jswoger1986 Posted February 7, 2016 Report Share Posted February 7, 2016 I was just wondering if there is anyone else here in the forum starting from the bottom rung of the tool ladder trying to buy tools for workSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimboS1ice Posted February 7, 2016 Report Share Posted February 7, 2016 I was just wondering if there is anyone else here in the forum starting from the bottom rung of the tool ladder trying to buy tools for workSent from my iPhone using TapatalkWe're all on the bottom rung clawing higher for more and more toolsJimboSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
comp56 Posted February 7, 2016 Report Share Posted February 7, 2016 with tools every rung is the bottom, regardless if they are for work or not....what field are you going to be going into? what kind of tools are you going to be needing? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
comp56 Posted February 7, 2016 Report Share Posted February 7, 2016 We're all on the bottom rung clawing higher for more and more toolsJimboSent from my iPhone using Tapatalkhow we think alike...lol 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jswoger1986 Posted February 7, 2016 Author Report Share Posted February 7, 2016 Haha yea very true I'm sure everyone knows the saying. The one with the most toys winsSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jswoger1986 Posted February 7, 2016 Author Report Share Posted February 7, 2016 Carpenter lol I need almost all of them what I own is pretty limited I have cordless impact, drill, hammer drill,recip saw, and cordless circular saw. I also own corded circular saw, jigsaw, drywall gun, and I have hand tools and a brad nailer lol but no compressor. I didn't need to own them at past jobs they were company supplied. Im scrambling to purchase all the other stuff I need with my job I just started 2 months ago slowly saving and slowly trying to purchase what I needSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jswoger1986 Posted February 7, 2016 Author Report Share Posted February 7, 2016 Ive been making a list and trying to figure out which things are most important to get firstSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimboS1ice Posted February 7, 2016 Report Share Posted February 7, 2016 Dewalt tends to cater more to carpenters but Milwaukee is fled finitely stepping their game up. In terms of coddles jigs go Bosch, I have the corded 572 and it's a fantastic saw and cordless circular and recip saw go Milwaukee, come to think of it the stuff Dewalt does good for carpenters go Milwaukee... Lol Dewalt has good miter and table saws, Milwaukee kicks butt with cordless tools but again I love my compact Dewalt drill. Now I'm rambling how I pretty much don't discriminate brands and I am no help to you what so ever lol. Bottom line don't limit yourself to a single brand.JimboSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
comp56 Posted February 7, 2016 Report Share Posted February 7, 2016 Carpenter lol I need almost all of them what I own is pretty limited I have cordless impact, drill, hammer drill,recip saw, and cordless circular saw. I also own corded circular saw, jigsaw, drywall gun, and I have hand tools and a brad nailer lol but no compressor. I didn't need to own them at past jobs they were company supplied. Im scrambling to purchase all the other stuff I need with my job I just started 2 months ago slowly saving and slowly trying to purchase what I needSent from my iPhone using Tapatalkwell the only advice is buy quality tools you can afford, don't cheap out not worth it in the end...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jswoger1986 Posted February 7, 2016 Author Report Share Posted February 7, 2016 My grandfather was a carpenter and always told me to buy quality tools they may be expensive but your buying reliability and that is something you need at work. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jswoger1986 Posted February 7, 2016 Author Report Share Posted February 7, 2016 Dewalt tends to cater more to carpenters but Milwaukee is fled finitely stepping their game up. In terms of coddles jigs go Bosch, I have the corded 572 and it's a fantastic saw and cordless circular and recip saw go Milwaukee, come to think of it the stuff Dewalt does good for carpenters go Milwaukee... Lol Dewalt has good miter and table saws, Milwaukee kicks butt with cordless tools but again I love my compact Dewalt drill. Now I'm rambling how I pretty much don't discriminate brands and I am no help to you what so ever lol. Bottom line don't limit yourself to a single brand.JimboSent from my iPhone using Tapatalki definitely plan on getting the dewalt table and miter saws probably even a dewalt laser. One of the best things here at the forum is the ability for me to ask you guys your opinions it helps me make smart choices when trying to purchase thingsSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimboS1ice Posted February 7, 2016 Report Share Posted February 7, 2016 My grandfather was a carpenter and always told me to buy quality tools they may be expensive but your buying reliability and that is something you need at work. Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkJust remember quality tools are an investment and will last you years if you take care of them.JimboSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
