The BEST SAW You've NEVER HEARD OF!! (Multitools--Great For Remodeling!)

"The Honest Carpenter" "The best SAW" thumbnail and video about an oscillating tool. I've burned through three now, but never called it a saw. Don't know anyone who does.

I've been a carpenter for 33 years. I've been running an oscillating saw since Fein came out with it at least 20 years ago. I'm now having major nerve problems in my hands and arms. Of course, many other tools involved, but the multi is an obvious major culprit. Please consider getting the best anti-vibe gloves you can find if you intend to use this tool frequently. There are things these cutters can do that really shouldn't be done.

I purchased my first oscillating tool to cut the base of a cabinet to replace it due to water damage. No other saw would have gotten into that small space. I was quoted $350 to do the same job by a professional handyman because he would have had to remove the entire cabinet to do the work. Including buying the tool, the blades (which is also used in other projects), the wood and fasteners I paid about $60 and it took me about an hour. I'm also a mother with a toddler, so saving time and money is a must!

You know I was a carpenter for years,dabble in it still.Every since Fein came out with it I always saw the multi tool as a gimmicky kind of thing and never used one or took it seriously.I had one laying around brand new in the box I got free from Harbor Freight,had it for years just sat in the box.Well last summer I was doing something and broke my sawzall blade,I didn't have much more to do and didn't wanna run to the store so I gave in and figured Id give the multi tool a shot.It was at that point I realized I'm a hard headed idiot 😅.My God,I was just notching out a 2x6 for outriggers and I was so amazed how fast and accurate it was .Fast Forward a year I gave the HF one away but now own 2 M18 multi tools and I am always using them.Looking back at all the things that a multi tool would have made easier but I was just to stubborn to give it a shot I am kicking myself in the pants

If you ever have have a door that is dragging on the floor, this is the perfect tool to slightly trim the bottom of the door for clearance. Just rest the blade on a spacer, say 1/16" or 1.5 mm, and then trim the bottom edge of the door. Easily done without having to remove and re-hang the door.

Ironic that as an orthopedic surgeon, I have been using these oscillating saws on bone ( and casts) for 40 years. Now I am getting my first one for my home😎

When the spacing between porch planks gets filled with gunk, it becomes my go to tool. Also I glued a piece of sandpaper onto the bottom of a dull blade to sand hard to reach corners.

I’m a plumber and we use this to cut drywall and old copper lines and whatever else it can cut through. It’s like cutting through butter with a hot knife, it’s awesome.

I had no idea such a thing even existed, but as I watched and listened I kept thinking of situations in which I could have used it. Thank you! You are obviously a skilled and knowledgeable carpenter, in addition to being honest, but you are also an outstanding communicator. Your writing is clear, precise, and appealing to the ear, and, best of all, you understand and consider your audience. Bravo to you, Sir! One of the reasons I love YouTube is that it reveals and provides a medium for extraordinary talents like yours.

Pro Tip: Install the blade on any multitool PERPENDICULAR to the handle of the tool. You have far more control and it makes it easier to rock and slide the blade so you’re not holding the blade in one spot and grinding down a notch into the blade into that one spot. Your blades will last longer and you will make cleaner, more controlled cuts. Try it! You’ll never go straight again.

An important point omitted in the video: This tool is a lot less dangerous as a saw than other saws because the oscillation pitch is so small that if pressed against your skin, it actually won't cut it at all. For most parts of your body, your skin and the flesh under it will just vibrate with it. In that respect, completely different to a circular saw or jigsaw. It'd still be painful nonetheless, and riskier on parts with less flesh (tops of fingers & toes, kneecaps, skull, etc.) but nowhere near as dangerous as a circular saw.

As a remodeller, I would NEVER be without one anymore. They make SO many tasks easier and faster. My brother turned me on to them about 5 years ago. They are a game changer.

I recently restored an old wood staircase. We removed the carpet first which was no problem but them discovered there was old, glued down linoleum underneath. I used this tool to no only help pull the laminate off, but removed the leftover glue on the wood. This tool saved me hours of work and frustration. Great tool to have.

I'm still looking for a toothbrush adapter for my multi tool.

I used my oscillating tool with a knife attachment to remove old glue from the studs when re dry walling. It cut it off amazingly fast. It even seemed to work best at a low rpm. The slow speed seemed to jar and cut the glue and chip or chisel it away. This slow speed saved the battery life of the tool as well. Good show, keep up the good work!!!

Bought one of these (Ryobi) at a yard sale for $4. That tool has come in so handy over the years! How I got by without one for 40 years I don't know!

I've been looking for a good introductio to multitools. You're video sytle is much appreciated -- no gimmicks, just a lot of informative information. As a new DIYer, I also greatly appreciate that you provide a range of product links to choose from.

Heard of it. Been using it for a couple years, and yeah, definitely my favorite, especially in my old house.

Your video's are always fantastically informative and detailed with pros and cons. You have helped me immensely in ways of doing things with tools and wood. Please keep up the work...you are teaching many people many things. Gunner Out!

I watched this and then bought one and used tonight. What in the world have I been doing without this. This just turned a difficult project into a super easy and fun one. I’m so happy these exist.