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What I appreciate the most about how festool evolves. The systainers all connect together wether it's version 1 to 2 and now 3. The battery style hasn't changed it just gets smarter. Other brands have changed over the years and it's disposable. I'm hooked.
At some point in my life I used Festool instruments.. amazing results and a joy to use. When my life took a turn I put my collection on sale for 25% off the original price - there was a line of people eager to buy.
Hi, I always thought people who bought Festool drills must be crazy; so much money for a tool which only makes things spin. But now that I own a T18 I know that it is an absolutely fabulous bit of kit, worth every penny to me. One thing I would like to add about the clutch and the switch; The clutch not only controls the max torque, but it also controls the speed. So you will notice that at a low torque setting, the max RPM is reduced as well, which make it really suitable for delicate work. I do believe this is what actually makes the clutch so good and I am not aware of any other drill which has this feature. The switch you were referring to is the clutch engagement (again being able to turn the clutch on at the last used setting is a big bonus to actually use the clutch in real life) and not the speed control. I just tried myself, and absolutely nothing happens when you move the switch whilst drilling. Only after you released the the trigger, the clutch is engaged. I own a Metabo Quick drill as well and being able to remove the chuck is a must have for me. However, I bought my father in law a Metabo quick drill as well, which even came with the special bit adapter, but he simply keeps swapping drill bits and bit holders in the same chuck all the time. So if it is not in your way of working, a removable chuck is of no value. And this drill would be a perfect complement as a second drill (I mean, a drill, systainer, two batteries and charger is really good value); one for drilling and one for screwing. If only it was available on our side of of the pond... Good luck with your choice. I'm sure will not regret owning this drill. If you are also in the market for the PSC, be aware that you can buy a combo kit with this drill and the jigsaw.
Thanks for the great comment! Yes the clutch engagement switch I found sometimes gets switched before drilling by putting my hand on the top of the drill.
Enjoyable review. I'm peeking in to the German catalogue and it does not feature the fixed chuck version. I guess yours is kind of an entry level overseas version.
I've been eyeballing this drill, big time. That loose ring on the nose of the chuck would drive me batshit crazy every time it rattles. Glad you pointed that out!!
@@TheFunnyCarpenter i was thinking about that as well. I would think it's only use is what you mentioned 🤷♂️ I've never seen one like that and could live without that "feature" lol
Thanks for the giveaway! I do have a milwaukee drill but have been looking at this one to get back into festool. I plan on getting a domino again eventually.
@@TheFunnyCarpenter I've recently decided to move from Ridgid to a blend of Milwaukee and Festool. Ordering the TSC55 next week. I wish Milwaukee made a track saw. It would be badass, I'm sure.
What i realy like about the Festool brushless tools is that they are very quiet, my employer provides us with m12 and m18 fuel drills but they noise they make makes u want to use hearing protection for only putting in screws.... And the smoothness of the Festool makes it realy easy to put in screws onehanded without slipping and jabing the bit into your workpiece.
LOVE, LOVE the case! I think every tool should come with a case to protect your tools. The cases alone would make me change to this brand! Thank you for your opinions on what you like and don’t like. It’s refreshing to get honest reviews.
I use my drills daily as I am in a skilled trade, and have always been partial to Milwaukee. I could never wrap my head around the price tags for Festool...UNTIL I used my friend's track saw and drill. Now, YES, I believe the hype.
As a Festool snob, I would suggest you use the Carvex before you buy it. It's definitely different. It has this strobe feature in the light that makes it look like the blade is still and it's cutting like a light saber. Of all my fellow festool snobs that I know it's about 50/50 in who likes it and who doesn't. I used a Mafell P1cc at a trade show and was blown away. Mafells also all come in Systainers, and are about the only tools that can look down on Festool
Might as well buy the T18+3 with removable chucks .Only dislike ive had with mine is that I occasionally knock it into reverse . Or purchase the C18 which has arguably better ergonomics.
Thanks for the Festool review it is good to learn more about them I am a plumber and have been using Milwaukee tools for years or I should say decades. Battery tools have changed the where I buy tools dramatically when the battery tools first came up they are really handy but not all that great and I have used several different brands over the years.
