Looking to start a tool collection here, does this brand suck?

[zemel]

I use tools a lot, during a 12 month period, but it varies. Sometimes several days in a row; then maybe zero for a month or two.

Have used Dewalt, Rigid, Skil, Milwaukee, Bosch, PorterCable, maybe others over the years.

I'm not a mechanic, but pretty handy.

No tool maker makes the best of everything; what's best for me may not be best for you.

Some tolls I have, I really like using:

PorterCable 7.25 right handed [or is it lefthanded] frame saw (I use it with left hand, even though I'm a righty, because this way the exhaust doesn't blow in my face; you have to remember the blade spin is opposite).

DeWalt 18 volt; have both older regular and newer hammer + regular drill. It's heavy at 5.2lbs, but the 14.4 volt Rigid is 4.7lbs. Using a heavy drill overhead can really be a strain on your wrist; I've gotten used to it.

The Black & Decker 9v/12v/14v are junk, IMHO. RPM is ridiculous.

Have an old Makita 9v; it's weak, but it still works; only use it for "light" jobs.

PorterCable Jigsaw.

PorterCable quick change "sawzall".

Had Skill frame saw; it was stolen; other than annoyed about it being stolen because it just had come back from a minor repair, don't miss it.

DeWalt 4" 18v saw; not bad for smaller items.

nuf said

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[Hayabusa Rider]

It all depends on the tool.

My favorites...

Makita cordless drill

Porter-Cable 895 router.

The Bosch 1590 jigsaw is the best money can buy.

Likewise the Milwaukee circular saw.

Big tools are more problematic. Lots of opinions over table and band saws for example.

I did buy a 60 dollar ratchet/box wrench/bit driver combo from Sams recently and am very pleased with the quality. Can't remember the dang name of the maker though

 

[dak125]

I'm a big fan of Craftsman. Watch out for the sales at Sears. They seemingly give the stuff away every once in awhile.

 

[cirthix]

i have sharks with lazers on their friggen heads doing all the work for me muhahahhahhahhahahah