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[@StumpyNubs]

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[@durangodave]

i use the scraper blade attachment to remove the old dried out and junk sealant around my RV skylights. A putty knife, razor blade would take forever to remove that sticky rubbery stuff. I love this tool.

[@ferrumignis]

I used a thin abrasive semicircle blade for removing old grout from a tiled wall, took a fraction of the time compared to doing it manually.

[@boatman323]

Same on a boat. Brilliant!

[@nickpearsonuk]

Great tips as always. Your channel is a masterclass in how to present a lot of information quickly and precisely. No waffle, no naff music. I always learn something new.

[@richardr6203]

I’ve used one of these before. Bought one. Have it sitting in a drawer. Your video has given me some incredible ideas on how to use this bad boy. Thank you.

[@ferrumignis]

I've had a huge amount of use out of mine in the last ~10 years. From cutting floorboards for lifting them, to cutting copper pipes in awkward locations. I used it a couple days ago to cut down the aluminium core of a roller blind. Super useful tool.

[@MoeAji]

I rarely used my oscillating tool as I thought of it as a thin saw. I can't wait to try those tips in my next project. Great video as always.

[@kellyvcraig]

As usual, I take back everything I'm going to say about you next week. You're the man. Been running my Fein Multitool since long before Makita and the rest made them, but picked up a couple great tips today. Thanks.

[@davidwright9688]

I bought my first Fein MultiMaster in about 1995 when they first came out with them for non-medical applications. Cost me about $350 as I recall. Over the years we have destroyed 2, and currently have 3 in service in my shop, and in my partner's finishing kit. She made me buy a 2nd one since I keep one rigged for cutting, and kept on swiping hers for sanding. We buy the "obsolete" models off eBay when we need to replace them. Last time I checked, Fein still had the highest oscillation rate. Awesome tools. I have used them for every application you mention in this video, and maybe a few more. I use the sticky-back sandpaper versus the hook & loop. Takes a heat gun to replace them.

[@truckguy6666]

Yep the Fein was the OG. I still call it a "Fein Tool" and most youngin's think Im saying "Fine Tool"

[@patrickclark9642]

Thanks for the tips. It was validating to see some things I already knew and helpful to see some new ideas. I am a landlord, and handle the first line of maintenance for my properties. It is often much easier, more affordable, and less disruptive to my tenants to do little spot repairs as issues pop up, and the oscillating multi tool is awesome for getting into the little nooks and crannies to cleanly remove damage while leaving functional infrastructure in situ. Definitely a handy tool for situations that require a little flexibility.

[@davidt8438]

Had my hand cast cut off with one in 1970. A kid in shop class pushed my thumb into the bandsaw blade and me being a kid and having no real guidance from the shop teacher, had left the guard all the way up. Ouch! It went through my thumb. When the doctor used the surgical multi tool to cut off the cast I had had my fill of blades and skin but I learned all about these amazing tools 54 years ago. P.S. my thumb works perfectly fine these days and I no longer leave the blade guard up when cutting wood.

[@Slaphappy-_-]

It’s a life line. And it has saved me time on all different kinds of challenges on nails, screws and wood. Works well on drywall too. Amazing tool.

[@mmgross144]

I agree with you on all points. I have been using this tool successfully for many years.

[@scottmorris4914]

We still use an oscillating tools for cutting casts off, it is a half circle blade with bigger teeth that are not sharp at all. Work great and don’t injure the patient when the blade touches the patient.

[@bobalman]

Literally a cutting edge video!

[@davids2530]

Grout blades are expensive and wear out extremely quickly. I tried diamond blades, carbide blades, etc. Watched a video of someone using a masonry disk/wheel with a grinder but that was on a tile floor with a 3/8 or 1/2” grout line. I had a 1/8” grout line. Bought some masonry cut off disks and luckily figured out a clamping system and tightened it down with the hex bolt. Cut through grout like butter! As the disc wore down I’d just rotate it a quarter turn. Finished 90% of grout removal with a $5 pack of HF discs. The first 10% I used $60 of multi tool grout blades. Hope this helps.

[@richarddavis7421]

I did the same thing several years ago. I also used an 80mm dia mini circular saw blade which worked well on wide grout lines

[@mgjk]

do you mean angle grinder disks? that could be genius.

[@davids2530]

@@mgjk yep, angle grinder masonry disc on a multi-tool.

