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E asked in Home & GardenDo It Yourself (DIY) · 7 years ago

Good alternative to the Fein multipurpose tool?

I use my tools as a handyman doing light repairs. Can't justify the expense of the Fein product. Quick change blades would be a plus. I know many tool companies sell them and even Harbor Freight has a version. Am not a Harbor Freight fan but won't rule it out. Any suggestions from the dozen or so brands out there including blades that are reasonably priced? For example, my next project is installing vinyl replacement windows. The openings have raised wood trim which I must cut down flush with the stucco. Seems like the perfect job for a multi-tool. Yes?

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  • 7 years ago
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    I felt the same way so I bought a Dremel multi tool. It does pretty good, but the Fein has a lot more power and will do the work in a lot less time.

    http://www.dremel.com/en-us/tools/pages/categorypr...

  • Anonymous
    7 years ago

    fein was a little steep for my budget too

    I bought one on sale for 100 bucks and can't say I have had any trouble with it, came with a case and an assortment of blades along with the detail sander attachment although I have only used it as a saw

    the blades can be a bit costly so try to avoid hitting nails as that will knock the teeth off the blade

    stay away from the battery powered ones, they just don't have the power the corded ones do

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