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5/16/2012

Makita AG125 2-15/16-Inch to 4-7/8-Inch Pneumatic Nail Driver Review

Makita AG125  2-15/16-Inch to 4-7/8-Inch Pneumatic Nail Driver
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I've always wondered if someone would come out with a tool such as this one. I knew that there were palm nailers, but this really does the trick when you want to get down and dirty. It is easier to grip, and the rubber on the handle is very comfortable. It has a depth adjustment with six different settings, which works better than simply adjusting the psi on your compressor. Overall, this is a great unit.

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The built-in magnet on this Pneumatic Nail driver ensures proper loading and alignment so you can drive nails from 2-15/16 to 4-7/8 inches with confidence. The quick dial adjustment has six settings for precise control of nail depth, and there's a contoured hand and conforming rubber grip for comfort. The built-in air filter prevents dust or foreign matter from entering the tool and the rubber bumper protects the tool housing. A 360-degree exhaust system directs exhaust away from the operator and the tool hook can be installed on either side of the driver. All this, in a tool that weighs just 2.9 lbs.. Your purchase includes a hex wrench, safety glasses, and an oil supply.

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3/03/2012

Makita BGA452 18-Volt LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless 4-1/2-Inch Cut-Off/Angle Grinder Kit Review

Makita BGA452 18-Volt LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless 4-1/2-Inch Cut-Off/Angle Grinder Kit
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Bought this to cut rebar and not have to carry a torch. I had been using a 110v grinder plugged into a car inverter and pulling the cord around was a pain. Number 6 rebar with a 110v grinder cut through in about two minutes. With this at least 4 minutes and after about 5 cuts it needs a recharge. Also, overload light comes on all the time. It would be ok for light duty, but it is not a 'real' grinder. Guess I need to get a torch after all (cuts #6 in 30 seconds). It is expensive as convenience tool. Don't expect it to work hard all day.

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Makita's 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless 4-1/2-inch Cut-Off/Angle Grinder delivers 10,000 RPM of compact grinding power to the jobsite. The BGA452 is engineered to grind, cut, and sand a wide range of materials including tile, concrete, pipe, conduit, and more.
Makita-Built Motor Engineered for Versatile PowerThe BGA452 features a Makita-built four-pole maximum torque motor that delivers 10,000 RPM, as well as an all-metal helical gear transmission which is a longer lasting and delivers a more efficient transmission of energy when compared to angled gears. The BGA452 also has a built-in electronic control circuit with L.E.D. warning lights for overload protection, and an electronic current limiter that automatically shuts off the current when the motor continues to be overloaded. This feature protects the motor for longer life. Ergonomic Design in a Compact SizeThe BGA452 weighs just 5.3 pounds with a more compact design at only 12-1/2 inches long. The ergonomic shape fits like a glove with even pressure and even control, and the built-in L.E.D. light illuminates the work surface for more efficient work. Versatile Design for a Range of ApplicationsThe BGA452 will grind, cut, and sand through a range of materials including tile, concrete, all-thread, Unistrut, pipe, channel iron, copper pipe, tubing, and more. It is ideal for tile setters, masons, welders, electricians, pipe fitters, sprinkler installers, HVAC, plumbers and any general contractor seeking a best-in-class engineered cordless cut-off/angle grinder. The BGA452 is just another example of Makita's commitment to innovative technology and best in class engineering. About Makita's 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Tool SeriesAs one of the pioneers driving the cordless tool revolution, Makita changed the game with its breakthrough 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Series. Three years after its debut, Makita's LXT Series has grown from seven to over 35 tools, providing a wide range of cordless solutions for professional tradesmen. Makita also added 18V Compact Lithium-Ion for cordless power in a more compact size. About MakitaMakita is a worldwide manufacturer of industrial quality power tools, and offers a wide range of industrial accessories. Makita applies leading-edge innovation to produce tools that are stronger, lighter, more powerful and easier to use. Makita USA, Inc. is located in La Mirada, California, and operates an extensive distribution network located throughout the U.S. For more information, please call 800/4-MAKITA (800/462-5482) or visit the website at makitatools.com. Makita is Best in Class Engineering.WarrantyEvery Makita Lithium-Ion tool is backed by Makita's 3-Year Warranty that covers repair due to defects in materials or workmanship up to three years from the date of original purchase. Makita Lithium-Ion batteries and chargers have a limited 1-year warranty. Please see makitatools.com for complete details. What's in the BoxMakita BGA452 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless 4-1/2-inch Cut-Off/Angle Grinder, two 18V LXT Lithium-Ion batteries, 30-Minute Rapid Optimum Charger, Cut-off wheel guard, Grinding wheel guard, Grinding wheel, Cut-off wheel, and tool case.


