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I’m looking at the new(ish) rotary tool and was wondering if its worth the $100. I know you can get a real cordless dremel for $10 cheaper but I like my Milwaukee batteries. Does anyone have experience with one of these? I’d like any input you have. If no one has one I’ll buy one for the advancement of “science”.
If you already have the m12 system I would stick with that, not sure how the stats compare though, you can use any of the shanks of the tools but the only thin about dremel is all the additions to the tools where you can’t with milwaukee.
In my experience with my corded dremel all the dremel attachments never really get used. The only time they would is when I’m next to an outlet and can use my corded one.Jimbos1ice wrote:
If you already have the m12 system I would stick with that, not sure how the stats compare though, you can use any of the shanks of the tools but the only thin about dremel is all the additions to the tools where you can’t with milwaukee.
Stercorarius wrote:
In my experience with my corded dremel all the dremel attachments never really get used. The only time they would is when I’m next to an outlet and can use my corded one.
The only attachments I’ve used are the planer attachment and the extension wand, which has come pretty valuable. Just food for thought dude, and not all attachments may work on the cordless any who. Recently my dremel just sits on the top shelf and collects dust.
Jimbos1ice wrote:
The only attachments I’ve used are the planer attachment and the extension wand, which has come pretty valuable. Just food for thought dude, and not all attachments may work on the cordless any who. Recently my dremel just sits on the top shelf and collects.
Yeah, thank you. I appreciate the input.
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As far as specs go it looks like the Milwaukee has a few ounces lighter than the Dremel and substantially faster charging speed along with another 2,000 rpm. Really as far as specs go Milwaukee has a slight advantage but Dremel has the name going for it. Really though if I had to choose between the two I’d go with the Milwaukee. I’m just don’t want to buy it and find a fatal flaw.
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Yeah, thank you. I appreciate the input.
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As far as specs go it looks like the Milwaukee has a few ounces lighter than the Dremel and substantially faster charging speed along with another 2,000 rpm. Really as far as specs go Milwaukee has a slight advantage but Dremel has the name going for it. Really though if I had to choose between the two I’d go with the Milwaukee. I’m just don’t want to buy it and find a fatal flaw.
Are you into the m12 line?
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Are you into the m12 line?
I just got into it and it keeps growing.
Grow it some more!
I like you attitude![emoji106] [emoji106] [emoji106]Jimbos1ice wrote:
Grow it some more!
I think my tax return is going to buy me this, and the HD combo deal with the 3/8 Fuel impact and right angle drill if they’re still on sale when I get the check.
I have the m12 rotary tool, I haven’t used it much, cant remember when I got it, I used it a little for carving /rounding out to put hinges on a door that I was modifying. It’s nice to have. Then I got a cheap accessories kit to go along with.
I wanted to make more videos but haven’t had the chance so this is my only one so far
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I barely use the dremel I have, no real need for me to pick up a cordless one, I used to use it all the time when I worked on scale models, but not so much any more.
Just watched the video Dan and Eric did in it. Didn’t realize it was that old, local tool shack displayed it as a new tool. I’m almost definitely sold on it.
as it were the Milwaukee and dremel attachments can be interchanged…….along with other brands of rotory tools
comp56 wrote:
as it were the Milwaukee and dremel attachments can be interchanged…….along with other brands of rotory tools
Hey, why you gotta be like that man?[emoji6] I was hoping someone would talk me out of buying one and now I can’t not buy one. I even feel like I need two for some reason.
Nice Comp good to know that. I have some dremel accessories so I need to get the m12 rotary tool.comp56 wrote:
as it were the Milwaukee and dremel attachments can be interchanged…….along with other brands of rotory tools
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they frequently go on sale for under $70 for bare tool…..for that price if you only use it twice a year I’m sure it will pay for itself at least that’s what I tell myself..
I have been debating between the Milwaukee and Dremel cordless so the timing for this thread couldn’t be better. I am thinking about going with the milwaukee only because I figure I can get into their 12v line.
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I use my Dremel a lot, enough that it’s hanging ready to go with a flex shaft at my bench. The big difference for me between dremel brand and knockoffs is wobble in the chuck which I heard is bad with the M12. Sticking a dremel flex shaft on it should solve the problem though.
jeffmcmillan wrote:
I use my Dremel a lot, enough that it’s hanging ready to go with a flex shaft at my bench. The big difference for me between dremel brand and knockoffs is wobble in the chuck which I heard is bad with the M12. Sticking a dremel flex shaft on it should solve the problem though.
ya I have 3 rotory tools plugged in ready for action with different bits, the Milwaukee is also nice to grab and do something mobile….
