Tell me which dremel tool I want!

[Dale Moser]

Wife/mom/sister/MIL are on me about a Christmas list.

I've got grinders and saws and routers, but sometimes I find myself wanting something smaller for tight spots and what not. I just want the rotary tool, not the saws.

Which one do you have and which attachments can I not live without?

[unionmade482]

i think they sell a whole kit,comes with most all attachments
after that you can figure out your self witch ones ya really need/want

[Olphart]

The one I use the most is the chainsaw sharpener. It is a battery operated, 2 speed, rig and works like a charm. Much quicker than filing by hand.

[one66stang]

http://www.amazon.com/Dremel-225-01-Flex-Shaft-Attachment/dp/B0000302Y8

[Bucksaw]

Whichever one you get, don't get the rechargeable one. Its much better to go with the plug-in model because the rechargeable ones don't last long on a charge.

[txpitdog]

Whichever one you get, don't get the rechargeable one. Its much better to go with the plug-in model because the rechargeable ones don't last long on a charge.

Agree!

[Draco]

Don't get the one with the flexible shaft. You always need a place to hang the motor part. Be sure to get the variable speed model. There is a lot that you don't need the full speed. Tell them to get an extra pack of the unbreakable cutting discs. I use more of them than any thing else. The cutting discs make great grinders to get into very tight places.

[rbljack]

Whichever one you get, don't get the rechargeable one. Its much better to go with the plug-in model because the rechargeable ones don't last long on a charge.

Not trying to say your wrong, just offering another viewpoint here. I spent the money on a rechargeable one with the lithium ion battery, and I LOVE it.

I typically grab it for small projects, and not having to worry about a plug or outlet is a great convenience. Because its not being used extensively, the battery doesn't go dead when im using it.

So it really depends. If I need the power or extended use, I grab a corded sander, etc. If its a quick zip zip and your done, drill a few holes etc....I like the rechargeable dremel.

They offer great sales on the accessory kits around Christmas too.

[dogcatcher]

Don't get the one with the flexible shaft. You always need a place to hang the motor part. Be sure to get the variable speed model. There is a lot that you don't need the full speed. Tell them to get an extra pack of the unbreakable cutting discs. I use more of them than any thing else. The cutting discs make great grinders to get into very tight places.

The flex shafts come off, I use mine both ways. For some jobs the flex shaft works better than trying to hold the Dremel and guide the burr. I have the Dremel 4000 plus a couple of "off brands" generic rotary tools, all of the accessories mix and match. I also have 3 of the flex shafts, one with a woodcarving chisel set up, one with a cutting disc and one with a round burr, they interchange and fit the Dremel, the B&D and the generic brand.

I would go with a the Dremel 4000 and the flex shaft unit as an extra.