The Real Reason I Got Rid of My Cordless Tools

n this video, I share the real reason why I decided to get rid of all my old cordless tools and invest in a completely new set. Living on a large property, my manservant and son Jack often need to use tools independently of me, meaning we can't compete for the same equipment. To solve this, I decided to start fresh with Milwaukee M12 and M18 cordless tools.
Join me as I go over every tool and battery I own, rating each one on whether I would buy it again or not. I'll also discuss the specific batteries I have for my tools and how they perform in various tasks around the property.
If you're considering upgrading your tools or simply curious about Milwaukee's M12 and M18 lines, this video is for you. Don't miss out on this in-depth review and practical advice!

[@wranglerstar]

Wranglerstar's Top Tool Picks Impact / drill combo - amzn.to/3XY2tji Heat gun - amzn.to/4cyoiKG Light stick - amzn.to/4eU7PC6 Inflator - amzn.to/4eVTQeP Storage crate - amzn.to/3Lj0zCa Big inflator - amzn.to/4cyfTa4

[@campbellbuilt]

As a professional Builder/Remodeler it’s DeWALT and Makita all day everyday. Group think says Milwaukee but the pros know different. 😀

[@jeremydisbrow778]

If the impact noose bothers you you have to get an m18 surge impact. Worth every cent

[@joelmullins8965]

Amazon not an authorized retailer and will cost you warranty years if purchased there.

[@dustinpomeroy8817]

The M12 combo is what I used to run until I got my M12 Surge,my God man.Also I got the 6 bay Rapid Charger and I can't use a regular charger anymore ,I'm spoiled.

[@martylucas8557]

Forgot to mention…you can get a package of two 3 amp HO Batteries for between $99-$119, when on sale!

[@tdot2413]

Upside to Milwaukee, if you own a Milwaukee tool and send it in for service and they no longer can get parts for it you'll get a brand new tool as a replacement. I'm a manufacturing engineer for the service department of Milwaukee. Note, this doesn't apply to batteries. If those are within the service date you'll always get a new one since we don't repair batteries with the exception of one MX battery.

[@blackout7615]

Engineers always get stuff wrong.

[@tdot2413]

@@blackout7615 Haven't met a professional who always gets stuff right

[@mattphillips1910]

@@tdot2413 That was an absolutely excellent response. I don't own any Milwaukee tools. I am one of those "yellow tool" people. But your response to that hate was fantastic. I commend you for it. And keep up the good fight! It's hard to be (nearly) perfect.

[@jordannipper4890]

thanks for the knowledge my guy, makes sense why my previous employers kept all their old tools (Milwaukee only) in a cabinet. They were waiting to get a batch of new tools from them

[@liquidrockaquatics3900]

I would rather buy another brand. Milwaukee has done their engineering too well because their batteries fail within a month of the date. 5/6 of my 12v Milwaukee batteries were dead within a month of the date, and the other lasted about a month more. I have two drivers and an impact somewhere that don’t have batteries and a pex expansion tool that I will need a battery for if I ever need it again.. or I will buy a different brand

[@bradmitchell1721]

The Dewalt flex volt tool video led me to your channel years ago. Came for the tools, stayed for the furious rants and fellowship.

[@brucemadden1626]

VERY misleading title; you DIDN"T get rid of your cordless tools

[@1683clifton]

He always does that, it expected at this point. Seen!

[@reginaldulrichosbourne2334]

But he did get rid of his cordless tools… he gave them to his son and servant 😂😂 tisk tisk you two wanna be pro-ho’s

[@1683clifton]

Over here prohoing with a brace and a bowsaw! 😂

[@danbristow7581]

Seems more like a sales/infomercial than anything....well now you know why he got all new tools ..Your watching Milwaukees newest salesman...

[@rickace132]

@@danbristow7581 I thought he use to hate Milwaukee.

[@ZulkSOD]

My wife looked over my shoulder as I was watching this and she seeing Cody for the first time asked if hes wearing a hair piece 😂😂😂😂

[@wranglerstar]

The answer is, yes,

[@roryhennessey1983]

Of course he is. I'm glad he admitted it

[@EricBarthDev]

it's made exclusively from the hair of Polynesian virgins force-fed a diet of coconut oil.

[@Jguser562]

​@@roryhennessey1983 Man where you been...on the east Coast?😅😅😅😅

[@fleatactical7390]

You should tell her the whole story about his hairpiece.

