Milwaukee Tools, A Brief History (aka Milwaukee Electric Tool)

[@denoftools]

Are you ok with "DIY" quality tools or do you need "Professional Grade"?

[@DereksWorkshopAndProjects]

Red Beard and The Den of Tools I purchased my first power tools in 2014. It was the Milwaukee Drill and Driver M18 set. I was in HVAC installs. I then moved on plumbing and I purchased an M18 SawZall, Angle Grinder, and the M12 HackZall, and Drill. I still have my original batteries I bought in 2014 and they work perfect. I love my Milwaukee tools. I am out of the trades now (thank heavens) and still have them. I will continue to purchase Milwaukee forever for my cordless tools. The fit and finish as well as ergonomics are just superior to what I have tried in other brands. I have some of their hand tools and they are just great. I won’t put other tools down because I think pretty much every power tool brand sold at Lowe’s and the Home Depot are good tools, but I just really prefer Milwaukee’s cordless tools (I have lots of other branded tools for corded tools). I don’t know if I need professional grade but I sure like them. Even if they are a little pricey compared to the others. DeWalt seemed to be the tools that built houses in the 2000’s but every company I have worked for since then I left high school in 2013, everyone had had Milwaukee tools (and a few had rigid but nothing really else). Now I work for a company who has a maintenance department and they all used Milwaukee. We constantly have electricians there every day and they all use Milwaukee. I think it’s clear what tool dominates at least in the hand held cordless tool area, and why it does. Ergos, durability, warranty, and they just flat out look good. Thanks Bear!

[@brandonshirley9181]

All my tool usage if for DYI stuff but the quality of tool I buy depends on the application and frequency of use planned for it (..and sometimes budget). Cordless drills, impact drivers, reciprocating saws, and grinders are used(and abused) frequently and I don't see that changing. So I bought good ones. I bought a corded drill for a back up knowing it will get used rarely. I went with the big Chicago Electric hammer drill. It may have 6 uses in 3 years. At this rate that thing should last a lifetime. So to answer your question, a little of both.

[@chrischiampo7647]

I Use What Works Red Doesn’t Matter If it Says “Professional” Grade On it Or Not I Love Milwaukee Tools 😀😮😊😊

[@paulmurphy4277]

My go to cordless tool these days is Ryobi. Not a pro tool by any means but good for what I need and the selection of tools in the lineup is nice.

[@Sylvan_dB]

Some of both. Ryobi cordless tools. Harbor Freight rotary hammer. Super Sawzall. Collection of various angle grinders, harbor freight, milwaukee, porter cable.

[@VCGConstruction]

Good stuff here! Thank you for taking the time to make this! I know it takes a lot of work!

[@sawman88]

Im a carpenter in canada and i use a stiletto. Titanium is the way to go the skelonized frames help with recoil and save the shoulders.

[@kellyduffey9066]

Real men use Deluge 21 oz.hammers.

[@PosiXMosh]

Real men use 28 oz estwings. Real old men use Martinez or stiletto cuz it doesn’t make your hand go numb if you are driving 16 penny nails all day.

[@argelioolivares631]

real men use a brick tight to a stick

[@bwojak3226]

Vaughn

[@richardfowler3254]

I am a Milwaukee Tool fan, I retired from my Union Sheet Metal career after 36 & half years and realized that I did not have my own battery drill (always had a company furnished tool). My retirement present to myself was a M18 Fuel drill and impact gun. I don't use it anywhere as much as I did when I was working (for someone else) but love them. I think it is the ultimate DIY tool line. And I live about 2 miles from their service center (but never needed them much while I was working in the trades). I have told my kids that when they are looking for birthday or Christmas presents for dad to get me one of the tools in their line... :-)

[@Titus-as-the-Roman]

That Milwaukee Hole Hawg was/is a tool that demands respect. Once started you best hold on tight till the very end or you'll find yourself in a world of Hurt. 30 years using a variety of hammer drills (there's been weeks at a time where I did nothing but drill concrete anchors), the Hilti 1/2" corded rotary hammer was by far my favorite, it simply put holes in concrete effortlessly without stopping. I was mostly pre-Li Ion so I can't comment, now retired all my DYI stuff is done by Ryobi, good tools for the money as long as you're not doing major construction.