[@Vikingwerk]

I bought one of these for one particular project. I needed to accurately cut a section out of a wooden backsplash; in place; to replace it with a marble piece. It worked fantastic. They have their uses, and can be super accurate when used carefully.

[@Mahreo1]

My number 1 oscillating tool tip: wear earplugs! You're never gonna want to use the tool without them.

[@bchin4005]

What? 😂

[@ikust007]

Absolument 💯

[@ferrumignis]

Can confirm. The tool itself isn't particularly noisy, but it inevitably vibrates the part you are cutting which can make a lot of noise.

[@rexseven6907]

Especially in a closet or cabinet or tight space.

[@smody121]

My ryobi is super high pitched at high speeds, you definitely need hearing pro

[@ikust007]

7:38 good call about the bi metals blade. Didn’t know . Thank you

[@besteven]

Really a fan of these things. I keep learning new uses for mine and it's really refined my DIY projects as well as opened up possibilities I wouldn't previously have considered.

[@davidwilliams1060]

I’ve been happily using one of these tools for years but didn’t know 90% of this information. Thanks.

[@woodturner1954]

I used my Oscillating tool today. I use it all the time. I do lay a finger on a large blade to help guide it. I most definitely will draw blood. Any tool with a moving sharp edge will. One of my favorite fine tuning joints.

[@wdtaut5650]

Thank you, Stump. I bought one some time ago and haven't had a need to use it. Now that I understand the why and how better, I'll have to try it.

[@ferrumignis]

If you do much DIY around the house you'll find a bunch of uses for it. Plunge cutting a floorboard over a joist to remove a section, cutting existing pipes to length when they are mounted close to a wall, cutting holes in drywall, removing tile grout or cutting tiles etc.. Super useful tool, you should definitely start using it.

[@gentlemanbirdlake]

I have brushed up against the injury boundary with these tools, take care if applying pressure for sudden slippage.

[@TheJohn8765]

Yah, added pressure against the bone would reduce the "floppiness" of the skin, leading to a higher chance of injury. Still, it's *way* safer than other cutting tools I can think of (unless you're a complete numpty).

[@user-hm5zb1qn6g]

oscillating tools are so under-rated. I can't believe there was a time when I lived without one.

[@cuebj]

I had a green Bosch multi-tool from just after it was launched in UK. As with all Bosch green tools, when first launched, it was underpowered. When we started gutting and remodelling our current home in 2013, my builder mocked it but... eventually started borrowing it. I got a corded DeWalt in a pre-Christmas clearance sale - it was far more powerful but wow - did it vibrate! Cliff started using it a lot so I gave it to him and bought a second in another sale. Eventually, I gave that to my daughter who was doing heavy-duty work on her house. I replaced it with a bare cordless Milwaukee version since I have Milwaukee 18V batteries for my drill & driver set. It is so much smoother than the corded DeWalt but just as powerful. So many applications from careful carving to grinding at brick. I keep blades so: sharp for wood or nails; used and a bit blunted for plasterboard; even older and blunted for aerated cement blocks. Some 'blades' are rough rasps that rub down bricks & concrete, eg UK electric socket fixing. Used them for all the uses in the video but... those corded DeWalt vibrations were really, really bad unless you wear very thick anti-vibration gloves. Agreed: almost useless for sanding

[@Muksanim2012]

Excellent to the point video. I have not bought an oscillating tool thinking it wouldn't be beneficial for me. But you showed some good possibilities and I am going to get one for my battery tool system. Have a use for it this week. Thanks.

[@krzysztofmathews738]

I'm glad to see this. This really opens my eyes to just how versatile they are.

[@Motocicleiros]

I have one of those but I don't use it very often. Actually I think I just used it once and I confess to have bought it mainly because I found it cool. I will try to use it more.

[@petcatznz]

Great tips thanks. These tools are indispensable when cutting skirting boards to fit new cabinets. Nothing else does the job as well or as quickly.

[@don1857]

I can't remember how I got along without this tool!

[@dougiedamit]

I use the oscillating cutter several times a week. The cutter is a handy tool . The blades can cut your skin, especially the aggressive wood cutting blade.

[@ferrumignis]

You can definitely get cut if you don't take reasonable care, but you'd have to try very hard to remove a finger etc.

[@KodiakWoodchuck]

I use mine for drywall work mainly. I may use it for other stuff now!

[@AlRoderick]

If it makes you nervous to guide the blade with your off hand, you can just wear a nice sturdy work glove on it. That's something you'd never recommend with a rotating tool, but it's perfectly safe for this.

