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4 1/2 angle grinders

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Joe Prostejovsk

04-24-2007 16:31:28




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I am looking at getting a new grinder what do you guys have and have use for a while. I would like to hear about models that have been bought in the last 2/3 year please, I got $100 to spend and want a good one but there are so many choices, thanks for the help




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Slowpoke

04-29-2007 00:44:44




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 Re: 4 1/2 angle grinders in reply to Joe Prostejovsky, 04-24-2007 16:31:28  
I have 35 year old RED Makita, newer Dewalt, B&D, Harbor Freight, and Craftsman. I don't notice any difference in power because I don't bear down on the work. I go with the Craftsman models with the paddle switch because if it's dropped, it will turn off. Those models also have a smaller grip handle than the thumb switch grinders. Makes it much easier to hold for long periods and since the handle is far back, it's difficult to use with one hand and forces one to use a side handle at the head. My hand gets tired holding the other brands around the motor and they lead to unsafe one handed grinding. My first Craftsman is about 10 years old and I bought 3 more of the exact same model on ebay.

But be careful, any model can grind a nasty gash in flesh in an instant.

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Slowpoke

04-29-2007 00:43:50




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 Re: 4 1/2 angle grinders in reply to Joe Prostejovsky, 04-24-2007 16:31:28  
I have 35 year old RED Makita, newer Dewalt, B&D, Harbor Freight, and Craftsman. I don't notice any difference in power because I don't bear down on the work. I go with the Craftsman models with the paddle switch because if it's dropped, it will turn off. Those models also have a smaller grip handle than the thumb switch grinders. Makes it much easier to hold for long periods and since the handle is far back, it's difficult to use with one hand and forces one to use a side handle at the head. My hand gets tired holding the other brands around the motor and they lead to unsafe one handed grinding. My first Craftsman is about 10 years old and I bought 3 more of the exact same model on ebay.

But be careful, any model can grind a nasty gash in flesh in an instant.

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Bernoulli/OR

04-26-2007 00:28:44




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 Re: 4 1/2 angle grinders in reply to Joe Prostejovsky, 04-24-2007 16:31:28  
I have a Metabo which I like, but I bought it more for its comfort in my hands and its switch. Most of the welders I know use Bosch.



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jmixigo

04-25-2007 19:41:23




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 Re: 4 1/2 angle grinders in reply to Joe Prostejovsky, 04-24-2007 16:31:28  
I have 4 big tool boxes-One at the OSB plant where I work at least one day a week, one at the shop where I work at least two days a week, one at the cotton mill where I work at least one day a week, an one on my company truck where I spend way too much time in. I don't have a box at home, just lots of tools scattered through the house, barn, and shop. Every box has one or two Metabo 7" 9000 rpm "slicer" type grinders, and one or two 4 1/2" grinders that are mostly used for surface prep. I replace about one one grinder a month because I spend prolly 30 hours a week with a grinder in my hand. I like the 7" Metabo but ain't been too impressed with the 4 1/2". I get good service out of DeWalt, Milwaukee, Ryobi,and really good service out of Bosh 4 1/2" grinders. You can get a pretty good un for $70.00 new or $30.00 at the pawn shop if you shop a mite.

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chuck davis

04-25-2007 14:57:51




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 Re: 4 1/2 angle grinders in reply to Joe Prostejovsky, 04-24-2007 16:31:28  
Metabo makes a good one. I have one of those and an older DeWalt i have had for at least 10 years.Do not buy the "cheap" DeWalt it has a smaller motor.You will pay upwards of $100 for the larger DeWalt.



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Tim B from MA

04-25-2007 12:09:43




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 Re: 4 1/2 angle grinders in reply to Joe Prostejovsky, 04-24-2007 16:31:28  
What ever you get, make sure the switch is comfortable and easy to use with gloves on. A paddle switch is best.

My dad had a Makita with a little thumb switch, tough to use, and almost impossible when working in hard to reach places.

I have a Dewalt, it's a good grinder.



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Cliff Neubauer

04-25-2007 09:26:53




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 Re: 4 1/2 angle grinders in reply to Joe Prostejovsky, 04-24-2007 16:31:28  
I've had Makita, Craftsman and now a Metabo and the Metabo is my favorite by far. I bought the Metabo used off ebay for $35 with shipping and two new blades three years ago, it was well used when I bought it (I figured if nothing else I would put it on the service truck) but I've still ran at least a couple hundred blades through it with no problems.



