Re: Where to Buy Woodworking Tools?

thanks for your replies incc63 and papabear.
i saw this drill in ebay.ph
is this okay for the price? it sells for 2000
does anyone have an idea how much this cost in hrm? sorry if i ask too much. i dont have my own car and i just want to save on transportation costs. thanks again

Specifications
Voltage 18 V
No Load Speed 1250 RPM
Chuck Capacity 13 mm
Chuck Type Keyless
Torque Settings 20
Batteries 2
Charge Time 3-5 Hours
Tool Weight 2.1 kg

Re: Where to Buy Woodworking Tools?

try stores in T Alonzo Sta Cruz Manila near Arranque Market or DAsmarinas st in Binondo. There are lot of hardware stores selling 10-20% lower than mall prices for popular brands like DeWalt, Black and Decker, Bosch, etc.

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Seems ok but that's just a guess. I use an older model of the same brand and they're working find. Just be sure you buy from a reputable seller. The photo you posted is a stock photo from the manufacturer. I would ask for an actual photo. Some of the GMC tools sold on eBay PH are used, some are excess inventory, so it is best to check.

If you don't yet own corded drill, I would suggest you first buy one of those first. They're more general purpose.

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can corded drills be used to drive screws through wood?

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Yes, if the drill you have is variable speed. The screws that drive best in wood without the need for predrilling are gypsum screws and tek screws.

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Also, on variable speed reversing drills, you can set the clutch to disengage when the screw reaches a certain depth in the wood.

Another alternative to setting depth is to use an adjustable screw depth attachment.

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Crazyboi_6, bear in mind that without a clutch, my corded drill does not have one, it takes some practice to not over drive a screw into a material. When working on a project, I suggest you drive your screws short and then use a screw driver to drive it in the rest of the way. If the base material is hard, resist the urge to be lazy and drill holes first so it will not take a Hurculean effort.

Also make sure you use a good fitting driver bit. Corded drills are very powerful and without a clutch a poor fitting bit can easily destroy the screw head. Speaking of screw heads, forget using plain slotted screws, use Phillips screws.

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does this mean that if i buy a drill without variable speed, i can still drive screws through wood? i just have to be careful? i might buy a corded drill instead of cordless cuz its cheaper. thanks

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I guess so but it would be even more difficult. A variable speed drill I think would not cost that much more. I'm not even sure if there are fixed speed drills anymore.

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thanks for the info incc63

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just came from hmr pioneer and i was not able to buy any power tool. the power tools are too expensive. a set or cordless drill goes for 3500 and the cheapest i saw was around 2000 without the accessories...

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Yes, I went to HMR too to buy tools and came out empty handed. I reckon the prices are high considering that they are selling second hand units. Probably its a matter of going more often to check what units are available and hope to get a bargain. None the less I feel hesitant to get second hand tools specially the powered ones.

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Just to let you know, the major tool manufacturers are currently switching over their cordless tools line with lithium-ion batteries. So now they are selling their nicad power tools at deep discounts, as much as 75% off their retail prices.

So far only Ryobi sells an after market lith-ion battery and charger pack to fit in their current nicad ONE+ power tools.

What will this mean to you? You might see a corresponding drop in prices for the nicad power tools. Or the stores might just pocket the difference and still sell them at the same retail price.

If you are going to buy a corded drill, I would suggest getting a heavy duty 1/2 inch VSR hammer drill. This will serve as your all-in-one drill in the meantime. Once you are able to purchase a (3/8") cordless drill, it will then serve as your day-to-day light-medium duty drill and the corded one as backup heavy duty tool.

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"Good things never last" I guess this is what is happening with HMR's power tools. Save-On-Surplus also sells the same brands but their prices are even higher.

All you really need to get started is an electric drill, a corded one will do, a manual saw, a block plane, a hammer, a few chisels, a few screwdrivers, and a bunch of measuring tools. I even started with a manual drill. Then every chance you get look for a sign saying "SALE".

One of the most needed power tools for wood working is a table saw. I thought there was no way I was going to afford one since these cost upwards of 10k when I was looking. Now I have 12" commercial grade saw now, a hand-me-down from my late uncle. My first table saw however I built myself. Here is the frame of it:

It is really more complicated that it needs to be. For inspiration, I would suggest you visit one of the many coco lumber stores. The shafting assembly can be bought most industrial supplies.

The point of this is you can build your tools if you like.

BTW 10" table saws from China are now available for P7k (last I looked).

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I have been a handyman myself and I love woodworking. I now have the following tools and still looking for something more:

2 plunge routers - Makita (1/4") and Ozito (1/2"). I used to have a fixed base router pero nalaglag, basag.

1 China-made circular saw (7" blade)

1 GMC brand table saw (10" blade)

1 GMC brand corded drill with loys of bits (it has forward-reverse function and variable speed too)

1 China-made electric planer

1 cordless drill (forgot the brand)

I am looking for a GMC scroll saw and a bench press drill (I am thinking of making the scroll saw featured at vintageprojects.com, using a sawing machine head for the up-down motion of the blade). Will buy an Ozito rotary tool maybe at the end of the month (a Father's Day gift to myself, hehehe).

Cheers! :'(