Features

• Cleans and light sands
• On coarse/one medium buff
• Use mandrel 402

Reviews (2)

Think Twice
As with many Dremel accessories, this will ware out very quickly. It is only good for very light work.

Excellent Accessory
This accessory is excellent for removing rust or scale.It's a great cleaing accessory for metal. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. (Dremmel)    2. Dremel    3. Rotary Tool Accessories   

Features

• 4-inch OD
• For use with your shop dust collection system
• Maximizes system efficiency
• Cast-aluminum body with a steel gate
• Locking knob

Reviews (9)

Cost Way TOO Much
These are the same product and quality that you can buy from various sources, but these are 1/3 again as much!!

No matter whos' you buy expect to have to use some silicon to seal them up or they will leak mercilessly.

What?No knob? JET must kidding!
About a year ago, I bought a bumch of these when I bought my first dust collector. They were equipped with a screw knob that is used to hold the gate open.

Well, I just bought a new oscillating spindle sander, so I also bought a new blastgate. JET changed the design! They now use a bolt instead of a knob.

This change must be one of the dumbest ideas ever. The purpose of a blastgate is so that you can EASILY divert air flows. Changing to a 1/4" boltmakes it nearly impossible to open and clase the blastgates. If you have arthritis, you need to get a wrench to open the blastgate.

So, I replaced the bolt with a knob that I had lying around the shop.

Note that currently the picture shows the bolt but the item descriptions says there is a knob. The item decription is wrong.

Also, the sliding doors often get stuck. I'm not sure why this happens--probably a wood chip gets lodged in the track--but damn, is it annoying. Stopping work to disassemble a blast gate is a huge time waster.

Also, at $13 each, this is really expensive.

blast gates
The aluminum blast gates are just great.A little bit on the expensive side but worth the money.I'll just keep on buying two every other month. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Vacuums    2. Dust Collectors    3. Fittings    4. (Vacumes)    5. (Vaccuums)    6. (Vaccums)    7. (Vacums)   

Editorial Review

Well-executed design combined with solid, reliable performance make this Bosch belt sander a tool with noticeable performance advantages. The Bosch features a magnesium-and-plastic housing that's lightweight yet durable. The tool is nicely balanced, comfortable, and easy to operate--important features in a tool that's often used for long periods of time for removing large amounts of stock. The Bosch comes with a cast-aluminum platen--so there's none of the warping that affects stamped-steel platens--and it sands perfectly flat right out of the box. Like many of the sanders in this class, the motor on the 1274 is aligned with the belt edge to allow flush sanding into corners. The tool's only drawback is that visibility is limited when sanding into tight corners, but that's a small minus when weighed against all the pluses. The belt-changing system works well--we didn't suffer any spring pinches--and the tracking adjustment tracks the new belt quickly and keeps it in place. There's a variable-speed dial built right into the trigger switch, which makes adjusting the belt speed fast and convenient. Wood magazine tested 10 3-by-21-inch sanders and liked the 1274DVS best. We agree that it's a great tool. --Mark McDonald ... Read more

Features

• Compact in-line design - For better balance
• 6.6 Amps, 550-1,100 SFPM power - For professional applications
• Variable speed - For fine finishing of fast stock removal
• Graphite platen pad - For cool running and uniform sanding
• Removable front handle - For close work

Reviews (26)

dust bag a concern
Got mine today but the dust bag is not the more expensive one available at local retailers or pictured on the box or in the manual. The box came with the factory seal but I am perplexed why a very cheap bag that doesn't carry the Bosch name made of flimsy fabric was in the box. It does match the amazon picture but not anything from the Bosch website or the box. It is not of the same quality as the dust bag on my Bosch random orbit sander.

Decent sander
I bought this sander after trying the Dewalt and having it die in about 15min of work.After researching other sanders, I discovered B&D owns Porter-Cable and Delta, along with Dewalt. Since every B&D tool I have ever purchased failed, I amhesitant to give B&D my money.

I chose the Bosch after comparing with its twin, the Ryobi BE321. The sander is well balanced and comfortable in your hands.It took a little getting used the "brick" design, but The egornomics are great.It has the power to get the job done. The dust colletion is average.Afterall, it is a belt sander!

I would recommend this sander to anyone.

Well built and easy to use
This is an excellent tool that fits comfortably in your hand.It removes material efficiently and is easy to control.The belt tracking system works better than any other I've used.Since it is light weight (for a belt sander), it won't wear you out like most other units.The inline design allows you to easily get into tight spaces and unlike many sanders, the dust collection system really works. It's made in Switzerland and the resulting quality is obvious. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Bosch    2. (Bosh)    3. Sanders    4. Belt Sanders   

Features

• Ideal for driving common bulk nails in confined areas
• Hardened steel nose for extreme durability
• Magnetic nose with recessed nail slot
• Ergonomic design for all-day comfort

Reviews (6)

Outstanding for joist hangers
I bought one of these because I dread hand nailing all the nails on a joist hanger.This little palm nailer does the trick!

It's quick, drives all the little hanger nails and the 10 pennyones too.It can even be used to drive that little spike on the hanger to hold the hanger in place before nailing.The unit is fairly light and fits comfortably in the hand.I'll bet I cut the time down to 1/5th verses hand nailing.

The only disadvantage to this tool is the noise.It is loud so you may want to have some hearing protection available.

Well worth the $$$...enjoy!

Great but....
Bought a N88RH-2MCN and the PN100 came with it (for free).

Works really really well EXCEPT - the manual says it will
drive a 70d nail but nothing close to that size nail will
fit in the tip...called Bostitch a few times - first they
said that tip only comes in a kit (PN100K) and cannot be
purchased separately, then called back and talked to someone
that knew the product - he said that the nose piece for the
larger nails does not exist anywhere and that the engineering
dept was notified and knows of the situation.

This thing will drive any nail that you can get in the nose
piece REALLY REALLY well.

I have driven true 16d (3 1/2 inch long, 0.162" diameter)
all the way into 2x6's and it really works well and is very
quick.