[@tastas8554]

Nice t-shirt, shame they didn't have one in your size 😂😂😂😂

[@faithful451]

😆

[@zugzug6773]

or one for men

[@j.c.isking2165]

@@tastas8554 Great one….. I suppose he was “ wounded “ by that.

[@jakewalker4392]

New west coast fashion might be influencing him to buy the wrong size clothing

[@SkinnySkinch]

Yeah man this dude is super weird. What was he thinking wearing that teenage girl shirt

[@earthboy9622]

I did loose all my tools in a fire (along with everything else). Started over with Milwaukee - very happy with the quality. Thanks for sharing this!

[@fsmoura]

Pro tip: Put them on the ice for a few hours to tighten them back again 👍

[@AdrenalineRushMX]

@@fsmoura lol

[@-Kreger-]

I have all dewalt. Preferred Milwaukee, but the store closest to me didn’t carry them. Also had a Lowe’s pro card to debatably save a few bucks.

[@RabidNewts]

@@-Kreger-that’s exactly how I feel. I would love to have Milwaukee but Dewalt’s prices won me over.

[@Livinglifemywayforever]

I don't think I've ever heard someone say manservant besides in old-school movies lol.

[@patricke170]

It’s in the Bible

[@mikemolefin914]

@@patricke170 sooo its still ok today

[@truckguy6.7]

Its amazing how far tools have come. Started in the auto industry in the late 80's. Trouble lights...they call them that for a reason. We went through boxes of bulbs, many techs getting burned and cut, Then of course there were the fires. We had 2 bad fires caused by the old incandescent bulbs.What game changers!

[@jlm08742]

I'm dewalt for battery power. Bought the festool track saw and vacuum in 2006 to build a set of cabinets for a client and they are still going strong.

[@MikeRay1978]

One thing people don’t talk about is battery generations. Or tool generation with battery compatibility. Whatever you want to call it the fact is you can still use the very first Milwaukee battery in a new tool and the first Milwaukee tools can use the new batteries. That’s important to me. I got tired of having tools that didn’t have working battery.

[@Pantsdownbrown]

This is what FINALLY got me off of Craftsman. The quality was declining for years but when I had to buy new tools because my batteries wouldn't hold a charge it was time to move over to Milwaukee like my paw used.

[@shadygunshow]

Who told you that? 12volt yes. 18volt? I guess. I never had a Milwaukee tool last long enough to test that theory and their original 18v lithium “red” batteries were just paperweights. Milwaukee must have been REALLY late to the cordless tools game if that’s true.

[@MikeRay1978]

@@shadygunshow a sales rep. At a tool convention. And I’ve never run across a battery that didn’t fit in the appropriate tool. I’ve never had or even seen a tool that a normal Milwaukee battery didn’t work in. Of course you can’t use a 12v where an 18v is supposed to be but the point is if you have an ancient Milwaukee tool it will accept the new batteries and if you have an ancient Milwaukee battery it will work in a new tool. I’ve never seen it otherwise. But I have seen dewalt stuff that doesn’t work like that. And Ryobi.

[@GamerJosh06]

​@@MikeRay1978 Ryobi not working like that? They've had the same 18v battery compatibility for over 25 years.

[@MikeRay1978]

@@GamerJosh06 awesome.

[@georgemetzger2881]

As a fairly broke person that only works on my car and some work around the house, Craftsman prices have been very enticing and they haven't disappointed me yet

[@nellayema2455]

Most of my hand tools are Craftsman that I got as a gift back in 1978. They are very good. I'm not sure how good the new ones are. I'll consider Williams if I need to buy any new tools. Williams tools are made by the same company that makes Snap-On tools. Many of the Williams tools look identical to the Snap-On for way less cost.

[@minuteofman1776]

Especially when Lowes was running their price dip on the 4ah batteries for $39 each earlier in the year

[@ryant3556]

I've got Milwaukee but I recently helped build a deck and used craftsman Cordless impact drivers, they worked great. If I wasn't already locked into Milwaukee I'd make the switch to Craftsman for the cost savings

[@shadygunshow]

Well if you ever do, you should really consider ridgid over craftsman. Craftsman power tools are the definition of made in china. I know all tools are practically made in china now but craftsman’s are made in China-China. lol I remember when they joined the lithium ion game they already had about 50 different tools to choose from on day 1. Only the china rebrand type of tool’s can do that.

