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mcbane

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Re: 2019 New Milwaukee Products!

Whatever happened to the promised pack out mounting base? I want to be able to clip a pack out box to my ATV rack and don’t want to sacrifice a box just to make a mounting base.


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The M12 Install driver was one I was sort of expecting, as a varient is already available in Europe. I do like the M12 surge, but think I'd rather see a Gen2 M18 first. M18 has become small enough that it isn't over-sized for me

Actually disappointed by the new releases. No Packout drawer option, no Fuel multi-tool, and while a semi-niche market - no cultivator attachment (I'll have to buy the $250 Ryobi until they do).

I did like that a lot of the M18 tools had their runtime rated with a 2ah battery, rather than going with a 3.0 HO as they easily could have done. Shows they really are committed to M18 only.
 

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******* FINALLY !
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The die grinders/high speeds look great. About the only pneumatic tool I regularly use now.

The torque wrench seems kinda tacky to me, but I wouldn't buy a digital in the first place.

As for the second half, it's stuff they should have had for sometime now, and is clearly catchup: e.g. good radio, demo saw, hopefully decent nailers, router...
 

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Re: 2019 New Milwaukee Products!

Yeah, no ****. I've still got a few more Milwaukee tools I want to add to my collection and batteries to go with them. Now this thread just added a few more of both. I can't keep up. Ugh.

On a positive note, I am happy to see Milwaukee cater more towards mechanics and just not the home improvement crowd and construction/contractors.

Milwaukee has always leaned towards mechanics. :thumbup:
 

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There are a tooooon of hand tools, but I'm only familiar with their power tools. Not sure what's new and what's not. I think they have a new line of pipe wrenches?

Nice. I found the full lineup here. Looks like a lotta new safety gear... Vests & masks, I see the glasses have been posted. Some new carpentry stuff like framing squares which is more my jam.

https://www.milwaukeetool.com/Products/New-Products

I'm fairly set on power tools & went with Ryobi which has been solid for my basically home use but I've been slowly accumulating hand tools as needed. Mostly pliers & screwdrivers full sets of both...couple knives. Bought a 19oz hammer last week & love it, my new favorite bam bam!
 

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The die grinders/high speeds look great. About the only pneumatic tool I regularly use now.

The torque wrench seems kinda tacky to me, but I wouldn't buy a digital in the first place.

As for the second half, it's stuff they should have had for sometime now, and is clearly catchup: e.g. good radio, demo saw, hopefully decent nailers, router...

Pretty much all we need is an air hammer replacement now. This is some great stuff.
 

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I would of preferred if they gave the die grinders a metal head.

On hand tools all they announced was 1/2" socket sets and a couple breaker bars.


Those 90 degree die grinders look awesome! I am guessing they are variable speed

They should make the long neck in the brushed version, fuel version head to me is bulky

It is variable speed. The RPM signs with their own tool in front fooled me into thinking they had multiple versions but its actually 1 tool and that's each of the 4 modes.
 
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I'm interested in the portable pipe threader and the M12 4 in 1 tool, maybe the worm drive.

If the pipe threader uses common dies, and is available tool only...
 
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I dont understand the appeal of the 4-1 M12. Is it to have 1 tool instead of having to buy all 4? Also what is the 4th attachment, the weird looking one, the other 3 are RA, Chuck, Hex.
 

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I dont understand the appeal of the 4-1 M12. Is it to have 1 tool instead of having to buy all 4? Also what is the 4th attachment, the weird looking one, the other 3 are RA, Chuck, Hex.

Yeah they're all happy on that in EU but I don't get it.

To me it's no different than owning a single angle grinder and constantly swapping from grinding disc to sanding pad to cut off wheel to ScotchBrite backer. This is why I own at least a dozen grinders and have 5 at my primary fab station, each ready to go with a different consumable

I can see the appeal for the soccer dad in suburbia who hangs a picture twice a year....
 

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They should have made the long neck ratchet in the brushed version, that way it would have a slim head like SO
 

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Yeah I know many people with tons of grinders because swapping wheels is a hassle and waste of time.

I usually think about things in what will go wrong scenario. Sure if one head has an issue, then buying a new head for say $50 is cheaper than buying a new tool, but will the heads be sold seperately? Also what if the main tool body breaks, if they dont sell that then you have 4 useless heads when you have to buy the whole kit over again.

If it was something they were going to make like 10+ heads for then maybe.

Pricing is going to be interesting, I can't see the whole 4-1 kit without batteries being less than $250, I'm thinking $279, with 2 compact batteries the whole kit is going to be $400 maybe.

The new M12 combo kit with the surge cant really be $299 as on many sites, thats $70 more than the hex impact combo kit, and the surge is only $30 more than the hex impact.

Yeah they're all happy on that in EU but I don't get it.

To me it's no different than owning a single angle grinder and constantly swapping from grinding disc to sanding pad to cut off wheel to ScotchBrite backer. This is why I own at least a dozen grinders and have 5 at my primary fab station, each ready to go with a different consumable

I can see the appeal for the soccer dad in suburbia who hangs a picture twice a year....
 

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It's the only 14.4 tool I own other than a light. (3/8 long neck) I'm not sure how well the Milwaukee will sell with the head of the tool being that big. :(

Really disappointed with the neck size on these extended ratchets.

I use my non fuel 3/8 way more than the fuel one just because of size.
 
