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Don't bother with the Rikon mini sander, they have been out of stock since you posted your video. I ordered one and then a week later they refunded my money because they told me they didn't know when it will be in stock again.
I've been using the Milwaukee M12 platform for 15+ years and I still think it has the best bang for the buck. I have an 18V Makita drill/driver which I rarely use. I am 70 years old, light weight and physical size make a difference. I am not thrilled about Milwaukee phasing out the M12 drill/drivers for hammer drills. I have only needed a hammer drill once or twice in the last 50+ years. In those cases a concrete bit was good enough. I do have a few star drills in the tool box. Bottom line the additional weight and size is more important. Another pet peeve is Milwaukee going to 1/2" chucks on their M12 drills. When was the last time you used a 1/2" drill bit? All of the drill bits I have that are bigger than 3/8" in diameter have the shanks reduced to a nominal 3/8". Oh, I forgot the subject matter of the video. After the end of my wife's moratorium on tool buying, I'll be adding the sander to my wish list.
As soon as I saw this on the Belts and Boxes video of the Milwaukee expo and how it didn't shred the paper to sand on a hard hickory edge, I was looking for its release date for months. I use it almost exclusively for contour sanding. Where I was using a surf prep with a medium pad before, that lad would split pretty soon and the grit would wear off and grind into my pieces, because that sander really isn't made for that. I make a lot of frameless cabinets and the main thing I use this for is softening and blending the sharp edges of the edgebanding. It gets used for so many little quick edge softening tasks because the paper is so robust and doesn't shred like other pads, or make the edge uneven (and also shred) like a random orbit sander
I really like your content, great vid as usual! BUT! ...I kinda think you should be the one ashamed for putting up such clickbaity titles for the almighty algorythm ;-)
I bought this m12 sander. It was very comfortable to use and had decent power. But it was very hard to control 1 handed seemed like I couldn’t keep it flat without putting 2 hand on which for this shouldn’t be necessary. But it did well just wasn’t for me so Home Depot got er back
I got that M12 sander a couple months ago and I do like it. The little thing sands like mad. The only problem, for now, is up here in the Great White North it can be a bit difficult to find the sanding sheets but they are starting to show up in stores. I am having trouble finding 220 grit so it looks like I'll have to cut my own. No problem. Btw, thank you for the Bible quote. Nothing's more important than the Word.
I really dislike how so many people are using these leading and baiting headlines... but.... I like how you did it, because I think it was pretty obvious what you were doing and that this would be an endorsement for this tool... fine line, but I think you walked it!
I have a little Black and Decker "mouse" sander from like 20 years ago. Still use it. It's got that same shape/concept with the point at the end. It's great. I swear it beats out the Craftsman orbital I got just recently. It's not quite as small as that one you showed, but it's still extremely handy and does a great job.
Lol, I have the same sander as well. Black and Decker tools are underrated especially for the diy type guys! I also have a porter cable multi tool it has a sanding attachment as well. Have not used it yet but it looks very functional. The multi tool is a little heavy. It might not be the most ergonomic option!
@@ChrisBranleh not mine! lol. I think i got the first model. I remember shortly after getting one they came out with a new, and what looked to be, much more improved one. Needless to say they've changed a lot over the years. I'm sure mine pales in comparison to the modern ones, but it works just fine.
Just a thought on dust collection. Just turn on your vacuum and lay the nozzle next to your work area. It might not be perfect but it’s an option. That an a respirator would be perfect. Milwaukee tools would be a great platform.
Dust collection/extraction is critical when sanding. Sanding dust is the perfect size to get into and stay in the lungs. Some of exotics are toxic and even some domestics are irritants. If a sander doesn't have dust extraction, use a down-draft table. I really is critical for your health.
You must have run out of people to gift you Festool. They make a very nice detail sander WITH dust collection. My real beef with the Milwaukee 12v system is how large in diameter the grip is because the battery is inside of it. My hands just don’t fit around it well enough to grip the tool well. And finally and I know you are just not listening but quoting the Bible during a woodworking video is totally out of line. If you want to evangelize, then start another channel for that purpose and advertise it that way. Don’t click bait people into watching a video about woodworking and then pop them with a bible verse before they even realize it just happen. Back to square one it seems. Bye bye.
