"if you're installing a kitchen get a track saw" - Funnily enough, I just finished installing a kitchen, and bought a track saw for it. Worth every penny.
As a cabinetmaker i can agree a track saw is well worth the investment. It saves so much time with scribing, and pays itself off with the amount that i use it. Couldn't imagine going without it now. Definitely recommend it
I have the same. Upgraded from corded to cordless track saw & what a difference. As much as I don't like to admit it, I added a Ryobi multi tool to the van & it sits in the draw right next to the Makita one at twice the price, yet I grab the Ryobi almost every time...it's that much better.
For a beginner an MFT and track saw could do the job of a table saw and miter saw. Not ideal for a professional set up as it would be too slow but then again there are cabinet makers producing real detailed work with just that set up.
Thanks for the new episode, over 3 weeks in lock down now (UK House building) I have far too many tools for my job as a carpenter of 30+ years (and other trades tools ) what I actually use on site from cordless extractors, miter saws etc but when I'm at home doing a little 'DIY' I break out the old nobex hand mitre saw which is very accurate, and various hand tools, taking time to sharpen well, even saws as well as chisels and planes. May be for the weekend warrior, acquiring and learning how to use hand tools to make say a small storage box etc as these skills can easily be up scaled up and used to fit doors, kitchens or roofs as these are all elementary and it's having the eye for accuracy and detail, what makes a good tradesman. I'll have to have another lie down after that, keep it up.
I'm a general builder, and I would say the top three tools for a starter would be an impact driver, saw and a hammer - you could build a house with these three tools. I say impact driver because you can drive massive fasteners, as well as use drill bits without risk of injury (such as drilling into steel). Everything else just increase efficiency or accuracy. 👍
My top 8 are = 1. General drill 2. Circular saw 3. Grinder 4. Nail bar/ crow bar/ claw bar 5. Multi tool 6. Impact driver 7. Finishing gun 8. Mitre saw
Utility knife, or multi-tool with one but those aren't usually that great. I guess you could consider it more of an required accessory it is a tool though.
During the lockdown I just built a skullery extension to the kitchen. Ended up doing all the framing including the subfloor, walls and roof with a cordless circular saw and a hand-held set-square guide for it. Initially couldn't be assed setting up the big Dewalt droppie and table because of the threatening rain and ended up just doing the whole thing that way for the hell of it. So refreshing just going basic. ... errm apart from the Paslode.
I strongly recommend a dust extractor - its helps in SO many places. With a good dust extractor I can work without shielding everything off. I have sanded indoor, with very limited cleanup afterwards...
After two years of renovating our home in the weekend we bought the cheapest Kärcher vacuum cleaner (€60). It has been the best investment in the whole house! We spent more on dusk masks to that time then the cost of the vacuum...
Try mirka roundy hand sanding kit, fits on to vac / extractor, virtually dust free and the mesh abrasive pads very good, can apply a finish ASAP cos no cleanup, love it and only £30ish
I think a track saw is indispensable these days. When I bought mine it transformed my woodworking. A mate of mine is a carpenter. He was so impressed by my ts55 that he went out and bought one straight away and now it's his most used tool next to his drill/impact driver.
It seems as you have some experience, so I'll ask you a question: if I were to buy a track compatible circular saw, would I then "need" a tracksaw later, or do you think it would be sufficient with just the circ saw?
As a newbie myself, I would personally add a jig saw. Incredibly handy, light and relatively cheap. It will get you out of s lot of trouble and used way more than I thought it would.
Yep! I think it's one of the more underestimated tools - you can cut all kinds of fancy joints with a jigsaw - use it as a tablw saw, chisel, demo saw, metal saw - limits are endless!
Ah yes! And a truckload of pencils, or a great mechanical pencil. Hung about 8 doors earlier this year and made good money. Only needed a drill, chisels and a hammer. Along with the basic measuring tools. A friend was kind enough to lend a planer. I wouldn't call myself Paul Sellers, but I got quite the confidence boost for doing a quality job with what I had.
I like Makita due to the huge LXT range of tools - once you have a few batteries it is easy & cheap to buy body only tools without batteries & chargers. Their LXT garden tool range is excellent also.
I second that about their garden tools. I bought the hedge trimmer expecting it to be a small one-off job tool but it turned out to be incredible. I now use it as the number one trimmer and the petrol powered one is only used for high trimming.
I agree, have the cordless chainsaw Strimmer and mower much better than petrol gear which I must sell on at some point, wish neighbour went to battery powered kit as it is quite anti social using petrol blowers mowers hedge cutters etc one after another.
Plus they often give free batteries. This always makes me buy extra as I fool myself into needing another battery.. which now has an added ‘free tool’ for a small cost.
I love my multitool....and just purchased an angle grinder (it was on sale at the hardware store) for some tile work. That is another useful tool - angle grinder, if you are doing a large amount of metal work or vinyl siding. Although the multi tool is great for little jobs such as cutting a door jamb to insert some flooring underneath or if you have to cutout a piece of drywall cleanly
Man I’ve missed your vids! Wish I hadn’t exhausted your back catalogue before all this mess we’re in! ✌️ from the U.K.! Hope you’re staying safe and well!!