[@adgeegfad]

Honestly harbor freight is better

[@designbuildmakebreak2433]

Although I'm a Makita guy, I appreciate this video. Consider the M18 compact blower; I initially used the Makita version to blow off my kid's trampoline after wasting time setting up my large leaf blower. Now I use it for all kinds of cleanup, including detailing my vehicles to avoid drips after washing them. Thank you for your inspiration.

[@ktm250xcw]

Fantastic! Was on fence with the compressor and heat gone. Headed to HD now. Thank you.

[@mrshoashe]

Laid up with a new knee-can’t tell you how much I enjoyed this review! Cheers

[@Capt4141]

Big believer in Milwaukee….. from work to home…. The yard tools are very impressive….I’ve started using the 3amp batteries in my m18 drills and impact guns…..makes a big difference for all day use for my hands and arms…You should get yourself a bandsaw…..

[@pauldegennaro7798]

Yep I'm a milwaukee guy ,been for over 15 yrs .have both 12v and 18v .and can expand to outdoor equipment too. Same battery. Very useful.

[@MaritimeHomesteader]

Great video. I have Milwaukee tools as well. My dad had a plumbing and heating buisness for many years and had the Milwaukee Sawzall and HoleHawg. Pretty awesome tools. I stuck will the same brand and have the M18 platform. Impacts, drills, angle grinder, sawzall, and circular saw all cordless plus a corded angle drill. On a side note i just used a friend’s Festool track saw. Wow very cool. I would eventually like to get a track saw and will probably go with Milwaukee.

[@cameroncunningham204]

A bit misleading title I however actually did get rid of my cordless tools, the primary reasons is (1) battery longevity, (2) difficultly of finding replacement batteries , (3) bulky chargers I make it a point to only buy corded tools because they are always reliable and unless they fail mechanically the won’t die in the middle of a project

[@colamity_5000]

Why is it difficult to find replacement batteries? If they are super old maybe, otherwise that doesn’t make sense.

[@cameroncunningham204]

@@colamity_5000 It does make sense, if you’ tool has been discontinued, so to will the batteries and replacement parts be, I’ve had drills etc that are no longer in production and the batteries/chargers are no longer in production as well. The newer batteries are not compatible with them and unless your able to find older batteries that match with that tool you will have a useless tool

[@ixionn563]

@@cameroncunningham204 If it's DeWalt or I believe Milwaukee as well, you can get adapters often to run the newer packs. Catch is you still need the newer chargers, they won't charge on the adapters. I'm guessing this wasn't the case in your situation though. Battery tools are great, but definitely can be a risk in the long run. Where's there is a huge benefit, there is almost always a compromise.

[@cameroncunningham204]

@@ixionn563 I’m not against cordless tools…reliability is my #1 criteria when it comes to almost eveything I buy Corded tools will outlast battered operated tools by a wide margin…I’ve used corded drills over 50 years old and the function just as well as modern ones, Lastly I’m a Prepper so if there is a long term grid down situation or if the supply chain is I interrupted I can still power my tools with my back up generator or solar system

[@HaydukeDuff]

Professional handyman here, ive been telling myself for months that one day I'll get that track saw. I think that day has come!! Tired of lugging my table saw around, takes up too much room in the truck. Thank you for the wisdom, much appreciated.

[@chiphill4856]

Also a fan of Milwaukee M12 tools. I build boats and they are a perfect choice where control and finesse are important. I use Makita for 18volt, only because none of my makita cordless tools have ever broken! Great content!

[@xxshamwowxx797]

If you dont have the m12 surge impact I couldn't recommend it more. It's way less harsh on your hand and way quieter. It's hydrologic and let me tell you. I have 2 of them and I don't use anything else. I'm a renovation and maintenance tech.

[@Straycathollow]

M12 surge Best thing since sliced bread

[@zaccothren3271]

I second that. I also find loud noises to be much more annoying as I’ve gotten older. Plus, I do a lot of maintenance work inside of occupied buildings. It’s the only way to go. Especially if you are mainly using smaller screws and fasteners. One of those tools that you can’t appreciate until you’ve used it.

[@xxshamwowxx797]

@@zaccothren3271 I regularly use it on screws I shouldn't lol but it has no problem throwing some decent lag bolts when needed

[@judd_s5643]

I remember when Dewalt sent you a catalog and said order what you want! You dedicated a complete video. I’d like to see the look on the national sales manager face after watching this video!

