HILTI THREAD - Lets see what ya got

[JimbosGarage]

I own a bunch of HILTI tools. You can see reviews on all of them on my YouTube Channel Jimbos Garage. However, I am not sure what else might be out there. I like Hilti because of their build quality and dependability. I know some people say they are still not the best, but in the US I don't know where to buy some of these other brands people mention. So for now HILTI is my choice of tool.

4 Speed Cordless Drill:

Cordless Skill Saw:

Cordless Reciprocating Saw:

Cordless Grinder/Cut Off Tool:

Cordless Roto Hammer:

These are some of what I got. If you have any suggestions of what I need next let me know.

Thanks - Jimbos Garage

 

[mobiledynamics]

Hi Jimbo -

I own their Tec 7C, DX-460 MX PAT, WSR1400 and TE 70.

I'm not vested in the cordless cause $ for $, I'd rather be vested in Milwaukee all day long..

 

[wilb1976]

I have a TE-7C, 30 and 50. I wouldn't use any other corded rotary hammer line, hands down. Not sure about there cordless line personally but I see a lot of electricians/pipefitters
the cordless rotary hammer (not sure the model anymore). Worth the extra money due to the time savings because of the tools durability, power to size and ergonomics. Great service at their Service Center also. I'm an elevator constructor and we drill tons of 5/8" x 4 1/2" to 6" anchors when we are installing the guide rails and the TE50 is the go to tool for all our crews. No other rotary hammer comes close, except for another Hilti.

 

[mobiledynamics]

I abuse my TEC7C ......chipped out 1 1/2 mud and did it without complaining...

I have to say though, for midsize, I do like my Mak AVT more...

 

[wilb1976]

Mobile, which AVT machine do you use? We have a National Acct with Makita and the rep is always willing to give us a loaner to try out their products.

 

[minimowog]

here's my only Hilti

 

[bcradio]

here's my only Hilti

That is freakin' sweet there. Love it

 

[Mark in Indiana]

No Hilti tools in the shop. But I have a cabinet to show.

 

[JimbosGarage]

wow. Still work well?

 

[Rural53]

 

[mobiledynamics]

Wil -

It's their 1 9/16 SDS on the Mak.

Back on topic re: Hilti
Most of my Hilti was when I 1st started buying tools, I was young....and had to ~have~ the best of the best. And yes, there is a certain smoothness with the WSR1400, and I'm still blown away I chipped out a 15x15 room with thinset ranging in 3/4 up to 2"+ of and the Tec7C did it was ease.

Their warranty support for the *pros in the field* is bar none impressive.

I love their firestop and fastening systems.

But, at this day and age, I don't see myself spending anywhere from 2-3X for a similar tool from other brands. I can't think of any other brands that make a nicer/comparable PAT though


Jimbo. I certainly would never invest in the cordless Hilti system.....IMO, battery systems play a huge role in deciding what brand of cordless you prefer to be...

I started with Makita, then went to Panasonic brushless for almost 6-7 years, and have switch to Milwaukee and ain't looking back...too MANY cordless tools under Milwaukee for me to consider any other brand. These are my Milwaukee stash. Fuel Impacts, Hammers, Sawzall, Grinder, Portaband, Circular Saw, Hi Torque Wrench, 1 1/8 SDS CORDLESS Rotary with Dedicated Drill Vac. Some extra odds-ends was their M18 Lantern, M12 Propex, M12 Adhesive Gun and M12 Tubular Cutter. Hilti can't compete with something comparable IMO

 

[Finky198]

sfh18 sfc18 wsr18 wsr1400 dag450 dx460 te70avr dd100 I learned about hilti working with some union guys in NYC and I was hooked and have never looked back

Sometimes I feel like so many people on here have no clue what good quailty really is
Seems like so many people just listen to their uncles brothers cousins opinion about what's the best and not the hard facts or proven industrial brands just doing some research on any tool can make it so Much more enjoyable to use in the long run

Best ice chopper on the planet

 

[strutaeng]

Hitli is top notch stuff. I don't own any of their tools. I have used various of their laser measuring devices and they are accurate and rugged!

At my office we specify a lot of their anchors and have seen concrete contractors use their hammer drills used 24 hours a day! Their SafeSet system is awesome: vacuum connected to drill leaves hole ready epoxy inject.

The people that say they are not the best must be DIY idiots.

I can only think of Festool, Metabo or Bosch having some products that might compete with Hilti. Hilti is in a class by themselves.

Personally, I would consider Milwakee, Makita, DeWalt, Rigid, etc. below Hilti.

 

[pozidriv]

here's my only Hilti

The original hammer drill!! Great!

 

[Finky198]

Had some stuff running today

Cutting some scrap and setting up the new compressor

 

[that one guy]

I know Hilti tools are premium because that's what the jewel thieves used in the London bank vault heist - Hiliti DD350

 

[kctyphoon]

hilti is obviously the best choice in power tools for insustrial/heavy commercial use.. but most people just dont need that when they dont have to worry about something falling off scaffolding or needing smerthing to literally work 7 hours a day..
before i was a lineman i use to work for a marble and granite company working in cemeteries, wrapping huge mausoleums in stone. when i stated as a helper, for months all i did was drill 1" holes in concrete ALL DAY LONG.. when i wasnt straining to hold a big hilti over my head for 3 hours at a time, theres was a milwaukee drill (that i still own) being used to drill holes into marble for copper hooks..

THANK GOD I DONT HAVE TO DO THAT **** ANYMORE - but i do think the heavy milwaukee stuff would keep up with the long work demand too...