Do it Yourself: Re: [DIY] Oscillating tools

22 January 2013

Re: [DIY] Oscillating tools

This is interesting and serves to show the differences in individuals. I'm considering a second tool so that I have one ready with the cutter or sander needed, and it is probably one of my most used tools in the shop. I agree with the sales person in that a cordless version would have not done the job I asked and expected of this tool.

Dale in the Flatlands.

Jan Flood wrote:

I bought DH a Rockwell last year and he has yet to use it - although I've used it a few times. In fairness, he hasn't done anything where he really needs it since his "workshop" here isn't worth spit and the CC&Rs are so restrictive he can't do anything outside. For us, the cost of the Rockwell wasn't worth it and the extra supplies are higher. They came out with the quick change heads right after I bought this one - I'd probably use it more if we had that feature. As much as I like cordless everything, the salesman highly recommended the corded one on this particular item.

Lowe's gives you a $20 discount if you buy it on-line - but you can go right in and pick it up at the store, doesn't have to be shipped. If you do that you get an extra head also. Ours will probably go home with one of the boys when they come back this summer.

On Jan 21, 2013, at 1:46 PM, Sandaidh wrote:

From: darrell wolf
on a subject more to the groups reason, has anyone used or have one of the
oscillating multi-tools and whats your opinion of it. worth the cost or a
seldom used tool that can be done without. B&D as one for about $40 that
seems durable and accessories are reasonable.
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