Wow you do live up to your username don't you. 🤣 Out of line? I don't see it that way. I believe in Matthew 5:14-16. 14 “You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. 15 Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. 16 In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven." So you see Grumpy, I will not hide my lamp. I can't. I love you too much to do that.
Hi, I unsubed. In addition to the clickbait issue, I try to limit myself to only 1 hr a day enhancing my wood working skills online. It can be such a rabbit hole. I can’t justify spending 20 of that with the Fuller Brush guy. You and your wife are great people! But, I think you have lost your balance. I will check in periodically to see if that changes. Best of luck.
I sW you review this before Christmas and I was very interested but the price kept me away. I went into the orange box store right before New Years and saw they discounted it to $129.95 and right I to my cart. I already had the M12 ratchet with charger and 2 batteries, never too many I say.
Frankly, if it’s designed for such light work that dust isn’t an issue…yea, do it by hand and spend the money on paper. Can’t get excited about this one…not if I’m buying one!
I think the Rikon is a great little sander for $100. It removes material faster than this little M12. But this one just gets into corners much better due to the shape of the sanding head. And with the Rikon, as far as I know, that's the only tool they have with that battery. With the M12 sander, if you decided to add another Milwaukee M12 tool later, at least your batteries would interchange.
Guys! I need a sander. I have all the ryobi tools, so I’ve been using the ryobi circular sander on all my projects. The noise.. the vibration, the weight.. it’s killing my joints. I’m not gonna be able to woodwork very long with this thing. Any suggestions?
I love your tool review and comparison videos. However, I don't appreciate you pushing your religious beliefs, whether a blatant scripture quote or the subtle messages on your t-shirt or products. Time and place, time and place.
I purchased the sander shortly after your earlier video, as I already had M12 system had to buy the drill and impact driver kit after leaving my M18 set at the other house (we’re moving) found them to be light and enough power for most tasks
Wrong. I talked briefly about this sander in my top tools or 2022 video. But I’ve not done a full review video after having used it for a while, until now.
Okay…the guy who found a deal for 99, had my hopes falsely inflated! Checked HD…180!!! Still pricy but, it is a kit so it’s kind of a wash as it relates to Milwaukee. For what it’s designed for…I’m still sticking to hand…until I’m too old and rich and THEN I’ll buy one!😊👊🏻
@731 Woodworks awesome, thanks for your service!! I was in law enforcement for 11 years. I really enjoy woodworking. I'm hoping someday it can be a full time gig. Thanks for all the great videos.
Those tools is cheap as hell compared to labor hours saved. Also, just cut hook and loop sand paper to the shape and save ordering specialty paper. I'm a finish carpenter as well as wood worker and love this thing
the only battery tools I have are a pair of craftsman 19.2 drills straight and right angle... been waiting to pull the trigger on another battery system to get an impact driver and small circular saw.... this may be the system... besides I grew up in Milwaukee, (moved to Texas in 1971) yeah, I'm an old F@rt... 73......
Hey hey from iowaaaaay! If you’re interested in dewalt, I was at Lowe’s and Home Depot yesterday, so I don’t remember which one it was but they’re running a buy two powerstaack batteries get a free bare tool. It didn’t come with a charging station though.
I'll just wait and see if Bosch comes up with something similar for their 12V range. Until then, I'll stick with my 18V Bosch OT with the delta attachment and dust extraction adapter...
Black and Decker invented this type "Mouse" sander like 100yrs ago, no battery required and only $15. 1 out of 100 woodworkers buy the Milwaukee platform, if you are the one then get it. Love the channel though.
I regret not pulling the trigger on the Rikon at the Dec 2022 price and the M12 Detailer was too high for me to consider. But last month HD decided to clear these out and my nearby store had these on the clearance shelf for $89 (along with a couple other M12 tool items), so that was a no-brainer for purchase after remembering your fantastic review.
