I've been looking at several reviews on tool because I'm considering buying one. So far, this is the best review on this cut off tool. Really impressive so thank you for this. I will check out your other videos.
Thanks, I appreciate that! I just did an Instagram story showing how I used this tool for reshaping a cheap screwdriver to make a baseball glove lace needle. It's very handy for all types of odd jobs.
This tool is AWESOME! So happy Milwaukee made a unique tool like this. I use mine to cut up very thick cardboard boxes and plastic containers. Does it effectively and effortless, way better than a sharp knife, angle grinder or a small circular saw which I used previously, now I only use this tool with the multi material blade!
So far used it to cut off nails in a closet in my old house remodel, nails and sheet metal, tested out the saw blade, it works better freehand than with the dust chute for those task, I have used it to cut a little vinyl tile.
Hey Mark. I know this is 5 years old and likely your not reviewing comments any more.I'm glad you did this review. Testing on many types of materials is key to understanding this amazing little tool. I love mine and use it all the time. Understanding its limitations, and its use is very important. Few reviewers have explained how important and flexible is the FORWARD AND REVERSE function of this tool. Like a circular saw whose blade cuts upward, this holds the saw down so it won't hop up. It pulls it DOWN to secure what you're cutting. Likewise with the Milwaukee tool, when you were cutting the tile you should change the direction so it pulls the tool down onto the material. Yours kept hoping up cutting the tile since you had the blade going in the wrong direction. Same when you were cutting the steel pipe. Bottom line, this baby cut off tool is actually much better than you made it appear. But I understand. It was your first use of the product. I've also found the Milwaukee blades aren't the best. I'm using Diablo 3" blades and they are much better. Pro tip: The shoe that is also the dust collector really helps with a straight line cut AND if you make sure the blade is cutting UP (like a circular saw) the dust collection works better.
Hey Jay, yes I still go though as many comments as I can keep up with and enjoy reading this. I appreciate you pointing all those things out. I think this is a tool that you have to use for awhile to really understand how useful it is. I now keep it stored on my tool wall with a Diablo blade in it ready to go. It's stored near my Wilton vise, because I use it all the time. It's actually one of my favorite tools that I would replace if something happened to it. I can't say there's a typical item I use it on. My family brings things to me that need to be fixed or built and it's amazing how many times this has helped make that happen. I haven't really tried it on tile yet, but have the attachment available when I'm ready for it.
I just ordered this so I can cutout plaster walls without making a mess, I have the same carbide blades for a sawsall but man it's messy and it doesn't always make the cleanest cut as the plaster chips away. Hoping this thing will be the ticket with the dust collection and I have no issue with it only have 5/8 depth like some people. Haven't Recieved it yet but I'm pretty stoked to get it in a few days.
Awesome review and video!! I used an air cut off tool to replace welded casters on a rack designed to carry tables. Wish I would've had this tool. Great work sir!
@@MarkThomasBuilder Where ever he is getting his pizza from, they don't know how to make great pizza or he is leaving the pizza at the job site for days, if he needs a Milwaukee cutoff tool to cut it...:)
greta little tool. I have been using all the m12 tools recently as either punch list tools or hand tool, replacmentzs. Its ntgo a tool you are ging to use all day, its not your primary work tool, but for a pro its a great punch list tool. Its small, and if I have a bunchof stuff to do it works great as a general cutter. Just used mine yesterday to repair a PVC railing I had tom replace that one of my crews broke on a job..... some guys commenting that there ait tool is so much better and faster.... as a real GC in the field I can attest that everything is faster then an air tool whe your running to job sites just trying to get a few items done as you make your way around the different jobs the company has active.
shocks, frozen bolts or nuts on the car/trucks. I use my plug in for auto work, cutting tile inside vent holes, sharping mower blades with the correct sanding disc. A battery tool would be cool- ridgid or bosch since those are the battery types I currently own.
Cutting off bolts off farm equipment that sits outside for years...like plows, discs, etc...:) Also, great for cutting off trailer locks where the lock has rusted shut and the locks that hold the hitches in the truck's receiver
Tip: for cutting ceramic/tile score a cut/track- line on the surface of the tile, to keep blade for slipping . And work cut line til blade works though tile, makes cleaner cut and saves the blade! Only rookies try to cut though ceramic with pass, it’s not wood‼️⛔️
It's very handy for various projects. It falls in between a Dremel cutoff wheel and a 4.5" angle grinder. I don't use it all the time, but when something needs cutting, I'm glad I have it.
@@MarkThomasBuilder I guess it's probably like my oscillating tool. I very rarely need it but when I do it saves me a lot of time. And does a better job
This tool looks like pice of crap. Totally useless. They should have done a variable speed reversible tiny angle grinder, but this is far from a good tool. No buy!!