I'm in the US and got a Ryobi drill and driver because it wasn't expensive and I was moving away from corded tools. Then another Ryobi tool and and a battery and before you know it it's costly to change. These are not for heavy duty job-site use but fine for a DIY'er and the batteries are universal from woodworking tools to yard tools and chainsaws. Love the videos and info - stay safe over there.
I’m in my 25th year as a carpenter. 100% agree brand doesn’t matter. Broom and vacuum are probably most used tools of any type. My top 8 building tools: 1) Experience 2) Experience 3) Experience 4) cordless drill/impact 5) circular saw 6) level/plumb line laser 7) miter saw 8) table saw.
Nice to see someone saying it like it is. All those brands are good. There are so many ridiculous videos testing tools waaaay beyond their design scope proving one brand is a fraction of a second faster than another meanwhile forgetting actual things that matter like trigger feel, tool on-board LED lighting, or how the grip feels in the hand. The balance and weight. I'll often reach for what feels "right" in the hand over pure power and speed. No one needs RSI when you need to be able to work to make money.
Yup Perfectly said, to me, it came down to what was on sale at the time, and had good reviews. Didn’t put much more Houghton into it because the main 5 brands are so similar
It's all good stuff really, started off with hand tools and a cordless drill in the 80s, remember cutting 9x3 joists with a bow saw and bumping floors with lost head nails, but kind of enjoyed it but wouldn't want that now.
I think for the DIYer a nice small compressor and pneumatic nail guns are a better option, and even the professional. I love my new Metabo cordless nailers but I also really like my super quiet California Air compressor and Hitachi nail guns. Pneumatics are much lighter and less bulky for tight quarters work. Plus you can get a full set of pneumatic nail guns and a palm nailer for less than just one cordless nailer.
Scott, if you like your table saw so much, look into a Rousseau saw stand with out and infeed tables. I notice the finish carpenters using them at jobs. Pneumatic nailers are more affordable(1/3 to half the cost of a cordless nailer ) if you don't mind having a compressor and a hose.
Gooood analysis Scott!. So, in my case... 1998 handsaw and level (small carpentry) 2001 drill, 2006 circular saw (small things and some furniture) 2011 combined mitre/table saw (decking, railing, outdoor furniture, cabinets...) 2014 makita mitre saw (my own house!! and its furniture) 2020 makita table saw (whatever a want and have time to...) I'm glad to be on the way!!
Hi Scott, I do lots of carpentry myself and think your missing a crucial tool. The Jigsaw....great humble tool..cheap too. My top 4 are : combi drill driver, compound mitre saw, Circular saw and Jigsaw 👌 Oh and also an electric plane. ....perfect if your hanging doors. 👌 Great videos though Scott, Keep them coming here in the UK 🇬🇧
Some time ago I was put onto the battery powered AEG tools and for the most part I've been very happy with them. They have a significantly longer warranty on batteries and gear and in my experience they compare well to Makita. The AEG brushless battery grinder and brushless battery circ saw seem pretty heavy going on batteries, but I have nothing to compare them too. I'd add a couple of good chisels and a good sharpening method for same to both lists. Stay safe and well. Cheers, David
As a general contractor we use by far the most often impact, oscillating saw, 4-1/2” circular saw, and level. Of course we have many other tools, and all are used. Most all of our tools are dewalt 20v/60v platform Nailers: Framing nailer, 16g finish nailer, 18g brad nailer, 23g pin nailer Saws: table saw, compound miter, circular saw 7-1/4”, circ saw 4-1/2”, oscillating saw, reciprocating saw, jig saw, tile saw Impacts/Drivers: single speed impact, multi speed impact, standard drill, hammer drill Finish work: router, rotary tool, belt sander, orbital sander Hand tools: everything known to man 😂😂😂
Thanks Scott for the vids ... it's helping to keep me sane. For power tools, I've gone with Milwaukee because of the battery technology and choice of tools they provide that all use the same M18 platform. But as soon as I buy the latest tool, they come out with a more improved model. Ah, the good old days of hammering nails all day.
Then once in a while they produce a dud not often. Gen1 brad. They don't have the MetaboHPT/Hikoki selection in most of Canada that is everywhere else.
This is helpful as I have only recently starting building. So far I have Makita Cordless Drill, Driver, Blower, Circular Saw, Router and Grinder...have been trying to decide what’s next out of Multi-Tool, Sabre Saw, Planer, Orbital Sander, Nail Gun and Impact Wrench 🤔
As a painter, top tools would be sanders, dust extractor, electric plane, drill, impact driver, multitool, decent screw drivers and quality brushes and rollers! Not much we can't fix on a job with them! Bonuses are quality LED lights, a good flashlight and a leatherman surge!
Anyone else totally binge-watching this channel even though they aren't a tradesperson and not very good with DIY? Scott,awesome content, keep up the good work hope you can get to 250k subs and then on to 1m in no time. Production quality, chilled vibes, interesting content, love it!!