[@nellayema2455]

I'm sure that Cody's responsible for the sale of a lot of DeWalt tools over the years, as he used to almost exclusively used them in his videos.

[@garmbeliblis]

Ten years ago is a long time.

[@roBLINDhood]

I own all of my Dewalt Flexvolt stuff because of your partnered video many years ago. But before that I bought some M12 stuff that has been a joy to use and is still going strong after 15 years! I think that I how I’ll continue, Dewalt 20/60 volt for the big stuff and M12 for the handy stuff. Thanks for all you do Cody! Was thinking of all you’ve taught me about tools and being a man last night as I helped my cousin change a tire on the side of the road. :)

[@Shane_O]

An SDS drill…. An essential in concrete, block buildings. Also a small hand held leaf blower, I use this lot, of to clear dust from jobs. What about cordless battery charger 😀….. I’ll get my coat! I’m tied in with Makita as I have many batteries. Also have some Festool, and some old dewalt corded units.

[@minutemandefense3935]

I use my M18 leaf blower constantly for cleaning up around the jobsite and for cooling off when it's super hot😂

[@baumstamm6129]

i was wondering about exactly that... why u need an air kompressor to clean up since there are leafblowers

[@bodyzoasispersonaltraining9186]

Yes both are crucial. Blower everyday

[@randal3122]

yup a small roto hammer and leaf blower I agree. although I have ego for all of my lead blower, string trimmer, pole saw, and now pressure washer. they are pretty nice

[@jwristen24]

I roll Makita. Not knocking Milwaukee. Makita has awesome outdoor tools, chainsaw, weed eater, brush cutter, hedge trimmer, blowers etc

[@faithful451]

I have a few of both, I like both. I have the makita impact driver, and makita drill driver, very nice pieces. I did select the milwaukee plunge router over the makita deliberately and happy with the choice. Sometimes one or the other will have a feature or something which makes the difference.

[@crauuford]

Bought the M12 pruning saw and pruning shears for family members where hand strength was not what it used to be. Super handy and even hand strength is good they speed up the process

[@abhibeckert]

Instead of the compressor, try the 18v compact blower. Small, quiet, no hoses, less powerful but more than sufficient for cleaning and giving fires a bit more oxygen. It's probably my second most commonly used battery tool.

[@sw5334]

For Milwaukee impacts I love the Surge. Hydraulic impact. Way quieter. I have 2 in my tool truck. Not as powerful as the normal one but when I need more oomf I grab my ½” impact with adapter and away I go.

[@rolc8272]

Small m12 ratchet is a hand saver for running off and on bolts. Love it.

[@mike-pl8sn]

I see the mini band saw in the back. I love those things. They are awesome.

[@yorselrus1996]

Yeah you ain't lying. For as small as that thing is, it's a beast. You can cut stuff up to 2 1/2"

[@trey5912]

I have the m12 drill/driver combo and the m12 ratchet. While I don't use the ratchet often, the drill and driver have been amazing around the house. I've used them for automotive work, drilling into brick, hanging shades, really anything in and around a home the m12 are great.

[@AverageDudeAdventures]

Best Milwaukee cordless tool I got is the little m12 hatchet. Small chainsaw. Love that thing

[@farmer-0639]

Both M12 and M18 Rover lights are great as well. M12 rover is my favorite of all time.

[@yorselrus1996]

Yeah I love them rover lights, tower lights and the pocket rover light come in clutch

[@jasonfalk]

Agree on the M18 inflator for larger tires, that is 100% on my keep list.

[@user-mk2xz8ym9r]

Glad to see you’re finally using Milwaukee..,East Coast have been using them for yrs 😂

[@billbonny8194]

I love the m12 combo as well. I install steal on roofs. Always my favourite

[@Veritas84Aequitas]

Milwaukee guy through and through, but hats are off to Dewalts 60v Max Mixer/Drill w/ E-CLUTCH. That absolute UNIT of a piece has been through countless concrete, mortar, epoxy gallons and doubles up as my Ice fishing Auger drill. Even in Cold AF Canadian Temagami winters on the ice it will easily drill 2-3 times the amount of holes, and faster, than my comparative Milwaukee mud mixer which is a pink haired West Coast man Starbucks soy boy tool equivalent.