I've been responding to several comments about this tool lately. I actually find it very handy, but I classify it somewhere between a Dremel cutting wheel and an angle grinder.
@@MarkThomasBuilder a coworker had a Milwaukee grinder (battery operated) so he went to change grinding disc but the battery was still installed, hand was on disc and he press the trigger by accident and cut his right palm really bad, he was out for 1 month, just saying.
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I've been looking at several reviews on tool because I'm considering buying one. So far, this is the best review on this cut off tool. Really impressive so thank you for this. I will check out your other videos.
Thanks, I appreciate that! I just did an Instagram story showing how I used this tool for reshaping a cheap screwdriver to make a baseball glove lace needle. It's very handy for all types of odd jobs.
This tool is AWESOME! So happy Milwaukee made a unique tool like this. I use mine to cut up very thick cardboard boxes and plastic containers. Does it effectively and effortless, way better than a sharp knife, angle grinder or a small circular saw which I used previously, now I only use this tool with the multi material blade!
Those are some great ideas. I'll have to try it. Thanks!
I used to open my beer cans with my angle grinder, but I can see this thing would probably be more suited for the task.
So far used it to cut off nails in a closet in my old house remodel, nails and sheet metal, tested out the saw blade, it works better freehand than with the dust chute for those task, I have used it to cut a little vinyl tile.
I find that it comes in handy for many unplanned tasks.
Hey Mark. I know this is 5 years old and likely your not reviewing comments any more.I'm glad you did this review. Testing on many types of materials is key to understanding this amazing little tool. I love mine and use it all the time. Understanding its limitations, and its use is very important. Few reviewers have explained how important and flexible is the FORWARD AND REVERSE function of this tool. Like a circular saw whose blade cuts upward, this holds the saw down so it won't hop up. It pulls it DOWN to secure what you're cutting. Likewise with the Milwaukee tool, when you were cutting the tile you should change the direction so it pulls the tool down onto the material. Yours kept hoping up cutting the tile since you had the blade going in the wrong direction. Same when you were cutting the steel pipe.
Bottom line, this baby cut off tool is actually much better than you made it appear. But I understand. It was your first use of the product. I've also found the Milwaukee blades aren't the best. I'm using Diablo 3" blades and they are much better. Pro tip: The shoe that is also the dust collector really helps with a straight line cut AND if you make sure the blade is cutting UP (like a circular saw) the dust collection works better.
Hey Jay, yes I still go though as many comments as I can keep up with and enjoy reading this.
I appreciate you pointing all those things out. I think this is a tool that you have to use for awhile to really understand how useful it is. I now keep it stored on my tool wall with a Diablo blade in it ready to go. It's stored near my Wilton vise, because I use it all the time. It's actually one of my favorite tools that I would replace if something happened to it.
I can't say there's a typical item I use it on. My family brings things to me that need to be fixed or built and it's amazing how many times this has helped make that happen. I haven't really tried it on tile yet, but have the attachment available when I'm ready for it.
Really surprising how versatile and powerful this tool is. Great vid bro!
Thanks, man! I keep mine on the first shelf of my work corner. I'm always grabbing it for random projects.
I just bought one yesterday. Tool only was $139. The tool with battery charger and 4.0 battery was $149 and you get a nice tool bag with it.
I never thought I was use it as much as I do. It comes in handy for so many things!
Great job on the review! I really enjoy mine. I've used it for everything so far but ceramic tile. Works great!
Thanks, man! It's always within reach in my work corner.
I just ordered this so I can cutout plaster walls without making a mess, I have the same carbide blades for a sawsall but man it's messy and it doesn't always make the cleanest cut as the plaster chips away. Hoping this thing will be the ticket with the dust collection and I have no issue with it only have 5/8 depth like some people. Haven't Recieved it yet but I'm pretty stoked to get it in a few days.
I use this tool a lot more that I thought i would. There's so many little cutting or grinding projects that come up.
Awesome review and video!! I used an air cut off tool to replace welded casters on a rack designed to carry tables. Wish I would've had this tool. Great work sir!
Thank you! I always keep this tool nearby. It's very handy!
buy the pvc shear for cutting pvc, no mess, no noise
I just checked it out and I agree with you, it's awesome.
How does it work for handcuffs?
Haha, no problem.
I use it for junkyard adventures--cut a patch panel for my nephews mustang. too much dust for drywall use
I agree with the drywall dust. I use this tool all the time for a wide variety of metal cutting.
what kind of vac hose goes with this?
Excellent review, definitely been eying this one for a while.