[@SantaNMS]

I think that is PR gold by the President of Milwaukee!! I am a DIY and not a professional contractor and I love Milwaukee tools! Milwaukee puts forth a quality and durable product. I will go the extra distance to acquire Milwaukee tools!

[@RenovationsandRepair]

I own $5000 in Milwaukee cordless tools. They are top notch.

[@a.t.7021]

I’m a Milwaukee fan... All my tools have always been Milwaukee and they’ve never failed me.

[@robertelliottphd]

In the late 60's my grandfather passed down his Milwaukee election tools and contractors business to me. Jump ahead to the nineties when I merged with a telephone installer company, I still had my grandfather's knuckle buster Milwaukee drill. It had been dropped several stories meany time and even drug under a forklift for a day. Well it sat in my garage in it's metal box for until I retired in 2001. I found it hidden behind other want Abe good stuff when I was moving. I could not throw it away. So I took it apart, as I had since he taught me how, to clean it and grease it with all the loving care he taught me regarding tools. Plugged it in and it worked! I put in his two inch ship auger bit after sharpening it and proceeded to drill through three 2x6 's. (I also had his 3/4 black pipe side handle screwed in. The switch contacts needed cleaning. My son wanted to clean up and get it serviced by Milwaukee for my seventy third birthday. It was to be a surprise. Milwaukee asked him if I would consider donating it to their tool museum. By the serial number I found out it was made for the Navy and was used in building WWII subs and was auctioned off in 48.

[@JamesSmith-lt5zz]

Awesome story you kept the drill right? They should be able to source any tool they want for their museum. a tool that helped with ww2 and then provided a living for your family 3 generations grandfsther, father and then you andjust want you to give it to them. Probably makes hundreds of millions a year. But don't have or can't purchase the old tools they made. Or won't use the blue prints for s exact replica. Reminds me of the red Cross somewhat. You donate your blood and they sell it to the highest bidder overseas. That's why we only have a 3 day supply of blood. The little bit state sdie they sell to the hospital. Like $800 a pint

[@kevingordon669]

I pray his kids know what it is, If he kept it.

[@steveo7624]

I have a Milwaukee drill I bought 40 years ago and it works just as good today as it did 40 years a go great tool

[@robbgnarly]

I am a Marine Contractor in FL. Milwaukee makes great tools and I have a Sawzall and 3/8 drill/driver. I feel that certain company's make better versions of certain products. I am loyal Makita circular-saw user, Bosch jigsaws, Ridgid/Dewalt/Ryobi 18v cordless. It really just depends on the tool I need and what I have come to see as the "best" for my application. But because of the corrosive nature of salt-water, I whole heartedly embrace certain harbor freight tools over "name" brand for the throw away prices. Hell I have an old Makita 10" circular-saw that has to be an early 1970's model and it works great

[@yong62]

In a cordless echo system, you really can't mix the 'colors'. Batteries and chargers are 1/3 of the investment.

[@jasonbabila6006]

I transitioned from Dewalt to Milwaukee recently nearly two years ago, the company I work for gets mainly Dewalt cordless tools to use out in the field, one thing that’s very noticeable is the batteries don’t last very long, and we use the angle grinders on a regular basis for 5 days a week, a fully charged 18V battery would last maybe 30 minutes at the most so we end up with keeping 5 extra batteries and two chargers on the trucks to cycle through the batteries, I myself had Dewalt tools but I switched over to Milwaukee and never had any issues to this day.

[@brettwalkom948]

Yeah well they won't last long on a high demand tool like a grinder.. Unless you buy a 12Ah battery

[@JSP_Designs]

I just got the Milwaukee 2902 hammer drill and 2850 impact for Christmas, and I am in love, the drill is so smooth and not like any other I have use and I have use many different kinds and brands. I can not wait to use the sawzall I got as well and plan to this weekend. I have always wanted Milwaukee and now I know why. I will be selling off all my other cordless tools and going all milwaukee now.

