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expired Posted by NeverSummer07 • Feb 15, 2025

Factory Blemished: RIDGID 18V Brushless 1" SDS-Plus Rotary Hammer (Tool Only)

+ $15 Shipping

$150

$250

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Direct Tools Outlet has Factory Blemished: RIDGID 18V Brushless Cordless 1" SDS-Plus Rotary Hammer (Tool Only, R86712B) for $150. Shipping is $14.99 per order, otherwise select free store pickup where available.

Thanks to Community Member NeverSummer07 for finding this deal.

Note: Availability for pickup may vary by location

Features:
  • Maximum Performance. Longer Runtime.
  • Pair with MAX Output batteries for maximum performance
  • 50% less vibration utilizing dual vibration reduction technology
  • 3-Mode selector features rotary hammer, drilling and chisel modes
  • 10% Faster Drilling compared to previous model (R86711B)
  • No-Load speeds up to 1,400 RPM
  • 5,000 BPM
  • 100% Compatible: Works with all RIDGID 18V Batteries
Includes:
  • (1) 18V Brushless 1 in. SDS-Plus Rotary Hammer
  • (1) Auxiliary Handle
  • (1) Depth Rod
  • 3-Year Limited Warranty

Editor's Notes

Written by SubZero5 | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
  • About this store:
    • Details of Direct Tools Outlet's return policy (here)

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Written by NeverSummer07
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Direct Tools Outlet has Factory Blemished: RIDGID 18V Brushless Cordless 1" SDS-Plus Rotary Hammer (Tool Only, R86712B) for $150. Shipping is $14.99 per order, otherwise select free store pickup where available.

Thanks to Community Member NeverSummer07 for finding this deal.

Note: Availability for pickup may vary by location

Features:
  • Maximum Performance. Longer Runtime.
  • Pair with MAX Output batteries for maximum performance
  • 50% less vibration utilizing dual vibration reduction technology
  • 3-Mode selector features rotary hammer, drilling and chisel modes
  • 10% Faster Drilling compared to previous model (R86711B)
  • No-Load speeds up to 1,400 RPM
  • 5,000 BPM
  • 100% Compatible: Works with all RIDGID 18V Batteries
Includes:
  • (1) 18V Brushless 1 in. SDS-Plus Rotary Hammer
  • (1) Auxiliary Handle
  • (1) Depth Rod
  • 3-Year Limited Warranty

Editor's Notes

Written by SubZero5 | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
  • About this store:
    • Details of Direct Tools Outlet's return policy (here)

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Written by NeverSummer07

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bobwalton
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The LSA is excellent, but you need to register the tools. Literally every time I read a post about it being terrible, it is user error. Register on the website, upload a copy of receipt, wait a couple weeks, and if it doesn't succeed, just call and they will do it on the phone. Sure, other brands might have better performance (maybe, jury is out) , but you can't beat the LSA IMHO.
HilariousHome7419
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I personally never had any issues registering Ridgid "blemished" tools with their LSA, with last being about a year ago. They even sometimes LSA'ed reconditioned tools, but they're clearly stamped, so I am not sure if the service center will honor that. Just my xp.
tomwil
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Direct Tools Ridgid Factory Blemished tools are indeed eligible for the LSA.

During LSA registration, you can select Direct Tools where the product was purchased. But final registration appears to require mailing in the receipt.

See attached.

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Feb 15, 2025
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DelightfulPlant830
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YMMY, If you need a rotary hammer drill, check out Lowe's. They have been clearing out a number of their Bosch rotary drills for the last 2 months. I purchased the GBH18V-36CN PROFACTOR 18V, retail price $519 for $150 last month. Every time I go by Lowe's I look and see how many are left, and every store I've been to there's still several left. Different models, but many of them still on clearance.
Also, remember it's not a "lifetime warranty" from rigid. It's a "lifetime service agreement." I have several rigid tools and I've never had any problems with them. But I've read a number of stories of people's warranty claims being rejected for simple things, like you didn't mail your receipt in, you didn't register within 30 days of purchase, or user abuse. I've also read a number of stories of people that have had absolutely no problems. My opinion of rigid's warranty is, hope for the best, expect the worst.
Last edited by DelightfulPlant830 February 15, 2025 at 09:12 AM.
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The LSA is excellent, but you need to register the tools. Literally every time I read a post about it being terrible, it is user error. Register on the website, upload a copy of receipt, wait a couple weeks, and if it doesn't succeed, just call and they will do it on the phone. Sure, other brands might have better performance (maybe, jury is out) , but you can't beat the LSA IMHO.
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chemgator
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Quote from DelightfulPlant830 :
YMMY, If you need a rotary hammer drill, check out Lowe's. They have been clearing out a number of their Bosch rotary drills for the last 2 months. I purchased the GBH18V-36CN PROFACTOR 18V, retail price $519 for $150 last month. Every time I go by Lowe's I look and see how many are left, and every store I've been to there's still several left. Different models, but many of them still on clearance.
Also, remember it's not a "lifetime warranty" from rigid. It's a "lifetime service agreement." I have several rigid tools and I've never had any problems with them. But I've read a number of stories of people's warranty claims being rejected for simple things, like you didn't mail your receipt in, you didn't register within 30 days of purchase, or user abuse. I've also read a number of stories of people that have had absolutely no problems. My opinion of rigid's warranty is, hope for the best, expect the worst.
I've never had and problems with their warranty but then again I follow the very simple requirements. Just got a 6 year old battery replaced last week no questions asked. Yeah if you don't register and abuse your tools, expect the worst.

