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Post by ChebyshevII PE PMP on Jul 10, 2022 11:06:06 GMT -5
I’ve gotten into tools a bit lately. I recently decided to upgrade all my battery power tools. I had an 18v Dewalt drill and a couple of cheap black and decker yard tools. I needed a circular saw, so I did some research and ultimately decided on a 36v (2-battery) Makita…after that I bought into the Makita battery system and replaced everything else, too. They’re very nice tools, but definitely pricey. I also discovered the impact driver in the process, which is definitely a game-changer for me.
What is your preferred brand? What tools do you like the most?
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Post by squaretaper LIT AF PE on Jul 10, 2022 21:15:50 GMT -5
We're also formerly a DeWalt household, but I'm gearing up to get the same Makita set as you when I'm gearing up to do the next renovation project. I'm keeping the DeWalt compound miter saw.
Table saw is Ryobi. It's perfectly fine and I really didn't need anything fancy for the one project I needed it for.
All bike tools are Park Tool. All files are Simonds. Oxy-acetylene gas apparatus is Smith Equipment. |
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Post by pbrme on Aug 1, 2022 17:00:01 GMT -5
I did some seasonal construction in my early years and have been through many different sets since then. Dewalt, Craftsman, Ryobi, Makita and now Ridgid. I settled on Ridgid a few years ago when I found out about the lifetime service agreement. After using it a few times to fix a few broken things, I'd have to say meh, since each time I send a tool out I have to pay $40 shipping and wait months. I own almost every 18v tool in the line, been slowly adding new pieces for the last 7 years. Drill, impact, rotohammer, sawzall x2, jigsaw, skilsaw, angle grinder, oscillating tool, orbital sander, trim router, brad nailer, caulking gun, vac, blower, fan, multiple lights and radio. Everything else I use takes more horsepower so is corded. If I were to do it all over I would have went with Milwaukee. I always get jealous when my Electrician friend rolls up and shows off his newest M18 addition. I do have to say that Ryobi has done a good job with their new line, lots of tools in the lineup and at a decent price. If it breaks, it's almost $40 for a replacement bare tool anyway.
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Post by ChebyshevII PE PMP on Aug 2, 2022 8:09:59 GMT -5
I did some seasonal construction in my early years and have been through many different sets since then. Dewalt, Craftsman, Ryobi, Makita and now Ridgid. I settled on Ridgid a few years ago when I found out about the lifetime service agreement. After using it a few times to fix a few broken things, I'd have to say meh, since each time I send a tool out I have to pay $40 shipping and wait months. I own almost every 18v tool in the line, been slowly adding new pieces for the last 7 years. Drill, impact, rotohammer, sawzall x2, jigsaw, skilsaw, angle grinder, oscillating tool, orbital sander, trim router, brad nailer, caulking gun, vac, blower, fan, multiple lights and radio. Everything else I use takes more horsepower so is corded. If I were to do it all over I would have went with Milwaukee. I always get jealous when my Electrician friend rolls up and shows off his newest M18 addition. I do have to say that Ryobi has done a good job with their new line, lots of tools in the lineup and at a decent price. If it breaks, it's almost $40 for a replacement bare tool anyway. Milwaukee is definitely a nice brand and I have a lot of friends in construction who swear by them. It seems silly, but I think my biggest complaint about them is that they seem a little too overpowered. Nonetheless, they are well-designed and well-made. |
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