Saves your arm
I had a Porter Cable Framing Nailer to build my shop but gave it to Habitat For Humanity when done since I would hardly ever use it in the future.I recently have some little odd jobs to do so thought about a palm nailer.The price on the Bostich is even lower than Harbor Freight's "import".I've only tried it with 6d nails but it works great.You do have to add a 1/4"npt fitting ($0.99).I'm too old to pound nails with a hammer all day so this tool is a great help to me. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Air Tools    2. Nailers    3. Specialty Nailers    4. (Nail Guns)    5. (Nailguns)   

Editorial Review

For years, Milwaukee's Sawzalls have been valued for their outstanding ability to cut through almost any material: wood, nail-embedded wood, steel, cast iron, aluminum, brass, drywall, composition materials, hard rubber, cement, brick, plaster, and fiberglass. This 11 amp Super Sawzall has a standard blade stroke mode, plus an orbital stroke mode for more aggressive, faster cutting of thick wood. You can choose the level of orbital action, too, to fit the application--or you can switch it off for cutting in metal. Like almost all reciprocating saws, this Super Sawzall also has variable-speed control (with a speed control dial) for versatility, control, and increased efficiency over a wide range of applications. For those of you who've grown up with Sawzalls, you'll appreciate the addition of the handy Quik-Lok blade clamp, which lets you change blades quickly without having to use a hex wrench; this feature is especially convenient when you're cutting hard materials, such as steel, a situation in which blades break frequently. There's also a handy quick lever adjustment for the shoe.

We really like this tool's counterbalancing mechanism, which reduces some of the unavoidable vibration found in reciprocating saws. The difference you feel when operating this tool, compared to nonbalanced saws, is significant: the Super Sawzall is still extremely powerful, yet it has a smooth feel. As a result, of course, you can work longer with less fatigue than you can using other, unbalanced saws. Another significant feature is the clutch, which, by absorbing shock and impacts to the internal mechanics caused by sudden blade lockups (typically encountered during extreme use), minimizes time wasted tending to a damaged saw. Although this is a heavy tool, it does have an ergonomically designed rubber grip that provides a solid, comfortable hold. --Tim Block ... Read more

Features

• Linear counterbalance reduces vibration
• Powerful 11-amp motor; 3,200 spm
• 1-1/4-inch blade stroke
• Steel Quik-Lok blade clamp system
• Orbital-action blade stroke for faster cutting through wood

Reviews (49)

milwaukee is the standard
I am a master electrician, and everyone on a professional job site knows that milwaukee is the tool that the "big boys" use.the only problem for me is that i cut mostly metal pipe, so the orbital action is not very usefull for me.I could have gotten by with a model w/o orbital action.but for anyone considering reciprocating saws: there is a reason everyone on the job refers to all reciprocating saws as a "sawzall."that is the name of only milwaukee reciprocating saws.kinda like someone refering to all soft drinks as "cokes." Milwaukee is the is the original and the best.

also, i seriously doubt the validity of a milwaukee not working after a short time as described by some reviews.I have never heard of or seen any milwaukee fail. my one caution is that nowadays china is exporting exact knock offs of power tools including bosch and milwaukee.if you bought this sawzall for less than about 180, then there is something wrong.the imitators will look exactly like the real thing, but the internals are much inferior.so beware.if you get the genuine milwaukee, it will be a bit pricey, but you get what you pay for.

Not the same as the older saws
Horrible saw.Burnt out motor on first cut.Had to use older milwaukee w/4.0 amp motor to finish cut......which cut better and faster with the same blade.Very dissapointed.The older saws were (and still are) way better.

No difference between orbital and recip settings.Purely a gimick.

DO NOT BUY.

What a P.O.S.
This is the first time I've been moved to write a review.We have had three of these saws go bad in the past two weeks, and I'm just disgusted.I don't know if it is just the orbital model, or all the new Milwaukee sawzalls, but these things drop like flies on our site.We do remodelling projects with a small crew, and the Sawzalls and Skilsaws get the most use.At least the Skilsaws are still as good as they used to be (though I switched to the Bosch version).I'm thinking I need a Porter Cable or Bosch reciprocating saw to replace my burned out Milwaukee. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Milwaukee    2. (Milwakee)    3. (Milwuakee)    4. (Milwauke)    5. (Milwake)    6. Saws    7. Reciprocating Saws    8. (Sawzalls)    9. (Sawsalls)    10. (Recipracating)   

Features

• FinishPro18 drives 18 gauge brads 5/8-2-inch
• One-year warranty on the tool and 90 days on the compressor
• Adjustable depth-of-drive, rear exhaust, soft grip handle and no-mar pad to protect work surface
• 1/2 hp 1-gallon electric, oil-free compressor

Reviews (10)

This contractor is very pleased... with the compressor
I own several portable compressors, but hate to lug them around.So, I bought this one for installations of wood mantels and little odd and ends work (like attaching a piece of trim after the rest of the job is already done).The little compressor is lightweight and perfect for small jobs like these.On bigger jobs I still use one of my heavy duty compressors.So, that may be the problem some of the other reviewers are having.It's just not built for heavy duty work.

The gun on the other had was a disappointment.I already had a Senco XP 25 and prefer it.Still, it's a pretty good price for both pieces, so, no real complaints here.I've just set the newer one aside, for now.

Regarding the cheap 1/4 inch hose... pleeeease.Anyone with half a brain knows it's a cheap piece of krap, but will work fine for the occasional hobbiest.If you want a good hose, buy one.

Woodworker Hobby or Trim Tool
I got this package for very light duty use - woodworking shop projects and qtr-round molding on flooring. The nailer is a quality tool that sells for $120 everywhere so that makes the compressor only $75. I had a $15 coupon so the compressor was only $60 for me.
The compressor is so light that it is no problem carrying it. The tank pressure is 125 lbs and I set the tank outlet pressure to 90 lbs. It shoots about 10 brads before it cycles but you can keep shooting as it runs. I used 5/8" brads on molding on a shop project and 2" brads on floor qtr-round without a single problem. This sure saves time and doesn't mar the wood. It is pretty quiet and also looks good. Getting to small jobs and using this little tool is a pleasure. I will get an air blower tip for it; so far I'm satisfied.