I got a milwaukee impact and ratchet purely by accident! They use the m12 batteries honestly absolutely awesome tools. I'm really considering the sander. But even having the battery plate from the cost is just to outrageous! I say this to anyone considering it. Unless you doing hours of sanding a day or even a week your money is best spent on a regular sander and you can hand sandcthe finer parts .
Matt, great video and great info on the Milwaukee sander!! Hey, start using and putting up a Bible verse at the end or beginning of all your videos brother!! Have a blessed, great week!!
Yeah, I've been looking at that since you showed it. Was really, really not looking to get into another battery line, but that sander looks amazing. Would have come in really handy for my last project and I wish I already had it.
It's really hard to buy into a new platform. I resisted for a very long time. I think it's worth considering a new platform when they have tools the others don't (like this sander) or they have an extensive library of tools like DeWALT or Ryobi. That's one thing I think Ridgid lacks is all the "extras" of a lot of the other companies.
Definitely looks like a handy little tool! And thank you for putting Isaiah 6:8 in there! I believe God has placed you in the position you have for His work & His glory, and you are obediently multiplying what He gives you! Almost 400k subscribers and still not afraid to talk about God on TH-cam... I love it! Thank you for your example, keep it up brother!
I see more and more 12v power tools, for home, work, hobbies. Milwaukee, Bosch, Rigid, DeWalt. When it comes to woodworking with smaller projects that are really a little small for an 18v tool, Milwaukee seems to be leading the charge....get it? 12v,.18v,. Power tools.? "Leading the charge" ... That's best Dad joke of the day.🤠😎
I bought one based on your recommendation and I gotta say this thing is AWESOME! I plan on leaving it out near my bench because I can see me grabbing this thing all the time. It feels great in the hand, lightweight, balanced, and compact. And I have mainly black and yellow tools.
I love your videos and enjoy each one. Great job. Question: I have been looking on the Amazon and Home Depot web sites before I buy this, hwoever I am not been able to find the sanding sheets that fits this. Are the they strickly made and sold only by Milwaukee? Or is there another place they can be purchased without paying an arm and leg or having to cut your own? Thoughts?
They are pricey for what they are. Unfortunately I think only Milwaukee makes this specific shape. Try either ToolNut or Ohio Power Tool to see if either has them cheaper.
After sending you my question, I found that Home Depot "did" sell these. And yes, they are a little (a lot) on the expensive side: 12 pack for $12.97. Oh well, I guess buying more of these will help stimulate the economy. 🥴 Thanks again
Who else has something like this? I use a lot of Milwaukee tools when working reno, but if I'm being honest, I can't stand the M12 platform - the ergonomics of every tool are just "ugh" for me.
@731 Woodworks you also use to have more projects. Such as the farmhouse tables, end tables, stove covers, your workbench, etc. Now, it seems to just be pushing products from different manufacturers. It's become more tool reviews and hardly any projects. To me, you have transitioned from a woodworking channel to a review channel.
@David Corliss well I think they are great people, but they have lost their way currently. They use to care about woodworking and teaching. Now, it seems it's all about the money. Besides, reviews of tools you haven't used for a length of time are useless.
I had to repaint some internal trim, so I picked up the Milwaukee orbital, quarter sheet, and detail sanders. They're all great imho. Now I need an excuse to get the belt sander lol.
I’ve given up trying to stick to one battery platform. I started with Dewalt, which was good for a beginner for all the basic tools. I then got a deal of a Riyobi pin nailer on sale, which has been great. The Festool cordless 55 track saw was next: no regrets. I recently got the Bosch small compact drill and love it. At this point, what’s one more battery platform? Edited to say the sander is great but the original battery was awful and overheated quickly and then shut down. Milwaukee must known because it came out with an improved battery (more $) that doesn’t overheat as easily.
Wow! Milwaukee selling something in a kit and you don’t have to refinance your home to get one!! Perhaps ryobi and harbor freight line have Milwaukee rethinking their greed pricing.