[@CitizenAyellowblue]

If you start feeling slight pins and needles when you're using one, you're overdoing it.

[@merlinsatrom6678]

Very helpful - especially about blade speed cutting metal! Thank you!

[@SomePoserStoleMyName]

I’ve used a cast, saw for trimming out plastics and carbon fiber in Prosthetics for years. When these oscillating tools came on the market it solved a lot of problems because the blades and tools are a lot cheaper than a cast saw. In remodeling and woodworking, I use one of these tools constantly. I used to refer to it as my sonic screwdriver but not enough. People got the joke so now I just called the magic wand.

[@cyberwolf6667]

I love my Sonic craft I have two for 10 years or more Great for molding cuts

[@bchin4005]

Was just using the multi-tool today and it crossed my mind how I might injure myself with it. Serendipitous video, cheers.

[@roscoepatternworks3471]

I made an archery target years ago. I need lots of carpet cut to size. A utility knife was a pain. I sharpened into a knife edge. Cuts carpet great and much faster.

[@cobberpete1]

Great stuff as always. Thanks James. Say hello to Moustache Mike. We still remember him.

[@gaylbeals65]

Have been going to tell you about the Kershaw Gravel Knife.I bought one when you were talking about how handy they are. They really are and I like it so much I now have to two of them. Thanks for tip

[@timh7156]

Pay attention to how he moves the carbide blade back and forth when cutting screws and nails. If you don’t, it will heat up and quickly destroy the teeth of your most expensive blade. A quality carbide tooth blade can make a lot of cuts in metal if you keep it cool by keeping it moving.

[@gillie-monger3394]

As far as my hand held power tools go, after a hand drill, (not an impact driver), my multi-tool is the most versatile and important piece of kit to take when working on site. Literally never go without it.

[@nickcody7257]

While blades aren't expensive, they can be resharpened with a diamond file fairly quickly. It is best done before everything is really rounded off. I did this more often when these were newer and the replacement blades were around $5 each. Now as they are around $1 each I guess it isn't so worth it.

[@STV-H4H]

For a more useful and accepted comment I thought I’d say thanks for the speed kills segment. I never thought about the slower speed being more effective for making metal cuts. I have been using my Makita Multitool now for about 3 years, and just a few days ago I noticed the speed control dial was not working properly. Which necessitated a bit of effort to correct it with an old tooth brush. Now that I’ve been informed about the slower speed I’ll probably have better results. Most of the use in my world had been drywall, with the occasional nail needing cut to remove a nailed in Jbox. Those boxes of assorted blades are great. I came across what appears to be the same product a couple years back. A few weeks ago an unusual J shaped blade for making pull out type cuts was needed. I searched a couple places and found one. Needing to make a cut from inside a cavity. Thanks for the tip about reusing orbital sanding disks. I recently used both tools to clean oxidation from aluminum, the round disks were burning out, as you mentioned along the edges. The triangular shaped ones helped immensely at the corners. I didn’t think about the central part of the round (as you said, it was mostly still serviceable) disks being still useful. They cost a lot less than the purpose made triangle shapes that were costly and didn’t last long at all. The reversal of the blade is a great thing. I have an arsenal of makita cordless gear, and following the acquisition of these tools I also chose to use the Makita stackable cases. Various sized for different tools. The multitool has its own special box, and reversing the blade makes it less prone to damage, as well as not having the blade aimed outward before I’m set up. When it’s running, it doesn’t ever cut me. But when it’s turned off, it almost always finds a place where I can bleed, generally on my leg as I walk somewhere with it harmlessly turned off, but blade aimed outward seeking flesh or a customers leather furniture! lol As usual, your videos almost always have more value than immediately expected when I just see a catchy title. ❤

[@CitizenAyellowblue]

You've convinced me to crank mine up again!

[@bobalman]

Thanks for another informative video showing stuff I didn't know about. When I hear it here I know I can trust it. Another one for the bookmarks!

[@johnnyb95678]

Thank you for sharing your experience and expertise.

[@libertyvilleguy2903]

A very useful specialty tool.

[@jplflyer]

Another great vide. Thank you. I've been meaning to get one of these for myself but just haven't done it yet. I think it's time.

[@kencoleman7762]

I have been aware of these tools but have limited experience. Thanks for a useful instructional video. I believe ill pick one up.