I used this product
I too had a problem with the 1/4 tubing that is attached to the compressor it cracked right where it bends I used to intall wainscotting and it worked fine....BUT you have to wait after 10 shots for it you build up presure. before you go at it again... I will try liquid steel to seal the crack. I think it cracked because I used it outside on a warm day and then the sun went down and got cool out since the tubing gets hot it must of cracked. overall for the price it worth it for small jobs ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Air Tools    2. Combo Packs    3. Nailers    4. Brad Nailers    5. (Nail Guns)    6. (Nailguns)   

Editorial Review

The Micra's ultracompact design harbors 10 tools and weighs only 1-3/4 ounces, so it really is small and light enough to be carried comfortably in a pocket or on a key chain. The scissors on the Micra are extremely effective, and the tweezers don't detach (and get lost), as do those on traditional pocketknives. The Micra features stainless-steel components, including the scissors, a clip-point knife, tweezers, a nail file/cleaner, screwdrivers, a bottle opener, a ruler, and a lanyard attachment. ... Read more

Features

• 10 tools in one ultra-compact unit
• Weighs only 1-3/4 ounces
• Small enough for pocket or keychain
• Includes scissors, clip-point knife, tweezers, screwdrivers, bottle opener, and more
• 25 year warranty

Reviews (47)

Compact and very cool
The Leatherman Micra is a very nice little tool. It has an ingenious compact design that holds a lot of tools inside. The main tool you see after opening it up is the scissors, which are very strong. You can cut staples and cardboard with these scissors, along with the other stuff you cut with scissors (papers, string, etc.). There are 3 types of screw drivers which you can use for a variety of screws, ranging from small to regular sized. There's the tweezers, which are better than the ones in the Swiss Army Knives and are attached to the tool so you can't lose them. There is a knife which is pretty sharp. There's a can opener, which you might not use much here but when you go to various countries outside the U.S. they have more bottled soft drinks so you can try them out. There's also a nail file (comes with a cleaner) and a ruler.

The whole knife closes nicely, and it's all stainless steel. Overall, this knife would make a great addition to your keychain so that you can have it with you at all times, and you'll be happy you brought it when it comes in handy.

Great Product
I was given this product used as a gift by a customer at a store.My initial response was that it would be useless, but I now carry it in my pocket quite frequently.A scissors is one of the most useful portable tools to have.Unlike other pocket knifes (e.g. swiss), the scissors on the Leatherman Micra is useable, even for cutting annoying plastic packaging on electronics.I will note that the tweezer side sometimes allows pocket lint onto some of the tools.

Very nice!
Very useful and well made tool. It's not industrial strength but it's small enough to carry easily in a front pants pocket. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Hand Tools    2. Multi-tools    3. (Swiss Army Knives)    4. (Knife)    5. (Multitools)   

Features

• Adjustable exhaust port and depth-of-drive for maximum comfort and control
• Drives 1-inch to 2-1/2-inch, 15 gauge DA type finish nails
• Internal piston-catch ensures full driver blade stroke every time
• In-line glass filled magazine for left or right hand access
• Quick-release nose piece for fast clearing of jams and less down time

Editorial Review

This 18-inch band saw offers high-quality construction and big resawing capacity to serious woodworkers on a tight tool budget. This saw's most prominent benefit is the one-piece, dual tapered column design, which offers superior rigidity and strength, minimizing vibration and keeping cuts clean, smooth, and accurate. Woodworkers in the know will also appreciate the inclusion of roller bearings on both the upper and lower guides, with dual roller bearings on each side of the blade and a single bearing behind the blade for back support. The system greatly reduces the friction inherent in stationary and European guide systems while providing more support. The saw is powered by a totally enclosed, 1-1/2-horsepower, fan-cooled motor with a blade speed of 3,000 sfpm. There's a large cast-iron worktable (19 by 19 inches) that tilts 45 degrees to the right and 10 degrees to the left. This model also comes with a JET rip fence and a good miter gauge. The saw's maximum cutting height is 10-1/4 inches, and the upper blade guide uses a smooth and precise rack-and-pinion adjustment mechanism. This tool's versatility just keeps on going, accommodating 133-inch blades from 1/8 to 1-1/2 inches wide for equally smooth curve cutting or resawing. JET puts the finishing touches on the saw with two locking cabinet doors and the durable powder-coated finish found on all their shop tools. In all, we think serious woodworkers will really appreciate the high quality JET is able to deliver for such a low cost. --Brian Trinen ... Read more

Features

• 19-by-19-inch cast-iron table includes rip fence
• One piece dual-tapered column design for greater rigidity and strength
• Powerful 1-1/2 hp 115/230V motor
• Roller bearing blade guides for better support with less friction
• Rack-and-pinion blade guide height adjustment

Reviews (18)

Great Machine
I give this machine 5 stars.Some talk about the sub-par blade that is included with this machine, the so-called underpowered motor, and the difficult to adjust lower blade guides.

First, the blade that comes with this unit is as they say, for decoration.Buy a Timber Wolf blade and that complaint is gone.Your buying a saw, not a blade.Great saw!

Second, I put a 3/4" x 3 tpi TimberWolf blade on and it resawed through 5 1/4" wide oak like butter and the finish was better than the rough planned wood I buy at the sawmill.Motor is not underpowered if the setup is correct.Again, your buying a saw, not a blade.Great saw.

Finally, the lower guides.I put the new blade on and set it up according to the direction(Timberwolf blades dont use the standard tension setting).The lower was more difficult than the top.But its easy.It took maybe 5 minutes at most.The lower bearings have one knurled knob to loosen up.loosen up the knob and set the 0.003 clearance, tighten knob.then set the thrust bearing.No big deal.When changing blade widths, there are two internal wrenching(allen head) bolts.With the table at 90 deg to the blade, loosen up the outer one, tilt the table and loosen the inner one. Adjust for the blade width and tighten the inner, put table back to 90 deg and tighten the outer. EASY.Then set the side bearings and thrust bearing.If five minutes to set up a machine is too long, well, maybe woodorking is not your thing.Again, Great saw!