[@jeffgenchi5863]

As a mechanic I buy the M18 and M12 line. They work and the batteries hold up. They have what I need to get the job done. I also bought yard tools, and carpentry tools that share my batteries.

[@gregbarton4332]

Bought the M12 Fuel impact driver and couldn't be happier! Great for all kinds of odd jobs around the house and working on vehicles. Battery life is fantastic as well. Thanks, Red for the history lesson! Couldn't believe how many different companies had a hand in wheeling and dealing over the years.

[@russwilcox42]

I’m a crane technician, I use power tools daily. I have only Milwaukee M18 & M12 Fuel Tools. They are amazing. I haven’t had any issues with any of them. I can’t say the same about my previously owned Dewalt tools. I had so many issues with dewalt that a coworker suggested looking into Milwaukee and I haven’t looked back.

[@miltonwilliams2399]

I'm surprised your not at a million subs. The whole bear thing is brilliant.

[@conantdog]

I have a Milwaukee Sawzall and it will outlive me, . As far as making tools for the Tradesman if can't be denied when you see Milwaukee's three different sizes of one hand miniature and micro band saws made for electricians and plumbers. Applied inspection I noticed that they had small ball bearing rollers and we're very high quality tools. I don't know about the quality anymore over a long service life however Milwaukee still holds The Prestige of being the Tradesman and the Union man Tool Company.

[@eldybellacetin8167]

Years later and the video is still great and informative

[@jvoutandabout9204]

hardcover Milwaukee fan, my first hammer drill was from them and it's great got some Bosch stuff now and they're great too, gonna get a Sawzall sooon

[@HoosierDaddy_]

My old Super Sawzall is the baddest Sawzall of them all! A truly amazingly powerful saw that has torn houses, cars, and RVs to scrap without a single repair or hiccup! It is bad ass and you couldn't replace it with today's goodies. When it falls off of 2 story houses I think of the Monty Python line "it's merely a flesh wound"! A few light scratches, but keeps on truckin'!!

[@walkonking]

Milwaukee fan with 5 year warranty on tools and the price of combo kits make them a great deal. I got a M12 Sawzall, 4.0 battery, charger and they threw in a $100 jig saw for $170. That is $85 /tool with a free $75 battery and charger. Lots of good sales at Home Depot on combo kits and they make them very affordable for one of the best

[@harleyrider025]

thanks for the history lesson! I myself work in the trades, Metal fabrication. I was once a "Dewalt Guy", but then seen the light when a buddy that was into the trades longer showed me what some of his Milwaukee tools can do...keep up the good vids.

[@PETERLINNAH]

I've had a Sawzall for about 20 years. Bulletproof. I like Milwaukee tools. I just bought 3 sets of their screwdrivers. They're tough, and labeled with + and - so you can tell when you grab it if it's a regular of a philips head. Did I mention that I was born in Milwaukee, and grew up in Brookfield -- their corporate headquarters? Did I mention that?

[@lifegoeson05]

But you don't live in China. And that's where they are now lol

[@MrMaxyield]

Great screwdrivers... love mine

[@justicestacey5460]

Hitachi has served my dad well (13 years with the same impact) but I’ve been slowly building up all the Milwaukee tools I need for any project around my house. Made for professionals yes but still great for any little job you’ve got.

[@eyesalooking]

I love my Milwaukee Sawzall, battery powered Hackzall, drills. Also have their workbench. I only need DIY grade but want the best for the price.

[@trolling4dollars816]

I still have a 30 yo Milwaukee corded Sawzall and 25yo corded 1/2" drill. Both work fine today. Solid quality

[@fastsetinthewest]

2nd with Amendments. Teagards... P.S. I inherited that hand drill first shown. It's heavy. It still runs. Cord is a little worn. Plus, my grandfather had that big drill. I remember seeing them use it. My grandfather owned an Allis Chalmers dealership and a farm in Michigan. My dad got all the stuff as the only child. Interesting information on tools and fascinating. Ryobi, 2nd generation battery knocked it out of the park. Teagards...