I have had my eye on the Skill 12 volt line. This really caught my eye, SKIL PWR CORE Compact 12-Volt Brushless Cordless Detail Sander with Dust Management (Battery Included) Item #5041695 Model #SR6608A-10 Lowes has the kit for $99. Another reason why I have been looking at Skill is because their tools are made by the same manufacturer as Flex, and I love Flex tools. I was told by a Flex rep that they are not planning on releasing a 12 volt line because they are using Skil for that. They want to keep Flex a 24 volt line exclusively.
Looks like a great tool. Even though I have the Festool RO 90. It's much heavier and not cordless. Might have to pick one up. But, what was with that headline?
I love milwaukee but I run 18 volt. I don't really want to invest in 12volt. Typically it's a matter of time before they will make this in 18volt. Better yet maybe milwaukee will develope a way to run either 12 or 18 on the same tool
@@731Woodworks I do. I use it for work. Did a review on it already. But I'd like to get your perspective as more of a wood worker than as printer repair guy
I would love to get this but here in Canada it’s 230ish tax in tool only, going to wait until I can get a used one for 100ish or wait for a good sale on it
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only if the m12 battery's lasted longer i have 10 of them and 3 still charge 2 of them lasted 2 months
Don't bother with the Rikon mini sander, they have been out of stock since you posted your video. I ordered one and then a week later they refunded my money because they told me they didn't know when it will be in stock again.
Thank you so much for quoting the Bible!
I love how quite, light and fast it is. Super useful for all sorts of small projects
The 731 Woodworks guy is top 10 person on the internet. Fantastic in so many ways!
I've been using the Milwaukee M12 platform for 15+ years and I still think it has the best bang for the buck. I have an 18V Makita drill/driver which I rarely use. I am 70 years old, light weight and physical size make a difference.
I am not thrilled about Milwaukee phasing out the M12 drill/drivers for hammer drills. I have only needed a hammer drill once or twice in the last 50+ years. In those cases a concrete bit was good enough. I do have a few star drills in the tool box. Bottom line the additional weight and size is more important.
Another pet peeve is Milwaukee going to 1/2" chucks on their M12 drills. When was the last time you used a 1/2" drill bit? All of the drill bits I have that are bigger than 3/8" in diameter have the shanks reduced to a nominal 3/8".
Oh, I forgot the subject matter of the video. After the end of my wife's moratorium on tool buying, I'll be adding the sander to my wish list.
I have one, and it is a must have for smaller pieces, love mine, worth every penny!
As soon as I saw this on the Belts and Boxes video of the Milwaukee expo and how it didn't shred the paper to sand on a hard hickory edge, I was looking for its release date for months. I use it almost exclusively for contour sanding. Where I was using a surf prep with a medium pad before, that lad would split pretty soon and the grit would wear off and grind into my pieces, because that sander really isn't made for that. I make a lot of frameless cabinets and the main thing I use this for is softening and blending the sharp edges of the edgebanding. It gets used for so many little quick edge softening tasks because the paper is so robust and doesn't shred like other pads, or make the edge uneven (and also shred) like a random orbit sander
I have that sander but haven’t had the opportunity to use it yet. I’m looking forward to that opportunity. 😃
I really like your content, great vid as usual! BUT! ...I kinda think you should be the one ashamed for putting up such clickbaity titles for the almighty algorythm ;-)
Game changing sander. Awesome tool
I bought this m12 sander. It was very comfortable to use and had decent power. But it was very hard to control 1 handed seemed like I couldn’t keep it flat without putting 2 hand on which for this shouldn’t be necessary. But it did well just wasn’t for me so Home Depot got er back
“Here am I, send me.” made me uproot my family and move to rural Alaska. Totally worth it.
Nice click bait!
Team Milwaukee. All. The. Way.
I was lucky to find this kit for $99 on clearance a few weeks ago. Great tool.
NICE!
I picked up last weekend too for $99.99. This is a great little sander!
Thanks to your post I checked a couple of my local Home Depot’s and got the same deal! Thanks!
OMG I wish I could find the kit for that price 😢
$187 without the batt here in Aus. nice get
I got that M12 sander a couple months ago and I do like it. The little thing sands like mad. The only problem, for now, is up here in the Great White North it can be a bit difficult to find the sanding sheets but they are starting to show up in stores. I am having trouble finding 220 grit so it looks like I'll have to cut my own. No problem.
