Abstract: A lightweight, hand-held, egonomically designed and balanced, electric powered, band-type, coping saw is disclosed. The device includes a handle for housing, controlling and providing power to a variable speed electric motor. The motor operates a gear drive which propels a sprocketed band blade or abrasive cable around and through a pulley system situated within a specially designed U-shaped uniframe attached to the handle. The motor is powered by a detachable and rechargeable battery or by alternating current.