[@arth.4196]

I just remembered you did something like this before. It just helped me remember for my weekend honey do list this weekend.😊

[@RoseHayes-321]

They're brilliant for drywall. I have box shaped blade for cutting single gang electrical box holes in drywall in one go.

[@puddinggeek4623]

Excellent video as always. I have just got a second hand one off Ebay, this video has given some really useful info to get me started. Keep up the great work.

[@oriolesfan2463]

This was great! I have one but haven’t used it. It’s good to know tips that’ll help me start off right when I do.

[@JEREMY-xq7sk]

I actually used mine to cut half laps in two sets of X's I built into my coffee table. Was tricky, but, worked phenomenally.

[@gerwen1]

Such a handy tool. We always struggled with what to call the thing. 'Hey, where did you put the.... (mimics motion of the blade with hand) saw?' We finally settled on calling it the 'beaver tail'

[@valvenator]

I bought one of these and kinda forgot about it. Thanks for the tutorial.

[@norm5785]

Great tool. Thank you for sharing. Great video. Everyone stay safe, warm, happy and healthy. From Henrico County Virginia

[@RoyatAvalonFarms]

Thank you for this material. I'd really like to see more content on the details of all the different attachments as well as how to use them in different materials and different conditions. I recently bought a nice dewalt version of this and only have a few blades and ZERO experience using it. No doubt this project could become a mini-series in itself. Thanks for the consideration.

[@joeleonetti8976]

I’ve sharpened the blade on my oscillation tool with the same triangular file. It was very easy.

[@deezkeez]

Thank you for the tips! I've had trouble in the past with going through blades left and right--I'll have to try better blade selection and slowing the speed.

[@jsollowsphotography]

I have one of these that I bought when re-grouting my bathroom and havent used it since. I never thought of using it for woodworking!! Thank you so much for this video .. now excuse me because I gotta run to the workshop to play! 😀

[@cidercreekranch]

Instead of turning the blade around I fabricated a holder for the tool, with blade, that allows for the hanging of the tool with the blade installed in the 'normal' position. Thanks for the tip of the set of blades at a reasonable price.

[@jimrosson6702]

Great video as always James thanks for sharing definitely learned a few things I never thought of with using my multitool.

[@kenbrown2808]

another tip: depending on your blade connection, you can invert the blade if you have to cut with limited clearance. it's not much, but sometimes a half inch makes a difference.

[@raimogeel9497]

Tip, when using the round saw blade, move the tool round to remove the dust between the teeth of the saw. Less heat buildup and faster cuts.

[@iguesi]

Well I don't own one. And after watching the very informative video... I still don't think I need one! Thanks Stumpy!

[@StumpyNubs]

But if you ever do, you'll know how to use it! :)

[@gerwen1]

If you're handy and do odd jobs around the house, they're super useful. I thought the same as you. I picked up a cheapo one when it was on sale. Wasn't long before I upgraded to a nice cordless. Damn thing is so handy.

[@bchin4005]

You can easily replace at least 3 different saws with this one tool. Kinda dreamy. Most cordless also fit easily in a tool pouch. Being able to cut any shape, size, and material at the drop of a hat can't be beat.

[@KeithCooper-Albuquerque]

Thanks, James! I sure learn a lot from your videos!

[@stephenhobbs7892]

Wow, That is a video that needed making. Plenty of good advice. Thanks.

[@halfabee]

I spent £20 on a blade for my saw. It has cut through stainless steel and high tension bolts with ease and the blade is still good.

[@rshawiii]

this is the cutting tool that can do things rotating and reciprocating tools can't, as well as sub in their place in some situations. As an over the top DIYer and Maker I wish I had one of these in my arsenal sooner.

[@skipanardoross6805]

I got a good deal on a Rockwell kit that included sheers. If you cut your own shop rags, these sheers make really quick work of it. The last thing I used it on was rat wire, cutting it down to size for a cage. Again, very quick work of it but I haven't tried it on anything else since then so I don't know if or how much I dulled them.

[@watermain48]

Great tutorial James. Thanks for sharing.

[@MrKlarthums]

Can be really useful for light demo work. I used mine last weekend for removing about 10 sqft of a raised subfloor that was glued and nailed down. Cut between the vinyl tiles on top through about 3/4ths of the subfloor. Was impossible to pry up without potentially seriously damaging the floor boards before that.

[@gofgwoodworking]

I have a few small triangle files. I have used them to tune up the teeth. I can sharpen them in the field, and save time and money on the job.

