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Bosch 12V Max 2-Tool Combo Kit w/ Chameleon Drill/Driver & Oscillating Multi-Tool $149 + Free Shipping

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Amazon [amazon.com] has Bosch GXL12V-270B22 12V Max 2-Tool Combo Kit w/ Chameleon Drill/Driver Featuring 5-In-1 Flexiclick System & Starlock Oscillating Multi-Tool on sale for $149. Shipping is free.

Includes:
  • 1x Chameleon Drill/Driver featuring 5-In-1 Flexiclick System (GSR12V-300FC)
  • 1x Starlock Oscillating Multi-Tool (GOP12V-28)
  • 1x 1-1/4 In. plunge blade
  • 2x 12V Max Lithium-Ion 2.0 Ah batteries
  • 1x 12V Max charger
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Model: BOSCH GXL12V-270B22 12V Max 2-Tool Combo Kit with Chameleon Drill/Driver Featuring 5-In-1 Flexiclick® System and Starlock® Oscillating Multi-Tool

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05-22-2024 at 04:15 AM.
05-22-2024 at 04:15 AM.
Amazon is known to kill this deal often, doesn't last long.
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AbedO
05-22-2024 at 05:15 AM.
05-22-2024 at 05:15 AM.
Oh man, this price is awesome... I don't need that multi tool but even still you're basically getting it for 20-30 bucks... Decisions decisions

also, since it confused me too, the driver shows a battery installed and 2 loose, but this set only comes with 2 batteries (the flexiclick set on its own is a 2 battery set, as well, but only shows 1 loose with 1 installed, likely where they took the image from).

also FYI, this multi tool is starlock only, no quick release. and adapter is required to use it with OIS blades
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05-22-2024 at 06:22 AM.
05-22-2024 at 06:22 AM.
The oscillating tool uses proprietary starlock blades and is not compatible with the regular ones. My experience with starlock has been poor, they are expensive and wear down fast. Buyer beware.
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vadim77
05-22-2024 at 06:58 AM.
05-22-2024 at 06:58 AM.
Quote from ctrmike :
The oscillating tool uses proprietary starlock blades and is not compatible with the regular ones. My experience with starlock has been poor, they are expensive and wear down fast. Buyer beware.

Thanks!
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mmmmattd
05-22-2024 at 07:15 AM.
05-22-2024 at 07:15 AM.
Quote from TattyBear :
Amazon is known to kill this deal often, doesn't last long.
Already $199
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05-22-2024 at 07:17 AM.
05-22-2024 at 07:17 AM.
Quote from ctrmike :
The oscillating tool uses proprietary starlock blades and is not compatible with the regular ones. My experience with starlock has been poor, they are expensive and wear down fast. Buyer beware.

I do wish Bosch would drop the proprietary starlock and x-lock nonsense. The cost and lack of available options are definitely not worth the minor convenience the system brings.
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05-22-2024 at 07:56 AM.
05-22-2024 at 07:56 AM.
Quote from mmmmattd :
Already $199

Still 149 here, but your comment made my heart sink while I mulled it over, so I pulled the trigger 😅

Worst case I return, or flip the multi tool, still a great price for the flexi
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05-22-2024 at 07:59 AM.
05-22-2024 at 07:59 AM.
Still $149. Why does it say expired?
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05-22-2024 at 08:44 AM.
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Quote from AbedO :
Still 149 here, but your comment made my heart sink while I mulled it over, so I pulled the trigger 😅

Worst case I return, or flip the multi tool, still a great price for the flexi

Weird, I saw your comment and looked again. Now that it's expired it's $149. Lol.
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05-22-2024 at 10:58 AM.
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Price is back down to $149
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FL4055
05-22-2024 at 04:56 PM.
05-22-2024 at 04:56 PM.
We bought this set when it was on sale in December and love it. The 5-in-1 Flexiclick drill/driver is the brushless version and has 300 ft-in of torque. Even if you sold the oscillating tool or gave it away, you're still getting a great deal.

We also own the Milwaukee M12 installation driver and the Dewalt 12V 5-in-1 driver. They each have their pros and cons.

Bosch: very high build quality, clutch settings seem more linear, excellent fine control of trigger button, and big grip (could be good or bad). No negatives really. It feels like a high-quality tool.

Milwaukee: also very high build quality, clutch settings are almost as good as the Bosch, and big grip (again, good or bad), but I hate the forward/reverse switch at the top and the bulkiness of the tool. The bit holder doesn't work well with small bits.

Dewalt: probably the best ergonomics, but the clutch is not as linear and the build quality doesn't seem as high. I do like that because the battery is on the bottom, the tool can be placed in a standing position... which also means it can be knocked over and cause damage to whatever it falls on.

If I had to own just one, I think it would be the Bosch.
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05-23-2024 at 03:07 AM.
05-23-2024 at 03:07 AM.
Love my Bosch 12v and those are easily my two most used handy tools, that help get tricky tasks done at a great price.

As far as the complaints about starlock blades. Yes, they are more unique, but in my book they are fantastic. I have bought some packs during a Bosch Amazon sale. My tool has the older hex bolt, so not quick change; and I rarely have to change the blade. They're sharp and durable. The hardwood blade is downright lethal, almost had to go the dorctor one time, just brushing my fingers accidentally against the resting tool. Curvetec bosch blades are head and shoulders above all the cheap overpriced stamped crap you find at the big box stores. Some of that basic stuff is dull in the package. Note, I try to stay clear of nails and rarely ever try to cut metal.

PS: Starlock blades do work on other tools. I use both starlock and ridgid blades on my 18v Ridgid for more intense remodeling / demo, and where compactnes is not needed as much.
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05-23-2024 at 03:58 AM.

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05-23-2024 at 03:58 AM.
Quote from ctrmike :
The oscillating tool uses proprietary starlock blades and is not compatible with the regular ones. My experience with starlock has been poor, they are expensive and wear down fast. Buyer beware.
Starlock is the method of securing the blade to the tool, not the type of material, and therefore has nothing to do with wearing down fast. I've found it to be more secure and resilient than the market standard. Of course, the proprietary tech means that, even when you can find generic ones, they're grey market of low quality.

Legit starlock blades sold under the Bosch brand have been great for me so far, but yeah, they're more expensive, especially if you buy them at full price. I only buy them if they're on a really good sale. For someone whose business depends on consistent access to a good price on blades, it might not be the ideal choice.
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05-23-2024 at 06:18 AM.
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We also think that Starlock blades are fantastic. Just buy the brand-name stuff (Bosch or Diablo, which is rumoured to be made in the same plant as the Bosch blades) and you'll be happy. They cut way better, and last way longer, than non-name Starlock blades. A good starter kit is this one:

https://www.homedepot.com/p/DIABL.../314780334

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