[@Lulanda93]

Honestly If you are not a hard core contractor that works in an industrial setting I would recommend the Ridgid tool line. Once purchased if you fill out the Lifetime Service Agreement card and send it in you get lifetime repair or replacement of the tool, batteries and chargers. That’s kinda hard to beat if you think about it. I remember back when I worked for some of these OEMs TTI who makes Ryobi, Ridgid, Milwaukee and others came out to factory train us on their lines of equipment. One of the techs wanted to see which drill\impact driver had the most power, Milwaukee, Ridgid and Ryobi had exactly the same power. To me the fact that TTI makes all 3 they are all pretty equal in quality, Ridgid has lifetime warranty so I say go with them. As far as professional grade, contractor grade goes I don’t view Milwaukee as a being in that category, at one time they made the very best tools around however when TTI purchased Milwaukee they cut back quite a bit on quality. If one is looking for a professional commercial grade drill or power tools the names that come to my mind are Hilti Metabo, Festool, Bosch, Some of Dewalt’s equipment. Here’s the bottom line though you guys we all have our favorite classic brands such as Milwaukee, Makita, Dewalt, but we have to realize that in the times we now live in everything is disposable, nothing is made like it used to be from cars to underwear. Now of coarse we all know that most likely as long as our classic favorites have been around that they will most likely always remain however expecting the quality that used to be around is just simply not going to happen. Hope this helps someone.

[@miguelledezma1394]

Its all about warranty and features and most important color preference. Cordless Tools this days. Work the same. Just that some take less seconds to do something which i dont care about

[@briancox1274]

Start off with Ryobi combo kit. Got my first Milwaukee M12 Fuel hammer drill and impact driver 6 months ago. LOVE the power they are getting out of a small package.

[@MrDINODINO74]

Hi . I love your history lessons , a lot of hard work put on, very good voice for presentation . Thank you for your time spent for our knowledge.

[@johnrobinson5156]

Still using 2 old pre WW2 era Milwaukee drills I found at swap meet in 1970s. 80 years on job!

[@colbybrown2743]

I work in construction so I prefer professional grade. I would rather save up to spend a little extra money to get a tool I can rely on day in and day out and that will last me many years. I had Milwaukee for a lot of years, but recently switched to Makita. Would love to see a video on the history of Makita. Another great video Bear. Keep 'em coming!

[@brianbowman5402]

Makita founded in 1915 and the first cordless drill of several technologies has never sold itself out.

[@noControl556]

Yep you can't forget the cost of losing work waiting for a tool to get warrantied

[@patrickprice6215]

Makitas overrated junk.

[@jaywalker2911]

Excellent content. Very interesting. I am a big Milwaukee fan. Even though I have other branded power tools. I think the M12 fuel Impact and Drill driver/Hammer drill combo are the most Beautiful thing on the planet.

[@huckleberry4438]

In MN we have a fleet farm store named "Runnings" They have Milwaukee tools. One hole isle. The thing is they have one hole isle of Dewalt as well and they face each other. A sea of red and yellow. It's nice when comparing the two........... And a few isles over; Tekton, Sanborn air, pro grade(allied int), and at the back of the store, firearms. Need I say more.

[@simpesfaip]

whole,not hole

[@workingcountry1776]

Rome, NY has a geat Runnings!!!! $40.00 Buck knife to a $6,000 gun safe in that store

[@danr1920]

The Mill's Fleet Farm also sells them, as does Menards. Not a huge selection at Menards.

[@BischBaschBosch]

Fascinating video. Good job. A German tool man myself - Bosch and Mafell with the odd Festool and Hilti bit of kit. That said, even though I don't own any Milwaukee, it's hard to ignore their innovations and performance. Good stuff.

[@normferguson2769]

Milwaukee started the modern battery operated tool wave. Dewalt, Rigid and Makita were close on their heels. Most contractors realized the battery prices also dictated that they standardize on one brand so batteries could be swapped by staff. Today there are at least 10 major sellers of different brands of battery operated drills.

[@denoftools]

Nope, not even close. Makita developed the first widely adopted battery platform. They were the first to make a lithium ion battery for power tools. And even DeWALT was ahead of Milwaukee in cordless tools. It wasn't until TTI bought Milwaukee in the early 2000's that they started getting serious about cordless.