A drill/ screwdriver is the most used and essential tool. Almost every job requires some drilling or screwing along the way.
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For me: 1-all usual "hand tools" (hammer, screwdriver, measuring tape, level, hand saw, clamps); I also own a handheld pocket hole jig, but you can usually go without it; 2-cordless drill 3-cordless orbital sander (and if you work only indoors, a shopvac); 4-circular saw (you can build a track saw or a table saw with it with a little diy) 5-router 6-multitool 7-nailgun (I have a finishing gun) 8-table saw 9-miter saw
I noticed this move too and was curious is this primarily for efficiency and because there's not outfeed table? always taught to have the waste to the left of the blade just curious
I went for Hikoki just for the nail guns. This year I bought the framing nailer and I admit it hurt when the cashier removed my kidney but I haven't regretted my decision. My brother called me during the hottest day of the year (so far) and asked if I could help him on a project and I came over with my nail gun and dad came over with his mitre saw. Dad cut the boards with the mitre saw and I nailed them in no sweat. I love my nail gun!
I wouldn't be without my Bosch rechargeable screwdriver. Small and powerful has all bits in magazine in tool, so changed in seconds. Only drawerback is one speed. Would prefer variable. Good video!
DIY guy here. Inadvertently acquired the first five tools in that exact order (@5:35.) Appreciated the natural progression through them, and it is indeed time for a table saw in my projects. Keep up the great work, and awesome video as always.
Another great (and exciting) video Scott, thanks very much. One tool you didn't mention and is definitely in the upper end is an inexpensive laser level. I know you can do it all with a standard level, but once I hung a door using a laser I don't think I would go back. And don't even consider tiling a shower or back splash, or even hanging a few pictures. For around $100 (US$) it is an inexpensive luxury.
As a home owner with not a lot of money and just doing maintenance / general projects, I've found Ryobi are fine for the cost (my corded and cordless Ryobi drills are all over 10 years old and still going strong). I'd buy Makita if they were on sale at the hardware store, though, just coz the overall quality is better. Having said that, I bought an 18v cordless drill from Argos in the UK a few years back and shipped it back with my household stuff in 2019 and even though it's a no-name brand, it's been more than adequate. I recently installed a kitchen using hand saw, skilsaw and cordless drill - def think a tracksaw is an awesome piece of kit.
Great video Scott. Completely agree on the tools you’ve said - nail guns are definitely on everyone’s list of things to get but they are so expensive! 😂
You can get a nice "super quiet" compressor and a nail gun kit, with a framing nailer, 18 gauge ,and 15 gauge nailers for about the same as ONE cordless nailer. Even as a professional I started with air tools and then invested in the cordless Hitachi's. The only real value as a pro with cordless is it saves you so much time vs packing and unpacking the air tools.
I spent this morning building a bench for my garage and I think my next tool will almost definitely be a shop vac or a table saw (or both). Or a second drill so I don't need to keep changing bits.
Aloha Scott, just started watching your channel since I'm researching tools for DIY. About to get started on gutting and renovating our downstairs once the tenants are out at the end of the month. Already had the Makita 18v impact driver, so I'm building out based on that platform. Already got a couple of good Cyber Monday deals on the subcompact drill (with 1.5 batt.) and a 36v rear handle circular (with two 5.0 batt.) saw which also came with the mini router (tool only), so I already have 4 batts. Would have selected the multitool instead of the router, but I'm planning to get the newer version with less vibration based on your feedback and research. I'll eventually give away or sell the few corded tools I have to go totally cordless. It is a pain to search for outlets and run cord vs just grabbing a tool with built in power. Probably stick with corded if/when I get a table and compound miter saw. Gotta admit I'm both excited and nervous to get started on my first reno. Luckily, my wife's friend who's a contractor will be involved and can help me show me the ropes before I screw things up too bad. Ha! Daughter also wants me to build shelving units to replace drawers, which was another reason for choosing the router. You're very easy to follow & engaging...thanks for the videos & Take Care, Brian
chop saw, drill, impact driver, drywall gun, circ saw, sawzall, angle grinder, compressor, finish nailer, multi tool, roto hammer. I still don't have jigsaw, table saw. Mostly Milwaukee platform. Many are corded
I have actually followed your list, mostly.. 1 - Gyokucho Ryoba 30cm (cos they are good) 2 - Box Store basic, but it's been good 3 - Ryobi.. my green box of shame... although it has some build quality issues it does still work. 4 - Makita - I got the tracksaw to cover 4,6 & 7 on a budget. 5 - Dewalt, it was available in lockdown. 8 - I'm probably using screws or doing it the pedestrian way for now.
Best table saw I ever got for the price was the cheap-ass Mako brand from the Warehouse on special at $150. Bought on the day to replace a stolen one and has done every single on-site job the portable $1000 DeWalt does.