And all that after the first saw I got had a dented up upper door complete with bent upper wheel.Damaged somewhere between here and Tiawan.It happens.Got a replacement within a week and the old one taken away.

This saw is the best deal out there.Forget the blade that it comes with, forget about those that say its underpowered, and forget about what some say about the difficulty adjusting the lower guides.If you enjoy making great stuff out of wood, buy the saw, buy a couple timber wolf blades and spend the 5 minutes it takes to set up the lower guides.I have a piece of hard maple that is 12x14x1.I'll rip it to 10"(the max capacity for resawing) and see what this saw can do.If it went through 5 1/4" oak like a hot knife through butter, I think it will take 10" hard maple with little problems.UPDATE:Got a chance to do some resawing with hard maple and the results were amazing.I used a piece of 8" wide stock 3/4" thick(using the 12" wide piece for something else).I resawed to get a 1/2" piece and now have a good size piece of 1/8" thick veneer.You can get the TimberWolf blades at a great discount from SuffolkMachinery.Do a search for "Suffolk Machinery Corp" for the website.

Hope this helps.

This is a stout tool.
My saw arrived in a crate that literally "wrapped" the entire saw.With the exception of the table and rip fence, the saw was completely assembled. I immediately rewired the 1 1/2hp motor for 220v operation.The only downers I encountered with the machine were the very short 5 foot power cord and the cheesy 3/4" blade. I put a brand new 1" Timberwolfe on and replaced the power cord using 12/2 s.o. wire. Once all adjustments were made, I took a piece of 8 qtr. x 8" maple and started resawing 1/32" stips that were 3 feet long.Every piece was perfect.This is a heavy machine.A mobile base is a must.I can't understand why anyone would buy the Delta X5 14".For roughly the same money, you get twice the saw with the Jet 18". The "underpowered" reviews obviously haven't set their saws up for 220v operation.This saw has not bogged down on me once.
I looked very, very hard at the Laguna and the Mini Max. They are good machines. They also cost over $1000 more. You won't be disappointed with this saw.

Jet 18" Bandsaw, Great Machine for the Money
First off, I bought the machine at my local woodcraft store on sale for $999, best price on the machine I've seen.It came assembled so I did not have to deal with any assembly.Pros and Cons

Pros, runs great, quiet, cuts very well, so far handles everything I've run thru it without problems, including 8" thick walnut.If you use a good blade, and a reasonable feed rate, I don't find horsepower to be an issue on this machine.

Cons, the blade that comes with the machine is terrible, but that seems to be a problem with any bandsaw.The lower guides are more difficult to adjust then any I've come across.

Yes, there are better machines out there, Laguna, Mini Max to name 2.Yet, for the money I dont think you will find a better machine.Read the December issue of Fine Woodworking regarding tips to tune up your bandsaw.I'm running the Jet without lower guide, so far it seems to work fine. I may purchase some aftermarket guideblock system to replace the lower guides on the Jet.Also, if you are considering purchasing a bandsaw, Lonnie Birds book is of great help.If Jet could do a better job on the lower guides I think the machine would rate 5 stars. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Saws    2. Band Saws    3. (Bandsaws)   

Editorial Review

Wimpy radios break down on the job site after a few weeks of bumps and knocks. That's why it's time to step up to DeWalt's brawny radio/battery charger with its tough-guy, dune-buggy-style protective roll bar. Winner of Business Week's Silver Award for Consumer Product Design, DeWalt's AM/FM boom box not only rocks the house, it also charges your 7.2- to 18-volt ni-cad batteries in just one hour. Built tough with cushioning rubber stops, DeWalt's radio can take a 6- to 8-foot drop without skipping a beat. The guts are completely weatherproof against rain, snow, dust, and debris, while a silicone coating on the speakers resists cracking and keeps dust from building up. The bendable antenna resists destruction. Is there a downside? Not really. The reception isn't quite what we'd like inside metal or concrete buildings, but that's it. The radio/charger plugs in with a standard cord, and out of reach of a convenient power source, the radio will also run off 7.2- to 18-volt DeWalt batteries. (Note: this radio does not accept DW 9051, 9050, 904, or 9046 batteries.) If CDs and tapes are more your style, plug your Discman or tape deck into the auxiliary port. Is it time to get rid of that beat-up blaster and crank your tunes with a tool that's designed to be job site tough? --Justin Paul ... Read more

Features

• One hour charge time, listen while charging battery
• Charges 7.2- to 18-volt DeWalt batteries
• AM/FM stereo radio
• Protective roll cage and steel grille for durability
• Auxillary port for CD and cassette players

Reviews (40)

Ok radio with charger
My well-intentioned wife bought me the DeWalt radio/charger for Christmas (thinking all my tools were DeWalt). Little does she know I am a Milwaukee loyalist since picking up my first Milwaukee tool. :)

I really liked the DeWalt radio, but when my wife found out almost all my cordless tools were Milwaukee (only DeWalt I have it the 9.6V drill), she said I could exchange the DeWalt radio for the Milwaukee if I wanted. Since I am fairly sentimental, I really wanted to keep the DeWalt. However, I just couldn't resist a "listening competition" between my radio and my neighbor's Milwaukee. Unfortunately for my wife's gift, my sentimental side isn't quite as strong as my audio side. Given the side-by-side comparison, the choice was clear - Milwaukee.

If you really need the DeWalt charging function, then the Milwaukee isn't a choice for you.However, if you are looking primarily for a job-site radio, then go with the Milwaukee instead.Plus the Milwaukee has other nice features like easier to use digital tuning, a stereo/mono switch, longer cord, a 12V outlet, a pass-through plug, and a nice bag to hold various items.

Neither of these radios are going to provide high fidelity sound, but the Milwaukee will come much closer.