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Cliff (VA)

04-25-2007 05:06:12




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 Re: 4 1/2 angle grinders in reply to Joe Prostejovsky, 04-24-2007 16:31:28  
A few weeks ago there was a post about a job where many different brands of grinder were all used to do the same work.

You might want to check it out.

Cliff(VA)



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IHC Red

04-24-2007 20:41:51




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 Re: 4 1/2 angle grinders in reply to Joe Prostejovsky, 04-24-2007 16:31:28  
Metabo grinders are very good. A junk man I know said he used to wear out other brands every few weeks, but he has only had to buy one Metabo.

They are German made and cost about $125 for a 4.5 inch.



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rad

04-24-2007 20:39:48




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 Re: 4 1/2 angle grinders in reply to Joe Prostejovsky, 04-24-2007 16:31:28  
For best quality hard to beat Milwaukiee. Have has several Makitas, but they didn't stand up all that well. Now I buy Harbor Freight grinders for $17 and they seem to last about as well as the Mikita at a third the price. These days I use the Milwaukiee primarily for heavy duty wire brushing on rusty restorations.



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Stumpalump

04-24-2007 18:52:16




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 Re: 4 1/2 angle grinders in reply to Joe Prostejovsky, 04-24-2007 16:31:28  
I bought the Makita because it has a slightly swept back handle for egonomics. It really does give a bit more control for smother finish compaired to the industrial craftsman that wore out after 12 years abuse.



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cb in wisc

04-24-2007 17:49:15




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 Re: 4 1/2 angle grinders in reply to Joe Prostejovsky, 04-24-2007 16:31:28  
I had a Black and Decker industrial at home and served me well. Now I have a Dewalt and so far it's doing what I need it to do. At work we have a Makita and a Dewalt. The Dewalt has more power
and only one out of five guys likes the switch on the Makita. I know I wouldn't buy one.
At work we call the HF ones throw aways, use them
and then pitch em when they quit. I was thinking about getting one just to put a brush on
and leave the grinding wheel on my dewalt. We used to have Milwaukee's at work but they would not hold up to the work.

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135 Fan

04-24-2007 17:33:41




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 Re: 4 1/2 angle grinders in reply to Joe Prostejovsky, 04-24-2007 16:31:28  
You might want to consider a 5 inch instead. They have more power and are more durable. Any name brand is usually good as long as you don't force it and let it do the work. I wouldn't waste my money on a cheap $20 or $30 dollar grinder. They are cheap but the one time you need it for a bigger job it will self destruct. My opinion. Dave



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Easy1

04-24-2007 21:41:35




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 Re: 4 1/2 angle grinders in reply to 135 Fan, 04-24-2007 17:33:41  
I got a real beast out in the garage. It is what is called a "saxaphone" grinder. It's a 6 in air grinder. I got it working on big die work years back. Gotta have a face shield and protective gear on to use it.



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Maark

04-24-2007 17:20:17




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 Re: 4 1/2 angle grinders in reply to Joe Prostejovsky, 04-24-2007 16:31:28  
I went to a Pawn Shop. Bought a DeWalt for $30.00.



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Dan Frazier

04-24-2007 17:02:12




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 Re: 4 1/2 angle grinders in reply to Joe Prostejovsky, 04-24-2007 16:31:28  
I have had the millwaukee for about 7 years has been the best grinder I have had



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Tim23

04-24-2007 16:54:20




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 Re: 4 1/2 angle grinders in reply to Joe Prostejovsky, 04-24-2007 16:31:28  
I have a Harbor Freight grinder that I've used for the past 10 years and still works good. I think I paid $10 for it back then. Also have a Black and Decker that has been good for me. Had it about 4 yrs now.



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Larry in Mo

04-24-2007 16:49:35




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 Re: 4 1/2 angle grinders in reply to Joe Prostejovsky, 04-24-2007 16:31:28  
At that price you can pick almost any brand name. Or, you can go to harborfreight.com. They have a large selection from Milwaukee on down, and you won't spend $100. I have one I paid 19.95 at Orschlin Supply 7-8 yrs ago, and a B&D from Wal-Mart for &60.00. Every thing from cutting blades to wire cup buffers and no complaint. LE



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