Also just FYI it's 'Ridgid'
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Exc3ll3nts
Feb 15, 2025
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it is possible to get price match from Home depot to price match DTO?
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CalmGalley3084
Feb 15, 2025
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I don't know if DTO is offering LSA on Ridgid anymore. They stopped taking returns on it in store and changed everything on their site to say 3 year limited in the Ridgid warranty section. HD and DTO are beefing for years at this point lol.


RIDGID: Covered by a 3-Year Limited Warranty.

RIDGID AND THE RIDGID LOGO ARE TRADEMARKS OF RIDGID, INC. THE MANUFACTURER AND SELLER OF THIS PRODUCT DO NOT HAVE AND DO NOT CLAIM ANY RIGHTS IN THE RIDGID TRADEMARK OR RIDGID LOGO
Last edited by CalmGalley3084 February 15, 2025 at 11:53 AM.
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HilariousHome7419
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Quote from CalmGalley3084 :
I don't know if DTO is offering LSA on Ridgid anymore. They stopped taking returns on it in store and changed everything on their site to say 3 year limited in the Ridgid warranty section. HD and DTO are beefing for years at this point lol.RIDGID: Covered by a 3-Year Limited Warranty.RIDGID AND THE RIDGID LOGO ARE TRADEMARKS OF RIDGID, INC. THE MANUFACTURER AND SELLER OF THIS PRODUCT DO NOT HAVE AND DO NOT CLAIM ANY RIGHTS IN THE RIDGID TRADEMARK OR RIDGID LOGO
I personally never had any issues registering Ridgid "blemished" tools with their LSA, with last being about a year ago. They even sometimes LSA'ed reconditioned tools, but they're clearly stamped, so I am not sure if the service center will honor that. Just my xp.

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Quote from CalmGalley3084 :
I don't know if DTO is offering LSA on Ridgid anymore. They stopped taking returns on it in store and changed everything on their site to say 3 year limited in the Ridgid warranty section. HD and DTO are beefing for years at this point lol.
Quote from TenseHamster4473 :
To reiterate the point above, tools from DTO and other resellers *do not ever include the Ridgid lifetime service agreement.*

It's 110% required that you purchase in new condition from Home Depot with a proper receipt to register for LSA.

This is a great discount for the tool itself but should be avoided if you're factoring LSA into the price or relying on it for your livelihood.
Direct Tools Ridgid Factory Blemished tools are indeed eligible for the LSA.

During LSA registration, you can select Direct Tools where the product was purchased. But final registration appears to require mailing in the receipt.

See attached.
Last edited by tomwil February 15, 2025 at 02:28 PM.
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Lonnzo79
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Quote from tomwil :
Direct Tools Ridgid Factory Blemished tools are indeed eligible for the LSA.

During LSA registration, you can select Direct Tools where the product was purchased. But final registration appears to require mailing in the receipt.

See attached.
Correct, I have a utility room full of Ridgid tools, half from DTO. All of them with LSA. Has to be Factory Blemished, not refurbished, in order to get the LSA. Only had one impact that fell 20ft onto concrete, replaced thru HD, had to pay a $30 service fee for them to send it off but got a new impact from it.
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Marlin1975
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Quote from Exc3ll3nts :
it is possible to get price match from Home depot to price match DTO?

I have never seen it happen. I think that is why they call these "blemished" so HD will not have to match among other reasons.

You can still get the lifetime warranty on these so still protected.
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Giraffasaurus
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Quote from TenseHamster4473 :
To reiterate the point above, tools from DTO and other resellers *do not ever include the Ridgid lifetime service agreement.*

It's 110% required that you purchase in new condition from Home Depot with a proper receipt to register for LSA.

This is a great discount for the tool itself but should be avoided if you're factoring LSA into the price or relying on it for your livelihood.
So confident yet so incorrect. I have 10+ "factory blem" tools from DTO that have LSA.
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daduls
Feb 16, 2025
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Also, be aware, you can't register the tool if more than 30 days have passed. They said what they meant and they meant what they said.
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Giraffasaurus
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Look out for a popup about free shipping. Make a new acct and accept text message marketing and you get a $15 off code making it $135, so only $150 shipped.

$162 with tax and shipping for me.
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Giraffasaurus
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Quote from daduls :
Also, be aware, you can't register the tool if more than 30 days have passed. They said what they meant and they meant what they said.
You have 90 days to register though.

No wonder people are misguided about LSA, seems most people can't be bothered to read basic terms.

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wlderdude
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I have this tool and the Megamax version as well. The Megamax was a swappable head system Ridgid rolled out and discontinued rather soon thereafter. Both work really well. The Megamax version is a little more powerful, rated for 1 1/8" bits, but really chews through batteries. I think this version is rated for 1" concrete bits.

I was about the try and sell the non-Megamax one, but the weekend I was going to list it, I needed it. I was trying to dig out some landscaping timbers from some really hard ground and needed a small jackhammer. It broke up the ground around the timbers and I got it done.

This is a great tool if you will be working with concrete, or needing to drill holes in concrete. It would be a fantastic choice for rock climbers who want to route set sport climbs. Be sure to use a big battery pack of at least Octane level, if not the newest. The smaller or older battery packs will fault out rather easily.

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