[@workhourse1316]

I do not consider myself loyal to any one brand but my two oldest tools are a Milwaukee circular saw and a Milwaukee Hammer drill. Used the heck out of both for the last 30 years. I've replace the cords on both, but otherwise never done anything more than clean and lube. That Circular saw is still my first choice if Im cutting anything thicker than 3/4". The drill does not see as much action these days, but I still break it out when going through old hardwood or heavy beams & posts.

[@joeyDHARMA83]

bought my milwaukee 3 tool combo in about 2009 before m18 and they're all still taking the beating i give them. leave them out sometimes overnight after working late, almost never oil them, and the drill and sawzall have only jammed once each but most likely because until recently i didn't know how to take care of my tools.

[@johncavanaugh6481]

I told my wife a few weeks ago that I already know what she is getting me for Xmas. I’m retiring my old Porter Cable and old Makitas and moving to Milwaukee. The m12 line is really amazing and the high quality fits my model for tools and the m18 line will probably retire some of my corded tools...

[@aussiesoulsurfer553]

I’m a DIYer I’m happy with my Ryobi gear , I did have a chance to use my uncles Milwaukee impact driver and hammer drill and I certainly saw the difference in performance. I can’t justify the price tag for a tool which I’ll only be using for the weekend.

[@davidlyons7238]

Loved this Milwaukee and harbor fright brief history. Extremely well done thanks for doing them very interesting.

[@nicholaserkelenz6431]

Im a carpenter and I use a stiletto for framing. It is a lot lighter but thats because titanium has less recoil shock than steel and therefore directs more force into the nail thus allowing for the reduced weight of the hammer. Because it doesn't vibrate as much it helps avoid carpenters elbow.

[@Mrwafro1]

Contractor here: Milwaukee is definitely the way to go for cordless tools! I very rarely have trouble with the tools, and their warranty service is fast and awesome for the very rare occasions that something fails. I don't use Milwaukee fir everything though: makita compressor, mostly hitachi nail guns, dewalt for table saws, and Bosch makes the best miter saws HANDS DOWN. If you try the Bosch glide miter saws, you'll need to buy one.

[@mws3779]

I wish I could afford the namesake tools of the city I was born in and live in. But by far Milwaukee make the best power tools on the market today...

[@98erics]

I think titanium hammers are a thing because carpenters wear tool belts all day and the hammer is a significant weight to haul around. The lighter titanium hammer is slightly less efficient, but the ends justify the means. I learned this from a youtube video. I cannot afford a titanium hammer at all, I hear they are mighty proud of them. The video was on the Scott Brown Carpentry channel. I think the video was titled something about tools that every new carpentry apprentice needs, I know the word apprentice is in the title someplace. I love the channel, keep up the good work, and Shine On!

[@ewebbytrailscout]

As a DIY, I work on my cars, Milwaukee has the most torque, impact anvil, great investment. I can't afford to buy cheap.

[@aarongreiner5851]

For my home improvement projects ryobi does a great job they really upped their quality

[@sigor2011]

Had 18v Rioby for a bit, switched to M12 Milwaukee and have not looked back. Perfect amount of power and much lighter so easier to use long term.

[@brucelee-tn2mg]

DAS WAR ALLES SEHR INDRESAND GUT ZU WIESSEN DANKE

[@jimwilliams9430]

12v brushless(gen 2) impact hangs off my hip all day, 12v hackzall close at hand...love that sweet little gun, and for demolishing bathrooms the hackzall's perfect...for bigger stuff we have full on sawzalls all over the site...we used an ancient milwaukee chop saw to cut up steel stud all day today....hazmat/demo

[@wayneh3021]

Ridgid is a great tool, they make awesome tools !!, I havent had a issue yet with any I own...

[@davekramer4266]

You didn't mention the Milwaukee 12V, which I have, and they are excellent, and Powerful.. Attach the 12V 4amp Battery(Instead of the Std 1.5 or 2amp) and it gets even more Powerful(80% of my drilling is under 1/2").. There also nice and Light weight...

