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VHS Videos - Fein MultiMaster FMM 250Q Top
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List Price: $499.00
Our Price: $399.00
Your Save: $ 100.00 ( 20% )
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Manufacturer: Fein
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Binding: Tools & Hardware
Brand: Fein
EAN: 4014586860268
Feature: Includes: 1 FMM 250Q Quick change tool with variable speed in a plastic carrying case
Label: Fein
Manufacturer: Fein
Model: FMM 250Q Top
Publisher: Fein
Studio: Fein
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Features
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Includes: 1 FMM 250Q Quick change tool with variable speed in a plastic carrying case
1 Universal E-Cut blade, 1 HSS Segmented blade
1 Rigid Scraper Blade, 1 Carbide Blade, 1 Carbide Rasp
1 Dust Extraction Kit
1 Sanding pad and 15 sheets of sand paper, 1 Profile Sanding Kit
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Summary: Multimaster is versatile
Comment: I saw an installer using one of these and was impressed, so I bought one.
I find it very convenient for some jobs. I used it to cut 6x10" holes in wallboard for mounting speakers in a room's walls, and then discovered some framing wood that was too close to the holes. By mounting an E-cut blade at 90 degrees one side or the other, I was able to cut half way through a 2x4, one inch outside the hole area, to make the needed clearance. Without this tool I'd have had to saw right through the wallboard, weakening it a lot, then patching the cut. Even with this tool, being inexperienced, I did cut into the back of the wallboard in a couple spots, but it was easily patched and not weakened too much.
In another place I cut about 3/8 by 3/8 by 2" out of 2x4 right behind the wallboard. This could have been done with a chisel, but it would have been more time consuming.
One does have to be careful not to burn the work--you can put a lot of power into a small place and easily scorch wood and make a lot of smoke, and presumably fire too...
The tool is very comfortable to use, because it is not fighting to go somewhere, like rotating cutters do.
My only complaint is that the blades cost 2-3x more than I think they should. There are some much less expensive similar tools just coming out now, and perhaps the competition will lower prices, but of course the other tools aren't going to use compatible blades I'm sure. And likely they won't be as sturdy as this/these.
One job that failed: a number of sheetrock screws protruded maybe 1/16" into a closet, just waiting to snag someone. I tried to cut the tips off using the wood/metal E-cut blade, but it damaged the blade (though I was still able to use it for the above mentioned cuts). The carbide tile file was too coarse for the job. I finally used a Dremel with a cutoff wheel instead. Maybe the diamond blade would have worked.
All in all, it seems like a good addition to a remodeler's toolkit.
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Summary: Expensive, but worth the money
Comment: This is the only power tool, so far as i am aware but possibly the Rockwell knockoff would also work, that will quickly and cleanly remove old hardened window glazing without breaking the glass. For this one purpose alone, it is worth the money if you have many windows to re-glaze. All of the movement is in the X-Y plane, none in the Z axis so you can rest the tools directly on glass without breaking it. It is also extremely useful for flush cuts on wood and sheet rock cutouts, where it does a neater job than a rotozip. Blades are a bit too expensive, but high quality. Great tool for flush cutting nails. Cuts faster than one would think. One of the most useful tools I own.
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Summary: My husband loves this...
Comment: Great product! My husband is a construction veteran and said this is one tool that a carpenter shouldn't be without.
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Summary: A Five Star Tool but too expensive for casual users
Comment: I think the other reviews of this device are pretty much on target. This is an excellent tool and it does what it advertises. But does a tool that basically vibrates fast really need to cost four hundred dollars? Here are my thoughts:
1.) The patent on this tool has expired and there are several multimaster "clones" out there. A short list: Rockwell, Dremel, Harbor Freight Tools, Bosch. Of these, the Bosch is probably the best, and it even takes the Fein blades. However as of this writing you can only buy the uncorded version in the United States. This is not the sort of tool that should be powered by a battery.
2.) All of the attachments work very well. The sanding function is terrific and if you haven't used an oscillator of this type before (for instance if you're used to using a Black & Decker "Mouse" or something similar) you will be pleasantly surprised at this upgrade. The other attachments also work well, but I would not use the E-Blade or any E-Blade to cut metal, unless it is very thin. Don't try to cut hard metals.
3.) I agree that the plastic case inserts are not professional grade. The case itself is acceptable, but I prefer the Bosch cases.
4.) The blades. Buying replacement blades for this tool can be a drag. The Fein blades are of course very good, but at a starting price of $15 and up you're talking about a further outlay of hard earned money. Yes, there are other options, including the Harbor Freight Tools option or making your own blades, but remember these options void your warranty and aren't as good as the Fein blades. BTW, yes you can use round blades with this tool; you don't "need" the star-shaped quick attachment feature that is under the screw, although it obviously helps.
The verdict: if you are a casual user and only plan to do the work this tool requires a few (less than four) times a year, I wouldn't spend the money. Buy a clone tool instead. Of the clones mentioned earlier, I would avoid the Rockwell--the blades don't work with any of the others. Bear in mind that this tool shines best when used for the things shown in the informercial; while you can probably ditch your reciprocating saw after you buy the multimaster, I would still keep around my jigsaw and a few other tools.
In addition, if you are the type of person who has to have the best of the best then I would say that this tool is for you. Sure you can de-grout a bathroom with a dremel or similar tool for about 1/4 the price, but this is surely not the point for somebody like that.
If you are a professional user, in my view this is a no-brainer. Spend the money on as many multimasters as you can afford. They will pay for themselves many times over within a few months.
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Summary: Tool Time
Comment: This is a great multi tool, used it of some projects doing electrical additions, that use to take 30 min. With the Fein it took 2 minuites. Lent it to a friend while laying floor, he said it was great for working aournd the doors for easy cuts. Almost did not get my tool back! Just make sure you by the whole kit that come with everything.
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Editorial Reviews:
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MultiMaster Top multipurpose tool is ideal for sanding in tight corners as well as other manual tasks with the power and ease of a power tool. 12,000 to 21,000 oscillation per minute. 16.4' cord length. Attached tool can turn fully around drive shaft. 2.4
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