Oscillating Multi-Tool Test in the Worksby Matthew Pioro |
Our testers Ryan Shervill and Gary Walchuk strike a pose
Here’s a sneak peek at something that will appear in an upcoming issue: a test of oscillating multi-tools. The machines getting put through their paces are the Fein Multimaster, the Bosch PS50, the Dremel Multi-Max, the Rockwell SoniCrafter and the King oscillating multi-tool. Recently, two of our testers, Ryan Shervill and Gary Walchuk, met at Ryan’s shop to see how the tools performed. Here are a few of their comments.
Ryan on changing attachments:
With the exception of the Fein, attachment changes on all the tools require the use of a hex key. The Fein features the fastest changes with its single-lever tool-less change system.
Gary on design:
My favourite tool to hold is the Bosch as the smaller barrel and lack of a power cord make it easy to manoeuvre. Also, the Bosch is one of the only tools that lends itself to two-handed use for more control.
To read the full review, look for the November issue of Canadian Home Workshop, which will be out in late October.
Gary and Ryan kick some tires
Got a Dremel MultiMax for a birthday present a couple of months ago. I find that I am using it more than I thought I would at this point, and can now see where I will use it even more when i get properly set up and doing more projects. The one thing I find with it is that it’s tricky to get a good degree of accuracy with it. I hope that will improve as I use it more.I didn’t realize that Bosch was making one and saw a Craftsman ad featuring an oscillatig tool that they are promoting. The Fein is probably the best quality tool, it is pretty pricey. My wife picked up the Dremel at CDN Tire for $84.95. for all that I probably will use it, I think it is money well spent.