Roger440 Posted February 21, 2018 Posted February 21, 2018 I have reached the point i need to buy a multi tool, as this is, clearly, an ommision from my range of man tools. Question is, which one to buy. Any thoughts and experiences on what works or doesn't much appreciated.
Barney12 Posted February 21, 2018 Posted February 21, 2018 I've had a 240v Fein Multimaster for probably 10 years. It's a fantastic tool. Never missed a beat and its had some serious abuse. I've also got a battery Bosch multitool but although handy just doesn't have the 'welly' of the mains Fein.
mvincentd Posted February 21, 2018 Posted February 21, 2018 if you choose to go Makita cordless don't get tempted by the cheaper earlier model that didnt have a tool-less blade change......apparently was a problematic pita. This is 2nd hand info...not my own experience..but it took the advice , and the quick release version is proving great so far. 1
PeterW Posted February 21, 2018 Posted February 21, 2018 I have a Fein Multimaster 240v I will fight to the death over it ..!!! Only issue is eye watering Fein blade prices but I use ones from eBay and they are just as good. Cut, sand, grind, it does the lot ..! 1
Oz07 Posted February 21, 2018 Posted February 21, 2018 Just ordered the Makita quick release one tonight. The "51" model. I resisted getting one for so long but on a job where it would come in handy. Always seen it as a "bodging" tool before now. I can't believe how many tools we need nowadays just to keep pace. Makes me sick. Bet our forefathers look down on us with disgust! 1
MikeSharp01 Posted February 21, 2018 Posted February 21, 2018 I Have the Dewalt cordless version which is great, lasts forever on one charge. https://www.howetools.co.uk/dewalt-dcs355n-18v-multi-function-tool?utm_source=google_shopping&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI-fHY4_a32QIVo7ztCh2Q9w5kEAQYASABEgJEUfD_BwE 3
Roger440 Posted February 21, 2018 Author Posted February 21, 2018 Thanks chaps, i'll take a look at these tommorow.
SteamyTea Posted February 21, 2018 Posted February 21, 2018 5 minutes ago, Onoff said: Parkside / Lidl £29.00 its a steal. I bought one of those last year. I have a project coming up soon. Will see how good it really is.
Onoff Posted February 21, 2018 Posted February 21, 2018 21 minutes ago, SteamyTea said: I bought one of those last year. I have a project coming up soon. Will see how good it really is. I've knocked 7 shades out of mine. Really can't fault it. Saxton blades btw.
Nickfromwales Posted February 21, 2018 Posted February 21, 2018 I have the Makita 18v and its on its 3rd gearbox / head, but all changed FOC under Makitas no-quibble 3 year warranty. Id buy the Fein in a heartbeat, but its a bloody expensive machine if your not using it to make a living. Id say any of the Makita / Bosch / Dewalt 230volt corded offerings will serve you well. If I had to choose id probably go Dewalt or Bosch as my mates ones seem to have outlived my Makita.
Onoff Posted February 22, 2018 Posted February 22, 2018 My chippy mate is raving about the DeWalt 18V one he's just bought. Like I always tell him, the big problem with DeWalt is that it's YELLOW! 1
ToughButterCup Posted February 22, 2018 Posted February 22, 2018 52 minutes ago, Onoff said: [...] big problem with DeWalt is that it's YELLOW! Thats an advantage for those of us who put dark coloured tools on dark surfaces
Ferdinand Posted February 22, 2018 Posted February 22, 2018 (edited) Fein MultiMaster is worth its weight in gold ... mine is inherited and about 20 years old. MY chosen alternative would be one of the cordless Makitas (or within your chosen battery system) with tool-free changes of implement. Do brushless motors apply to Multi-Tools? I always have slight psychological doubts about the Makita colour, as it so close to David Icke's turquoise shell suits, which are one of those better-never-invented things that irredeemably poison the memory like Vegemite or Abadoo Doo Doo. Ferdinand Edited February 22, 2018 by Ferdinand
CC45 Posted February 22, 2018 Posted February 22, 2018 I sleep with my Dewalt one - no one is taking that from me!
Roger440 Posted February 22, 2018 Author Posted February 22, 2018 So we are down to Fein, makita, bosch or Dewalt. Question now is battery or mains. I love battery tools for the lack of a lead, but my experience of battery stuff isn't that good, i suspect becuase the use of any individual tol tends to be occasional. I might not use something for a year!
Nickfromwales Posted February 22, 2018 Posted February 22, 2018 Corded then for sure. And only the fein if your minted. Id go DeWalt or Bosch but deffo Quick-change. 1
Roger440 Posted February 22, 2018 Author Posted February 22, 2018 12 minutes ago, Onoff said: Still got 'em in Lidl! Hmmmm............................................................... No!
Onoff Posted February 22, 2018 Posted February 22, 2018 5 minutes ago, Roger440 said: Hmmmm............................................................... No! Snob! 1
PeterW Posted February 22, 2018 Posted February 22, 2018 Right ... the Fein Multimaster Top is the dogs when it comes to corded and it has a price to match. Fein also make the MultiTalent too which is just as good but less rugged (and a bit lighter) and is change from £110 delivered. https://www.uktoolcentre.co.uk/products/fein-fmt250sl-starlock-multitalent-starter-kits.html?SID=778818&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8dGA38G62QIVbrftCh2i8wm2EAQYBSABEgLXKvD_BwE It makes the Bosch look like a Lidl hairdryer ...
Roger440 Posted February 22, 2018 Author Posted February 22, 2018 2 minutes ago, PeterW said: Right ... the Fein Multimaster Top is the dogs when it comes to corded and it has a price to match. Fein also make the MultiTalent too which is just as good but less rugged (and a bit lighter) and is change from £110 delivered. https://www.uktoolcentre.co.uk/products/fein-fmt250sl-starlock-multitalent-starter-kits.html?SID=778818&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8dGA38G62QIVbrftCh2i8wm2EAQYBSABEgLXKvD_BwE It makes the Bosch look like a Lidl hairdryer ... Interesting!
Roger440 Posted February 22, 2018 Author Posted February 22, 2018 4 minutes ago, Onoff said: Snob! Bought enough cheap tools in my life! 1
PeterW Posted February 22, 2018 Posted February 22, 2018 Multimaster is 350w, MultiTalent is 250w. My wood butcher has the Ryobi cordless one and whilst it’s light in your hand it vibrates too much - the Fein has a decent amount of weight that means it doesn’t vibrate as much and more goes through the blade.
Onoff Posted February 22, 2018 Posted February 22, 2018 9 minutes ago, Roger440 said: Bought enough cheap tools in my life! Me too. Got a draw full of crap tools from Makro etc. Never use 'em. The Parkside multi tool however I have not stopped using. Plenty of grunt, nice feel and passes the drop test. Quick change would have been nice. I only got it as my original Draper multi tool had a non standard blade fitting. Top one is the Draper - weird hex fitting, lower one I think my mates MacAllister. He's now gone 18V DeWalt.
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