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   dukeone | Jan 28, 2007 05:33am | #1

   Mike: Good tool, expensive but worth it, IMHO, blades very costly. Larger version called SuperCut may be more usefull tool in the long run. Nice thing about trimming wood with vibrateing tool is most of the dust just falls down instead of going airborne. Good detail sander also.

   Duke

   "... Buy the best and only cry once.........

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   justinh | Jan 28, 2007 07:52am | #2

   For cuts where I am almost certain to hit a nail or quality isn't paramount use home made blades.  Buy a cheap back saw from one of the big box stores and cut it into strips with a grinder.  Drill a 3/8" hole in the back and you have a usable blade.  You can get b/w 6-8 blades from one saw that costs $10 and takes about 30 min. to do.

    

   Justin

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   Stumper | Jan 28, 2007 08:28am | #3

   Mike,

   I have a Multi-tool with several of the different blades and I keep finding new uses for it. I don't think that you'll be disappointed with it even if the blades are expensive. I used mine with a carbide blade to remove the grout line to remove some ceramic tile and it was like cutting butter! It made such an impression with the pro tile setter, that he bought one for his own use. Considering all the different blades and uses, I use the sander the least and it does a good job in its intended place.

   Good luck

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   nikkiwood | Jan 28, 2007 09:03am | #4

   I think the tool probably has limited applications for cabinetmakers.

   But if you are doing extensive remodeling, I think it is invaluable. You can make cuts that are near impossible with any other tool, including making the holes for your register larger.

   As you have probably figured out, even the blades from Fein are expensive.

   But fortunately, there is a guy who sells four of the most useful blades on eBay for about half the price. I have used these blades extensively, and they are every bit as good as those sold by Fein.

   http://tinyurl.com/365h4d

   If you're interested in making your own wood cutting blades, I have several links I can provide from folks over at Breaktime who have done so.

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   John Wooden 1910-

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   xmike | Jan 28, 2007 09:21pm | #8

   Hi,

   I would be interested in the links for making your own blaces.  That sounds interesting, even if I never did it myself.

   Thanks for the input.

   Mike D

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   nikkiwood | Jan 29, 2007 12:23am | #9

   Both threads are from Breaktime.http://forums.taunton.com/tp-breaktime/messages?msg=83179.1This one has 90 some posts, but this post should get you started:http://forums.taunton.com/tp-breaktime/messages?msg=66253.10But do read through the entire thread for the most complete info.********************************************************
   "It is what we learn after we think we know it all, that counts."

   John Wooden 1910-

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   xmike | Jan 29, 2007 02:41am | #10

   Thanks for the links.

   Great reading - think I might have to try that when my new tool comes in.

   Mike D

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   nikkiwood | Jan 29, 2007 03:10am | #11

   I haven't tried to make my own yet, but I thought Luka's step-by-step instructions (with photos) were very well done.********************************************************
   "It is what we learn after we think we know it all, that counts."

   John Wooden 1910-

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   hammer1 | Jan 28, 2007 06:41pm | #5

   "Quickly and easily" is a bit of a misnomer. The Multimaster works simply by vibration. If the piece you are cutting vibrates at all, the tool won't work. The Multimaster is expensive but wait until you buy blades for it. It's a very specialized tool and after the baseboard job, you won't find much use for it. Chances are a nail will be right where you want to cut and the blade will be ruined, or a portion of it. You will also have to be very very careful not to cut into the wall or the floor. You may be better off to score with a sharp knife and gently chisel to the line. This is a slow process, just be patient and go a little at a time. The other option is just to remove the base, cut and re-install.

   Beat it to fit / Paint it to match

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   dgreen | Jan 28, 2007 07:36pm | #6

   The Multimaster does not vibrate. It oscilates in an arc. I find it to be a very useful tool. They have had a blade out for a year or so now that will cut right through nails. It is very controllable and the danger of cutting something unintentionally is minimal.------------------------------------

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   mufti | Jan 28, 2007 07:55pm | #7

              I have had two of these, the first just wore out over the years. Yes, the blades are costly, but it is surprising how often they turn up discounted at a store promotion.

   Very good for remod work as has been said, and better than sliced bread for cutting small square holes from one side through surfaces when you do not know what lies beneath but need to find out or create access points.

   If the switch stops working it will be because the pathetic bit of bent wire linking the slider to the switch has fallen out of a hole. So much for Swiss precision.