I really like my t18 with the changeable chucks. It does everything I could ever want from a drill and much more. I have found powerhouse drills like the Milwaukee’s very uncomfortable too use exactly because they’re so powerful. Another nice thing with the t18-3 is you can use the CXS Jacob chuck on it
Great review. Really appreciate the way you approach reviews. I have some festool stuff and rarely see reviewers take as much stock in ergonomics. It's more important than some people think.
Thanks Nathan. I definitely agree, I've always found ergonomics to be the most important factor in being able to use a tool safely at a very high level.
Thanks Mate! That’s a bosh stand. I just mounted a piece of plywood to it and then made some custom plywood wings with a few parts you can order from Festool to clip to the saw.
Learning a lot of skills from your channel! You’re like a older brother who’s teaching me life tricks. As for me, I’m a newly wed; without any tools yet... we’re just starting out, our adult lives. I’m hoping to find some favor in your decision making when picking a winner of the drill. Keep up the videos because I’m ready to learn more. Be blessed!
I've heard other people say they hate that Makita jig saw! I have the dewalt barrel grip jigsaw it's fantastic. The Milwaukee barrel grip jigsaw is great also...
Yah, I think I'm going to snag that Dewalt barrel grip jigsaw-It looks great and it will be a nice opportunity to show a little love to the black and yellow.
@@TheFunnyCarpenter DeWalt doesn't always get it right but when they do they do and that jigsaw in my opinion and experience is one of those times they got it right. With that said if I could change one thing about it, it'd be the placement of the variable speed knob....
The M18 barrel grip is not great at all. They couldn't fix their blade alignment issue for all these years - you still have to push the blade in really hard to make it lock at the correct angle! This is the same problem they had with their regular M18 jigsaw which was released 10 years ago. Also, the blade drift is noticeable. It doesn't cut straight in anything thicker than 1".
That electronic clutch at ~4:20min reminds me of some expensive high speed torque adjustable electric screwdrivers used in assembly line. I am actually wondering if Festool has an estimate torque table for the adjustment you make on the wheel. That would be super cool but my take is that electronic clutch calculate the force it had to put during the run until things became harder to drive and then running a delta value at which it auto-trigger the "stop".
The Milwaukee Gen 3 Hammer Drill may not be as refined as a Festool but it is a freakin beast. I stirred a 5 gallon Home Depot Bucket of self leveler, which is like a soupy cement. It would’ve gone all day in low gear. That’s a really good deal for that Festool Drill!
I’ve been on the fence about this drill. I already have a Festool PDC which has the same sleeve on the chuck. You know when you have too much Festool when your local dealer knows you by name lol
I only have one Festool item (J-clamp) for a MFT. I dream of getting a Festool Domino for joinery. I love your honest reviews and enjoy your sense of humor.
That domino seems amazing- I always dream of getting one and then building lots of cool stuff.... but in reality I probably wouldn’t use it enough to justify the price!
I have that fuel too. The milwaukee is too powerful for my fine woodworking , it does the trick for the big stuff forsure. In Manitoba festool is pretty hard to find
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What I appreciate the most about how festool evolves. The systainers all connect together wether it's version 1 to 2 and now 3. The battery style hasn't changed it just gets smarter.
Other brands have changed over the years and it's disposable.
I'm hooked.
Great points
Festool tools are expensive but they are well made and the ergonomics is what make people buy them. Thanks for the videos.
They are also mostly made in Germany heh
For me, the clutch is really important feature for what I use a drill for. The Festool sounds quieter too. Looks like a winner.
Daniel
It's very quiet
My new favorite channel
Lately I've been getting more and more interested in festool.
Me too, great quality tools for sure.
I have never tried Festool power tools, but Thanks to your videos I would like to try them out.
Finally a new Review, really love your channel. You should have a lot more subscribers.Keep it up. 👍👍
Much appreciated!
At some point in my life I used Festool instruments.. amazing results and a joy to use. When my life took a turn I put my collection on sale for 25% off the original price - there was a line of people eager to buy.
I hope your life is back on track now my man.
Hi,
I always thought people who bought Festool drills must be crazy; so much money for a tool which only makes things spin. But now that I own a T18 I know that it is an absolutely fabulous bit of kit, worth every penny to me.