Suitable For Jobsites Only
OK, the audio is pretty scratchy, and the little antenna will not pull in weak, distant stations.But let's remember what this radio/charger was designed to do:provide audible music above the noise level of saws, drills, compressors, etc.For this mission, you will find it more than adequate.The high- treble audio, while perhaps irritating in the living room, is a plus to cut through loud jobsite noise.. and let's remember that this unit, with a built-in charger and drop-proof construction, basically costs little more that a charger itself.No, it will never win any audio awards, and if you need high-fidelity bass response (despite the jobsite noise), then the Milwaukee is your choice (without a charger).But if you have DeWalt cordless tools at the jobsite anyway, and if your priority is getting the work done (as opposed to listening to the finest music), this unit not disappoint you.Just be sure you are within 50 miles of a strong station!

Can you spell J U N K?
If you intend to bounce this radio down the street then you picked the right one but for listing purposes forget it! JUNK! I've bought radios at the 99 cent store that have better reception than this battery charger with a roll bar. Your workers willspend more time trying to find a station than working on their project. Unless you're in a situation where you need to defend your life by beating someone to death with this radio... make another choice! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. DeWalt    2. (De Walt)    3. Cordless Tools    4. Radios    5. Portable Radios    6. (Jobsite Radios)   

Editorial Review

If you're looking for a circular saw that's convenient and easyto use above all else, DeWalt's 14.4-volt, 5-3/8-inch circular trim sawis a smart choice. This saw includes a tough metal base plate, a beveladjustment that goes to 50 degrees and can be recalibrated, and adepth-of-cut adjustment that reaches all the way to the blade. Iteasily cuts two-by material in a single pass, and has a left-side bladethat adds visibility. We especially liked the blade-changing mechanism:the shaft-lock button is easy to find and depress, and the hex keystores on the body of the saw, making the blade easy to switch out andreplace. This model also has a fan-cooled motor with replaceablebrushes that will reach 3,000 rpm. The result is a cordless saw thatcuts 25 feet per minute of 1/2-inch plywood. The saw weighs only 6.8pounds, and without a cord to hassle with, you'll find that nothing iseasier to haul around on a job site. Especially for smaller jobs, acordless saw is a serious timesaver. This kit comes with a T-guide; a24-tooth, 6-1/2-inch blade; and a plastic carrying case. --JonathonTudor ... Read more

Features

• Weighs only 6.8 lbs.
• 5-3/8 blade cuts 2x materials in a single pass
• Shoe adjusts to 50 degree bevel and 1-5/8 depth of cut at 90 degrees
• Spindle lock for easy blade changes
• Includes: 5-3/8 blade and blade wrench

Reviews (6)

no problem with hardwoods
I had to replace my sand and finish hickory floor in the kitchen due to water problems.I used my dewalt 14.4 cordless saw to cut the floor around the cabinets in several areas.I must say I was suprised by this little saw.It's got guts to rip through hickory the way it did.

Saw good Batteries Bad
I have my own repair business and use this saw occasionally and it never fails to have dead batteries when I'm ready to use it. No matter when I charged them last, they will not hold a charge for any length of time. Other than that it's a good saw, but I should have stuck with Milwaukee products for heavy usage. Have had no problems with Milwaukees batteries.

Handy,convienent
I've had this saw for about 6 yrs. Got it as a gift when it first came out.It's the first saw I reach for . I certainly would'nt recomend it for everyday heavy use contruction. I use it for general purpose cutting. Just finished framing a basement with it.Never took my corded saw on the job. Second battery is a must. Never had any problems. Still using original blade. Highly recomend it for those who like getting away from the mess and tangles of cords. It's lightweight to boot compared to the new 18, 24 volt models that are out. Dave ... Read more

Subjects:  1. DeWalt    2. (De Walt)    3. Cordless Tools    4. Saws    5. Circular Saws    6. (Volt)    7. (V)   

Editorial Review

When you need a cutter and there's no electric power around, this 18-volt cordless cut-off tool is your best bet. At 6,500 rpm, you'll get high power for all kinds of cutting and grinding applications. Trim rebar, steel pipes and iron rails with ease. Wheel-changing is easy, thanks to the spindle lock, and the three-position side handle offers great control. We like the easy grip, the comfortable trigger switch and the lock-off feature. The neatly designed grinding guard lets you sand and polish, too. Best of all, if you already own a DeWalt 18-volt tool, the battery's the same--you get two in this box --and a one-hour charger's included.--Kris Jensen-Van Heste ... Read more

Features

• Includes cut-off tool, Type 27 wheel and guard, Type 1 wheel and guard, backing flange, wrench, handle, two XR+ batteries, charger, and kitbox
• 6,500 rpm provides high power for cutting and grinding applications
• Convenient trigger switch with lock-off button for easier gripping
• 3-position side handle offers greater comfort and control
• Spindle lock for quick and easy wheel changes

Reviews (3)

A Big Loser
I used this tool for about two weeks. Previous reviewer said you cant get metal cutting wheels for it he is wrong, they are readily available at every home center and hardware store- standard 4.5 inch metal cutting wheels.

This tool totally sucks, battery life is horrible I cut 3 pieces of 1/2 rebar and the battery was spent. I cut thru 18gage
sheet metal and the battery lasted less than 40 seconds.

All the metal shavings you cut get magnetically attached to the tool body and get sucked into the motor, which will lead to disaster.

Also for cutting applications the handle faces the wrong way and is not comforable to use.