Btw, thank you for the Bible quote. Nothing's more important than the Word.
Build something
I agree. All these so-called woodworking channels don't build things. How would they know how tools work that they haven't built with.
You build something
No dust collection for this tool? Sounds like a great opportunity to build a downdraft table.
Great review
Tired of the click bait titles...
I really dislike how so many people are using these leading and baiting headlines... but.... I like how you did it, because I think it was pretty obvious what you were doing and that this would be an endorsement for this tool... fine line, but I think you walked it!
I want one...
I have a little Black and Decker "mouse" sander from like 20 years ago. Still use it. It's got that same shape/concept with the point at the end. It's great. I swear it beats out the Craftsman orbital I got just recently. It's not quite as small as that one you showed, but it's still extremely handy and does a great job.
Lol, I have the same sander as well. Black and Decker tools are underrated especially for the diy type guys!
I also have a porter cable multi tool it has a sanding attachment as well. Have not used it yet but it looks very functional. The multi tool is a little heavy. It might not be the most ergonomic option!
This is why I had a hard time really appreciating this m12. The b&d also has dust collection.
@@ChrisBranleh not mine! lol. I think i got the first model. I remember shortly after getting one they came out with a new, and what looked to be, much more improved one. Needless to say they've changed a lot over the years. I'm sure mine pales in comparison to the modern ones, but it works just fine.
Such a great informative video up until the point of quoting the bible shit
I wonder how this compares to the m12 oscillating tool with a sanding pad 🤔
He shows the difference. The oscillating tool is very loud (I have it) and goes back and forth with no orbital motion.
How does this compare to the Mirka DEOS Delta 663cv?
Just a thought on dust collection. Just turn on your vacuum and lay the nozzle next to your work area. It might not be perfect but it’s an option. That an a respirator would be perfect.
Milwaukee tools would be a great platform.
Dust collection/extraction is critical when sanding. Sanding dust is the perfect size to get into and stay in the lungs. Some of exotics are toxic and even some domestics are irritants. If a sander doesn't have dust extraction, use a down-draft table. I really is critical for your health.
You must have run out of people to gift you Festool. They make a very nice detail sander WITH dust collection. My real beef with the Milwaukee 12v system is how large in diameter the grip is because the battery is inside of it. My hands just don’t fit around it well enough to grip the tool well. And finally and I know you are just not listening but quoting the Bible during a woodworking video is totally out of line. If you want to evangelize, then start another channel for that purpose and advertise it that way. Don’t click bait people into watching a video about woodworking and then pop them with a bible verse before they even realize it just happen. Back to square one it seems. Bye bye.
Wow you do live up to your username don't you. 🤣 Out of line? I don't see it that way. I believe in Matthew 5:14-16. 14 “You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. 15 Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. 16 In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven." So you see Grumpy, I will not hide my lamp. I can't. I love you too much to do that.
I Found the Kit on Sale at Home Depot for $99 after the holidays this was definitely a great addition to my Shop!
Hi, I unsubed. In addition to the clickbait issue, I try to limit myself to only 1 hr a day enhancing my wood working skills online. It can be such a rabbit hole. I can’t justify spending 20 of that with the Fuller Brush guy. You and your wife are great people! But, I think you have lost your balance. I will check in periodically to see if that changes. Best of luck.
Bro noone asked
Yeah you’re on your own bud. This comment was way out of pocket and unneeded lol.
I sW you review this before Christmas and I was very interested but the price kept me away. I went into the orange box store right before New Years and saw they discounted it to $129.95 and right I to my cart. I already had the M12 ratchet with charger and 2 batteries, never too many I say.
Frankly, if it’s designed for such light work that dust isn’t an issue…yea, do it by hand and spend the money on paper. Can’t get excited about this one…not if I’m buying one!
Team red is an addiction. Be careful friend.
I have yet to find a corner sander that doesn't totally wear off the paper and the pad after 30 seconds. I like my Rotex 90 I'll stick with that
So would you recommend it over the Rikon? That 5 year warranty is looking pretty nice!!
