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    Default Dremel vs. Foredom

    I have decided to get a new rotary tool as the old cordless is starting make some really scary noises, but mainly because I am a sicko consumer. I know some of the guys around here have Foredoms and others have Dremels. I'm thinking about the whole setup, with tool holder and foot pedal. Any thoughts on which one I should get?

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    Before you trash the old one check the brushes on the motor. You can usually find new ones where you but bits for them.

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    I agree... check out the old unit first. As for your question.... it's kinda like asking should I buy a Yugo or a Ferrari? The Dremel is an ok tool but Fordom makes pro quality stuff. If I had the cash to spend on a rotary tool, Fordom would be getting my $$$.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Korndog
    I have decided to get a new rotary tool as the old cordless is starting make some really scary noises, but mainly because I am a sicko consumer. I know some of the guys around here have Foredoms and others have Dremels. I'm thinking about the whole setup, with tool holder and foot pedal. Any thoughts on which one I should get?
    Check your PM's. Info is there... also
    Checking your brushes is good advice.

    Fordom is the best... in my book.
    But if this has anything to do with making the finish on the blades go faster for your restorations, buy a 1750 rpm buffer and throw on a 6 inch radial bristle disc instead. You might have enough money left over to buy a Sears flex shaft variable speed. I think those are around $90.

    You do realize that tool prices are directly proprortional to new jewelry costs, don't you.

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    Quote Originally Posted by urleebird
    You do realize that tool prices are directly proprortional to new jewelry costs, don't you.
    Oh yes; I know that drill.

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    Do you think it would be beneficial to get a reversable machine? Seems like a nice feature for precision work without using your off-hand for tool handling.

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    Do you think it would be beneficial to get a reversable machine?
    Oh No... I would hurt myself.

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    Quote Originally Posted by urleebird
    Fordom is the best... in my book.
    But if this has anything to do with making the finish on the blades go faster for your restorations, buy a 1750 rpm buffer and throw on a 6 inch radial bristle disc instead. You might have enough money left over to buy a Sears flex shaft variable speed. I think those are around $90.
    You do realize that tool prices are directly proprortional to new jewelry costs, don't you.
    Any recs on the which 6" buffer? Are the 4" spindle models useless? And yes, Sears has the 400xpr Dremel for 90.00. That's a really good price. It's the model with the seperate rpm control and comes with a flexshaft. Otto Frei has the best price I have found on Foredom so far.

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    Any recs on the which 6" buffer?
    1/2 to 3/4 horse. Mine is a Baldor. 1750 rpm, not 3400. 1/2 to 5/8 arbor. I don't know where the best price is right now. You should buy a separate tapered spindle, right or left. It doesn't matter which.

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    I got my Foredom Woohoo! It's AWESOME!! Very nice heavy duty tool, and it sounds like a dream too. Thanks!

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