I’d say, especially for DIY, go Dewalt, greatest spread of overall value of tools on one battery platform, but professional tools that always compete. They may not always be the best but always in the conversation but at the same time always have a separate tool in the budget conversation. You can start with budget tools that perform and replace with better tools as you go, always keeping batteries! Great scalability!
For battery tools I can highly recomend Ryobi, the only reason I bought Ryobi was because I needed a finishing gun, and 4-5 years ago there wherent many on the marked. And i extended the collection alot seens then and renovated my whole house from the studs! For plug in tools like my tablesaw, dropsaw, tracksaw I got bosch (blue) and are very happy whit that! At work (plumber) I use Milwaukee and Hilti at and they are I think not the best but a good alternativ (the company's tools). Its like you say, stick with one of the top brands and you be good. Nice to see you again and stay safe, greetings from Norway :)
All this cutting yet the priority is How you gonna get your hair cut fella,,That quifs gonna end up like the Sydney Opera house? Great vids and keep em up.
Such a hard topic to choose.......... brave man. (expect the full range of Ryobi tools heading your way, you can review them whilst were all bored on lockdown) my 1st 'combination' drill set was Ryobi £99 for 2 drills (no impact driver in those days) in a case 2 batteries & charger, and I think they were the 1st with the one battery fits all mantra, it's such a shame that there are no really big tool sellers around like there used to be, most of it online only a few places you can 'feel' the tool makes a big difference IMO....good Vid
As a new diyers. Use to watch lots of video to decide what to buy first. Now im 5 months into it i can give my opinion on what to buy first if youre very tight on budget. 1. 7 1/4 circ saw wired (i bought wireless but with 6 1/2 blade. I regret my decision) 2. Drill + driver combo (i started with only drill but constantly changing bits is annoying and time consuming.) 3. Lots of glue and torx screws. (invest in torx screw and bit, philips is so frustrating) 4. Buy 2 of each clamp types. But more as you know which one used most. 5. Accurate measuring tools.
I think it's a pretty good list, I reckon you buy the tool you need when you need it for a particular job. As for nailers/nail guns, for the DIYer air operated devices can be purchased pretty reasonably and you don't need an expensive compressor to run them.
Really good Scotty. I am just starting in the DIY space and am building a built-in wardrobe. I used a multi-purpose tool, corded-drill and a hand saw. I'm 3/4 way through.
Thanks very much for this (and of course all the other videos). I am not a carpenter but someone owning a house there is always something to do :) I am living in Germany and things are quite different here what makes your videos very interesting for me. Thanks and best regards Stephan
You are throwing the circular saw under the bus in the usefulness diagram 😭 my favorite tool! And the usefulness of drill is also all the way to the top (right) 😉
Good to see you back with another exciting episode Mr Scott Brown. I always look forward to the next one!! Hopefully you can get back out there soon mate. Love and peace from Australia
If you go to harbor freight, you can get the central pneumatic finish nailer for only $35. I use it with an air compressor I got from harbor freight for $55. I haven’t had any issues with it although I only use it every once in awhile. Trimmed out 3 bedrooms with baseboard and a kitchen door casing with that and a couple other jobs over the years.
good vid scott B lots of time i guess at level 4 i started with basic tools as a keen DIY er added tools as i needed them for deck projects and home renovations, a good hammer drill concrete drill was a must for me for doing lots of holes into concrete, got a medium size second hand ramset and its been great, also having drill and drivers seperate was a time saver
The only ones I don't have is a Circular saw, track saw, reciprocating saw. Having the tools in a 2 car garage the table saw is a real pain. Lately there has been a few times the circular saw would have been so much easier than dragging out the table saw. One extra one would be a drill press. If you ever rip out a kitchen and the cabinets are still ok, then the 1 cabinet wide lower cabinet and countertop is good to reuse to mount the drill press in your workshop or garage. Don't forget the PPE's: safety glasses, ear plugs or muffs, mask or respirator.
Funny intro. Funnier still I liked the video but sort of dismissed it like “yeah yeah whatever newbie stuff” but then immediately it solved a problem I had. Been puzzled on how I’m going to manage to saw off a set of 4x6 (150mm) posts from a tight spot. The circ saw will only do about 50mm and I can’t get around the shallow side blah blah yeah just break out the old cross cut saw of course! You’re a genius. What do we owe you Scott
Totally agreed on your choices, i'm from France, would use the same tools. What's funny is those circular saws, in our country they are all direct drive, the motor is directly connected to the blade while in the us and nz you seems to have those 90° motor/blade things. I can see some advantages but... Mostly drawbacks, specially in term of efficiency.
Man i'd like to say that i went on your videos watching others and that's not exactly what i'm looking for but i really like it and i just drunk and when i'm drunk i'm fucking lovely so i'd like to say that i like your energy and the way you share your tricks and just because it's the opposite of a selfish, respect for what you do and your good vibes! I learn a lot with your videos
I also find that a lot can be done by investing in a good quality blade. I bought a finishing blade (think it's 60 teeth off angled??) for my $50 circular saw and have done some amazing clean cuts with it. I wouldn't use this blade for everyday ripping/framing but have since purchased a 10" version from the same blade manufacturer for my table saw and chop saw.