Damn it… 3 hours ago had no desire for this tool, comp throws a couple pictures here we go again!
Pretty awesome Dremel stuff fits though, good to know.
Jimbo
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Jimbos1ice wrote:
Damn it… 3 hours ago had no desire for this tool, comp throws a couple pictures here we go again!
Pretty awesome Dremel stuff fits though, good to know.
Jimbo
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funny you mention that, the other day I was wondering how I could put a 1/2″ impact to good use……..because of your post….so we are even…lol
comp56 wrote:
funny you mention that, the other day I was wondering how I could put a 1/2″ impact to good use……..because of your post….so we are even…lol
You’ll be glad you have it handy one day… thats what i say about most tool purchases lol.
you show me a 5 slice toaster I would probably buy one even though we lived with a 4 slice for 40 years a 5 might come in handy one day…lol
comp56 wrote:
you show me a 5 slice toaster I would probably buy one even though we lived with a 4 slice for 40 years a 5 might come in handy one day…lol
Pretty sure them 5 slice toasters come in red
I didn’t even know Milwaukee made a tool like this. Now after reading all the posts, I have to have one. All the Milwaukee stuff I have are the M18 gen 2 fuel. This will be a good excuse to get into the M12 line.
Jimbos1ice wrote:
Damn it… 3 hours ago had no desire for this tool, comp throws a couple pictures here we go again!
Pretty awesome Dremel stuff fits though, good to know.
Jimbo
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That should be our moto. I only came here to look and I bought the store. Thanks TIA Forum.
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hmm I’ll be able to warm up those 5″ orbital sanding discs before use…lol
I’m getting a toaster for the shop!
That’ll go great with your fridgzall!
Didn’t know that dremel accessories would work on the Milwaukee. Thanks comp!!
Yeah I “need” one for prepping plug welds so really it’s already paid itself off and I don’t even have one yet.[External image (uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com), not copied]comp56 wrote:
they frequently go on sale for under $70 for bare tool…..for that price if you only use it twice a year I’m sure it will pay for itself at least that’s what I tell myself..
I would go with the Milwaukee for cordless
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If you get the combo with rotary and 3/8 fuel impact wrench your golden bro your gonna love that impact wrench that’s one of my go to tools all the time
Wait is that a combo kit that they offer?Bigmikez wrote:
If you get the combo with rotary and 3/8 fuel impact wrench your golden bro your gonna love that impact wrench that’s one of my go to tools all the time
. Not sure if those come together in a combo but I’ll poke around for it I got the 3/8 wrench with 3/8 ratchet combo and bought the rotory tool kit on a holiday special last year for around $60Stercorarius wrote:
Wait is that a combo kit that they offer?
That 3/8 ratchet is amazing. It’s actually what sucked me into the M12 line. I bought at full price even after I used a coworkers. No regrets.Bigmikez wrote:
. Not sure if those come together in a combo but I’ll poke around for it I got the 3/8 wrench with 3/8 ratchet combo and bought the rotory tool kit on a holiday special last year for around $60
yup at first I thought I wouldn’t use it much but man it get its daily work outs from the guys at the shop I do wish it was a little more compact but it’s a not a deal breaker for me I love that lil beast!Stercorarius wrote:
That 3/8 ratchet is amazing. It’s actually what sucked me into the M12 line. I bought at full price even after I used a coworkers. No regrets.
sorry man I searched around but couldn’t find one …Stercorarius wrote:
Wait is that a combo kit that they offer?
Guess I’m buying three tools….. I can live with that.Bigmikez wrote:
sorry man I searched around but couldn’t find one …
lol I don’t see nooo problems with that either bro 😉 they might have some good deals during Father’s Day I know that’s kinda far away but just throwing that out there.Stercorarius wrote:
Guess I’m buying three tools….. I can live with that.
the rotory tool is on sale for $65 with free tape measure…….
I’m hoping they come out with a new 1/4 and 3/8 ratchet this year since they have been around for about 4 years. A M12 fuel ratchet would be great.
Sweet thanks man!comp56 wrote:
the rotory tool is on sale for $65 with free tape measure…….
Great find comp!
Comp you got a link dude?
Man, that is tempting. I’ve been thinking of buying one, we use our cordless Craftsman rotary tool all the time. I have a Dremel at home but I rarely use it, cordless is just soo much more convenient, especially for one of these tools.
Comp is this canada only?
Jimbos1ice wrote:
Comp is this canada only?
no idea just saying it can be found for that kind of price pretty much always,…
Just ordered it plus some diablo blades, $73 + $25 shipping to us however it was canadian dollars which came to about $70 us dollars, thanks for a great website comp Ill have to keep my eye on this place, hell of a deal!