thebookkid Posted January 28, 2016 Author Report Share Posted January 28, 2016 Ok I am thinking mainly Milwaukee, I may very well pick up this deal, I will get the circular saw when I sell some of the craftsman tools, although they may not be bad to keep for future eagle projects, you always need drills.http://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwaukee-M18-18-Volt-Lithium-Ion-Cordless-Combo-Kit-with-M12-Bluetooth-Speaker-and-Battery-3-Tool-2697-22CTB/206469013 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dwain Posted January 28, 2016 Report Share Posted January 28, 2016 Ok I am thinking mainly Milwaukee, I may very well pick up this deal, I will get the circular saw when I sell some of the craftsman tools, although they may not be bad to keep for future eagle projects, you always need drills.http://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwaukee-M18-18-Volt-Lithium-Ion-Cordless-Combo-Kit-with-M12-Bluetooth-Speaker-and-Battery-3-Tool-2697-22CTB/206469013 they are a fantastic compact kit, such good value. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KnarlyCarl Posted January 29, 2016 Report Share Posted January 29, 2016 That's definitely a nice set, cant go wrong there, but when/if you get it and like it, the fuel version is that much more amazing.Sent from my SCH-I535 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dwain Posted January 29, 2016 Report Share Posted January 29, 2016 That's definitely a nice set, cant go wrong there, but when/if you get it and like it, the fuel version is that much more amazing.Sent from my SCH-I535 using Tapatalk I think if the OP wants hammer function (which he indicated), then the full size FUEL drill is a better choice for sure. The basic impact driver on the other hand is not that far behind the FUEL. Also, if the OP wants a circ saw, he'll want larger batteries too. So for around the house use, the linked kit is amazing value. For the tougher applications (hammer drilling, circ saw, grinder etc), FUEL with bigger batteries make more sense. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoLoDew Posted January 29, 2016 Report Share Posted January 29, 2016 I agree with a few that mentioned Milwaukee due to the circular saw. For the drill and driver, I have used most of the main brands(Milwaukee, Dewalt, Bosch, Makita, ridgid, porter cable) and can honestly say the differences aren't great. So go with what you can get for cheaper. However, if you are going to use the circular the most and the saw is the deal maker. Then you have to go with the Milwaukee Fuel, I don't think it's close when it comes to the saw. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rrich1 Posted January 29, 2016 Report Share Posted January 29, 2016 HD still has a deal going on for a $150 off promo for certain combo kits with the purchase of another power/bare tool. Online price was different from in store price. Online the makita kit is $399, it was marked down to $279. I purchased a $30 ryobi screwdriver (cheapest power tool i could find but will most likely take it back or exchange it) for $179 out the door. It is their top of the line hammer kit with 5amp our batteries. A quote from another post of mine. I picked this makita kit up today along with a ryobi $20 power screwdriver for $170 out the door! The kit was clearance to $279 and the ryobi triggered the $150 promo. The kit is normally $399. Sent from my XT1254 using TapatalkSent from my XT1254 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kornomaniac Posted January 29, 2016 Report Share Posted January 29, 2016 Damn tools are so freaking cheap in USA ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TriTownLawns28 Posted January 29, 2016 Report Share Posted January 29, 2016 Makita has the largest 18v line but Millwaukee has the best performance and DeWalt is just a good mix in between the 2 brands Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisK Posted January 29, 2016 Report Share Posted January 29, 2016 Welcome to the forum Tj Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jswoger1986 Posted January 30, 2016 Report Share Posted January 30, 2016 I just replaced some of my older makita tools I went brushless. Makita a new 5.0ah impact gun and hammer drill. And they have been amazing so far I can't say much since I'm in the process of trying to buy a boat load of tools for my new job but I had a makita impact gun a drill that each lasted me about 6 years of almost daily (work week) useSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jswoger1986 Posted January 30, 2016 Report Share Posted January 30, 2016 HD still has a deal going on for a $150 off promo for certain combo kits with the purchase of another power/bare tool. Online price was different from in store price. Online the makita kit is $399, it was marked down to $279. I purchased a $30 ryobi screwdriver (cheapest power tool i could find but will most likely take it back or exchange it) for $179 out the door. It is their top of the line hammer kit with 5amp our batteries. A quote from another post of mine. Sent from my XT1254 using Tapatalk This is exactly what I got. Although not as good of a deal. But I love it so farSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KnarlyCarl Posted January 30, 2016 Report Share Posted January 30, 2016 Damn tools are so freaking cheap in USA !Is our dollar worth more right now? Sent from my SCH-I535 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kornomaniac Posted January 30, 2016 Report Share Posted January 30, 2016 Makita has the largest 18v line but Millwaukee has the best performance and DeWalt is just a good mix in between the 2 brandsMaybe 2 years ago but the only tools that Milwaukee has in the 18v category that have beter performance then Makita is the recipro saw and high torque impact wrench.And in a month of 3/4 Makita will have a new 18v recipro and high torque wrench that will out perform milwaukee's offerings Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisK Posted January 30, 2016 Report Share Posted January 30, 2016 Yeah this is going to be pretty cool when those new Makitas pop up. Hopefully they come to the US sooner than later! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jswoger1986 Posted January 30, 2016 Report Share Posted January 30, 2016 What's the best way to find out what new makita tools are coming outSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffmcmillan Posted January 30, 2016 Report Share Posted January 30, 2016 What's the best way to find out what new makita tools are coming outSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk What tools: http://www.makita.biz/product/category/date.htmlWhen they're released and where: nobody really knows Some like the recip saw have only been announced at shows like stafda and not on any makita websites though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jswoger1986 Posted January 30, 2016 Report Share Posted January 30, 2016 Awesome thanks for the like I'll certainly be bookmarking thisSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr.fletcher Posted January 31, 2016 Report Share Posted January 31, 2016 Hello! I have quite a few tools in the Dewalt 20v lineup and have yet to be dissapointed. I am an electrician and use my impact on a daily basis and the circular saw has worked out well for me. Milwaukee is another brand I see used a lot on job sites and would also recommend them to you. I think what is most important is to go out and put some of the tools in your hand and see what is comfortable to you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kornomaniac Posted January 31, 2016 Report Share Posted January 31, 2016 Its been said before. All of the top Brands have great tools. The difference are not that big. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebookkid Posted February 2, 2016 Author Report Share Posted February 2, 2016 Got the Milwaukee set yesterday, have a project this weekend so that will be fun, if anyone knows anyone who wants to buy craftsman 19.2V tools let me know. Ive got mine on ebay. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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comp56 Posted February 2, 2016 Report Share Posted February 2, 2016 Got the Milwaukee set yesterday, have a project this weekend so that will be fun, if anyone knows anyone who wants to buy craftsman 19.2V tools let me know. Ive got mine on ebay.congrats on the new tools, keep em clean keep em charged (75%) and keep em workin..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kornomaniac Posted February 2, 2016 Report Share Posted February 2, 2016 Congratz ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimboS1ice Posted February 2, 2016 Report Share Posted February 2, 2016 Congrats dude, is that the non fuel brushless kit?JimboSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rrich1 Posted February 2, 2016 Report Share Posted February 2, 2016 Looks like the compact kit. They had a promo for a free radio and battery for $180 I believe. Sent from my XT1254 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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