recommended dremel

The only one tool of this kind that really lasts is a Foredom and its only availabe corded and its expensive. It uses a flex shaft and a tool holder so its a little less convienent to use. Plenty of torque, power and rpm for whatever. I bought one to use one as in gunsmithing - does all teh stock work to get ready for bedding actions and all polishing chores. Use it for heavy duty rc chores. Been using mine for over 20yrs.

Drawback - its expensive and the flex cable need routine maintenance.

http://www.gravescompany.com/foredom.htm

[whitrzac]

Originally Posted by Duster_360

The only one tool of this kind that really lasts is a Foredom and its only availabe corded and its expensive. It uses a flex shaft and a tool holder so its a little less convienent to use. Plenty of torque, power and rpm for whatever. I bought one to use one as in gunsmithing - does all teh stock work to get ready for bedding actions and all polishing chores. Use it for heavy duty rc chores. Been using mine for over 20yrs.

Drawback - its expensive and the flex cable need routine maintenance.

http://www.gravescompany.com/foredom.htm

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[JERRY2KONE]

WOW that is a nice tool. Yea it is a bit expensive for a Dremel replacement, but it looks well worth the extra cash considering that it will probably be the last one that you will ever buy. I also like the attachments that you can get for it including the stand that makes it a drill press. That is very cool. I am sure now that I have seen this tool that I will get one once money is available. Thanks for the link.

When my Dad passed away 5yrs yrs ago, I got his Dremel he'd been given for a Dad's Day some years back. He was mostly into ham radio and hunting, so I don't know how much he actually used it. It has served me well and I guess doing the really heavy stuff with my Foredom has agreed with it since its still kicking.

Sure hope I just didn't jinx myself, lol, I'd hate to lose it!

BrianG - excellent point, but one that escapes too many....