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Works great lasts a long time. I'd recommend getting it as a combo with the 2x 5ah powerstack batteries from the other active deal, pretty good value all around.
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This type of tool, when used correctly, is a game changer for hanging new sheets of drywall with cut-outs. You barely even need to measure and you end up with perfect cut-outs that perfectly fit perfectly every perfect time.
But if you are not hanging new sheets or don't know how to zip this thing around the object that you need a cut-out for, then an oscillating tool, utility knife, or drywall saw would be a better option when used carefully in combination with a tape measure and drywall square.
I built an office in my basement. Got one of these to make outlet cutouts in the drywall easier.
Having never used the tool before I got a little sloppy on some of the cutouts. In hindsight I should have just used my oscillating multi tool.
Unless you regularly do a lot of outlet cutouts I'd say this one is a pass, if you have other tools that can do the job.
I was going to say something similar. For heavy use, these are great. If you hang drywall regularly or remodeling a house, finishing a basement, etc, this might be a worthwhile purchase.
For someone living in a finished or mostly finished home who just needs to infrequently cut a few drywall holes for running wires or adjust outlets, this is overkill. If you have a Dremel or similar rotary tool, get the drywall bit and you'll be set for one-off use. If you don't have a Dremel, an oscillating multitool can also do the job just fine. If you don't have either, use a drywall handsaw.
Just bought this a couple weeks ago through Acme, $175 and came with charger and 2x 5ah batteries. Nice tool so far. I've used it more like as dremel for detail grinding and cutting.
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Does seem to be a good price
I would think something like a crowbar would work best.
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Having never used the tool before I got a little sloppy on some of the cutouts. In hindsight I should have just used my oscillating multi tool.
Unless you regularly do a lot of outlet cutouts I'd say this one is a pass, if you have other tools that can do the job.
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But if you are not hanging new sheets or don't know how to zip this thing around the object that you need a cut-out for, then an oscillating tool, utility knife, or drywall saw would be a better option when used carefully in combination with a tape measure and drywall square.
Fine Homebuilding 1 minute video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k7Viynq
More in-depth tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xuRsOr-3aJs
Having never used the tool before I got a little sloppy on some of the cutouts. In hindsight I should have just used my oscillating multi tool.
Unless you regularly do a lot of outlet cutouts I'd say this one is a pass, if you have other tools that can do the job.
For someone living in a finished or mostly finished home who just needs to infrequently cut a few drywall holes for running wires or adjust outlets, this is overkill. If you have a Dremel or similar rotary tool, get the drywall bit and you'll be set for one-off use. If you don't have a Dremel, an oscillating multitool can also do the job just fine. If you don't have either, use a drywall handsaw.
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