BADDDD tool!!!!!!1

Out of stock
Ordered 9 days ago, just got email saying Updated delivery estimate: April 13 - April 22. And it was in stock when ordered. And they should have emailled me a week ago, so I would not have wasted this week waiting, idiots don't want my business

Good ToolBut
I recently purchased this tool from Amizon.com but there is one problem. You can not purchase the metal cutting wheel. this was the only reason I made the Purchase. Now I have a Problem.
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Subjects:  1. DeWalt    2. (De Walt)    3. Cordless Tools    4. (Volt)    5. (V)   

Features

• Five year limited warranty on machines, parts and accessories
• 1-1/2HP motor with enclosed stand and guarded drip proof motor
• Push button switch, chip chute, blade and belt guards
• Arbor and motor pulleys and V-belt, blade guides
• Platinum Pro band saw blade, quick release blade tension lever, integrated 4" dust port

Reviews (13)

Parts Mess with Amazon order 28-475X
I ordered the bandsaw via internet on March 11,2005.When it arrived it was missing the TABLE!After frequent jerking around by Amazon and Delta, a table was finally ordered on April 5, which arrived around the 24th.I finally had time today to complete assembly only to discover the trunion components that attach to the table are missing.It's Saturday so obviously no one is answering phones, but the message states Delta is consolidating warehouses so no parts orders can be taken until after May 2.

Out of curosity I checked the flatness of the table, which is off .03" in 18" from right front corner to left rear -- so it is marginally useful in any case.

pretty good so far
This is the first band saw I've used, and there were a couple of problems, but so far it's been mostly good.

The first problem was with assembly and the riser block. Once you install the riser block, the cord no longer reaches the motor. The riser instructions mention removing a strap to make it reach, but it doesn't help. This really strikes me as bad planing since many folks will install the riser, skimping on the cord length is just silly. I had to drill a couple of new holes and move the switch down a bit.

The second problem was that the top wheel was not aligned with the bottom and was too close to the cover, it would scrape if the blade was tracked correctly. A quick call to delta and they sent a couple of washers to get it into place. I've always been very happy with delta's service. This probably would have solved many of the problems for the 300 lb. coat rack titled reviewer.

Outside of those two issues the build quality seems pretty good. The table is flat, everything fits well and there is no vibration even when pushing large chunks of wood through it. One of the blocks on the bottom guide is kind of pain to get to, but not terribly so. The vertical blade guard is held in place by a bolt and a screw so changing a blade takes two tools, I'm not sure why they didn't do a pair of thumbscrews or at least use the same tool at the head (they are the same thread and length). That would have made changing the blade quicker. The thumbscrew to adjust the wheel tracking can also be hard to turn under heavy tension. A bigger thumbscrew would have helped.

I've done very little fine stuff on it so far so can't really comment there. I was mostly looking for resaws and veneers. All the books say a 14" saw can't tension a 3/4" blade, to use a 1/2" blade for resaws. I tried that with 1/2" woodslicer blade and couldn't get a straight cut for the life of me. The 3/4" blade worked great though, don't believe the books. So far I've used it to cut veneers from 6" maple and mill some really wet 8" pine logs, no problems.

I also replaced the standard steel blocks with cool blocks. This made it run a bit quieter and let me push the blocks closer to the blade which helped straighten out the cuts.

I don't really have any other saw to compare it to, but so far this seems to me to be a great prosumer level saw for the weekend wood worker. As a first time band saw user, the only thing that was hard to get used to was the amazing amount of tweaking that must take place when changing a blade. It only takes a couple of minutes, but compared to the table saw world I was previously used to it's just not what I expected.

A 300 lb Coat Rack?
Quickly, I expected more for nearly a grand.The table isn't flat, it's nearly impossible to get the blade to run vertically (if it's centered on the top wheel, it's off on the bottom and vice versa), no matter what I do there's still a very slight grinding sound, dust collection is wholly ineffective and the cheap steel stand isn't sturdy enough to control vibration.And don't forget, this baby comes ala carte...you need to buy a fence (budget another $100 for a disappointing aluminum Delta fence that doesn't adjust enough to compensate for blade drift).On the plus side, the motor has plenty of power and the blade tensioning device is very handy.I guess the real acid test is that I only turn to this tool when I can't make the cut another way.I guess that says it all. I should have spent a few hundred more and bought a Laguna. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Saws    2. Band Saws    3. (Bandsaws)   

Features

• Includes (2) 14.4V Ni-MH batteries, multi-voltage charger and case
• Two piece D-31 motor for power and efficiency
• All metal gear transmission for smooth, efficient power
• Shift lock drive instantly changes from drill to driver
• 2.6 Ah Ni-MH batteries for greater capacity and longer run time

Reviews (1)

A great value!
I bought this kit because it was a good value especially with a rebate.

You might think an included flashlight is useless but think again. You can get a lot of light time out of the battery attached to the flashlight and it's bright. Also, while the flashlight seems cheaply made (unlike the driver/drill, which seems very sturdy), the fact that it can stand up on the battery base and point anywhere in the room is nice when you are working with little light.

The Makita unit is sturdy, designed well and fun to use. It may not be quite as smooth-running as the more expensive Panasonic cordless drivers, but for the money and bang for the buck, you can't beat Makita. I also like the way the Makita looks better than any other brand. It performs very well and I am not dissappointed at all.

The included Makita case is a nice design and sturdy-a bit like a Pelican case. The Makita charger is also space saving. My only complaint is I wish the case was slightly smaller. It's about the size of a briefcase and there is a lot of empty space inside when you get the drill, batteries and charger loaded in. On the plus side, you can use this extra space for extra bits and other small handtools that you might want to carry. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Makita    2. (Maketa)    3. (Mikita)   

Features

• Replacement battery for 12-Volt Univolt tools
• NiCd battery pack
• One year warranty, one year service contract, 30 day no-risk trial

Reviews (4)

I just want to buy one in the UK
The one I have has lasted for 5+ years and is brilliant.
But it seems impossible to buy a replacement in the UK.
Looks like my drill is heading for the bin

Great charging system
I have owned my drill, with 2 batteries, since 1991, and this is the first replacement I have had to purchase. (Nov '03)I have used it around the house with a couple large projects in between.I finished off a 2 car garage and an 1100 ft^2 lower level.