Thanks, it's a handy tool. I'm going to keep it ready to go in my work corner.
You can use water while cutting the tile! ;)
Good idea, thanks!
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I'm a handyman and I use this tool alot. It's very handy. You can use Dremel blades.
Hey I'm in Michigan too!!!
That's cool! I'll have to try the Dremel blades.
Which size Dremel blades does it work with?
@@urjnlegend www.homedepot.com/p/Dremel-Saw-Max-3-in-Carbide-Multi-Purpose-Wheel-for-Wood-Plywood-Composites-Laminate-Flooring-Drywall-PVC-and-Plastics-SM500/202895823
Probably bolts and sheet metal. Looks like a nice tool.
I use this way more that I though I would. There are so many tasks that this is handy for.
Is there a good blade to cut aluminum?
If you're looking for a circular saw blade, check the Diablo metal & aluminum blades. There aren't many options with this cutoff tool.
This tool is great for cutting pizza!
Haha, the pizza sauce would go flying!
@@MarkThomasBuilder Where ever he is getting his pizza from, they don't know how to make great pizza or he is leaving the pizza at the job site for days, if he needs a Milwaukee cutoff tool to cut it...:)
Will this work very well for stealing catalytic converters?
Oh wow🤷♂️
@@MarkThomasBuilder it's a joke !!
Haha, good one! I'll be ready if you comment on my Milwaukee bolt cutter video.
Wonder how this would work to cut bolts
It would slice them like butter! 💯💪
cutting down fan motor shafts
This would wok well for that!
greta little tool. I have been using all the m12 tools recently as either punch list tools or hand tool, replacmentzs. Its ntgo a tool you are ging to use all day, its not your primary work tool, but for a pro its a great punch list tool. Its small, and if I have a bunchof stuff to do it works great as a general cutter. Just used mine yesterday to repair a PVC railing I had tom replace that one of my crews broke on a job..... some guys commenting that there ait tool is so much better and faster.... as a real GC in the field I can attest that everything is faster then an air tool whe your running to job sites just trying to get a few items done as you make your way around the different jobs the company has active.
I agree, this M12 is very handy!
What kind of project would you use a cut off grinder for?
shocks, frozen bolts or nuts on the car/trucks. I use my plug in for auto work, cutting tile inside vent holes, sharping mower blades with the correct sanding disc. A battery tool would be cool- ridgid or bosch since those are the battery types I currently own.
Cutting off bolts off farm equipment that sits outside for years...like plows, discs, etc...:)
Also, great for cutting off trailer locks where the lock has rusted shut and the locks that hold the hitches in the truck's receiver
@Ricky Roma you should have just used a jab saw, you never needed your drywall knife
3 inch dremel wheels fit great and are cheaper then the milwaukee!! and u can get a wood cutting wheel that works amazing even on hard wood
Oh really, that's good to know. The Milwaukee replacement blades are expensive.
Tip: for cutting ceramic/tile score a cut/track- line on the surface of the tile, to keep blade for slipping . And work cut line til blade works though tile, makes cleaner cut and saves the blade!
Only rookies try to cut though ceramic with pass, it’s not wood‼️⛔️
Thanks, sounds like great advice! I'm looking to do some ceramic tile someday.
The wheel looks too small most people would think to buy a grinder instead of
It's a specialized tool that I'm using more than I initially thought.
What brand that mask
It's the RZ Mask. I just started using it in the fall of 2018.
Thanks bro👍🏻
Cut vinyl flooring
I never thought of it for that....interesting!
No offense. But why would somebody want that. Or need that?
It's very handy for various projects. It falls in between a Dremel cutoff wheel and a 4.5" angle grinder. I don't use it all the time, but when something needs cutting, I'm glad I have it.
@@MarkThomasBuilder I guess it's probably like my oscillating tool. I very rarely need it but when I do it saves me a lot of time. And does a better job
Mine is useless so far.
This tool looks like pice of crap. Totally useless. They should have done a variable speed reversible tiny angle grinder, but this is far from a good tool. No buy!!
I've been responding to several comments about this tool lately. I actually find it very handy, but I classify it somewhere between a Dremel cutting wheel and an angle grinder.
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U should be a cake decorator, u keep on complaining about dust, its dirty, plus u changed blade with battery installed.
I did complain? I'm not a fan of breathing dust is the main issue. Good idea to take the battery out.
@@MarkThomasBuilder a coworker had a Milwaukee grinder (battery operated) so he went to change grinding disc but the battery was still installed, hand was on disc and he press the trigger by accident and cut his right palm really bad, he was out for 1 month, just saying.
Yikes! I'll remember to take the battery out next time!