[@robertgerlitz8238]

I think the history lesson was great! I’m one the those electricians that alway flips between DeWalt and Milwaukee! I can’t say I’m loyal to either but both are great!

[@andythompson3528]

I’m a DeWalt guy myself but Milwaukee is very tempting to invest in as well. Ridgid is another brand I might invest in as well.

[@jimzivny1554]

Good video, I've got a few older Milwaukee tools and love em, my son has a few new cordless and they work great.

[@Coyote-wm5op]

I have a hodgepodge of tools with different brands. My cheap no name cordless drill is about at the end of its life. Locally they deal Milwaukee and Dewalt. The Milwaukee brand is very old, trusted, and feels great in hand so I’m going with them.

[@HarmonHeat]

There's only one real sawzall, and that's Milwaukee. Thanks for the history lesson

[@rareform6747]

Yeah , does a Bear Shit in the woods

[@jeffhooper3447]

can't make a decent blade for it unfortunately.

[@histguy101]

@@jeffhooper3447 preach

[@mesh1248]

And a hole hog

[@garrett3108]

@@jeffhooper3447 Milwaukee makes some great blades for the Sawzall, although Diablo beats every one of them in durability.

[@christopherpatrick9126]

my employeer use to provide us with dewalt drills, back when dewalt 18v nicad cordless drills was the one to have, the issue we had is after a few years the batteries would start dieing off , and they started slowly switching us over to Milwaukee 18v systems. it is NIGHT and DAY difference, its the fuel series, which is not the same as there standard 18v system, it is a bruseless drill , so its almost like comparing a ford focus to a gt500. i know may not be the best of analogies, but i hope that makes sence, ive had my 18v fuel hammer drill now for about 7 years and to this day works amazing, still original batteries, original charger. i am a business class cable technician in my area so i use my drill daily.

[@sawman88]

I remember those old 18v batteries not lasting long. That was the issue. The new batteries seem to last alot longer

[@ajbrown7245]

Milwaukee makes great tools, I have borrowed them from my friends that are pro's a few times. But as a DIYer, I'm pretty much a Rigid man with the drill/driver. Lifetime warranty on batteries goes a long way.

[@drfalcon4102]

Also, enjoying this series of power tool history

[@bmcgurr]

I have not owned a stiletto hammer but I have played with them and they hit like a hand sledge under it's own weight which is pretty awesome.

[@FoMoCoTech89]

Im a huge Mac Tools guy being a profession tech in automotive. But the price for Mac and Dewalt tools and there accesories such as battaries and chargers. with usually only a two year warranty on the tool itself and a year on the battary. Milwaukee has always been my back up. with there 5 year warranty on the tool and usually 2 years on battaries and the straight buy out price via ebay,amazon, etc... they are hard to beat and hard to knock. Still im a stickler for Mac tools BL line and now HP air line but thats for another rant. Love the videos and content. and what ever you use, there is no down side, because its "YOU" as the end consumer and you need to be happy with the product regardless if its tool truck brank, "mac, matco, cornwell, snap-on" or the big box brands, "milwaukee, ryobi, ridgid" use what works for you in budget and performance. :)

[@darrinbush5953]

I have milwaukee lithium batteries from 10 years ago and still hold a charge

[@SuperDillster]

Hey bear, titanium hammers are the best option for professional carpenters. Higher velocity generates as much if not more force while being less fatiguing. The first popular stiletto was just a 14 oz titanium head on a wood handle. From a distance they look no differ than a traditional hammer. The “skeleton” shaft/handle type is a more recent iteration.

[@raabsand]

My brother is a pro plumber and he uses Milwaukee and loves it. He used to be all dewalt until his coworkers all had Milwaukee and he tried them out

[@Branded696]

I wouldn't buy anything but Milwaukee, I have a reverse 1/2 drill hat is over 30 ears old and it is one of the most powerful drills I have ever see. Dropper it off a ladder once sent it to them they put a new armature in it and something else and only charged me for fixing the power cord which was $4.62, and That is why I stay with Milwaukee Tools they are the best. The drill still is just as strong today. They are good people to boot. Semper Fi.