[@wayneswonderarium]

You can also flip the blade over - if you have an offset blade it can get you a bit more clearance if you need it!

[@Ithaca1937]

I found out that an old worn out wood or metal cutting blade works great for cutting cement board. It doesn't so much as cut or grind, but the quick and short oscillations act like a long thin jackhammer.

[@anthonyturner5319]

I’ve had some good slices with 4 degree oscillation festool, full noise, aggressive wood blades.

[@GPS0159]

I used mine to cut out 100 year old drywall. And the right blade makes a difference. It's loud and creates a lot of dust. But I wouldn't trade it.

[@olddawgdreaming5715]

Thanks James, enjoyed the videos. Stay safe and keep up the great works. Fred.

[@johnford7847]

Great video, Jim. Thank you very much.

[@samuelligo7234]

I always enjoy and appreciate your videos.

[@davidquirk8097]

My top tip for rough works is to use a small triangular file to repoint the teeth on blunt wood/plastic cutting blades. I generally only use my tool for cutting drywall (for electrical boxes) and for joinery cuts (nothing that's on show) and I can cope with the rougher finish that my repointed blades give. (I got this tip from SeeJaneDrill)

[@J.A.Smith2397]

Ya always keeping it fresh, that's why your my boy blue!

[@maynardcarmer3148]

I have used a Rockwell Sonicrafter for years now. I don't know how I got along without one until I got one.

[@iamgriff]

That was my first oscillating tool. It burned itself up from heat. Now I have a XRP DeWalt 20v. Way better than

[@MCsCreations]

Excellent tips, James! Thanks a bunch! 😊 Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@danielherman9483]

Take a look at EZARC blades as well. I keep and use those for my finer work and use the cheap Amazon sets as beater blades for drywall or cutting up against concrete where I'm likely to ruin the blade.

[@tjdewolff5104]

Another use for a multitool is to use the blade perpendicular along the (edge of the) workpiece: scraping. It's an excellent way to remove woodrot: fast and controllable.

[@stevehopkins5907]

I probably use mine as much outside the shop as in. They are great for trimming small branches, especially in tight places. Now I save my chainsaw for bigger jobs.

[@MW-lk6pu]

Thanks for the tips

[@deziomakes]

FYI if you're in a pinch, you can fairly easily get a dull blade cutting again by filing the teeth. It's not going to be pretty, but it has saved me.

[@paint1956]

I've had my Multimaster for over 20 years (you just can't kill one of these), and my favorite are the Japanese style blades as well. But beware, these blades are ground differently and will most assuredly cut you faster than you can pull away.

[@davidcl64]

Super informative- thank you 🙏

[@ferrumignis]

I'm surprised you didn't mention that you can get small "delta" and "finger" sanding heads for these tools which are really useful when sanding down old furniture for refinishing.

[@FalconwingAC]

I always remove the blades for storage and keep it with the other blades. They're designed to be easily swappable, so reinstalling doesn't take much. It protects the blades and your hands from getting scratched up when reaching for the tool. Another thing, you can actually resharpen the wood blades when they get dull, you just use a triangular file. You might be able to do the same for the metal cutting blades, but I'm not sure if they're heat-hardened. I still would give it a try though. Seems like a waste to throw out a sizable hunk of metal that only the very end is no longer sharp.

[@kenjohnson3412]

Clean Armor looks like a great product but it is EXPENSIVE!!!

[@j.d.1488]

James , its always good when you have your Wings coffee mug on display. Go Wings, my man. Cool vid

[@RJFerret]

And can use an angle file on dull blades to sharpen them pretty quickly, saving lots of moola.

[@markduggan3451]

After seeing this, I may dig out mine if I can find it.

[@herbertliedel7019]

Had an exterior door frame with rot near the bottom. used the saw to remove just the bad section and replace the wood. Saved having to buy an entire door frame.

[@murphymmc]

I have a couple of these tools, a cordless and a corded. The corded tool is very inexpensive one from "that" budget tool store, cuts exactly as well as the high end Fein tool. They are great tools, though like you, I refuse to buy name brand blades. Having bought name brand, then buying "bulk" packs from other less known vendors, you see quickly that the name brand are indistinguishable from the aftermarket. My guess, the brand name guys buy them from the bulk sources and rebrand to their packaging. Also note the teeth on the blades are designed to cut faster in one direction, most noticeable on the Japanese style tooth design. That's helpful when doing the initial plunge cut, it makes a difference.