Dewalt lets be REAL..
I have had TWO of these batteries.I use my drill on occasion, and each of these batteries no longer will hold a charge after only 100 charges each. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Cordless Tools    2. Battery Packs    3. 12 Volt    4. (12V)    5. (12Volt)    6. (V)   

Features

• Interchangeable battery works with all VersaPak products
• No memory
• Can be recharged over 300 times
• Two year home use warranty

Reviews (11)

Buy Versapak GOLD instead.
The silver version of these batteries just dont last.You will get 60% MORE life from the Gold batteries for a few dollars more.I have many B&D tools that run these batteries, including the "Snake Light"...the Silver will go dead with one days use, as compared to the Gold, which will last up to 5 full days of use.You can get these for the same price at Lowes and Home Cheapo. You'll pay tax of course, but it evens out after subtracting the cost of (not) shipping.

Gold batteries much better
I would highly suggest using the "Gold" batteries. Since purchasing my tools, I have recycled all the Silver batteries and use the Gold batteries exclusively. NiCd batteries are simply too much of a hassle. They have to be drained regularly and simply don't have the capacity of NiMH ones. The NiMH batteries provide reasonably good power and performance. The only drawback is the higher rate of self discharge when sitting idle.

NiCd Batteries ALL Have Memory - Use NiMH Instead
My advice to all of you who made negative comments about the standard VP-100 Versapak "Silver" battery is to replace it with the VP-110 Versapak "Gold" battery. It costs about 30% more than the Sliver but offers 60% more energy (watts x time) and little or no memory effect. Be sure to recycle your old Silver batteries. They contain very toxic chemicals, such as cadmium, which are best kept out of landfills. Black & Decker and Sears have even prepaid the recylcing costs. Just figure the cost of a separate Gold battery into the cost of the tool, at least until manufacturers stop shipping the Silver Versapaks altogether. Read on for the thinking behind this advice.

The Versapak Silver battery, which comes with nearly all Versapak-powered B&D as well as similar Sears Craftsman products, have "battery memory" despite what the creative folks who write the product listings at Amazon and other websites want you to believe. As talented as these folks are, they have not and cannot repeal the laws of battery chemistry. All batteries based on the nickel-cadmium (NiCd) design have memory which means they stop accepting a full charge if they are continually recharged before being fully discharged. Think of it as that "always full feeling" you get if you do a lot of snacking around the house.

The newer battery chemistry is nickel-metal hydride or NiMH. Although not as new as the lithium ion or the even newer lithium polymer batteries found in cell phones and laptop computers, the NiMH design delivers more energy and weighs significantly less than NiCd. The Versapak Gold version is said to offer 60% more battery life than the Versapak Silver version. Most importantly, NiMH batteries suffer little or no memory effect. That makes them useful and valuable even without the big improvement in tool running time.

NiCd batteries work perfectly well for those applications that drain the battery to its discharge voltage. For example, a construction worker will use a NiCd battery in a power drill until the drill motor won't turn. At that point the battery has been discharged to the point where the memory effect during recharge will be minimal or non-existent. He or she simply pops in a fully charged NiCd pack and drops fully discharged battery on the charger.

By the way, by "discharged" I do not mean zero battery voltage. Discharging a NiCd by taking it to zero volts, either by shorting out the terminals (a very dangerous idea) or by putting a high wattage resistor across it, will effectively destroy the battery. There are many NiCd conditioners around that properly discharge these batteries, but most consumers are too busy to use them on a regular basis. Now back to our story...

NiCd batteries are terrible in those applications where the particular cordless tool is used for a few minutes and then put back on its charger. For example, think of a Versapak-powered DustBuster or ScumBuster. Fortunately, the latter doesn't holster the tool on its charger, which means its battery is more likely to get discharged before being recharged. The ScumBuster also comes with a separate charger because of the shock danger of charging a typically wet tool in its holster.

The DustBuster, unfortunately, is charged in its holster. A quick pick up with the ol' `Buster and then back in the holster pretty much guarantees most owners will see the memory effect in as little as a few weeks. Performance will just get worse and worse until it will only run for a few minutes before it's dead again.

If you just can't bring yourself to recycle those old Silver Versapaks and go for the Gold, I suggest you don't plug in the DustBuster holder's wall wart. When its Versapaks are pretty much dead (as in discharged), put them in a separate charger. Leave them in there overnight. It takes about 15-18 hours to bring a Silver battery to full charge.

As I said at the outset, the better idea for the DustBuster or any other short use tool is to simply replace the Silver Versapaks with the Golds. Yes, it's a big hit for the DustBuster which probably didn't cost that much to begin with, but it will run for years just like it was brand new. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Black & Decker    2. (Black and Decker)    3. Cordless Tools    4. Battery Packs    5. 3.6 Volt    6. (3.6V)    7. (3.6Volt)    8. (V)   

Features

• 5" 2.0Amp Random Orbit Sander
• 6.5A Plate Jointer
• Both tools in one carrying case

Features

• Jobsite tested frame with panel protection bars and all metal gas tank
• Honda 11 HP, OHV GX Engine with idle control and low oil shut-off
• Maintenance free, brushless alternator
• High amp surge capacity alternator
• Maximum 120-volt power switch

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Features

• Rafter hook and measuring rule on the magazine
• Powerful
• Lightweight and well balanced
• Low recoil
• All-weather use

Reviews (22)

Solid performer
I just finished my first day with this wonderful framing nailer.It easily doubled my output, erecting a self-designed shed about a third of the way in less than four hours.(Ten years ago I did all the work with a hammer.That was insane.)The price on Amazon, together with free shipping & no tax, made it a killer deal.Plus, my Paslode made it into my hot little hands in about seven days.

Others wrote excellent technical reviews and said nice things, so I won't repeat those here.I did discover the depth-of-drive adjustment works for fine tuning, but found you can alter this dramatically by running 100 psi (the upper end of the range), instead of around 80 psi (the lower end).Remember this when driving into 6-by's or larger with 3 and a half inch nails.Most experienced construction guys probably know this, but a neophyte like me found out by trial-and-error.They do not give you this hint in the literature.

Anyhow, awesome tool that I'm sure my wife will find me numerous projects to use it on.Buy with confidence.