Love your videos, Scott - keeping me sane(ish) in lockdown! I’m a keen DIYer and have to say I love my Dewalt tablesaw (DW745) and my Bosch starlock multi tool. Accuracy of the former’s fence and immediate attachment and release of the blades or sanding pad for the latter. Used to get so frustrated with the Allen key attachment for blades on my old multi tool. Keep the vids comming! H
Apart from the old makita 9.6v drill didn't use any power at all until approx '93 when a genny and rip snorter was purchased, you can build without power tools no worries, as we did,in backwards yorkshire. Moved to Leicester late 90s,and was making less money with a van full of power tools, go figure.
"if you're installing a kitchen get a track saw" - Funnily enough, I just finished installing a kitchen, and bought a track saw for it. Worth every penny.
Yes, and a 1/2" router for the joints?
Did the same thing, totally worth it!
Love my 36v makita Track saw
Sure they're great but when a track saw can be substituted by a piece of mdf and 2 clamps there are a large number of tools that take priority.
Most versatile and precise tool - love track saw.
#1 Tool: Toasted sandwich press. Gotta have them warm toasted sandwiches on a cold winter's day. 🥳
Yeah buddy!! 👌
You can even cook bacon and eggs on one of you feel the need. (Wet paper towel will steam clean it!)
Do I have to look this up? I Feel like I've never seen one....
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It's just a sandwich press. I keep one in my work truck all the time 🤤
I ve made entire meals on those things! Burgers, Saté, potato slices, jum!
As a cabinetmaker i can agree a track saw is well worth the investment. It saves so much time with scribing, and pays itself off with the amount that i use it. Couldn't imagine going without it now. Definitely recommend it
As a carpenter - Best ever tool's that I got is my Dewalt Table saw - Cordless Makita track saw - Makita cordless drill combo and a Multi tool .
I have the same. Upgraded from corded to cordless track saw & what a difference. As much as I don't like to admit it, I added a Ryobi multi tool to the van & it sits in the draw right next to the Makita one at twice the price, yet I grab the Ryobi almost every time...it's that much better.
For a beginner an MFT and track saw could do the job of a table saw and miter saw. Not ideal for a professional set up as it would be too slow but then again there are cabinet makers producing real detailed work with just that set up.
As a carpenter from Canada, M18 Milwaukee fuel impact/drill combo kit is the best impact setup out there. I've had both Makita and Dewalt.
@@anand8905 what are your thoughts on hikoki? I personally think they have the best on markets when using others
@@chapperscarpentry7943 I love their nailers
Thanks for the new episode, over 3 weeks in lock down now (UK House building) I have far too many tools for my job as a carpenter of 30+ years (and other trades tools ) what I actually use on site from cordless extractors, miter saws etc but when I'm at home doing a little 'DIY' I break out the old nobex hand mitre saw which is very accurate, and various hand tools, taking time to sharpen well, even saws as well as chisels and planes. May be for the weekend warrior, acquiring and learning how to use hand tools to make say a small storage box etc as these skills can easily be up scaled up and used to fit doors, kitchens or roofs as these are all elementary and it's having the eye for accuracy and detail, what makes a good tradesman. I'll have to have another lie down after that, keep it up.
I'm a general builder, and I would say the top three tools for a starter would be an impact driver, saw and a hammer - you could build a house with these three tools.
I say impact driver because you can drive massive fasteners, as well as use drill bits without risk of injury (such as drilling into steel).
Everything else just increase efficiency or accuracy. 👍
My top 8 are = 1. General drill 2. Circular saw 3. Grinder 4. Nail bar/ crow bar/ claw bar 5. Multi tool 6. Impact driver 7. Finishing gun 8. Mitre saw
Utility knife, or multi-tool with one but those aren't usually that great. I guess you could consider it more of an required accessory it is a tool though.
Nathan Mitchell i think it’s an essential tool as I use it for a lot of different things
Good list in the right order.
During the lockdown I just built a skullery extension to the kitchen. Ended up doing all the framing including the subfloor, walls and roof with a cordless circular saw and a hand-held set-square guide for it. Initially couldn't be assed setting up the big Dewalt droppie and table because of the threatening rain and ended up just doing the whole thing that way for the hell of it. So refreshing just going basic. ... errm apart from the Paslode.
i'm a regular joe and i have almost all these tools, love making man glitter with them...
espn mk man glitter!!!! Love it.
My diesel generator made its own man glitter when I didn't ask for it tho.....
I strongly recommend a dust extractor - its helps in SO many places. With a good dust extractor I can work without shielding everything off. I have sanded indoor, with very limited cleanup afterwards...
I agree, I just sanded my stairs.
Without an extractor.... No good. XD
@@Asientabs one hour sanding = two hours cleaning up the house ;)
After two years of renovating our home in the weekend we bought the cheapest Kärcher vacuum cleaner (€60). It has been the best investment in the whole house! We spent more on dusk masks to that time then the cost of the vacuum...
