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How does this not scream “Makita” to everyone? Even the strap, which no other company uses, is in the same spot. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Ya don't say! I would like to see that! Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk

You should take a look at this Klein. It’s a good “in between” bag/tote. http://www.kleintools.com/catalog/tradesman-pro-organizers/tradesman-pro-shoulder-pouch-0 Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

And it only locks to the front of packout pieces, so when you have it on the cart, it’s at a very steep angle when in transit, which empties out the wedge pockets if you have long stuff in them. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Where to start? Firstly, I can not recommend anyone buy this thing unless you just want a casual tool bag. There is a laundry list of problems with this tote. 1. Pockets. How do you screw up a pocket? Just ask Milwaukee engineers and designers. Let’s make them so small that using one part of a pocket renders the surrounding pockets unusable. Also, let’s make them so shallow that anything over 6” will flop over. 2. Pocket placement. Thought that #1 would be hard to beat? Hell no! Let’s mount these small, shallow pockets so close to the mouth of the bag that tools can now fall out, or better yet, get in the way of the carry handle. Also, if you have a fair amount of tools in the bag, the high positioning of the pockets will cause the side to collapse into the bag. 3. Zippered pocket. If all you need to carry is a single piece of paper folded in half, this pocket is for you! Seriously, you can’t fit anything in this pocket. 4. Shoulder strap. Doesn’t come with one. Can’t buy one separately. Fill it with tools and the carry handle gets obstructed. Seriously? Should I kick it around the job site? 5. Wonky divider. Has a nice divider that is too big and bows dramatically to one side of bag. Not a deal breaker, but poor quality control. Makes for constant pushing to maneuver things inside. 6. Outside pockets. One side is great if you carry the smallest Sharpies and nothing else. The other side has these 2 weird wedge-shaped, shallow pockets that are angled perfectly for stuff to just fall out of.(not even kidding) 7. Tape Clip. It just doesn’t have one. For real. Bottom line, save your money. Or buy a real tote. I picked up the Veto. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

4 Pole brushed motors have shrunk the gap between brushed and brushless tools. By greatly reducing the losses in the commutator, power and battery efficiency have gone up. Brushless is expensive and relies heavily on electronics. Brushed will outlast a brushless tool and is significantly cheaper to repair. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Looks like a drill press clamp. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

If you can buy them at Home Depot, they are pretty close overall. The second gen Milwaukee are no better or worse than the second gen DeWalt. The Makita is about the same. The only bits I found to really stand up to "electrician" abuse are Wera Impaktor and Hilti. By that I mean bit rounding off, chipping, corrosion and overall improper use. That said, I can honestly say that the price of Bosch, DeWalt, Makita and Milwaukee is significantly cheaper and for what you pay, it doesn't make sense to buy the more expensive stuff. Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk

And the Ridgid recip saw will eat that Sawzall for breakfast. Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk

Milwaukee has had some rebranded AEG/Ridgid tools in their lineup in the past. If it's good enough for Milwaukee, it's good enough for most non-commercial work. The Ridgid warranty and brushless tools alone are enough justification to skip the Milwaukee brushed stuff. There isn't a whole lot of difference between any of the brands at that price point. The Ridgid tools should offer superior torque and overall performance. Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk

Dammit!! I didn’t look after I posted!!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Sounds like it. Shine a light in the end and see if the bearings are moving freely. He may have pushed one in. You might be able to tap it free, otherwise, he owes you a chuck. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Makita already had a 36v, then they had an adapter for 2x 18v , then they just switched to 2x 18v. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

They are 18v and 56v. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Picked up two 2’ x 4’ x 2.25” sheets of Kaizen Foam for $60 CAD including shipping! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Been a round for quite some time, odd that I have never really seen it: Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

It’s very interesting. I could see it being handy for electrical, but I would need to use it and field test it! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Thanks! I would use the web version, but I honestly don’t like that it displays individual responses rather that just the thread/topics for the latest unread stuff. You wind up with a page full of the same topic/thread and makes it harder to see new activity.

Short answer, yes. The ones I posted a picture of are easily the best work shoes I have had to date. Very well ventilated, lightweight and great for all day comfort.

Well you must be special! Neither my iPhone X or Pixel 2 XL are working. I have the latest version of Tapatalk on both. What version of Tapatalk are you running? What version of Android? Details help.

Forums are not working with Tapatalk again. Semi-annual tradition!

Home Depot Canada! $268.00 CND!!!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Lowest form of scumbag is a tool thief. They should have a special punishment for those bastards. That said, Milwaukee packout is about the worst "steal me" sign you can get! Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk

Forgive my ignorance, but why would you want such high rpms? I only drill steel and wood, too fast is always a bad idea for what I do. What requires those high speeds? Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk

I have had the M12 for some time. (4 years) It’s not great but it’s not bad either. It is underwhelming. Low speed is very whiny and noisy, there is a slight motor wobble at high speeds. It’s fine for occasional use. If you can get the M12 cheap enough, it’s probably worth while. Personally, if I didn’t have a few M12 jackets, scanner etc, I would look at the Bosch. I am still convinced that the Milwaukee and Bosch 12V are made at the same place! The entire entry-level line looks identical, even the radio! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk