Are the attachments [blades etc] on these tools interchangeable between
brands?

For the non pro occasional user is the HF worth the money or should one
pony up more for a name brand?

Thanks

On 9/22/12 5:41 PM, Pilgrim wrote:
Are the attachments [blades etc] on these tools interchangeable between
brands?


No.


For the non pro occasional user is the HF worth the money or should one
pony up more for a name brand?


Is it worth 18 bucks? Yes.


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-MIKE-

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On Sat, 22 Sep 2012 18:27:12 -0500, -MIKE-
Are the attachments [blades etc] on these tools interchangeable between
brands?
No.

Some are.

http://www.amazon.com/Versa-Tool-MB3.../dp/B002SHL78M

Pilgrim wrote in newsilgrim-8F6E87.15412322092012
@70-3-168-216.pools.spcsdns.net:

Are the attachments [blades etc] on these tools interchangeable between
brands?

Some are, but most aren't. Look for compatibility information on the
package.

For the non pro occasional user is the HF worth the money or should one
pony up more for a name brand?

Thanks

As long as you realize what you're getting, it's worth the money. My
main complaints about the HF version were that it was loud and that it
vibrated excessively. I'm much happier with the Bosch.

Some users have reported the bolt that holds the attachment on won't stay
tight. Not all of the multitools have this problem, so be sure to test
yours.

At around $20, it's cheap enough to try and keep even if you decide to go
with a better one.

Puckdropper
--
Make it to fit, don't make it fit.

On 9/22/12 7:04 PM, Puckdropper wrote:
Pilgrim wrote in newsilgrim-8F6E87.15412322092012
@70-3-168-216.pools.spcsdns.net:

Are the attachments [blades etc] on these tools interchangeable between
brands?

Some are, but most aren't. Look for compatibility information on the
package.

For the non pro occasional user is the HF worth the money or should one
pony up more for a name brand?

Thanks

As long as you realize what you're getting, it's worth the money. My
main complaints about the HF version were that it was loud and that it
vibrated excessively. I'm much happier with the Bosch.

Some users have reported the bolt that holds the attachment on won't stay
tight. Not all of the multitools have this problem, so be sure to test
yours.

At around $20, it's cheap enough to try and keep even if you decide to go
with a better one.

Puckdropper


And with a 90 day return, it's pretty silly to not try one out.


--

-MIKE-

"Playing is not something I do at night, it's my function in life"
--Elvin Jones (1927-2004)
--
http://mikedrums.com

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On Sat, 22 Sep 2012 15:41:23 -0700, Pilgrim
wrote:

Are the attachments [blades etc] on these tools interchangeable between
brands?

For the non pro occasional user is the HF worth the money or should one
pony up more for a name brand?

Yes, many accessory blades are interchangeable nowadays. Check the
packaging.

I have the HF and it cost 1/4 the price of the nearest competitor. I
love mine. Get one on sale for $22 right now, less if you have a 20%
off coupon. I paid $24 on sale a year ago. DAMNED handy, they are.
Variable speed isn't necessary, nor is a name brand.


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Life is like one big Mardi Gras. But instead of showing your boobs,
show people your brain, and if they like what they see, you'll have
more beads than you know what to do with.
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On Sat, 22 Sep 2012 15:41:23 -0700, Pilgrim
wrote:

Are the attachments [blades etc] on these tools interchangeable between
brands?

Some are


For the non pro occasional user is the HF worth the money or should one
pony up more for a name brand?

Depends. If you saw my shop, you'd find an array of good quality
tools from some of the best. Bosch, Porter Cable, Delta, etc. You'll
also see my first Harbor Freight purchase, a multi tool.

I bought the HF tool to do one job I had to do. It worked well for it
and was worth the money compared to using some other method.

If it was a tool I was going to use every day, I'd probably spring for
a better brand, but for moderate use, it is a good deal.

Pilgrim wrote:
Are the attachments [blades etc] on these tools interchangeable
between brands?

For the non pro occasional user is the HF worth the money or should
one pony up more for a name brand?


The HF blades are interchangeable with Fein, Dremel, and others.

"Is it worth the money?" Well, that depends. If you want the satisfaction of
using the best or live to impress your fellow workmen, no it's not. If, on
the other hand, you are more concerned with the results than the provenance
of your tool, then yes it is. In sum:

HF - Less than $20 and does the job.
[several models in-between]
Fein - Upwards of $300 and comes in a nice case. Also gets the job done.

On 9/22/2012 5:41 PM, Pilgrim wrote:
Are the attachments [blades etc] on these tools interchangeable between
brands?

For the non pro occasional user is the HF worth the money or should one
pony up more for a name brand?

Thanks



I would say "you get what you pay for. More complaints coming from the
HF models, numing vibrations, blades will not stay tight, won't work
etc. While a Fein is the top of the line and what I have I might
suggest that it does a better job and works better than the HF model.

I might suggest the name brand in-betweener brands, Dremel, Bosch, etc.

On Mon, 24 Sep 2012 08:30:18 -0500, Leon lcb11211@swbelldotnet wrote:

On 9/22/2012 5:41 PM, Pilgrim wrote:
Are the attachments [blades etc] on these tools interchangeable between
brands?

For the non pro occasional user is the HF worth the money or should one
pony up more for a name brand?

Thanks



I would say "you get what you pay for. More complaints coming from the
HF models, numing vibrations, blades will not stay tight, won't work
etc. While a Fein is the top of the line and what I have I might
suggest that it does a better job and works better than the HF model.

I might suggest the name brand in-betweener brands, Dremel, Bosch, etc.

I have a Bosch 12V cordless and a Dremel corded (they didn't have the Bosch
when I needed it). I bought the cordless one because I generally use it for
small jobs where getting power is half the work. They're both very nice
tools. No problems at all.

In article pilgrim-8F6E87.15412322092012@70-3-168-
216.pools.spcsdns.net, says...

Are the attachments [blades etc] on these tools interchangeable between
brands?

As a general case no. In particular cases, yes, but I don't know of a
good table that shows what works with what.

For the non pro occasional user is the HF worth the money or should one
pony up more for a name brand?

Never used the HF and can't say for sure.

"Leon" lcb11211@swbelldotnet wrote in message
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On 9/22/2012 5:41 PM, Pilgrim wrote:
Are the attachments [blades etc] on these tools interchangeable between
brands?

For the non pro occasional user is the HF worth the money or should one
pony up more for a name brand?

Thanks



I would say "you get what you pay for. More complaints coming from the HF
models, numing vibrations, blades will not stay tight, won't work etc.
While a Fein is the top of the line and what I have I might suggest that
it does a better job and works better than the HF model.

I might suggest the name brand in-betweener brands, Dremel, Bosch, etc.

I bought the HF model perhaps two years ago and use it frequently for
drywall and wood cutting. Loud? Yes. Reliable thus far? Yes. I would say I
got my dollars worth.