Try mirka roundy hand sanding kit, fits on to vac / extractor, virtually dust free and the mesh abrasive pads very good, can apply a finish ASAP cos no cleanup, love it and only £30ish
I think a track saw is indispensable these days. When I bought mine it transformed my woodworking. A mate of mine is a carpenter. He was so impressed by my ts55 that he went out and bought one straight away and now it's his most used tool next to his drill/impact driver.
It seems as you have some experience, so I'll ask you a question: if I were to buy a track compatible circular saw, would I then "need" a tracksaw later, or do you think it would be sufficient with just the circ saw?
As a newbie myself, I would personally add a jig saw. Incredibly handy, light and relatively cheap. It will get you out of s lot of trouble and used way more than I thought it would.
Yep! I think it's one of the more underestimated tools - you can cut all kinds of fancy joints with a jigsaw - use it as a tablw saw, chisel, demo saw, metal saw - limits are endless!
Love the jigsaw easy to operate cuts those tight corners just don’t cut too much, cut outside the line and sand off the blade marks
Ah yes! And a truckload of pencils, or a great mechanical pencil.
Hung about 8 doors earlier this year and made good money.
Only needed a drill, chisels and a hammer. Along with the basic measuring tools. A friend was kind enough to lend a planer.
I wouldn't call myself Paul Sellers, but I got quite the confidence boost for doing a quality job with what I had.
I've seen every scott brown carpentry video! Just found him two weeks ago! Good stuff!!!
I like Makita due to the huge LXT range of tools - once you have a few batteries it is easy & cheap to buy body only tools without batteries & chargers.
Their LXT garden tool range is excellent also.
I second that about their garden tools. I bought the hedge trimmer expecting it to be a small one-off job tool but it turned out to be incredible. I now use it as the number one trimmer and the petrol powered one is only used for high trimming.
I agree, have the cordless chainsaw Strimmer and mower much better than petrol gear which I must sell on at some point, wish neighbour went to battery powered kit as it is quite anti social using petrol blowers mowers hedge cutters etc one after another.
@@richardcapey-wade8191 : I notice that my electric blower still makes an unholy racket..
(it's the blower "dummy" - jks)
Plus they often give free batteries. This always makes me buy extra as I fool myself into needing another battery.. which now has an added ‘free tool’ for a small cost.
Milwaukee's got the best line out there hands down, their M18 fuel line is unbeatable.
Good to see you haven’t gone crazy yet keep up the good work cheers Scott
I love my multitool....and just purchased an angle grinder (it was on sale at the hardware store) for some tile work. That is another useful tool - angle grinder, if you are doing a large amount of metal work or vinyl siding. Although the multi tool is great for little jobs such as cutting a door jamb to insert some flooring underneath or if you have to cutout a piece of drywall cleanly
Man I’ve missed your vids! Wish I hadn’t exhausted your back catalogue before all this mess we’re in! ✌️ from the U.K.! Hope you’re staying safe and well!!
I'm in the US and got a Ryobi drill and driver because it wasn't expensive and I was moving away from corded tools. Then another Ryobi tool and and a battery and before you know it it's costly to change. These are not for heavy duty job-site use but fine for a DIY'er and the batteries are universal from woodworking tools to yard tools and chainsaws. Love the videos and info - stay safe over there.
If you are in the US you should be using Dewalt as it is cheaper, reliable and easy to source.
I’m in my 25th year as a carpenter. 100% agree brand doesn’t matter. Broom and vacuum are probably most used tools of any type. My top 8 building tools: 1) Experience 2) Experience 3) Experience 4) cordless drill/impact 5) circular saw 6) level/plumb line laser 7) miter saw 8) table saw.
Nice to see someone saying it like it is. All those brands are good. There are so many ridiculous videos testing tools waaaay beyond their design scope proving one brand is a fraction of a second faster than another meanwhile forgetting actual things that matter like trigger feel, tool on-board LED lighting, or how the grip feels in the hand. The balance and weight. I'll often reach for what feels "right" in the hand over pure power and speed. No one needs RSI when you need to be able to work to make money.
Yup Perfectly said, to me, it came down to what was on sale at the time, and had good reviews. Didn’t put much more Houghton into it because the main 5 brands are so similar
It's all good stuff really, started off with hand tools and a cordless drill in the 80s, remember cutting 9x3 joists with a bow saw and bumping floors with lost head nails, but kind of enjoyed it but wouldn't want that now.
I think for the DIYer a nice small compressor and pneumatic nail guns are a better option, and even the professional. I love my new Metabo cordless nailers but I also really like my super quiet California Air compressor and Hitachi nail guns. Pneumatics are much lighter and less bulky for tight quarters work. Plus you can get a full set of pneumatic nail guns and a palm nailer for less than just one cordless nailer.
Very nice. Good that you highlighted just normal DIYer and not trying to push very expensive tools. .Cheers
Really happy to see you in my notifications. Don't think I could get through quarantine with out you man. I've re watched all of your videos!!!