I think the Rikon is a great little sander for $100. It removes material faster than this little M12. But this one just gets into corners much better due to the shape of the sanding head. And with the Rikon, as far as I know, that's the only tool they have with that battery. With the M12 sander, if you decided to add another Milwaukee M12 tool later, at least your batteries would interchange.
@@731Woodworks that’s a good point! I’ll probably never buy another battery powered Rikon tool
Guys! I need a sander. I have all the ryobi tools, so I’ve been using the ryobi circular sander on all my projects. The noise.. the vibration, the weight.. it’s killing my joints. I’m not gonna be able to woodwork very long with this thing. Any suggestions?
I love your tool review and comparison videos. However, I don't appreciate you pushing your religious beliefs, whether a blatant scripture quote or the subtle messages on your t-shirt or products. Time and place, time and place.
Humble yourself, turn to Jesus and repent, my friend. He loves you.
,a cool video keep up the great content.. Thank you……
Thanks for watching!
@@731Woodworks Thank you very mutch... have a nice Weekend.... see you….
I purchased the sander shortly after your earlier video, as I already had M12 system had to buy the drill and impact driver kit after leaving my M18 set at the other house (we’re moving) found them to be light and enough power for most tasks
I've already seen this video, like a month ago, why are you wasting my time and saying that you just released this video 1 day ago?
Wrong. I talked briefly about this sander in my top tools or 2022 video. But I’ve not done a full review video after having used it for a while, until now.
Channel turned into 731 Tool review.
FYI channel has always had tool reviews. 🤷🏻♂
I do appreciate the video, but that clickbait title is cring af.
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Okay…the guy who found a deal for 99, had my hopes falsely inflated! Checked HD…180!!! Still pricy but, it is a kit so it’s kind of a wash as it relates to Milwaukee. For what it’s designed for…I’m still sticking to hand…until I’m too old and rich and THEN I’ll buy one!😊👊🏻
I like it! I was wondering what the advantage was over the multitool. I’m glad you explained it.
Glad it was helpful!
Always like your reviews.
I've been watching your videos for a while now and I gotta ask, what's with the handcuffs?
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@731 Woodworks awesome, thanks for your service!! I was in law enforcement for 11 years. I really enjoy woodworking. I'm hoping someday it can be a full time gig. Thanks for all the great videos.
Switching gears for a bit, y’all get your power back ok w/ minimal losses?
yes we did. Thanks
Those tools is cheap as hell compared to labor hours saved. Also, just cut hook and loop sand paper to the shape and save ordering specialty paper. I'm a finish carpenter as well as wood worker and love this thing
Most home depots have this kit for $129 right now! Another great episode buddy! Thanks!
the only battery tools I have are a pair of craftsman 19.2 drills straight and right angle... been waiting to pull the trigger on another battery system to get an impact driver and small circular saw.... this may be the system... besides I grew up in Milwaukee, (moved to Texas in 1971) yeah, I'm an old F@rt... 73......
Milwaukee makes some great tools. I just started buying them a few months ago but so far I like what I have purchased.
Hey hey from iowaaaaay! If you’re interested in dewalt, I was at Lowe’s and Home Depot yesterday, so I don’t remember which one it was but they’re running a buy two powerstaack batteries get a free bare tool. It didn’t come with a charging station though.
I'll just wait and see if Bosch comes up with something similar for their 12V range. Until then, I'll stick with my 18V Bosch OT with the delta attachment and dust extraction adapter...
Black and Decker invented this type "Mouse" sander like 100yrs ago, no battery required and only $15. 1 out of 100 woodworkers buy the Milwaukee platform, if you are the one then get it. Love the channel though.
What's the best variable speed orbital mini sander for convex curvatures? Would this tool work using the thick softpad? Thanks
New sub from a fellow arkansan. Great review. Or course I watched it after I purchased the orbital. Wish I got this instead.
Once again, so timely. Next on my list after I get the domino. It never ends I'm realizing
I regret not pulling the trigger on the Rikon at the Dec 2022 price and the M12 Detailer was too high for me to consider. But last month HD decided to clear these out and my nearby store had these on the clearance shelf for $89 (along with a couple other M12 tool items), so that was a no-brainer for purchase after remembering your fantastic review.
