What Was Your Last Tool And What Is Your Next?!?!

[HandySparks]

A plumber mate was looking at that sds and asked my thoughts on it. I told him it can't have much uummphh as a 10 volter. Obviously I am wrong on that score! Looks pretty nifty it does. Looks a good size for keeping in your tool tote.

I bought it for small fixings, but when I get the chance I'll try it with a 20 or 25mm bit and see how it does.

 

[HandySparks]

I'm interested in that hole cutting SDS bit. Where did you get it? Are they still available to purchase?

Bought a few years ago, along with a single box square one. Might have been from Toolstation. I've not noticed them recently. Really good for soft brick and block and OK for tidying up holes in harder bricks where the bulk has been removed by drilling or chiseling.

 

[NDG Elecs]

Out of curiosity, my Bosch 36V will drill a typical 5.5mm hole to around 50mm deep in 2-4 seconds. I am guessing the bigger Makitas are similar. How much slower is your new kit? It's gotta be slower, but I assume a good bit quicker than a decent combi.

 

[HandySparks]

Out of curiosity, my Bosch 36V will drill a typical 5.5mm hole to around 50mm deep in 2-4 seconds. I am guessing the bigger Makitas are similar. How much slower is your new kit? It's gotta be slower, but I assume a good bit quicker than a decent combi.

I've not used it enough to tell, but it didn't strike me as noticeably slower than my other SDS drills for small holes. It's certainly much faster than an ordinary combi drill on brickwork. I think you'd have to be doing an awful lot of holes to care if it was slightly slower.

 

[SparkyChick]

Thanks for the feedback and info on that box cutter chaps, much appreciated

 

[martin mcguinness]

Bought a Makita plunge saw with 2 rails and clamps next purchase will be a DAB radio i have heard quite a few but i think the Makita sounds the best. Unfortunately i dont have any Makita battery tools for the batterys so might have to invest in the 18v 3ah kit (the wife dont know about the plunge saw )i cant stop i need help alchoholics have AA what is there for toolaholics like us please help me LOL

 

[WillWX]

Bought a Makita plunge saw with 2 rails and clamps next purchase will be a DAB radio i have heard quite a few but i think the Makita sounds the best. Unfortunately i dont have any Makita battery tools for the batterys so might have to invest in the 18v 3ah kit (the wife dont know about the plunge saw )i cant stop i need help alchoholics have AA what is there for toolaholics like us please help me LOL

The DAB radio sound quality is seriously good I think.

Ha I feel you over the toolaholic thing, I want tools I don't even need!!

 

[martin mcguinness]

didnt really need the plunge saw but have been using my mates one for cut outs on worktops and thought i have to get one. Ive had it 2 weeks and not been out the box i keep using his as dont want to get mine dirty. I need help i cant stop i even bought a dewalt chopsaw with legs i dont even need it i just wanted it
I NEED HELP

 

[Wilko]

didnt really need the plunge saw but have been using my mates one for cut outs on worktops and thought i have to get one. Ive had it 2 weeks and not been out the box i keep using his as dont want to get mine dirty. I need help i cant stop i even bought a dewalt chopsaw with legs i dont even need it i just wanted it
I NEED HELP

Very sensible approach, but it has meant that I've got no friends anymore ... on the plus side you are building something to pass on, perhaps ?

 

[Marti]

Scruffix gave me £70 in vouchers, with no minimum spend, for signing up to the Electricfix catalog so it would have been rude not to indulge. Used the last one this week, a little electronic distance measure. No frills, no batteries and no case but for twenty quid, or a freebie voucher it does the job admirably. unlikely to be nicked on-site, unless they are really desperate/cheap.

 

[Rpa07]

I can tell you right now that the wall by your knees is not 5.73 metres away from you! Take it back and get your money back!
Trouble is when we get new toys/tools, we as grown up boys/men walk around the house measuring stuff or wanting to drill stuff or even . . . . Go to work, just to use it.
Our families must think we are nutters - but we know the truth don't we?

 

[Marti]

..And who are you calling a grown up. Off to drill holes in....something

 

[WillWX]

When I get a new power tool, generally, I will present it on the coffee table, periodically pick it up and examine it and then re seat in on the coffee table and repeat when necessary.

So sad.

 

[Specialist]

I can tell you right now that the wall by your knees is not 5.73 metres away from you! Take it back and get your money back!
Trouble is when we get new toys/tools, we as grown up boys/men walk around the house measuring stuff or wanting to drill stuff or even . . . . Go to work, just to use it.
Our families must think we are nutters - but we know the truth don't we?

It's gone past the thinking stage mate , trust me they know .

 

[MJPD29]

Milwaukee 18v DAB radio, and it's probably the best thing I've ever bought

 

[MJPD29]

When I get a new power tool, generally, I will present it on the coffee table, periodically pick it up and examine it and then re seat in on the coffee table and repeat when necessary.

So sad.

I find myself making excuses to use it either around the house or in the garage, God knows how many pointless holes the poor garage wall has now

 

[Specialist]

Just stop & think Mathew: Now you have to go & buy a shiny new filling knife or pointing trowel (maybe both), You need something to fill in the holes you made .

 

[telectrix]

Just stop & think Mathew: Now you have to go & buy a shiny new filling knife or pointing trowel (maybe both), You need something to fill in the holes you made .

how about a couple of covert mini cameras so his missus can see what he's up to in the garage while she's watching constipation street.

 

[Phil Thompson]

6-50mm crimper, next purchase will probably be something else. But would like a new demolition hammer.

 

[Pete999]

how about a couple of covert mini cameras so his missus can see what he's up to in the garage while she's watching constipation street.

Anything like mine She would be in a coma worrying cus She thinks it's real.