Got a few hours of content over here mate 😉👍ua-cam.com/video/GfuO5W7qOug/v-deo.html
Scott, if you like your table saw so much, look into a Rousseau saw stand with out and infeed tables. I notice the finish carpenters using them at jobs.
Pneumatic nailers are more affordable(1/3 to half the cost of a cordless nailer ) if you don't mind having a compressor and a hose.
Gooood analysis Scott!. So, in my case...
1998 handsaw and level (small carpentry)
2001 drill, 2006 circular saw (small things and some furniture)
2011 combined mitre/table saw (decking, railing, outdoor furniture, cabinets...)
2014 makita mitre saw (my own house!! and its furniture)
2020 makita table saw (whatever a want and have time to...)
I'm glad to be on the way!!
A laser level would probably be on my list!
A couple of Quick clamps are also very useful as a small tool in the kit !
Hi Scott, I do lots of carpentry myself and think your missing a crucial tool. The Jigsaw....great humble tool..cheap too. My top 4 are : combi drill driver, compound mitre saw, Circular saw and Jigsaw 👌
Oh and also an electric plane. ....perfect if your hanging doors. 👌
Great videos though Scott, Keep them coming here in the UK 🇬🇧
Some time ago I was put onto the battery powered AEG tools and for the most part I've been very happy with them. They have a significantly longer warranty on batteries and gear and in my experience they compare well to Makita. The AEG brushless battery grinder and brushless battery circ saw seem pretty heavy going on batteries, but I have nothing to compare them too. I'd add a couple of good chisels and a good sharpening method for same to both lists. Stay safe and well. Cheers, David
I'm glad I have the tools that you recommend for weekend warriors. Even have a nail gun. One day I will use it!
As a general contractor we use by far the most often impact, oscillating saw, 4-1/2” circular saw, and level.
Of course we have many other tools, and all are used. Most all of our tools are dewalt 20v/60v platform
Nailers: Framing nailer, 16g finish nailer, 18g brad nailer, 23g pin nailer
Saws: table saw, compound miter, circular saw 7-1/4”, circ saw 4-1/2”, oscillating saw, reciprocating saw, jig saw, tile saw
Impacts/Drivers: single speed impact, multi speed impact, standard drill, hammer drill
Finish work: router, rotary tool, belt sander, orbital sander
Hand tools: everything known to man 😂😂😂
love the video's mate brings back memories of when my grandfather was pass on the knowledge that his father passed to him
Totally agree
I’d add for the him diyer: circular saw, level, drill, jigsaw, multitool 👍🏻
Thanks Scott for the vids ... it's helping to keep me sane. For power tools, I've gone with Milwaukee because of the battery technology and choice of tools they provide that all use the same M18 platform. But as soon as I buy the latest tool, they come out with a more improved model. Ah, the good old days of hammering nails all day.
Then once in a while they produce a dud not often. Gen1 brad. They don't have the MetaboHPT/Hikoki selection in most of Canada that is everywhere else.
This is helpful as I have only recently starting building. So far I have Makita Cordless Drill, Driver, Blower, Circular Saw, Router and Grinder...have been trying to decide what’s next out of Multi-Tool, Sabre Saw, Planer, Orbital Sander, Nail Gun and Impact Wrench 🤔
Thank you Scott for another exciting episode ;)
As a painter, top tools would be sanders, dust extractor, electric plane, drill, impact driver, multitool, decent screw drivers and quality brushes and rollers! Not much we can't fix on a job with them! Bonuses are quality LED lights, a good flashlight and a leatherman surge!
Anyone else totally binge-watching this channel even though they aren't a tradesperson and not very good with DIY? Scott,awesome content, keep up the good work hope you can get to 250k subs and then on to 1m in no time. Production quality, chilled vibes, interesting content, love it!!
A drill/ screwdriver is the most used and essential tool. Almost every job requires some drilling or screwing along the way.
For me:
1-all usual "hand tools" (hammer, screwdriver, measuring tape, level, hand saw, clamps); I also own a handheld pocket hole jig, but you can usually go without it;
2-cordless drill
3-cordless orbital sander (and if you work only indoors, a shopvac);
4-circular saw (you can build a track saw or a table saw with it with a little diy)
5-router
6-multitool
7-nailgun (I have a finishing gun)
8-table saw
9-miter saw
utility knife.
Rip and flip! Nice move on the table saw
I noticed this move too and was curious is this primarily for efficiency and because there's not outfeed table? always taught to have the waste to the left of the blade just curious
Very common process when using a table saw, you must now use one often @ Perkins Builder Brothers :P
I went for Hikoki just for the nail guns. This year I bought the framing nailer and I admit it hurt when the cashier removed my kidney but I haven't regretted my decision. My brother called me during the hottest day of the year (so far) and asked if I could help him on a project and I came over with my nail gun and dad came over with his mitre saw. Dad cut the boards with the mitre saw and I nailed them in no sweat. I love my nail gun!
