Jigsaws excel at cutting curves in wood and metal—but there's plenty more in their repertoire. If you don't have a jigsaw yet, here are seven reasons we think you should add one to your toolbox, stat.

My jigsaw often sits for months, just gathering dust. But then I’ll need to cut out an intricate pattern for a hobby project, saw into a countertop to install a kitchen sink or cut material like thin ...