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I'm interested in the drill/driver with different heads. You can store a dozen grinders when you're in your shop, but if you ever do field work, I'm doubting you will want to carry 50+lbs of grinders. I think this is a perfect power tool for electricians.


I'm curious to see how it stacks up against the current m12 right angle drill, as drilling/driving between rafters is a huge plus for this tool.
 

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It's the only 14.4 tool I own other than a light. (3/8 long neck) I'm not sure how well the Milwaukee will sell with the head of the tool being that big. :(

I am slowly swapping out the core M12 stuff to Snap On 14.4, the tools are more refined and more powerful. Everything about them feels good to my hands, the fuel M12 tools are really nice and the price is right, but I am willing to spend the extra money on certain things. I now own the 14.4 Snap On drill, 3/8" impact, and 1/4 and 3/8 ratchets in both short and long necks. This being said, I am not giving up on Milwaukee and will continue to use and buy their tools, I am not convinced there is ANY advantage to Snap On's 18 volt line of tools (other than the fact you can buy green ones).
 

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Pricing is going to be interesting, I can't see the whole 4-1 kit without batteries being less than $250, I'm thinking $279, with 2 compact batteries the whole kit is going to be $400 maybe.

The Bosch version is $159 on amazon so I can't see milwaukee selling many at a $400 price point.

I'm interested in the drill/driver with different heads. You can store a dozen grinders when you're in your shop, but if you ever do field work, I'm doubting you will want to carry 50+lbs of grinders. I think this is a perfect power tool for electricians.

I'm curious to see how it stacks up against the current m12 right angle drill, as drilling/driving between rafters is a huge plus for this tool.

Comparing the M12 RA against the Bosch 4 in 1 the Bosch has a 2 speed gearbox which gives it half the speed and double the torque on low. I figure that'll be a significant advantage for running holesaws and drilling metal.
 

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Since it is a Fuel tool, no way its going to be anywhere near the price of the Bosch. $200-275 for the tool only with the 4 heads and $300-400 as a kit depending on the batteries, seems pretty much in line with Milwaukees pricing. Plus the Bosch isn't brushless.

The Bosch version is $159 on amazon so I can't see milwaukee selling many at a $400 price point.



Comparing the M12 RA against the Bosch 4 in 1 the Bosch has a 2 speed gearbox which gives it half the speed and double the torque on low. I figure that'll be a significant advantage for running holesaws and drilling metal.
 
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Since it is a Fuel tool, no way its going to be anywhere near the price of the Bosch. $200-275 for the tool only with the 4 heads and $300-400 as a kit depending on the batteries, seems pretty much in line with Milwaukees pricing. Plus the Bosch isn't brushless.

In a live stream, Milwaukee dude said $229 for kit, $179 tool only with 4 heads. Sept. release
 

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I'm interested in the drill/driver with different heads. You can store a dozen grinders when you're in your shop, but if you ever do field work, I'm doubting you will want to carry 50+lbs of grinders. I think this is a perfect power tool for electricians.


I'm curious to see how it stacks up against the current m12 right angle drill, as drilling/driving between rafters is a huge plus for this tool.

So what's a real-world application look like for an electrician? I'm asking....
 

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I think the 1/4 is good. The head is big because of 5 year warranty vs 1.

Which is quite the selling point fortunately or unfortunately. The guys here are trying to jump off of the Snap on cordless platform. First it was the impacts being very poor performers, then it was the ratchets breaking just outside of the warranty window. With Milwaukees new long reach ones maybe they'll finally be able to pull the trigger and switch.
 
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I am slowly swapping out the core M12 stuff to Snap On 14.4, the tools are more refined and more powerful. Everything about them feels good to my hands, the fuel M12 tools are really nice and the price is right, but I am willing to spend the extra money on certain things. I now own the 14.4 Snap On drill, 3/8" impact, and 1/4 and 3/8 ratchets in both short and long necks. This being said, I am not giving up on Milwaukee and will continue to use and buy their tools, I am not convinced there is ANY advantage to Snap On's 18 volt line of tools (other than the fact you can buy green ones).


The Snap On long neck ratchets are a gateway drug. Haha

How are you liking the SO 3/8 vs the Milwaukee Stubby 3/8?
 

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What's the big deal? They won't be anything special

The big deal is i WANTED them. Simple as that.

I’d rather buy a Milwaukee branded version over the Dewalt which i currently do.

Some of them have removable inner gaskets, to help prevent dust from entering under or around the lens - which anyone whos worked outside in the wind can appreciate esp when having to create sawdust. I once had some fine sawdust blow off my hoodie, around my glasses and into my eye. Its was hours of agony after that when it was stuck under my eyelid.

They are all anti-fog - with the higher model being more anti fog according to the demo. If you’ve ever worked outside in winter in very cold weather - its almost impossible to wear a balaclava with your nose and mouth covered, AND wear safety glasses cause they immediately fog up.

But MOST importantly - they say “MILWAUKEE” on them, and I’d buy it for the same reason people buy shirts and hats with their brand of choice.

They will be available in July I’m told, for anyone else interested.. i didnt see a release date mentioned on the demo’s - so I asked one of the posters on YouTube.
 
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Re: 2019 New Milwaukee Products!

Whatever happened to the promised pack out mounting base? I want to be able to clip a pack out box to my ATV rack and don’t want to sacrifice a box just to make a mounting base.


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