Rotary tool, which one to buy?

[Prop Shaft]

I dont really care what brand rotory tool you choose. While I subscribe to the buy a tool once montra. These tools are all relatively inexpensive. If my dremel breaks before I feel it served me well, I'll be buying a different brand the next time.

The most important thing to remember, imo is a right angle attachment, and variable speed. These tools are useless to me with out them.

[k goodrich]

I bought the Wen rotary tool kit with flex shaft on amazon, cant remember the cost but it works great.

[K.O.M.]

Originally Posted by Prop Shaft

I dont really care what brand rotory tool you choose. While I subscribe to the buy a tool once montra. These tools are all relatively inexpensive. If my dremel breaks before I feel it served me well, I'll be buying a different brand the next time.

The most important thing to remember, imo is a right angle attachment, and variable speed. These tools are useless to me with out them.

Before oscillating tools were commonplace, I would agree.

These days, rotary tools are relegated to sanding or grinding as far as I'm concerned. If any type of cutting is required, an oscillating tool, as far as r/c is concerned, does a faster, cleaner, more accurate job.

[nothinspecial]

I've had decent experiences with HF. I had a 4.5" grinder that I beat for a few years before it gave up. I also had a full size winch that I worked pretty hard and it never gave up.. I don't trust their hand tools because I value my fingers. If you're not going to rely on the tool for income and you're just using it for hobby stuff I'd save some money and grab the HF stuff.

Variable speed for a rotary tool is pretty beneficial though.

[NTA_Shawn]

I have a Dremel 400XPR that I've had for at least 8 years with not issues. Variable speed is a must and I haven't thought about a right angle attachment yet. I do have the flex line for it and its came in handy a few times. Go with the Quicklock attachment for the cutting and sanding bits. Its a lot easier to change and the blades are stronger. The small flimsy blades will foul you up if they come apart; I have the scars to prove it. The reinforced blades are a must for me.
I haven't looked too much into the oscillating tools too much, but my buddy uses them a lot and he loves them.

[campbell990]

Originally Posted by NTA_Shawn

I have a Dremel 400XPR that I've had for at least 8 years with not issues. Variable speed is a must and I haven't thought about a right angle attachment yet. I do have the flex line for it and its came in handy a few times. Go with the Quicklock attachment for the cutting and sanding bits. Its a lot easier to change and the blades are stronger. The small flimsy blades will foul you up if they come apart; I have the scars to prove it. The reinforced blades are a must for me.
I haven't looked too much into the oscillating tools too much, but my buddy uses them a lot and he loves them.

I love my dremel 400xpr and I am going to add the flex line to my kit. I agree with what has been said above and spend a few more dollars on the actual dremel and don't waste your time with the Harbor freight one. A buddy of mine had one and had a difficult time keeping the collar tight so the bits would slip.

[lv-eg]

I use a Grizzly flex shaft grinder. Flex Shaft Grinder | Grizzly Industrial Has plenty of power, variable speed. And has held up like a champ! I use it for everything. I also use small end mills for cutting, they work great too. My two cents...

[rstekeur]

I started with a cheap cordless rotary tool from Harbor Freight and ended up tossing it in the garbage. I now have a Dremel 3000 and that works great and has plenty of power

[EricM]

I use a corded Dremel. It has been good for me. Still kicking like new.

[Killa-Cotton]

Dremel 3000 or 4000 and you will have it years.

[Wrapter]

i bought this one:
http://www.amazon.com/WEN-2305-Rotar...rch_detailpage

cheap and works great!