[@yourgirlfriendsfavouriteno1029]

i go camping in temagami every year brother, love that spot

[@Veritas84Aequitas]

@@yourgirlfriendsfavouriteno1029 I’d live on that lake if there were musky fishing. But hard pressed to find a better lake for eating size walleye through the ice. Beauty spot fella 👌

[@rmboffroading9104]

I run all Milwaukee tools and have a ton but recently picked up a fuel 7 1/4 circular saw I was reluctant for a corded circular saw for quite a while but I can say after I picked this up I’m in love with it and won’t use a corded one anymore it’s a fantastic tool, I’m really impressed with run time and the power it has and it honestly quieter than my corded saw

[@WassupSweet]

Awesome arsenal!! Thanks for the video brotha!

[@mountainstatematt271]

I couldn’t agree more with you on the 12v tools.

[@GenuineWow]

After you bought and showed off your first couple Milwaukee cordless tools, I could already tell you had the bug. I see it's been progressing nicely.

[@SurvivalSKY]

Loved this video, great stuff! Could not agree more.

[@EMJ31]

Cody that tooop guy of yours just keeps getting better and better! And to throw in the glue-on goatee and have it look good in different lengths and things - wow! 😉

[@matthewwomack8010]

The 18v compact and deep cut Bandsaws are 2 of my favorite tools. The deep cut rips through steel like a beast. The compact is useful for 3" material and smaller and can be used 1 handed.

[@BacktotheBasics101]

Love your show, followed you for years from the very beginning. Inspired me to make a KZbin channel in fact. But in the beginning, when you said your man servant, I’m pretty sure I don’t think I would work for someone that called me a manservant … lol

[@LandFather]

I’ve had a few different brands of tools (dewalt, ryobi, a few knock offs) and the quality difference with the Milwaukee M18 line vs everything else is stark. I’m a Milwaukee fanboy for good now. Great video Cody

[@johnwilliams727]

Man, i would put the cordless 3/8" rachet right behind the drills. Love that thing.

[@inutblood]

Awesome vid. I love Milwaukee tools!

[@thomascronin1040]

I have a Milwaukee circular saw (East Coast Version since I'm from NH) Very handy tool but eats up battery power very quickly. Good presentation...Thanks!

[@mikebertsch8747]

Fantastic entertaining and informative video!

[@georgiapatriot4575]

The oscillating tool was the best tool I didn't know I needed. I saw someone using it on a youtube video and I used it a LOT on a basement remodel. The coolest thing I did with it was using a laser to put a straight line on 3 walls of a room and cut off the bottom section of water damaged drywall using the oscillating tool.

[@mateo1726]

The m18 jigsaw is awesome.

[@christianwicks3036]

The oscillating tool is awesome! I use it all of the time for precision cutting drywall and wood. Haven't tried it on metal though

[@James-ke5sx]

I'm a retired Carpenter. The way I used to choose tools is every manufacturer has something that they specialize in and that is what I used to buy. The problem with cordless tools is they don't last. When I retired I threw all my cordless tools in the garbage and all my corded tools I still have 20 years later.

[@DC-sc4qi]

Nice story

[@PrinceAsmodeus]

🎯

[@summerwind4590]

I upgraded this past year to the cordless Dewalt jigsaw, circular saw, and reciprocating saw, I love the jigsaw so much and the circular saw. I would get the Milwaukee 12V line as they have the largest selection of tools. I would eye the fuel screwdriver, as well as the polisher 1/4” die grinder, the soldering iron is ok,

[@waynegoebel395]

Good video, Cody... I'm a Makita guy when it comes to the 18 volt stuff only because I'm pretty invested in that platform over the years. Drills, Hammer drill, impact driver, circ. saw, track saw, Recip. saw, and angle grinder. Not looking to change platforms. BUT, the Milwaukee 12 volt stuff is great. I bought their SDS hammer drill 1st and I love it for small concrete drills. I've been picking up more in that platform and find it very useful even in a pro situation. God's grace and peace on ya!

[@noway-sk3yr]

My dad started us on the Dewalt batter system probably 12 years ago and of the dozen or so battery powered tools bought in that time not one has broken beyond my repair. No doubt Milwaukee is of similar quality, but i hate to see Dewalt get dunked on in recent months from many channels. They still make very nice tools. (my all time favorite from their line - up is the DeWalt 20V MAX 1500 lm Black/Yellow LED Jobsite Spotlight. I use it every night and keep it by bedside because it is so bright it would blind someone at night. Highly recommend.)

