Power Tools Q&A

Dave G asked:

I think Skil power tools are made by Bosch? Less expensive versions but still good quality tools… Was hoping to find out if Makita do the same kind of thing?

Question posted courtesy of: Claude

portlandguy78 asked:

I saw a commercial for a new tool that can be used as either a drill or a jig saw and didnt catch the brand name or the name of the tool. I went to Sears and they had no idea what I was talking about. I looked on Black and Deckers website and couldnt find it there so I dont think that was them. Thanks in advance!

Question posted courtesy of: Holly

Claire asked:

Hi everyone!
I’ll be getting a woodworking shop built soon, (sooo excited!!) and I want to know your favorite idea or tip for setting up a wood shop. Storage, benches, power tools, safety… you name it!!
Thanks:)

Question posted courtesy of: Terry

Applegirl23 asked:

I’m looking for a circular saw and a drill and I see that that reconditioned tools are quite a bit cheaper. are they worth it? and what exactly do they mean by reconditioned?does it mean that someone used it and took it back or what?

Question posted courtesy of: Jorge

joeyramoney asked:

i need something not like a belt sander, but much more powerful, and more importantly, something that can go into corners. wood, of course.

Question posted courtesy of: Ramon

Leo H asked:

hi all,

I’m getting into woodworking..thought it would be cool to get a router…not sure about some things..
1. what is a good brand?..what is pure junk?
2. how much house power do I need for the average guy doing weekend projects..does more HP equate being able to do harder woods or does it mean that job will go that much faster?
3.I seen routers range from 69 to 199 dollars at the home depot…not sure if I want to invest tons of $$$ right now..could I get by with the 69 $ one or would I just be throwing my money away in the future?

4. finally my friend suggested that I look at pawn shops..might be a deal..most sell tools etc..just curious if you’d purchase one from a pawn shop..or do you think by that time someone really used and abused the router..not worth my time looking..
sorta like buying someone’s used truck..one has no idea that they’ve been hauling or how they abused it etc..

thanks for your opinion

Leo

Question posted courtesy of: Marjorie

dunno asked:

I’m looking for unbiased reviews or comparison sites for power tools…anybody seen one of these?
thanks!
pete

Question posted courtesy of: Christine

Said B asked:

Is there any place where you can study woodworking in Boise Idaho or near them

Question posted courtesy of: Cheryl

Linzer3 asked:

I’m just getting started in woodcarving small sculptures and I’d like to get a power tool to help out. I see that there are some that cost $300-800 (like the “Mastercarvers Micro Pro”) and then there is the Dremel tool and flexishaft accessory for less than $100. I don’t mind spending the extra money if it’s better product–I plan on using it a long time. Does anyone know the benefits of the more expensive products? What’s the difference?

Question posted courtesy of: Tyrone