[@adampetten1009]

I'm a DIY and a tradesperson, I use all mikwaukee I believe i quality tools no matter what I'm doing

[@RRRRR7-c7r]

Why is there not more subscribers on this channel ?

[@alexkerr9408]

ryan guile probably the strange animation its a good video but the animation is just strange looking

[@duanehurley2105]

Because of the creepy 🐻 smoking a cigar.🤔

[@laurencem1202]

I prefer the bear over some dude to be honest. Bear has a more neutral vibe.

[@johnmcdougald1238]

I made the switch over to Milwaukee about a year ago. I bought my first combo pack during their Christmas sales through Home Depot. I wanted something to begin replacing my older and wearing out Craftsman C3's. Between home repair and hobby woodworking, the Milwaukee just seems to be the cordless tools sets for me. Between the M18 and M12 lines, there's a big enough selection that I've been able to pretty much find a tool that fits my need when I need it.

[@Mrguccman]

I’ve recently changed to Makita Sub Compact 18v line from Ridgid. I’m a DIY guy; but I think I’m going with Milwaukee for my 12v items; they just seem to have more of a selection than the other brands. Great vid thanks.

[@mb8987]

You are correct, I work on job sites at homes and commercial. Milwaukee is definitely the most desired. You see the yellow and black and craftsman but the pros that can afford it use Milwaukee. There is a place here in Wisconsin called fleet farm that sells Milwaukee tools. It's like the mans mall.

[@piledriver141]

Milwaukee drill series 1100 1/2 inch drive . No other drill out there can match speed torque and the quality of this drill. Used daily all day building wood sea wall/ bulkheads, nothing better built out there

[@summitm18hvac90]

Milwaukee fan for life here! Wouldn’t trade me for nothing. Awesome tools in the hvac field

[@lathenhornback003]

I had a Milwaukee 12 V drill that burned up from putting a 2 box of 3 inch drywall screws in a deck but my Milwaukee 18v dreidels I love

[@Samsonmetaphysical]

I am a DIYer and I use a Martinez Tool Co. titanium hammer with a milled face and it is a superior hammer due to it being made out of titanium. Titanium is just so solid when you strike with it regardless of titanium being lighter than most metals it is very very hard and forgiving on your body. My tools are my toys, build on brothers.

[@TartanJack]

Again very interesting. I remember back in the 80's when I was sailing and needing tools I asked a fellow sailor and friend of mine for a recommendation. He was a pretty smart guy and a carpenter at Rutgers University. Makita seemed big then but he was adamant that Milwaukee was the best. And I think he was right.

[@denoftools]

All the sailors I know these days use Ryobi. Why? Becuase if they fall overboard they won't cry.

[@noControl556]

I don't think they said their tools aren't for the DIY guys, just that they are designed for professional use. As in this drill needs to work 8-10 hours a day, not "does the home guy really need this part to be this robust? can we make it cheaper?" I've been a Makita guy for awhile as it's what my dad used for work but have been buying their hand tools lately at home depot when I need something fast and don't want Husky. I just buy harbor freight stuff if I'm going to get a Husky tool

[@IONredline06]

When it comes to cordless power tools, if you spend in the range of $150 for a drill, the brand really doesn't matter, you are going to get a quality product. That being said, I like my Makita and DeWalt drills.

[@Igor-q3f]

Higher voltage is better then higher amps for the battery for a high demanding tool. Milwaukee mentions always you can use any m18 batteries in high demanding tools like rear handle saw but you won’t be able to finish the cut and when you use high demand batteries they heat faster. Flexvolt and makita 36v runs much smoother and easier on the battery.

[@raybonz7939]

Totally enjoyable as usual.. Man you are one funny bear! Thanks for the review and I have used many Milwaukee tools over the years along with Klein hand tools.. (electrician)

[@RecklessEnterainment]

Milwaukee has always been my go to, when I need a tool that I know is going to work and never let me down. I know my cordless Milwaukee tools will always be there to work when I need them

[@grizmt7779]

I don’t know what you call it, but I love the extra little things you put into the video like Yodo and the Actual simulated fire at the factory and such not to mention The Bear. It reminded me of the cartoons that Mad mags had in between the cartoon frames. Great work Jeff. Keep it up

[@Cjinglaterra]

I bought a Stiletto back in the day. Best ever for driving nails, but too soft for striking steel tools such as cat’s paws and nail sets, plus not enough mass to scoot walls. Thus I switched to a FatMax.

