A reciprocating motion consists of a push and pull, and a reciprocating saw is the type of saw that makes use of this motion for cutting. You may also know it as hognose or recip saw (short for reciprocating saw). You can make use of a reciprocating saw while removing materials from doors, windows, etc. It is because one of the most time-consuming tasks when it comes to replacing doors and windows is the removal of fittings.