- Bow (top) handle
- Orbital action
- Not stated
- Dust
- Extraction nozzle and hood
- Weight
- 2.02 kg
- In the box
- 2 blades, splinter guard, extraction parts
In its favour
- The listing says the blade guidance prevents bending even in small curves.
- A large blade ejection lever and drop control feature are listed.
- Two precision wood blades, an anti-splinter guard and extraction parts are included.
Good to know
- The listing does not state the number of orbital settings.
- No battery or charger is included with the saw.
Our take
Blade guidance
The listing says the saw blade guidance prevents blade bending even in small curves. Blade deflection is the main reason jigsaw cuts come out out of square in thick timber or worktops. A guide that supports the blade close to the shoe keeps the cut vertical, which saves time sanding or planing edges afterwards.
Bosch describes the tool as built to master the most demanding cuts in any position.
Handling and controls
The top handle gripping area and variable speed trigger are listed for full control. Most DIY users learn on this style, so there is little adjustment needed. The listing gives a weight of 2.02 kg, similar to the DeWalt DCS335N.
The listing does not state the number of orbital stages, so check the manual if pendulum control is important to you.
Blade change and dust
A large blade ejection lever pops out hot blades without you touching them, and a drop control feature is listed alongside it. Bosch includes an external dust extraction nozzle and a dust extraction hood, so you can connect a vacuum or extractor for cleaner work indoors.
What is in the box
You get a T 144 DP precision wood blade, a T 308 BP precision wood blade, an anti-splinter guard and the extraction parts. The anti-splinter guard is worth fitting for laminate and veneered boards. No battery or charger is included, so it suits existing Bosch 18 V or AMPShare users.
Choosing within Bosch
The GST 18V-125 B is lighter and lists four stage orbital action and speed selection, but it does not describe the same blade guidance. If precise curves and square edges are the priority, the 155 BC is the better tool. The DeWalt DCS335N is the main rival for users who prefer a body grip.
Verdict
Buy the GST 18V-155 BC if you want a top handle jigsaw built for accuracy, with blade guidance, easy blade ejection and extraction parts included. If you prefer a body grip, look at the DeWalt DCS335N, and if you want a lighter Bosch with clearly stated orbital stages, the GST 18V-125 B is the alternative.
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Amazon listing title: Bosch PRO Cordless Jigsaw GST 18V-155 BC