[@BradsWorkbench]

I’ve used one of those old hole hogs when I was in my 20s and those things wouldn’t break your wrist, they would break your whole damn shoulder if u weren’t careful! Damn fine tool!

[@KennyInVegas]

I have a Milwaukee brand 1/2" "Holeshooter" drill...... gear reduction. The thing has enough torque to snap your wrist when (it) binds-up! Great drill but mine is from 25 years ago.

[@carlmccoy662]

I have one too, from late 70's. It is the greatest 1/2 drill ever. It is the drill that made Milwaukee famous.

[@piledriver141]

Ken A Yeah I've seen a guy drilling with a 2 foot ship auger bit. SNAP,took him to hospital

[@tomkish6921]

When I first got into the trades (Refrigeration and HVAC), Makita and Milwaukee battery tools were the most popular. My first cordless drill was a Makita "stick battery" drill I bought off a fellow tech. Maybe Makita could be a topic for a future video. Thanks for yet again, a great vid!

[@theejoeylee]

Not a pro, but love makita!

[@toolinhand]

Good series, Red Beard! Keep em coming!

[@Laura-wc5xt]

my problem with Milwaukee tools are the power cords which seem to rot off really fast....great video Red Beard

[@gtolex86]

Team Milwaukee Tools here all day 🇺🇸

[@That_one-guy192]

Where I’m from there’s a lot of Amish carpenters and practically everyone of them swings a stiletto. They weigh less, have less vibration, and hit like a heavier hammer which causes less fatigue.

[@calimann83]

The M12 fuel line is amazing.

[@paulmurphy4277]

Ahhh, the hole hog. I used one of them just about everyday when I was an electrician. If that sucker bound up going through a joist it would just about break your wrist in half.

[@realleescoggins]

Great video!

[@greatdaneacdc]

I’ve broken 3 -18v drills since 2012 I got to invest in the fuel line more Got a lot fuel tools but need a fuel drill ! The rest of Milwaukee tools are great!

[@chuckhaynes6458]

I have several Milwaukee tools built in the '60's '70's and '80's. The older the better. They have served me well throughout the years. I found a cheap generator to avoid the plethora of battery tools and expensive batteries. Besides the generator will power my coffee pot while the battery tool just stares back at me.

[@SweeturKraut]

My local ACE hardware (Yorktown VA) sells Milwaukee tools.

[@user-qc7me2hs5c]

My family has always been Milwaukee went to dewalt for a couple years and tried out Milwaukee and holy crap I had to switch bought fuel drill ,impact,grinder, impact wrenches ect and have not looked back no issues and couple have been just thrashed and I’ll stick with my brand of Milwaukee

[@joefaraone977]

Absolutely love my Milli wau kayyy tools! Thanks Bear!

[@KennyInVegas]

Hilti TE76........ the greatest hammer drill/chipping gun ever made......... Laborers' local 872 approved. Milwaukee might be good but Hilti is SUPREME!!!

[@haroldwatkins7059]

I have come to look forward to your company history videos. I wish to soon join your patron contribution. Keep up the great work my friend. what was the outcome of Sears last Friday? I recently had two large appliance purchases with Sears extended warranties. Will I be out of luck. I am a 100% disabled Vet so my expenditures are important. Thank you and keep it coming Bear.

[@denoftools]

Sears is in Chapter 11 (reorg) but no one is sure what will happen. Eddie Lampert wants to keep the store running but the creditors what it all closed and liquidated. My guess is that it will be closed by the end of the first quarter next year. As to your warranty? Not sure, did you buy it at one of the appliance centers? If so they are separate from sears and you will be fine.

[@haroldwatkins7059]

I actually bought them at the Sears Company Store in our local mall. $3000.00 Fridge and an $800.00 dishwasher. Both with the 5-year warranty I believe. I will go into Sears tomorrow and question. I shall let you know the outcome, my friend.