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We are in the engineering field and designing a rather unique or cutting edge pole barn. I had always planned to use 26ga PBR or the taller 1.25" rib panels. In calculations, it is determined that I can technically be just fine with the lower .75" rib material, also in 26ga. I won't go...

Here are the tools I need and would prefer options for others. Bat life, warranty, and real world proof are important. 1/2" drill with hammer action 1/4" impact driver 1/2" impact gun sawzall jig saw 4.5" grinder/cut off I also really liked the caulk gun by dewalt (never used one) but don't...

I think a lot of my debate right now is between Rigid and Dewalt. I do have Makita drill I bought specifically for a machining job. I needed a small, light, 3/8" drill. I first bought the Milwaukee and took it right back. started out at like 500 rpm. Makita is much better, lighter, etc...

I know I am pretty interested in the brushless units BUT, knowing brushless pretty well, I am a little nervous to have that extra complexity in a work tool. I guess if they will stand behind them..... I do agree that brushless is just leaps and bounds over brushed DC motors. Quiet, efficient...

I have used Dewalt for many years and have always got the job done. I am not one to abuse tools but I will run them hard. I am needing to add some pieces for my truck to work out in the field on tractors and such. I need the 4.5" grinder, sawzal, circ saw, jig saw, impact, etc. I have been...