Update: August 19: Acme Tools has this on sale right now for just over $119!!!!
I got a milwaukee impact and ratchet purely by accident! They use the m12 batteries honestly absolutely awesome tools. I'm really considering the sander. But even having the battery plate from the cost is just to outrageous! I say this to anyone considering it. Unless you doing hours of sanding a day or even a week your money is best spent on a regular sander and you can hand sandcthe finer parts .
Matt, great video and great info on the Milwaukee sander!! Hey, start using and putting up a Bible verse at the end or beginning of all your videos brother!! Have a blessed, great week!!
Great video on the Milwaukee Sander!
Well done!
Yeah, I've been looking at that since you showed it. Was really, really not looking to get into another battery line, but that sander looks amazing. Would have come in really handy for my last project and I wish I already had it.
It's really hard to buy into a new platform. I resisted for a very long time. I think it's worth considering a new platform when they have tools the others don't (like this sander) or they have an extensive library of tools like DeWALT or Ryobi. That's one thing I think Ridgid lacks is all the "extras" of a lot of the other companies.
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@@731Woodworks based on your review I got the 3M Xtract, question do I need a pad protector? Is where do I get one and what is the part number?
You could always get the attachment for any multitool
occilating saw
Definitely looks like a handy little tool!
And thank you for putting Isaiah 6:8 in there! I believe God has placed you in the position you have for His work & His glory, and you are obediently multiplying what He gives you! Almost 400k subscribers and still not afraid to talk about God on TH-cam... I love it! Thank you for your example, keep it up brother!
Thank you Hugh! I always appreciate you and you supporting the channel!
it's orbital but not random orbital, so you're still going to get repeated scratch patterns and will need to go side to side, top to back etc..
This vs the new m12 random orbit sander. Would love to see a comparison video.
This Milwaukee is on the list of wants for sure and has been since started seeing you use it.
I have learned that Milwaukee cordless fuel are hands down the best tools for people who use them all day everyday
DeWalt grips are more ergonomic and comfortable, important for all day use.
Has anyone tried using sanding pads designed for oscillating tools with this?
how do you change the battery??
I see more and more 12v power tools, for home, work, hobbies. Milwaukee, Bosch, Rigid, DeWalt. When it comes to woodworking with smaller projects that are really a little small for an 18v tool, Milwaukee seems to be leading the charge....get it? 12v,.18v,. Power tools.? "Leading the charge" ... That's best Dad joke of the day.🤠😎
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You can buy sheets of Diablo net sand paper, and cut out your own out of it in a pinch.
it looks like in the future it could have different shaped heads.
I bought one based on your recommendation and I gotta say this thing is AWESOME! I plan on leaving it out near my bench because I can see me grabbing this thing all the time. It feels great in the hand, lightweight, balanced, and compact. And I have mainly black and yellow tools.
I love your videos and enjoy each one. Great job. Question: I have been looking on the Amazon and Home Depot web sites before I buy this, hwoever I am not been able to find the sanding sheets that fits this. Are the they strickly made and sold only by Milwaukee? Or is there another place they can be purchased without paying an arm and leg or having to cut your own? Thoughts?
They are pricey for what they are. Unfortunately I think only Milwaukee makes this specific shape. Try either ToolNut or Ohio Power Tool to see if either has them cheaper.
After sending you my question, I found that Home Depot "did" sell these. And yes, they are a little (a lot) on the expensive side: 12 pack for $12.97.
Oh well, I guess buying more of these will help stimulate the economy. 🥴 Thanks again
Can you review the new 3 inch random orbit m12 sander? And possibly the new Hercules dust extractor?!!
Coming soon on the 3-inch sander.
You can get this for $149 now.
Great review on a cool sander. Though, I thought you were a Jesus loving, God fearing man ... Until you said Go Yankees. 🤣
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Yes I get tired of sand with the orbit and sometimes my hand gets tired
Detrail?
Detail* Video is titled "Detrail Sander" lol
That’s awesome!