One thing I would like to add about the clutch and the switch; The clutch not only controls the max torque, but it also controls the speed. So you will notice that at a low torque setting, the max RPM is reduced as well, which make it really suitable for delicate work. I do believe this is what actually makes the clutch so good and I am not aware of any other drill which has this feature. The switch you were referring to is the clutch engagement (again being able to turn the clutch on at the last used setting is a big bonus to actually use the clutch in real life) and not the speed control. I just tried myself, and absolutely nothing happens when you move the switch whilst drilling. Only after you released the the trigger, the clutch is engaged.
I own a Metabo Quick drill as well and being able to remove the chuck is a must have for me. However, I bought my father in law a Metabo quick drill as well, which even came with the special bit adapter, but he simply keeps swapping drill bits and bit holders in the same chuck all the time. So if it is not in your way of working, a removable chuck is of no value. And this drill would be a perfect complement as a second drill (I mean, a drill, systainer, two batteries and charger is really good value); one for drilling and one for screwing. If only it was available on our side of of the pond...
Good luck with your choice. I'm sure will not regret owning this drill. If you are also in the market for the PSC, be aware that you can buy a combo kit with this drill and the jigsaw.
Thanks for the great comment! Yes the clutch engagement switch I found sometimes gets switched before drilling by putting my hand on the top of the drill.
Festool are on another level when it comes to the balance and feel of their tools. Very few brands can compete in those areas.
Sweet Drill. Thanks for the review
This is the most helpful video I’ve seen on the festool drills!
Thanks Anthony
Enjoyable review. I'm peeking in to the German catalogue and it does not feature the fixed chuck version. I guess yours is kind of an entry level overseas version.
Thank you for finally explaining what that bearing at the end of the drill is for (to hold on to for precision)
love your channel, no nonsense just content.
Festool products are expensive, but they are a pleasure to use.
100% agree, the price is a bitter pill! Often times too bitter
Thank You and Festool Canada. This drill would be nice for DIYer like me.. ❤️
I like your honest reviews. You touch on points I actually value. Thanks man!
Thanks for your honesty.
Looks like a really great tool, those cases look tidy too. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for watching!
Great video Funny Man!! I've been wanting to try a Festool for years. Never even seen a Festool in person.
Thanks Mark!
Nice Drill 😁👍🏻
Definitely worth the money!
Nice Video 👍🏻
Thanks. I'll be sad to give it away!
I've been wanting this drill for a while. Thank you for the in depth review.
Glad it was helpful!
I've been eyeballing this drill, big time. That loose ring on the nose of the chuck would drive me batshit crazy every time it rattles. Glad you pointed that out!!
Meatball Salad I’m thinking you could put some silicone on there and stop it from rattling. That’s what I would have done if I kept the drill.
@@TheFunnyCarpenter i was thinking about that as well. I would think it's only use is what you mentioned 🤷♂️ I've never seen one like that and could live without that "feature" lol
I really like the festool they are so simple yet perfect and well thought out
Well put
Awesome videos! Just found your channel and really enjoy your content!
Thanks a lot, I appreciate the support!
Thanks for the great reviews! Hello from California!
Thanks mate, hello from up the coast.
Love your videos here down under..
Nice down to earth reviews.. 🤙
Much appreciated!
Looks like a great drill to add to the quiver
Just picked it up this week,the slim line batteries are what sold me,more power less bulky.👍🇨🇦📐
i screw up a lot of projects with or without a drill - great video!
Really like the review. Keep it coming😃
Thanks Petar
Thanks for the giveaway!
I do have a milwaukee drill but have been looking at this one to get back into festool. I plan on getting a domino again eventually.
Finally a nice review. Thank you so much!
Glad it was helpful!
really like your videos, informative and engaging.
Thanks a lot
Thanks for the review. I'm ready to join the cult of Festool.
Lol be careful Jay it’s an expensive one! But if u use the tools a lot and you end up liking them over cheaper ones it can be worth it🙃
@@TheFunnyCarpenter I've recently decided to move from Ridgid to a blend of Milwaukee and Festool. Ordering the TSC55 next week. I wish Milwaukee made a track saw. It would be badass, I'm sure.
What i realy like about the Festool brushless tools is that they are very quiet, my employer provides us with m12 and m18 fuel drills but they noise they make makes u want to use hearing protection for only putting in screws....
