Makita 18V LXTdie

Makita Releases New Cordless Die Grinder to the 18V LXT Line

Whats more exciting than a Makita girl? A new tool from Makita the 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless 1?4” Die Grinder and best of all it comes in Makita’s seafoam color. Its powered by Makita’s proven 18V LXT battery, has a 30…

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Makita Cordless Compound Miter Saw LXSL01

Makita Adds a new Cordless Miter Saw to the 18V LXT Line Up

This just came through the wire a cordless compound miter saw OMG!  I love it! Finally the miter saw has cut the cord. MAKITA ADDS CORDLESS MITER SAW TO GROWING 18V LXT LINE-UP The compact and portable LXSL01 is a…

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Makita 18V Cordless Metal Cutting Saw – BCS550

We are happy to do another Makita review.  A while back we did a lot of Makita reviews, but lately we have let the Makita reviews slide.  It’s a shame because we know a lot of you have emailed us…

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Makita Introduces Two New Routers

  Makita announced two new additions to their power tool line up, the RP1800 and the RP2301 Routers.  The major difference between the routers is the RP2301FC is a variable speed router.  These two routers pack a powerful punch with…

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Makita’s New 18V Cordless Impact Driver

Makita introduced their new 18V LXT cordless Impact Driver.  Yes, they already had an Impact Driver available (See our Review), but this one has a twist to it.  The main difference on this impact driver is Makita uses a three…

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Makita LXT Battery and Charger Review

    Included in Makita’s LXT702 tool kit is the LXT Rapid Optimum Battery Charger and two LXT Lithium-Ion 3.0Ah batteries. The charger comes with a good cooling fan to allow for quicker recharge when the batteries are low. The…

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Makita LXT Job Site Radio Review – BMR100W

   Wow! You will never have to be bored again, even when doing the most mundane work that every once in a while you have to do. Makita’s 18V LXT Lithium-Ion FM/AM Job Site Radio definitely cranks out the tunes,…

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Makita LXT Flashlight Review – BML185

  Most of your basic major brand name tool kits come with a Flashlight, and Makita is no exception.  In this particular kit Makita provides a high illumination, high powered light at 4,500 Lux. The flashlight is consistent with Makita’s…

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Makita LXT Impact Driver Review – BTD141

  This is a review of the Makita Impact Driver model number BTD141 that came in the kit.  The Makita Impact Driver is built with a 4-pole maximum torque motor that delivers 1330 in. lbs. of torque. It has a convenient…

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Makita LXT Circular Saw Review – BSS611

  The Circular saw is always a fun tool to use, and Makita’s cordless version here is no different. The Makita Circular saw model number is BSS611 and came  in the tool kit.   It is built with a D35…

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Makita LXT Grinder Review – BGA452

  This is a review of the Makita Grinder model number BGA452 that came in the kit  LXT702.  The Makita Grinder is built well. The motor delivers 10,000 RPMs and subsequently produces fast and effective grinding. Like all Makita tools…

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Makita LXT Contractor Bag Review

  This is a review of the Makita Contractor bag that came in the kit LXT702.   No one really thinks that much about the bag they will be getting when they order a set of tools. In the case of…

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Makita LXT Reciprocating Saw Review – BJR182

  The Makita built Reciprocating Saw model number BJR182 has a D35 high torque motor that delivers 50% faster cutting than most of it’s competition, cutting with a 1-1/8″ stroke that cuts 2900 SPM.  This saw can be bought separately or…

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Makita LXT Drill/Driver Review – BHP452

    This Makita Drill/Driver is built with a maximum torque motor that delivers 450 in. lbs. of efficient torque, and at the same time is very compact in size. It is only 8″ long and weighs in at a…

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Makita Tools

    We have received a lot of emails about Makita Tools and if we recommend them.  One of the biggest concerns we see is readers wondering about their quality.  Almost everyone points out that they are made in China…

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