comp56 Posted February 7, 2016 Report Share Posted February 7, 2016 My grandfather was a carpenter and always told me to buy quality tools they may be expensive but your buying reliability and that is something you need at work.Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalkyour grandfather was right, however that was probably in a time when a good quality tool lasted you a life time, these days between new technology and mass production I'm afraid I don't think that is so any more. your not going to buy a cordless drill from any brand and expect to say "I've had that drill for 30 years and it works like new still" I have tools my father bought in the early 60's that still do what they did 50 years ago..... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jswoger1986 Posted February 7, 2016 Author Report Share Posted February 7, 2016 Yes my grandfather has told me all his old tools in his basement are now mine I just have to travel the five hours with a box truck to pick them up unfortunately I don't have anywhere to store them because I live in an apartment but one day I'll be going to get them. But none of them are portable job tools or anything on top of the fact that they are modern but it's basically a whole shop's worth of tools in his basement he spent a number of years making custom furniture and cabinets so that's what the majority of the tools areSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fazzman Posted February 7, 2016 Report Share Posted February 7, 2016 What battery platform are you on currently? hard to get a bad tool on any platform anymore,go to HD and lowe's or wherever is near you and see how they feel too you. I have porter Cable and for me they are great for DIY around the house,i have Bosch too. I dont have any cordless Makita, Dewalt or milwaukee currently but would like to break into those lines. I still have some Corded Dewalt drills I like,they are pretty beastly. Share your list with us so perhaps we can have a clearer idea of what you are missing from your kit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackfinzo Posted February 7, 2016 Report Share Posted February 7, 2016 hello jswoger1986,I am in the same boat as you... I am an apprentice Cabinetmaker.Its funny I was just about to post my own thread basically asking the same question as you and listing the tools and brands I planned to purchase. Just so some of ye could give your opinions and see if I was heading in the right direction. Ill still start my own thread as I don't want to be taking over yours! There is some fantastic info on the forum though!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jswoger1986 Posted February 7, 2016 Author Report Share Posted February 7, 2016 What battery platform are you on currently? hard to get a bad tool on any platform anymore,go to HD and lowe's or wherever is near you and see how they feel too you. I have porter Cable and for me they are great for DIY around the house,i have Bosch too. I dont have any cordless Makita, Dewalt or milwaukee currently but would like to break into those lines. I still have some Corded Dewalt drills I like,they are pretty beastly. Share your list with us so perhaps we can have a clearer idea of what you are missing from your kit.right now I have makita tools and love them although I'm not opposed to expanding into other brandsSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
comp56 Posted February 7, 2016 Report Share Posted February 7, 2016 tools fall into a category that it is half and half relationship with the brand quality and the user knowledge of use and care. Just because something is deemed to be tough doesn't mean it is bullet proof. I've seen guys treat their tools like crap and then bitch they don't work when they need them...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Logan Posted February 7, 2016 Report Share Posted February 7, 2016 I think everyone starts there Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jswoger1986 Posted February 7, 2016 Author Report Share Posted February 7, 2016 I need mitersawTable sawCompressor Compact routerOscillating tool ( probably getting rigid jobmax)LaserPalm sanderRotary hammerAnd many more that are not immediate needs Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Millerzconstruction Posted February 7, 2016 Report Share Posted February 7, 2016 I was just wondering if there is anyone else here in the forum starting from the bottom rung of the tool ladder trying to buy tools for workSent from my iPhone using TapatalkYea. I have some tools. But I need a lot more tools just to make the work easyier. Millerz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Millerzconstruction Posted February 7, 2016 Report Share Posted February 7, 2016 Carpenter lol I need almost all of them what I own is pretty limited I have cordless impact, drill, hammer drill,recip saw, and cordless circular saw. I also own corded circular saw, jigsaw, drywall gun, and I have hand tools and a brad nailer lol but no compressor. I didn't need to own them at past jobs they were company supplied. Im scrambling to purchase all the other stuff I need with my job I just started 2 months ago slowly saving and slowly trying to purchase what I needSent from my iPhone using TapatalkSometimes instead of spending money on new expensive tools. Just rent it Or find one used at yard sales, places like that. Millerz 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chadlanthier Posted February 8, 2016 Report Share Posted February 8, 2016 Great idea miller, except no warranty on yard sale. Got burned a couple of times. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dg1127 Posted February 8, 2016 Report Share Posted February 8, 2016 I need mitersawTable sawCompressor Compact routerOscillating tool ( probably getting rigid jobmax)LaserPalm sanderRotary hammerAnd many more that are not immediate needs Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkJust my opinion over the years of tools I used and felt were good hope this helps Dewalt miter and table saw worth every pennyPorter cable had a pancake for 17 years before I replaced it and at 99 you can't go wrong Compact router go with Bosch colt although I have the Makita now I would have gone back if I didn't invest in the Makita kitMulti tool started with a Bosch then got the fein both great tools my brother inlaw has the job max and loves itLaser pls Dewalt or Milwaukee both great sanders. Bosch makes nice ones toIf you can a afford it go with Hilti if not Bosch is solid in rotary hammersAgain this is just my option from my time using all different types expensive tools to the harbor freight specials. The woodworking shows are going around. If you have the time see if a show is in your area it's best place to try all the tools you want and get a deal. Hopes this helps Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Millerzconstruction Posted February 8, 2016 Report Share Posted February 8, 2016 Great idea miller, except no warranty on yard sale. Got burned a couple of times.Most warrantys are not any good any way. They'll weasel ther way out of it Or you'll pay more in shipping than the tools worth for the warranty. Millerz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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