Who else has something like this? I use a lot of Milwaukee tools when working reno, but if I'm being honest, I can't stand the M12 platform - the ergonomics of every tool are just "ugh" for me.
Yet another tool ad. This certainly isn't a woodworking channel anymore.
FYI, I've always done tool reviews. 6 out of the first 12 videos I ever posted on this channel were....tool reviews 🤯
@731 Woodworks you also use to have more projects. Such as the farmhouse tables, end tables, stove covers, your workbench, etc. Now, it seems to just be pushing products from different manufacturers. It's become more tool reviews and hardly any projects. To me, you have transitioned from a woodworking channel to a review channel.
@@MotoDave-ue6dd build videos don't make money
@David Corliss well I think they are great people, but they have lost their way currently. They use to care about woodworking and teaching. Now, it seems it's all about the money. Besides, reviews of tools you haven't used for a length of time are useless.
@@MotoDave-ue6dd so he's supposed to loose everything he owns to make you happy?
179 dollars for a small sander? You have to be kidding. Small delta sanders are available from everywhere for a fraction of that price!
I had to repaint some internal trim, so I picked up the Milwaukee orbital, quarter sheet, and detail sanders. They're all great imho. Now I need an excuse to get the belt sander lol.
It's my favorite sander
May like better than my Festool
Perfect for smaller furniture
What's the name of the camera stand that you use for your phone? Looks well built and sturdy!
Switchpod
I’ve given up trying to stick to one battery platform. I started with Dewalt, which was good for a beginner for all the basic tools. I then got a deal of a Riyobi pin nailer on sale, which has been great. The Festool cordless 55 track saw was next: no regrets. I recently got the Bosch small compact drill and love it. At this point, what’s one more battery platform?
Edited to say the sander is great but the original battery was awful and overheated quickly and then shut down. Milwaukee must known because it came out with an improved battery (more $) that doesn’t overheat as easily.
Wow! Milwaukee selling something in a kit and you don’t have to refinance your home to get one!! Perhaps ryobi and harbor freight line have Milwaukee rethinking their greed pricing.
I have had my eye on the Skill 12 volt line. This really caught my eye, SKIL PWR CORE Compact 12-Volt Brushless Cordless Detail Sander with Dust Management (Battery Included)
Item #5041695
Model #SR6608A-10
Lowes has the kit for $99.
Another reason why I have been looking at Skill is because their tools are made by the same manufacturer as Flex, and I love Flex tools. I was told by a Flex rep that they are not planning on releasing a 12 volt line because they are using Skil for that. They want to keep Flex a 24 volt line exclusively.
Looks like a great tool. Even though I have the Festool RO 90. It's much heavier and not cordless. Might have to pick one up. But, what was with that headline?
Thanks man for your honest review. I always wondered why I should buy this sander when I have a oscillating tool.
Check your local Home Depot. I just bought this sander on February 1st for $99 complete kit. This thing is nice
I love milwaukee but I run 18 volt. I don't really want to invest in 12volt. Typically it's a matter of time before they will make this in 18volt. Better yet maybe milwaukee will develope a way to run either 12 or 18 on the same tool
My wallet hates you :) It's on sale on HD's site so I just ordered one to gift to my dad. God bless!
🤣 Wow what a great gift! Keep me posted on how he likes it!
Have you looked at the M4 driver?
I had never heard of it, had to Google it lol. Looks pretty cool. Do you have one?
@@731Woodworks I do. I use it for work. Did a review on it already. But I'd like to get your perspective as more of a wood worker than as printer repair guy
Just ordered one. Nice
The batteries look very similar to the Bosch batteries. GOD bless you sir for including HIS word in your video!
Overpriced junk
Got mine on sale for $99 while on a trip. Flew back with the sander in my suitcase and the battery in my carryon.
I would love to get this but here in Canada it’s 230ish tax in tool only, going to wait until I can get a used one for 100ish or wait for a good sale on it
I use the Milwaukee M12 and M18 tools. I have noticed that M12 batteries charge faster in the M18/M12 charger than in the M12 only charger.
Interesting tool. Thank you for sharing. Stay warm, safe, happy and healthy. From Henrico County Virginia