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what power tool makw are the best, iv been doin my Carpentry apprenticeship since september and the guy i work with is shocked fromhow fast im catchng on compared to his previous apprentices,neway he told me about investing in some power tools but i dnt no whatthe best would be? he uses Dewalt an dthat all he uses,

any hellp? pleaseeee

Answer 1

dewalt is good   best is milwalkee...but if u a apprentice  just go to sears get craftsman until you need better...are way cheaper

Answer 2

Dewalt.  reliable, easy to buy batteries, lots of accessories.  If the professionals use them, why not everyone?

Answer 3

I use Dewalt and Bosch power tools...

Answer 4

If you really want quality and durability,try MILWAUKEE and HILTI. They are a wee expensive but they are really good.They last!!! Another is PORTER CABLE. Another expensive brand!!

Answer 5

What kind of tools are you looking for?  I'll give you a list of my recommendations.  These are based on what tools I own, as well as what tools the contractors I work for supply.

Milwaukee:  Sawzall, cordless drill, Magnum corded 1/2" drill. impact driver

Porter-Cable:  Circular saw, router (Look at the multi-base kits available), belt sander, finish nailer, pancake compressor (nailers and compressor available as a kit), random orbit sander

Bosch:  Jig saw (there is none better), Bulldog hammer drill

DeWalt:  Drywall s***w gun

Panasonic:  Cordless drill

Paslode:  Framing gun, cordless finish gun

Most of these tools are available with cases.  If they have one available, get it.  Makes it a lot easier to carry extra bits, blades, etc.

Obviously, you will need some time to accumulate these tools.  You can drop a few subtle hints to your family around your birthday and Christmas.  I got a bunch that way.  Hope this helps.

Answer 6

You have a lot too pick and choose from. Everyone has there own opinion as too which one is the best but the fact is Dewalt, Porter Cable , Bosch and  Makita are all excellent tools but it is all going to boil down to which one you like. I am a woodworker too. I have Dewalt, Porter Cable and Craftsman tools.

Answer 7

I like de-walt drill, Makita skill saw, Milwakee sawzall.  That's my kit.  De-walt xrp batteries are good but pricey.  I never found a cordless saw that was reliable.  Stick to a saw with a cord.