Cordless Tools reviews

Makita XGT 40 Volt Tools

Upfitting a work Van With Makita 40V Cordless Tools I started my carpentry career of with Makita tools – back then the miter saws were called “chop” saws and they were corded. At that time Makita was the go-to company for woodworkers and carpenters. Many of my first tools of the trade were Makita brand. […]

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Ridgid 18 Volt Track Saw Review

RIDGID 18V Cordless 6-1/2 in. Track Saw R48630 Ridgid has finally joined the ranks of tool companies offering a cordless track saw. We recently got our hands on one to put through some tests.  I’ve always said Rigid is the hidden gem in the tool industry, meaning that they are constantly coming out with tools […]

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Makita 40V 8-1/2″ Dual-Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw Review

Makita 40V 8-1/2″ Dual-Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw – Model GSL02Z Typically the miter saw is the first tool I set up and the last tool I break down. For efficiency and accuracy, the Miter Saw is one of the most important tools for me. The 40v XGT line of cordless power tools from Makita […]

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DEWALT FLEXVOLT 60V Dust Extractor Kit Review

DEWALT FLEXVOLT Dust Extractor Kit – Model DCV585T2 A cordless dust extractor with no wheels sounds like a design that was not thought out to its best capacity. There are several manufacturers on the market producing cordless dust extractors with great maneuverability.  DEWALT went with a cordless solution while thinking about storage, transportation, and efficiency […]

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Makita 40V XGT Cordless Dust Extractor Review

 Makita 40V XGT  Cordless Dust Extractor – Model GCV04PMUX A Cordless vacuum/dust extractor is very portable and maneuverable. Being cordless means you could use your dust extractor both indoors and outdoors and take it to places where corded dust extractors can’t reach or are inconvenient to use. No searching for an outlet or dragging out […]

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Makita 40V MAX XGT Impact Wrenches Review

Makita 40V MAX XGT 1/2″ Mid and 3/4″ High Torque Impact Wrench Review The 40V MAX XGT  tools are Makita‘s flagship professional-grade cordless tools. This tool review will examine the 1/2″ Mid-Torque Model GWT07Z and 3/4″ High-Torque Model GWT01Z impact wrenches. The Makita XGT impact wrenches are powerful but refined and comfortable to use. They […]

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Milwaukee M12 Planer Review 2524-20

Milwaukee M12 Planer 48-38-2005 The Milwaukee M12 planer recently arrived at my shop. I purposely did not ask to review this tool because honestly it looked like a toy and didn’t think subscribers would be interested in this. Man was I wrong! I put it to use first in the shop, and then in the field, […]

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HILTI 22V Jig Saw Review

 HILTI 22V Nuron, Brushless D-Handle Jigsaw Model SJD 6-22 We recently got the chance to test out the HILTI SJD 6-22 Cordless Jig Saw during one of our head to heads and we wanted to dig a little deeper on this model, especially since it performed so well. HILTI has a reputation of dependability and […]

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Hilti 22V Cordless Drill/Driver Review

Hilti 22V Nuron Cordless Brushless Hammer Drill/Drivers (Models SF 4H-22 & SF 6H-22) We recently got our hands on many newly released HILTI 22V Nuron cordless tools. Lately, I’ve put a couple of drill/drivers to use. We tested out the Hilti 22V SF 4H-22 & SF 6H-22 models. They are similar hammer drills and met […]

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Metabo HPT 36V MultiVolt Table Saw Review

Metabo HPT 36V MultiVolt Cordless 10″ Table Saw Review   Metabo HPT is updating and improving venerable tools from the old Hitachi line. The Metabo HPT 36V MultiVolt cordless 10″ table saw is a great example of this. This tool review takes a look at the Metabo HPT Model #C3610DRJQ4 MultiVolt Table Saw. Metabo HPT […]

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