I Never Knew This TRICK About the OSCILLATING MULTITOOL?!
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Published 2023-10-15
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I Never Knew This TRICK About the OSCILLATING MULTITOOL?!
Many people rely on multitools to make plunge cuts in various spaces. And most people use multitools with the blade projecting straight out the front of the tool.
However, some people insist that turning the blade 90° on the adapter is the way to go!
In this video, I tested both ways to determine the proper usage of the oscillating multitool.
What I discovered is that straight-line cutting (with the blade projecting straight from the front of the tool) is preferable in many cases. It utilizes the weight of the tool better, balances the tool in in your hands, and makes sight line-ups easier.
HOWEVER, I also discovered that CUTTING ON THE DRAW was much easier than cutting on the push!
I had never known this about the oscillating multitool before. But it's far easier to initiate and control cuts when drawing the blade towards you.
This essentially changed how I'll use multitools forever...which just goes to show you it never hurts to experiment!
Thanks for watching!
The Honest Carpenter
All Comments (21)
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Pointing the blade backward is great for tool storage if you don't want to remove the blade. It compacts the tool and keeps the teeth from biting into hands, tool bags, etc.
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The best trick is buying blades online for roughly $1.00 each, instead of Lowes/Home Depot for around $10.00 each
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I tend to keep my blade at about a 30° angle - just one notch off from straight - switching it from left to right depending on my access to the work. That seems to give me the best visibility and control. It's easier that way to pull the blade into the work at a slight angle, drawing your cut line with just one side of the blade before plunging in and going to town on it.
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The great thing about changing blade angle is for tool clearance and work position. My oscillating saws really shine when cutting drywall. Great video!
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With utmost respect. Your comments about the cutting action is explained in the name of the tool. Oscillating Multitool.
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Thank You, That is not enough for you, you are truly amazing for doing what you do to help and inform us. I am a 60+ yr old female Diy-er, and I have learned sooooo much from you. You explain in simple, yet depth. As far as this one video, I use a multi-tool a lot, and I am so glad you did this video. How truly cool to learn all this. I have truly learned so much from you, and can't Thank you enough. You are truly a God send!!
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You’ve learned why Japanese hand saws cut on the pull — much more control and ability to apply more force
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I have used this exact tool for probably at least a 100 hours. I always keep it straight on and almost never turn it to 90°. Just do what feels best and you will do your best to work that way. This is a great tool for cutting out drywall.
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2 years of use and I’m finding this out now!. Straight to the shed and tried it and it’s a game changer…. Thx champ
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I would be interested in seeing this comparison with other style cutters too. I am impressed with the half moon for straight cuts.
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A cutting trick that I use on straight cuts is to temporarily attach another piece of wood a long the cut line using Brad nails or double sided tape. The attached piece helps guide the blade straight and square improving the cut. Additionally, changing the speed on the multitool to a lower setting helps improve the quality of the cut, especially when cutting thick pieces of wood.
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GREAT advice! When thinking about the "draw" first, it's like a hand saw - in that case, the teeth are positioned to cut more on the draw than the push forward. And when striking an initial groove before, it's always on the pull. Like you were saying you'd now prefer with the multi.
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Great video Ethan, thank you. I normally cut with the blade at 0 degrees for the same reason, but I find other angles like 45 or 90 degrees useful in tight spaces.
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Great video. Technique information is always welcome. I have a tip to share about using oscillating tools. DO NOT use one of these tools inside a closet full of your wife's clothes. Empty the closet first.
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I have his tool so your input helped me a lot. Your knowledge of tools is immense and spot on. I must admit though, it is pretty heavy to hold for me so prolonged cutting is uncomfortable. Blades don’t last long so there’s the cost too. All in all, it’s a great tool. Thanks for the info.
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I use the round, half circle blades to score a line. Then switch to the regular blade to cut through the material. Way easier than pushing that square blade at an angle
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Years of experience condensed into an excellent video! I just bought a hook blade that will facilitate that desirable pull direction cut. Thank you for these helpful tips.
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This is why I think your channel is just great, I always learn something new, and not just new, but helpful and invariably better than the way I was doing something. It also really helps instill confidence, which is very important when doing projects!!
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It's funny how some things you take for granted that everyone knows. Like the motion of the blade, I never would have guessed that anyone would think it moved side to side. You're doing important work with these videos. Anyone unfamiliar with power tools can easily understand your format and teaching style. Kudos to you good sir!
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Depending on what & where I’m cutting, I’ve used my multi tool in various positions. That’s just one of the reasons it’s called a multi tool. 😉