[@ryanhoeper4487]

If you love the m12 impact drivers….you’d love the m12 surge impact! My favorite! Very quiet as well

[@HVACguy813]

I highly recommend the M18 CP3.0 you can usually find them in a 2 pack for a reasonable price and they’re small yet mighty. I use them with my drill and impact when I don’t want a ton of weight, they have a lot of power.

[@danielfuller3049]

The m12 impact driver is my fav tool aswell. I rarely use it compared to my other tools, but every time I pick it up I think “yeah, this is a nice tool”

[@USNVET81]

Tube tops must be coming back on the West Coast!!! Just messin Cody great vid.

[@98kouki123]

M18 oscillator saw is amazing

[@charlesdrinkwater4]

I used DeWalt cordless tools for years both at work and at home. Someone handed me a Makita leaf blower and that was the switch for me. I gave all the DeWalt tools to my brother so he would stop asking to borrow tools. The two I didn't see in your set that I am always putting my hands on is a reciprocating saw and a portaband.

[@MsRandomfunnystuff]

i bought the m12 impact driver for small fasteners at work and i almost never touch my m18 impact i was driving 3in wood screws all day building a fence with the little m12 and its nice having that hanging off the belt vs the m18.

[@mcleodautomation]

I love my m12 compressor. My buddy bought one, tried to air up his RV tires, and it stopped working. For my car, mower, golf cart, bikes its perfect.

[@jasonstorie8740]

I’ve been an appliance installer and service tech for 30 years and I love my Milwaukee 12 V tools are use the 12 V oscillating saw the better of the two they make in the 12 V jigsaw all the time and Im crazy about them.

[@JohnSmith-gc7dp]

loved the video and i love Milwaukee fuel tools

[@coolwheelz5190]

I like my Ridgid cordless tools. Never had an issue with them and they have a lifetime warranty on the tool AND batteries! I had two batteries that were 10 years old that both died. Called them up, answered a few questions, and I had two new batteries in about 5 days. You just need to make sure you register your tools with Ridgid when you buy them to get the warranty.

[@mordecaicouch7292]

That m12 3/8 impact is definitely strong enough for automotive. I can take off pretty much anything but axle nuts. I’ve had to use it take off lug nuts in a pinch and it handles it with no problem.

[@johnd5542]

As a contractor for 20years, and have bought almost every cordless tool available, this is what I found over the years ..... Makita- Best saws and drills, run smoothly, built to last and very efficient. I use these tools the most on a daily average. The impacts, drills, multi, all circular saws (including track saw and metal cuting saws) are the best in my opinion. No other brand has been able to take the daily beat down these tools take. Down side is makita is a bit expensive compared to other similar box store platforms, and dont have too many good sales. Dewalt- best big/powerful tools like tablesaw, 12" chop, hammer drills, 9" cuttoff, chop saw, big grinders. The 60v tools are untouchable as far as power and run time. Milwaukee- Best selection of tools. Their nailers and impact wrenches are my favorite. They have a broad selection of tools. Many that others dont make, especially trade specific. They also have great deals. If I had to pick just one platform to cover everything, it would be Milwaukee. Great option for home owners.

[@0313bouchey]

I love my Milwaukee tools. The track saw is my favorite too!

[@omarsyed1980]

Thanks for the very informative video. Very good use scenarios. I have some Ryobi One+ tools from my father, but I don't use them as much. I find that I usually go to my Bosch Pro korded tools still. Been looking for a battery series to invest in for a long time. Have had good experience with Makita korded and heard a lot of good about Milwaukee korded and battery. Just have to decide which brand delivers most bang for the buck for me.

[@gg-ky6mf]

I need some tools. I’ll take any you want to get rid of. 😁

[@MistaE]

Iv got a M18 angle grinder as well and i love it best purchase i ever pulled the trigger on, it eats up batteries like crazy though

[@Hogiewan1]

I caught the intentional pro-f-u and agree. I also have had a very good experience with Milwaukee, and I have used the warranty service. God bless

[@BillMartello]

Ditto on the Track saw. The Milwaukee Track saw has taken the place of my 1980's Delta table saw on many occasions, very pleased.

[@jmackinjersey1]

You can also buy the M18 FUEL SURGE 1/4 inch impact driver. It is quite powerful, but it uses a different mechanism and is a lot quieter than the regular M18 FUEL 1/4 inch impact.

[@larryschmidt3594]

I have seen the Makita track saw but I am a Milwaukee guy and hadn't seen the track saw till you showed it. Now I need another battery tool.