And the smoothness of the Festool makes it realy easy to put in screws onehanded without slipping and jabing the bit into your workpiece.
Using the drill reminds me a lot of driving a sporty well made car. The next thing you know you're going 150 down the freeway and it feels like 80.
Nice review, thanks. I'm all in on M18 but very jealous of that clutch.
LOVE, LOVE the case! I think every tool should come with a case to protect your tools. The cases alone would make me change to this brand! Thank you for your opinions on what you like and don’t like. It’s refreshing to get honest reviews.
I use my drills daily as I am in a skilled trade, and have always been partial to Milwaukee. I could never wrap my head around the price tags for Festool...UNTIL I used my friend's track saw and drill. Now, YES, I believe the hype.
Lol, that's funny
Just out of curiosity, what exactly would a non-skilled trade be?
Yes, a new video upload!!! 👌👍
I have been eyeballing that drill
I don't have any festool tools. but I am green with envy.
As a Festool snob, I would suggest you use the Carvex before you buy it. It's definitely different. It has this strobe feature in the light that makes it look like the blade is still and it's cutting like a light saber. Of all my fellow festool snobs that I know it's about 50/50 in who likes it and who doesn't. I used a Mafell P1cc at a trade show and was blown away. Mafells also all come in Systainers, and are about the only tools that can look down on Festool
Hey, I got a need for another drill. This one looks great! I am an engineer from New Zealand.
Great review. Been eyeballing Festool gear
I haven't pulled the trigger on any Festool stuff yet, but I'd love to try it someday.
New subscriber and I love ur channel! Thank you for sharing all your knowledge!
Might as well buy the T18+3 with removable chucks .Only dislike ive had with mine is that I occasionally knock it into reverse .
Or purchase the C18 which has arguably better ergonomics.
love the festool cases
Best video to date!!! Great info👏
Glad you think so!
Love your channel! Thanks for the videos. Keep up the good work!
Thanks for watching!
I enjoy watching your videos and reviews. I've been very interested in festool, I hear good things about them
Thanks a lot!
Loving the videos. Keep up the great work. Please add my ticket in the hat!
I like some honesty 👍 keep up the fine videos
Thanks Lars
That clutch is pretty wild! Good review
Best tools one of the best out there. Its some thing i have been wanting for along time.
entertaining and informative review, like the chanel a lot, subscriber from Norway here!
Thanks a lot Per I appreciate it! Cheers from Canada
Been wanting to get a festool for a long time great review
Nice review. Thanks
Thanks for the Festool review it is good to learn more about them I am a plumber and have been using Milwaukee tools for years or I should say decades. Battery tools have changed the where I buy tools dramatically when the battery tools first came up they are really handy but not all that great and I have used several different brands over the years.
I really like my t18 with the changeable chucks. It does everything I could ever want from a drill and much more. I have found powerhouse drills like the Milwaukee’s very uncomfortable too use exactly because they’re so powerful.
Another nice thing with the t18-3 is you can use the CXS Jacob chuck on it
Great review. Really appreciate the way you approach reviews. I have some festool stuff and rarely see reviewers take as much stock in ergonomics. It's more important than some people think.
Thanks Nathan. I definitely agree, I've always found ergonomics to be the most important factor in being able to use a tool safely at a very high level.
Love it! keep up the videos, big fan
Appreciate it big time!
Great video!! Saw your channel from a comment posted on the Think Media channel. keep up the good work!!!
Thanks Ash! Best wishes with your channel, keep having fun:)
@@TheFunnyCarpenter Thanks , you as well!
Very informative
Great video, awesome drill too!
Glad you enjoyed it
I can't believe it, this guy is really smart, I thought I was the last one remaining🤪 Lol
Thanks for this review.
Give us a closer look at your truck bed/systainer workbench set up. That looked very clever
Great review.
Hi. What mitre saw stand is that and how did you mount it? Dig the channel, your videos and your vibe.
Thanks Mate! That’s a bosh stand. I just mounted a piece of plywood to it and then made some custom plywood wings with a few parts you can order from Festool to clip to the saw.
Looks like a great drill, Festool truly think about the user experience!
Omg would love love love this drill
Great review. Thanks!
Thanks Kathryn
I would start my own carpentry business with a drill like that!
