Features
- Includes multiple blades for different materials
- U-shank design for quick blade changes
- Compact and lightweight
Specifications
| Set Contents | M 3456 XF Progressor blade for wood and metal |
| Pack Quantity | 5 |
| Total Length (In) | 3.63; 2.75 |
| Shank Type | U-shank |
| Intended Materials | Wood and metal |
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Assortment of U-shank jig saw blades intended for cutting wood and metal. The set includes multiple blade types to accommodate different materials. Pack contains five blades of varying lengths.
Model Number: U502A5
Project Ideas
Business
Custom Wood + Metal Signage
Offer bespoke shop/home signs: wood backers with jig-sawn metal lettering or logos. The blade set lets you switch between materials quickly for prototyping and production. Sell locally to small businesses and via Etsy with add-ons like backlighting and protective finishes.
Local Topographic Art Studio
Specialize in layered lake, river, and neighborhood maps for your region. Use wood blades for contour layers and metal blades for water/road highlights or nameplates. Monetize via made-to-order pieces, upsells for framing, and premium personalization (coordinates, dates).
Personalized Inlay Gift Line
Produce cutting/charcuterie boards and plaques with metal monograms, logos, or milestones inlaid into wood. Market as wedding, realtor closing, and corporate gifts with bulk discounts. Streamlined blade changes help you batch wood prep and metal inlay cutting efficiently.
On‑Site Cutout and Trim Service
Provide a mobile service for contractors and homeowners: precise cutouts in wood cabinets, countertops, and thin sheet metal (vents, register covers, access panels). The U‑shank blades make fast material switches, reducing downtime on jobs. Charge per cut or hourly with trip fees.
Workshops + DIY Kits
Teach weekend classes on mixed-material jigsaw techniques and sell take-home kits. Include pre-marked wood blanks, thin metal sheets, hardware, and a sampler of blades from the set. Revenue comes from class fees, kit sales, and affiliate upsells on tools and finishes.
Creative
Layered Lake/Topo Map Art
Cut stacked plywood layers for elevation lines with the wood blades, then add thin sheet-metal layers for water features or accents using the metal blades. The U-shank quick swaps make it easy to alternate materials as you build the contour effect. Frame and finish with stains and blues for a striking mixed-media wall piece.
Charcuterie Board with Metal Inlay
Cut monograms or simple motifs from thin aluminum or brass with the metal blades, then recess the same shapes into a hardwood board cut with the wood blades. Glue and sand flush for a tactile inlay that won’t chip like paint. Oil-finish for food-safe presentation-ready boards.
Kinetic Garden Whirligig
Create a wooden hub and arms with the wood blades, then cut thin metal petals or vanes with the metal blades for durability and sparkle. Assemble on a simple rod-and-bearing setup so it spins in the breeze. Paint or patina the metal and weatherproof the wood for outdoor longevity.
Backlit Skyline Silhouette
Cut a clean wood backer and a detailed city skyline silhouette from thin sheet metal. Mount the metal layer proud of the wood and add LED strip lighting behind for a subtle halo effect. The mixed materials give modern depth and crisp edges without CNC gear.
Mixed-Material Wall Clock
Cut a round wood face and recess slots for thin metal numerals or a gear-inspired ring. Use metal blades to shape the numerals from sheet stock, then mount a standard clock movement. The contrast of warm wood and cool metal elevates a simple timepiece.