[@nopenope7777]

I buy whatever is on a deep discount. Now I have an assortment of batteries and tools. Don't sleep ok SKIL, they work well.

[@user-lg1oo6ev7k]

Nice gear. Cool stuff dude.

[@erics1612]

The left coast man sure likes those wrong sided circular saws 😂

[@brycehess6708]

I can't use em lol...ive been running worm drives since 99 and I look like a green horn whenever I grab somebody else's lefty saw

[@daveshore8671]

I don’t like the blade on the inside. Bad mojo. Have to have it on the outside. (Right side)

[@ronaldpetersen255]

Good breakdown of cordless tools! You can see it in the vid, but not mentioned is regardless of tool “brand” selected, pick one platform for cordless, nothing worse than multiple brands of chargers and batteries floating around the shop!!!!!

[@joshualevy4784]

2nd on the m12 line for my light duty work... have dewalts 20v line for when I need some guts. M12 impact also comes in a hydraulic version which is much quieter and I have found doesn't need hearing protection / can be used in a clients house.

[@zachholmes7965]

I’m a cordless guy all around. I work for majority big framing company but we will do decks and window jobs here and there. I always personally use dewalt, I love them. My company uses Milwaukee, they are good too, not my favorite. But I would definitely recommend a 12amp for that cordless compressor. I have the dewalt one and it can rip through batteries sometimes.

[@orcoastgreenman]

For cutting steel, I found the thin metal diamond grit edged metal cutting wheels are fantastic. About $15 ea a few years ago, and I have cut thousands of nails, a water heater tank, and tons of other stuff, and still using the first of the three I bought. Even if $20 each now, they are worth it just in the time saved in not having to change worn abrasive discs…

[@johnsuarez1404]

I agree that a bigger tool isn't always better and I respect you so much for saying that

[@colinkulasik1128]

Im amazed by the track saws as well. I don't have the red brand myself but they're so easy and much easier to use than the standard circular saws

[@patrickavondale8653]

The innovation from Milwaukee is far superior than the other companies when it comes to proho style tools. Same with the landscaping tools. Can’t say enough good things. My favorite m12 tool is the installation drill…such an elegant tool for small assemblies and repairs

[@dan_mer]

That old cat is also cordless. I don't know if she is compatible with Milwaukee batteries, though.

[@stevensko9153]

Flex is worth looking into for anyone getting a new set of tools. They're another step up in power. A milwaukee 12v set and a flex 24v set would be perfect together.

[@grpdadgod]

Get the Surge impact driver to save your ears. So nice. Im m12 and 20v dewalt.

[@fsmoura]

Mr. W's hairpiece for the summer looking extra fluffy and luscious, for that increased sweat absorption, so you don't get distracting dripping on your eyes during intense jobs in the heat... a proho is never caught unprepared 👍

[@jeffdove6917]

I have most of those also. I have mostly Makita many of the same Milwaukee tools mostly for auto work. If I had it to do over I would go all Milwaukee, I think they are now the best.

[@JCOwens-zq6fd]

Milwaukee makes good stuff for sure. I worked at a hardware store growing up, I've used most all the big namers at one point or another & i still prefer Milwaukee. They just have rock solid perfomace & qulity for the price.

[@lucasforsythe6488]

Very nice sir.

[@TheSpoiledGoods]

I run a mid-sized Industrial Electrical Contracting business and this has been my experience with cordless tool brands: -DeWalt tools 20v Max are relatively in expensive with a wide range of tools, but ultimately we got tired of having to run them to the repair depot constantly. - Milwaukee M18 tools were great while under warranty, but started to fail very quickly shortly after the warranty expired. I’ve been told by repair shops that they are very bad for planned obsolescence. - Makita tools are very well built and last, but the platform is fairly limited in North America. It’s now what I choose for my personal fleet. - Hilti is what we now run at work. It’s very expensive, but less expensive than downtime. The Reps in our area are terrible and they charge you for freight constantly. At least the tools last so I don’t have to speak to them very often.

[@wlldwilliams454]

Recommendation Dewalt 8v gyroscope screwdriver for all your small jobs is a must.

[@jonathanbeale1594]

I love all of my M12 and I do mechanic work. The key to performance is the amp hour size. Impact M12 only use my M12 6.0 unless space is a concern. Can't beat Milwaukee!

[@richiebraz]

I'm have a good set of Makita 18v tools which I find pretty good. But I must say that those small Milwaukee M12 drills and impact drivers look really handy.