Quick Tip: The Problem With Tool Reviews

Most tool reviews examine a tool right out of the box. How long will that too last. How good is it made. We never know how long a tool will last. Here are some quick tips for understanding and judging tool reviews.

[@Lutzboater]

Very good advice, Tom.More often than not you get what you pay for, especially in super cheap tool.

[@chriscairns1731]

I thought this would be some BS video, but you ended up suggesting the only youtubers i trust for reviews. you're the man, great suggestions!

[@AlleyPicked]

I appreciate that!

[@jaclynvassallo7604]

Oh man, thanks for (kindly) calling out the “tool bro’s” who are basically paid to push consumerism. Don’t get me wrong, there’s definitely a place for new tool reviews (many I’ve watched too), but there are are so many times I want to see a review from multi-year use or for a tool that’s older than 10 years. Love Chickanic! Will check out the other channels. Nice video and good luck finding the replacement pad for the craftsman.

[@AlleyPicked]

Thanks for the kind feedback!

[@Rohndogg1]

Always ask the people that fix devices/tools. They're gonna see all the problems the brands may face and will see the trends

[@saggioculo5386]

I have a 30 year old Ryobi scroll saw. I have used it more days than not. Does it work as good as the high-priced saws... no. Gets the job done...yes. I had a craftsman router that lasted over 20 years. I also have a craftsman miter saw that is almost 30 years old. All of which get used often. I rarely hear nice things about Ryobi or Craftsman. Maybe that is true now, but not 30 years ago.

[@MarkMcCluney]

You're sure the broken one isn't a fixer? I mean, you fix broken stuff all the time. It might be worth a try... Cheers Tom, good advice in this one. Thanks mate.

[@AlleyPicked]

Funny you say that Mark...After I made the video, I decided to take it apart. I found a loose screw screw inside. Some people say I have a loose screw.(you knew that joke was coming). Seems to work now. As for the Craftsman pad, I am having trouble finding a replacement. I bought one online but it was slightly different so I had to return it.