ZG Shonin via Amazon has
12-Volt Makita MAX 3/8" CXT Impact Wrench (Tool Only, WT02Z) on sale for
$49.
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About this product:
- Variable speed (0-2, 600 RPM & 0-3, 200 IPM) for a wide range of fastening applications
- 3/8 inch square drive for quick socket changes
- Ultra-compact design at only 6-3/8 and weighing 2.3 lbs
- Built-in LED light illuminates the work area
- Ergonomically designed handle with rubberized soft grip provides increased comfort
- Ideal for working in tight spaces and overhead applications
Top Comments
The brushless version of the jigsaw and the rotary hammer are first rate tools. I prefer the drills to the Dewalt 12v, but I think the Milwaukee 12v drills edge them out slightly (not in ergos); IME Bosch 12v drills surpass the CXT in just about every respect. Everything else is fair to very good within its limitations. The mini recip for example is an excellent pruning tool and very controllable for metal cutting, but worthless for demo. I've used the mini circ extensively, although it is built like a toy. I can get excellent results on small moulding projects vs dragging out a massive miter saw. I've also done extensive work with it in my small apartment where I modified the housing to achieve dust collection that rivals my LXT tracksaw.
Obviously, I'm in the minority of users. I'm a fan and wish they would expand the CXT platform, but I've bought most of the tools I do have on clearance at prices that made them no-brainers. The brushless jigsaw for example would have cost me 4x as much for the LXT version, and I actually prefer the smaller tool. I think it has more finesse for the detail work I do use it for.
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I am a Makita guy, but I just haven't seen the need for adding their 12v tools.
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Obviously the variety of tools isn't huge, but for those everyday tasks, a little drill and 1/4" impact driver (and this 3/8" that I bought a few weeks ago on a similar deal) are sufficient. And they're easy to use and more forgiving for the rest of my family that are not regular users. I keep the 18v stuff in the workshop, and the 12v stuff around the house and garage.
I actually really wish they still supported the old pod-style 12v/10.8v system. I have a bunch of those and still love the ultra compact size and weight.
Obviously the variety of tools isn't huge, but for those everyday tasks, a little drill and 1/4" impact driver (and this 3/8" that I bought a few weeks ago on a similar deal) are sufficient. And they're easy to use and more forgiving for the rest of my family that are not regular users. I keep the 18v stuff in the workshop, and the 12v stuff around the house and garage.
I actually really wish they still supported the old pod-style 12v/10.8v system. I have a bunch of those and still love the ultra compact size and weight.
Stem style 12v batteries like Milwaukee's M12 and Bosch's 12V line have very chunk handles that make the tools feel clunky, in my opinion.
It's a shame Makita has all but abandoned their 12v line.
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The brushless version of the jigsaw and the rotary hammer are first rate tools. I prefer the drills to the Dewalt 12v, but I think the Milwaukee 12v drills edge them out slightly (not in ergos); IME Bosch 12v drills surpass the CXT in just about every respect. Everything else is fair to very good within its limitations. The mini recip for example is an excellent pruning tool and very controllable for metal cutting, but worthless for demo. I've used the mini circ extensively, although it is built like a toy. I can get excellent results on small moulding projects vs dragging out a massive miter saw. I've also done extensive work with it in my small apartment where I modified the housing to achieve dust collection that rivals my LXT tracksaw.
Obviously, I'm in the minority of users. I'm a fan and wish they would expand the CXT platform, but I've bought most of the tools I do have on clearance at prices that made them no-brainers. The brushless jigsaw for example would have cost me 4x as much for the LXT version, and I actually prefer the smaller tool. I think it has more finesse for the detail work I do use it for.
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The brushless version of the jigsaw and the rotary hammer are first rate tools. I prefer the drills to the Dewalt 12v, but I think the Milwaukee 12v drills edge them out slightly (not in ergos); IME Bosch 12v drills surpass the CXT in just about every respect. Everything else is fair to very good within its limitations. The mini recip for example is an excellent pruning tool and very controllable for metal cutting, but worthless for demo. I've used the mini circ extensively, although it is built like a toy. I can get excellent results on small moulding projects vs dragging out a massive miter saw. I've also done extensive work with it in my small apartment where I modified the housing to achieve dust collection that rivals my LXT tracksaw.
Obviously, I'm in the minority of users. I'm a fan and wish they would expand the CXT platform, but I've bought most of the tools I do have on clearance at prices that made them no-brainers. The brushless jigsaw for example would have cost me 4x as much for the LXT version, and I actually prefer the smaller tool. I think it has more finesse for the detail work I do use it for.
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