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Hand Power Tools? - GeorgeV - 01-13-2020
I have a number of hand power tools with cords that I no longer use and would be willing to donate them rather than throw them out. I do realize that battery operated tools are more portable and in fashion, however, these tools are still functional in spite of having cords.
Any suggestions. I am in Maryland.
RE: Hand Power Tools? - Admiral - 01-13-2020
My first impulse would be a local Habitat organization, not the restore, but the builders.....
RE: Hand Power Tools? - fredhargis - 01-13-2020
Agree with Admiral, The Habitat organization would be a great place.
RE: Hand Power Tools? - ®smpr_fi_mac® - 01-13-2020
I sold all mine through CL or FB Market.
RE: Hand Power Tools? - K. L. McReynolds - 01-13-2020
How about a veterans help group? You could look up some groups on Mike Rowe's Returning the Favor on FaceBook.
RE: Hand Power Tools? - stav - 01-13-2020
Not everyone wants battery operated tools. I still hold out for cords as much as possible just because of how infrequently I get to use them. When I do, I don't want to be standing around waiting for batteries to charge.
RE: Hand Power Tools? - jppierson - 01-13-2020
(01-13-2020, 01:31 PM)stav Wrote: Not everyone wants battery operated tools. I still hold out for cords as much as possible just because of how infrequently I get to use them. When I do, I don't want to be standing around waiting for batteries to charge.
I have to agree. I wont buy a battery powered tool. The form and fit of the batteries constantly change, then become obsolete before the tool wears out. Then you have to buy a new one. Sort of like the induction hardened hand saws, throw aways. If I need a portable power screw driver or drill, out comes the bit brace, which is what I use when I tap my maple trees.
RE: Hand Power Tools? - ®smpr_fi_mac® - 01-13-2020
I dunno about *constantly*.
Don't battery systems have a 10-15 year life cycle?
I'm okay with that.
RE: Hand Power Tools? - Handplanesandmore - 01-14-2020
Cordless tools like cordless routers or drills are great but they will never replace the corded versions in my shop. Unless you have a spare charged battery ready, your flow of work can be interrupted. I always have a corded drill in my shop for heavy and prolonged boring tasks. The jigsaw is another example where a corded version can be handy.
Simon
RE: Hand Power Tools? - ®smpr_fi_mac® - 01-15-2020
I maintain two spare batteries for my DeWalt 20V system on the chargers at all times.