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2/10/2012

Makita LS0714 Quad 10 Amp 7-1/2-Inch Sliding Compound Miter saw Review

Makita LS0714 Quad 10 Amp 7-1/2-Inch Sliding Compound Miter saw
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This saw gives you cuts as smooth as glass in oak, pine and hard maple with almost no tearout on the bottom side. Since it has only 2" of vertical capacity I believe that its primary usage is in cabinet making. At least that is how I am using it. Its sliding mechanism is extremely smooth with no play. It gives you cuts up to 12" wide which are perfectly straight with no 'climbing' effect. Out of the box the blade was square to the table and the fence. I think that a table could have been a bit larger but my saw is mounted on a stand so it is a non-issue for me. Another possible detraction is that nobody(?) but Makita makes blades in 7-1/2" size but thus far the supplied blade proved (about 25 bucks if purchased separately) to be very good. Makita also could have provided two clamps for each side of the blade instead of just one. But I have yet to find a perfect tool...


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Makita's LS0714 7-1/2-Inch Slide Compound Miter Saw combines power, performance, and accuracy with a compact design and less weight for easy portability. It is ideal for a range of applications including flooring, trim, molding, finish carpentry, and more.

10 AMP MotorThe LS0714 has a 10 amp direct-drive motor with 6,000 rpm for improved performance and is engineered to never slip or bog down like belt-drive units. The electronic speed control maintains constant speed under load, and the soft-start technology delivers more controlled operation.
Four Steel Rails for Smooth and Accurate CutsThe LS0714 is engineered with four steel rails and four linear ball bearings for smooth and accurate, adjustment-free cuts. The engineered aluminum base supports large stock for efficient cutting. The compact LS0714 miters from 0 to 47 degrees left and 0 to 57 degrees right, with nine positive miter stops at 15, 22.5, 30, and 45 degrees (left or right), and 0 degree (90-degree cuts). The saw weighs only 28.9 pounds with a compact size (only 26-3/8 inches in overall length) with a convenient carrying handle for easy portability.
Best in Class for a Range of ApplicationsThe LS0714 is engineered for a broad range of trades, including remodelers, carpenters, floor installers, finishers, and general contractors seeking a best-in-class 7-1/2-inch slide compound miter saw for the jobsite or on the benchtop. The LS0714 is just another example of Makita's commitment to innovative technology and best-in-class engineering.
About Makita SawsCut after cut, Makita saws deliver power, performance, and capacity with less weight and more ease-of-use features. Makita has a full range of corded and cordless saws and blades for cutting wood, metal, and masonry, including table saws, miter saws, reciprocating saws, circular saws, jig saws, metal cutting saws, plunge saws, and more, as well as a complete line of blades and accessories.
About MakitaMakita is a worldwide manufacturer of industrial-quality power tools and offers a wide range of industrial accessories. Makita applies leading-edge innovation to engineer power tools that are compact and energy efficient, yet deliver industrial-strength power and results. Makita U.S.A., Inc. is located in La Mirada, California, and operates an extensive distribution network located throughout the U.S. For more information, please call 800/4-MAKITA (800/462-5482) or visit makitatools.com. Makita is Best-in-Class Engineering.
WarrantyEvery Makita tool is thoroughly inspected and tested before leaving the factory. If you are not satisfied with any Makita tool within 30 days of purchase, return it and Makita will provide a replacement or refund. Each Makita tool is warranted to be free of defects from workmanship and materials for the period of ONE YEAR from the date of original purchase. Should any trouble develop during this one-year period, return the COMPLETE tool, freight prepaid, to one of Makita's Factory or Authorized Service Centers. Please see makitatools.com for complete details.
What's in the BoxMakita LS0714 7-1/2-Inch Slide Component Miter Saw, 7-1/2-inch C.T. blade, vertical vise, wrench, triangular ruler, two each extension wings, and dust bag.

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1/30/2012

Black & Decker FireStorm 18 Volt FS18RS Cordless Reciprocating Saw (Bare tool - No Battery) Review

Black and Decker FireStorm 18 Volt FS18RS Cordless Reciprocating Saw (Bare tool - No Battery)
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This is a really handy saw to have around, especially if you already have Black & Decker 18V slide-style batteries. I also have the Black & Decker 18V string trimmer, blower, hedge trimmer, jigsaw, and 2 drills, all of which I really like. It's nice to be able to use the same batteries for all my tools. Firestorm and Black & Decker 18V batteries are pretty much interchangeable, or at least the ones I have are. This recip saw does a good job cutting through tree limbs. I've used it to cut branches up to 4" in diameter, and it worked just fine. And it works well on 2x4's too.
You could buy a more powerful saw, but you would either have to deal with the inconvenience of the power cord, or the added expense of buying different batteries and charger if you went with the Dewalt for example. To buy a Dewalt 18V will run you $200.00 for a kit with a battery and charger. No thanks! I don't need to demolish buildings or cut through 1/8" think steel, so my Firestorm recip saw will do just fine.