Bought one used
I picked up a gently used F350S at the framing contractor supply store (not a pawn shop). I still have my NR83A Hitachi as well.
The depth setting does take a few test shots to ensure that the nailheads are seated appropriately, though I could probably scratch a mark on the safety to indicate the flush setting.
The newer models of this nailer come with a small rafter hanger included. Mine did not have this feature and I am more accustomed to the L-bracket of aluminum that hangs on the air nipple at the back of the nailer.
A very light and well-balanced piece of equipment.

Best Nailer Available
My company builds several houses each year and many decks each spring and summer so I work my framing gun hard.This is the third brand of nailer I have owned and with this one I finally got it right.I almost bought this one last time I purchased a gun and always wished I had.The guys I worked alongside all winter long in extreme conditions had paslodes and they worked in the cold and sand while my dewalt needed new o-rings twice.I have always enjoyed the balance and low recoil of this gun and it toenails better than any other gun. Now that they added the wonderful rafter hook, this gun is priceless, and it is the least expensive on the market.Paslode also makes a roundhead nail for this gun for those of you in areas where code requires that.What a winner.5 stars for sure. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Paslode    2. (Paslod)    3. Air Tools    4. Nailers    5. Framing Nailers    6. (Nail Guns)    7. (Nailguns)   

Editorial Review

For the price, Makita's 10-inch portable table saw is a solid choice for the job site. The 15 amp motor packs plenty of power, and with a 3-9/16-cut capacity, this saw will rip four-by material on a single pass. This saw also has an electric brake, so adjustments between cuts are both safer and quicker to make. The table's a good size, too: 27 by 22 inches. We also really like the saw's new cam-lock rip fence, which is much easier to adjust than double-locking designs. The bevel adjust has a pretty good rack-and-pinion design (metal, admittedly, would be better). All in all, this saw strikes a nice balance between weight (only 40 pounds) and vibration (minimal). Simply put, the Makita 2703 is a solid saw, better for the job site (quick, powerful, lightweight) than the home shop. For the shop, we'd recommend a saw with a more accurate fence. --Jon Groebner ... Read more

Features

• One-year warranty
• Powerful 15-amp motor handles any material
• 27-by-22-inch table provides large support surface for work pieces
• Cam-locking rip fence sets quickly
• Lightweight at only 40 pounds--easily portable

Reviews (32)

The king of lightweight table saws
I bought the 10" Makita table saw after I got tired of lugging the massive and heavy Bosch in and out of my truck everyday. With the Bosch, you can expect to spend a lot of time at the chiropractor, but the Makita is so lightweight I can carry it with one hand.

I normally use a 7 1/4" Marathon blade for ripping and a 7 1/4" 40 tooth red Freud deck blade for finish ripping/cross cutting. With the small and thin blades, the saw cuts incredibly fast and clean. I also own several expensive 10" blades, but I only mount them when I need to cut deeper than 1x material.

I also have the Rousseau stand with the Biesemeyer style fence. There is no better fence and stand for a portable. With infeed rollers and long outfeed tables, I have ripped and resawn lumber as long as 21 feet with the little Makita with no problems.

I recently added a set of "Board Buddies" hold downs to the fence and now the saw cuts more accurately than a delta cabinet saw with a unifence.

I miss the soft start and quiet running motor of the Bosch, but the blade brake on the Makita is more practical and safer. The small 7 1/4" blades stop almost instantly.

The Makita saw has a removable trigger safety that prevents the saw from turning on when you remove the safety.

Makita does not offer a zero-clearance kerf insert, but it is easy to make them out of mdf. Dado inserts are available, however.

The stock fence will work if you lock it down parallel to the blade, but it leaves a lot to be desired. The stock rip capacity is less than 20 inches. This saw really is designed to be used in a Rousseau or Makita (made by Rousseau) stand with the large fence. The saw lacks all the sliding extensions and rack & pinion assemblies that you don't need with a Rousseau stand. If you don't intend to buy a Rousseau stand for your saw, you will be better off with a higher priced saw that has a better fence and more rip capacity.

Ripping a 4x in a single pass is an amazing and humbling experience because all that blade sticking out of the table could take a leg off a Rhino in no time flat. Ripping huge lumber is best left to the lumber yards with their monstrous saws and fearless machine operators. I mostly use the saw for finish work so I rarely need to run anything thicker than a 2x4 through the saw, thankfully.

There are lighter and cheaper saws available, but many of the cheaper saws do not have a blade shroud (the Makita's is made from cast aluminum instead of plastic). The blade shroud keeps you from putting a hand into the running blade should you reach under the saw for something. The metal shroud would offer better protection from shrapnel should your blade lose a tooth or fracture.

I recommend this saw for a contractor looking for a lightweight yet powerful and accurate portable. The price is great, the saw is super easy to transport and set up, and the saws are know to be extremely durable and long lasting.

Light, powerful, imprecise, non-standard
Strong saw, and light, and with the Porta Table has a nice fence and will cut very wide.However, the arbor is too short for dado work as large as I'd like and the non-standard miter slots limit the amount of after market stuff you can use with the saw.I'm looking to sell mine and upgrade to a more versatile saw.

If the fence were better . . .
This is a great saw in many ways.It's light, but sturdy.It's set up perfectly right out of the box, and offers easy adjustments to fine tune its performance.It's perfect to haul to jobsites, or just pull out of the garage on weekends.No other lightweight table saw is so solid, durable, and powerful.

So the fence really is a pity.It's easy to adjust and lock, but it doesn't square automatically.You have to realign it every time you reset it.And it doesn't even hold a setting, unless you clamp it in place with huge c-clamps.So it's not really suitable for any kind of fine work unless you replace the fence.Which isn't easy, because it's not a standard size, and you have to fabricate brackets.Which isn't really that difficult, but for about the same money, Ryobe makes a saw with a great fence. It's not as powerful or durable as the Makita, but if I were doing it all again, I don't think I would have bought this saw. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Makita    2. (Maketa)    3. (Mikita)    4. Saws    5. Table Saws    6. Bench-Top Table Saws    7. (Tablesaws)    8. (Portable)