Thread: Which model of dremel tool

Hi. I am thinking on getting myself a demel tool to start cleaning out some of my old razors but there seams to be more than 1 dremel model. Can anyone here tell me if there is one model that is recommended for cleaning out straight razors. Thanks

I can tell you that I have two of them. I have the 10.8 volt variable speed cordless and the 300 series variable speed. I like them both and they seem to work great. I think the single speed models will put you at more rish of injury and of ruining blades.
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I have owned several Dremel tools and I've been very satisfied withall except the cordless one. However, I am now using and recommending the Proxxon rotary tools. I like the machine and the accessories. I find them to be a better value than Dremel. Check it out here:PROXXON TOOLS: Precision Rotary Tool FBS 115/E - The General Store
but I'm sure you can find better prices elsewhere. I also love their miniature machines. The micro machinists lathe and miller are very cool. I have the drill press set up for the rotary tool and it is a wonderful thing.

i have used couple and didn't like their speed but finally i got one with foot pedal and you can control the speed i like it i could change speed anytime and don't have any problem with heating up the blade anymore.

one thing is for sure... none like the cordless one so I will stay away from that one and one with variable speed sound excellent. Thank you guys for the tips.

Thank you for that link to Porxxon, I'm definitely gonna check those bits out.

As for dremel, I have the XPR400 I got a few years ago, not my first dremel but definitely my favorite so far.

if I were you and you are considering restoration I would consider investing in the chuck collet so you have one collet that can fit multiple tips (even tips from other tools like Proxxon).

The flexible shaft addon is something you may want if you plan on doing some hand shaping or carving.

I recently picked up the Dremel Drill Press accessory as well. It's got a bit more plastic on it than I prefer on a power tool and I'm sure it's not as sturdy as it costs, but I only use it for drilling pin holes in scales and light duty shaping.

You can set the trill press so the tip as right at the table, add on a drum sander and there's your light duty shaper for shaping the wedge to fit the scales contours.

just some extra parts to consider.

**EDIT**
I have never heard of anyone happy with the cordless, I've never owned one so I will not say it is bad, that is just the general consensus I have heard.

if you have the funds
Flexshaft Power Carver Kit by Wecheer (Bench Top Model)
if you want cheaper chinese version check the flex shaft grinder
American Science & Surplus : Rotary and Dremel Tools

If I had the funds I'd go with the Wecheer because it has knob sped regulator not pedal.

Dont get the cordless model Dremel! Battery does not last long enough for any hardcore use.

I own the Dremel XPR 4000. $80 or something like that at Home Depot. Good tool.

The Wechee and the Foredom are the cadillacs of rotary tools. Their major advantage is the ability to go as low as 500 rpm which gives excellent control. By contrast the Dremel and clones have a minimum speed of 5000 rpm! Speed control is very important when cleaning up/restoring razors. The lower speeds are very useful when using sandpaper on the blades.

There are knockoffs of the Wecheer/Foredom on Ebay that are very suitable for our work. Hi_Bud_Gl found one listing for $99. I managed to get mine for $49 a few years ago. It takes a bit of time to search thru Ebay for it but it is worth it. I have 2 Dremels but do not use them on razors anymore.

Hope this helps,

Originally Posted by randydance062449

The Weecher and the Foredom are the cadillacs of rotary tools. Their major advantage is the ability to go as low as 500 rpm which gives excellent control. By contrast the Dremel and clones have a minimum speed of 5000 rpm! Speed control is very important when cleaning up/restoring razors. The lower spees are very useful when using sandpaper on the blades.

There are knockoffs of the Weecher/Foredom on Ebay that are very suitable for our work. Hi_Bud_Gl found one listing for $99. I managed to get mine for $49 a few years ago. It takes a bit of time to search thru Ebay for it but it is worth it. I have 2 Dremels but do not use them on razors anymore.

Hope this helps,

the one from American Science Surplus I posted is a clone of Wecheer/Foredom and is only 70 bucks, exactly the same tool as the 99 dollar one on eBay.