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2 Year Warranty, Voltage - 18 V,Strokes/Min - 0-2600 spm,Revolutions/Min - rpm, Includes-General Wood Cutting Blade,Metal Cutting Blade,18 Volt Reciprocating Saw

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11/27/2011

Bare-Tool Makita BTP140Z 18-Volt LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Hybrid 4-Function Impact-Hammer-Driver-Drill (Tool Only, No Battery) Review

Bare-Tool Makita BTP140Z 18-Volt LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Hybrid 4-Function Impact-Hammer-Driver-Drill (Tool Only, No Battery)
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Sadly, this tool flat doesn't work. I have used mine a few dozen times. After it died, I sent it into Makita. They quickly repaired it and returned it, free of charge. It now works, but the 4-in-1 gears never meshed right, and I can tell (audible que) that the repaired tool is no better.
Basically tools in this price/voltage range have high expectations. I would like to push this tool hard and have confidence in it, but find myself babying it. Really all I trust it to do, I can do with my 12V tiny hand-held drills and drivers.
It would be great to be able to carry only one driver around to do all these things. We're not there, yet. There's a reason no other manufacturer has one of these on the market, the other manufacturers have the composure not to release something that can't perform to expectations.

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Makita's 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Hybrid 4-Function Impact-Hammer-Driver-Drill provides four functions in one tool. The versatile BTP140Z can drive lag bolts, drive screws with clutch settings, drill into concrete, and drill into wood, metal and plastic. It is a four-in-one tool for any professional who requires cordless product with best-in-class engineering.

Makita-Built Motor Engineered for Versatile PowerThe BTP140Z features a Makita-built four-pole motor that delivers 1,240 in.lbs. of Max Torque in a compact size. The BTP140Z has 16 clutch settings and two speeds with 0-700 RPM in low and 0-2,300 RPM in high. For drilling into concrete and masonry, the BTP140Z delivers 0-27,600 blows per minute (BPM). In impact mode, the BTP140Z has 0-3,200 impacts per minute for a range of fastening tasks. Makita's proprietary hammer and anvil impact mechanism is manufactured using the best raw materials with the highest quality steel and unique heat hardening process for maximum fastening and driving power.
Ergonomic Design in a Compact SizeThe BTP140Z weighs just 3.9 pounds (with battery, sold separately) with a more compact design at 7-3/8 inches long and an ergonomic shape that fits like a glove for reduced operator fatigue. The BTP140Z is also equipped with a phosphorescent bumper ring for quick location in dark spaces, and a built-in L.E.D. light to illuminate the work surface for more efficient work.
Versatile Design for a Range of ApplicationsThe BTP140Z is an all-in-one tool for any professional who requires cordless product with best-in-class engineering. It is engineered for drilling, driving, and fastening into wood, metal, steel, concrete, and plastic. The BTP140Z is ideal for HVAC, electricians, plumbers, masons, woodworkers, remodelers, and any pro contractor who requires a best-in-class engineered cordless impact-hammer-driver-drill for a range of tasks. The BTP140Z is just another example of Makita's commitment to innovative technology and best in class engineering.
About Makita's 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Tool SeriesAs one of the pioneers driving the cordless tool revolution, Makita changed the game with its breakthrough 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Series. Three years after its debut, Makita's LXT Series has grown from seven to over 35 tools, providing a wide range of cordless solutions for professional tradesmen. Makita also added 18V Compact Lithium-Ion for cordless power in a more compact size. Makita's 18V Lithium-Ion batteries and ENERGY STAR rated Optimum Charging System provide several benefits over old battery technology. When compared to traditional 18V Ni-Cd batteries, Makita's 18V Lithium-Ion batteries have 40% less weight, longer run time, and five-times lower self-discharge to keep cells active and ready to use at any time.
Makita's 18V Lithium-Ion battery delivers 2,000 cycles--2.5X more than Ni-Cd. In addition, built-in shock absorbing features help protect the battery, and sixteen firm-holding contact terminals deliver constant high power. During the charging process, a built-in memory chip in the battery communicates with the Optimum Charger for a more efficient charge, extending the battery life. Makita's Optimum Charger is also faster: it will charge an 18V LXT Lithium-Ion battery in just 30 minutes, and an 18V Compact Lithium-Ion battery in only 15 minutes. Makita also offers a Rapid Automotive Charger for 18V LXT and 18V Compact Lithium-Ion batteries that plugs into 12V DC sockets equipped in most automobiles and trucks for added mobility. Makita's growing line of LXT cordless tool solutions features a wide range of industrial-quality power tools, including driver-drills, impact drivers, impact wrenches, saws, grinders, screwguns, rotary hammers, and more. The LXT Series also offers a jobsite radio, rechargeable flashlights, and several different combo kits.
About MakitaMakita is a worldwide manufacturer of industrial quality power tools and offers a wide range of industrial accessories. Makita applies leading-edge innovation to engineer power tools that are more compact and energy efficient, yet deliver industrial strength power and results. Makita U.S.A., Inc. is located in La Mirada, California, and operates an extensive distribution network located throughout the U.S. For more information, please call 800/4-MAKITA (800/462-5482) or visit makitatools.com. Makita is Best in Class Engineering.
WarrantyEvery Makita Lithium-Ion tool is backed by Makita's 3-Year Warranty that covers repair due to defects in materials or workmanship up to three years from the date of original purchase. Makita Lithium-Ion batteries and chargers have a limited 1-year warranty. Please see makitatools.com for complete details.
What's in the BoxMakita BTP140Z 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Hybrid 4-Function Impact-Hammer-Driver-Drill (tool only).


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