That clutch though 😍
Learning a lot of skills from your channel! You’re like a older brother who’s teaching me life tricks. As for me, I’m a newly wed; without any tools yet... we’re just starting out, our adult lives. I’m hoping to find some favor in your decision making when picking a winner of the drill. Keep up the videos because I’m ready to learn more. Be blessed!
Thanks a lot for checking out the channel, I’m happy you’re finding it helpful!
Cool vid, like always. I'd like to see some Hilti drills in future reviews. :)
I would definitely like to test out some Hilti drills, I should shoot them a message and see if they are interested in providing and drills to test.
I love my Hilti drills, as well.
This girl needs that drill!😁🙋🏻♀️
🙄
Don't we all
She can have my spot. I approve
Umm, no comment! Lest I get in trouble! 😳🙄😂☺️☺️☺️
FYI, the depth control chuck from the Festool PDC 18/4 LARGE drill also fits the small Festool TXS & CXS drills.
Enjoyed your review. I also value ergonomics, would love to get this in my hands.
It's definitely a drill to check out at the tool store if you have one around. Thanks for checking out the channel!
I love their color combo
I’ve been leaning up upgrading from my Ryobi. Need a better clutch. And that may have sold me. Thanks
I like that drill and the channel.
Thanks Hunting buddy
I have the CXS Li. I love it but rpm is slow. Did not upgrade to a higher model because of the cost. Looks worth it.
Nice review.
That trigger control is great! I tried out a friend's milwaukee and was ready disappointed. Plenty of power, but no gentle touch.
Agree
Good video. thanks
I've heard other people say they hate that Makita jig saw! I have the dewalt barrel grip jigsaw it's fantastic. The Milwaukee barrel grip jigsaw is great also...
Yah, I think I'm going to snag that Dewalt barrel grip jigsaw-It looks great and it will be a nice opportunity to show a little love to the black and yellow.
@@TheFunnyCarpenter DeWalt doesn't always get it right but when they do they do and that jigsaw in my opinion and experience is one of those times they got it right. With that said if I could change one thing about it, it'd be the placement of the variable speed knob....
The M18 barrel grip is not great at all. They couldn't fix their blade alignment issue for all these years - you still have to push the blade in really hard to make it lock at the correct angle! This is the same problem they had with their regular M18 jigsaw which was released 10 years ago. Also, the blade drift is noticeable. It doesn't cut straight in anything thicker than 1".
The 18v jigsaw is a gateway tool - you’ll be hooked and want everything from the Vecturo to the angle grinder 😬
Nice review definitely a higher end drill nice set for the price
Most definitely
That electronic clutch at ~4:20min reminds me of some expensive high speed torque adjustable electric screwdrivers used in assembly line. I am actually wondering if Festool has an estimate torque table for the adjustment you make on the wheel. That would be super cool but my take is that electronic clutch calculate the force it had to put during the run until things became harder to drive and then running a delta value at which it auto-trigger the "stop".
I hope you are right! I have just ordered one to test.
great videos!! keep em comin
Thanks a lot Peter!
The Milwaukee Gen 3 Hammer Drill may not be as refined as a Festool but it is a freakin beast. I stirred a 5 gallon Home Depot Bucket of self leveler, which is like a soupy cement. It would’ve gone all day in low gear.
That’s a really good deal for that Festool Drill!
No doubt the power on that drill is mind boggling
I subscribed (though later, rather than sooner... First time seeing you)... So ummmm... Can I get the drill now? Gonna NEED THAT DRILL! LOL
I’ve been on the fence about this drill. I already have a Festool PDC which has the same sleeve on the chuck. You know when you have too much Festool when your local dealer knows you by name lol
@Del Boy lol
I only have one Festool item (J-clamp) for a MFT. I dream of getting a Festool Domino for joinery. I love your honest reviews and enjoy your sense of humor.
That domino seems amazing- I always dream of getting one and then building lots of cool stuff.... but in reality I probably wouldn’t use it enough to justify the price!
I have that fuel too. The milwaukee is too powerful for my fine woodworking , it does the trick for the big stuff forsure. In Manitoba festool is pretty hard to find
The Milwaukee is definitely nice for heavy duty tasks.
I could definitely use that drill