I wouldn't be without my Bosch rechargeable screwdriver. Small and powerful has all bits in magazine in tool, so changed in seconds. Only drawerback is one speed. Would prefer variable. Good video!
Good to see you can still turn these out during lockdown!
DIY guy here. Inadvertently acquired the first five tools in that exact order (@5:35.) Appreciated the natural progression through them, and it is indeed time for a table saw in my projects. Keep up the great work, and awesome video as always.
Great list! My favorite tool is my kreg jig k5. I love the pocket holes!
Another great (and exciting) video Scott, thanks very much. One tool you didn't mention and is definitely in the upper end is an inexpensive laser level. I know you can do it all with a standard level, but once I hung a door using a laser I don't think I would go back. And don't even consider tiling a shower or back splash, or even hanging a few pictures. For around $100 (US$) it is an inexpensive luxury.
So cool SBC.. you’re very creative & clever. 👍😎
Scott broon is back in toon. Ach aye man!
As a home owner with not a lot of money and just doing maintenance / general projects, I've found Ryobi are fine for the cost (my corded and cordless Ryobi drills are all over 10 years old and still going strong). I'd buy Makita if they were on sale at the hardware store, though, just coz the overall quality is better.
Having said that, I bought an 18v cordless drill from Argos in the UK a few years back and shipped it back with my household stuff in 2019 and even though it's a no-name brand, it's been more than adequate.
I recently installed a kitchen using hand saw, skilsaw and cordless drill - def think a tracksaw is an awesome piece of kit.
Great video Scott. Completely agree on the tools you’ve said - nail guns are definitely on everyone’s list of things to get but they are so expensive! 😂
You can get a nice "super quiet" compressor and a nail gun kit, with a framing nailer, 18 gauge ,and 15 gauge nailers for about the same as ONE cordless nailer. Even as a professional I started with air tools and then invested in the cordless Hitachi's. The only real value as a pro with cordless is it saves you so much time vs packing and unpacking the air tools.
My top eight for a furniture maker/builder, in order: Cordless drill, handsaw, clamps (so $$$), hand planes (low-angle jack, 4-1/2 smooth, any old fore), shopvac /w 2nd stage dust collector (diy), chisels, bench (made /w previous tools), vice 1 (leg/front), vice 2 (tail), router.
I spent this morning building a bench for my garage and I think my next tool will almost definitely be a shop vac or a table saw (or both). Or a second drill so I don't need to keep changing bits.
Table saws are fantastic if you need them but review it against a track saw with an MFT to see which would be the most beneficial.
Thanks Scott, great channel ! Keep on, cheers from France
I like what Jimmy Diresta always says about choosing a tool brand...pick your favorite color!
Architrave - had to look that one up :)
Aloha Scott, just started watching your channel since I'm researching tools for DIY. About to get started on gutting and renovating our downstairs once the tenants are out at the end of the month. Already had the Makita 18v impact driver, so I'm building out based on that platform. Already got a couple of good Cyber Monday deals on the subcompact drill (with 1.5 batt.) and a 36v rear handle circular (with two 5.0 batt.) saw which also came with the mini router (tool only), so I already have 4 batts. Would have selected the multitool instead of the router, but I'm planning to get the newer version with less vibration based on your feedback and research. I'll eventually give away or sell the few corded tools I have to go totally cordless. It is a pain to search for outlets and run cord vs just grabbing a tool with built in power. Probably stick with corded if/when I get a table and compound miter saw.
Gotta admit I'm both excited and nervous to get started on my first reno. Luckily, my wife's friend who's a contractor will be involved and can help me show me the ropes before I screw things up too bad. Ha! Daughter also wants me to build shelving units to replace drawers, which was another reason for choosing the router.
You're very easy to follow & engaging...thanks for the videos & Take Care, Brian
chop saw, drill, impact driver, drywall gun, circ saw, sawzall, angle grinder, compressor, finish nailer, multi tool, roto hammer. I still don't have jigsaw, table saw. Mostly Milwaukee platform. Many are corded
Thanks for still making content
I already owned a drill, jigsaw and circular saw. The moment I got a table saw I unlocked so much possibilities and better workflow.
I have actually followed your list, mostly..
1 - Gyokucho Ryoba 30cm (cos they are good)
2 - Box Store basic, but it's been good
3 - Ryobi.. my green box of shame... although it has some build quality issues it does still work.
4 - Makita - I got the tracksaw to cover 4,6 & 7 on a budget.
5 - Dewalt, it was available in lockdown.
8 - I'm probably using screws or doing it the pedestrian way for now.
Best table saw I ever got for the price was the cheap-ass Mako brand from the Warehouse on special at $150. Bought on the day to replace a stolen one and has done every single on-site job the portable $1000 DeWalt does.
Yup, after a few thefts you realize it's not worth investing in top-of-the-line stuff. And thefts are rampant.
YAAAY NEW SCOTT BROWN YAAAY
I’d say, especially for DIY, go Dewalt, greatest spread of overall value of tools on one battery platform, but professional tools that always compete. They may not always be the best but always in the conversation but at the same time always have a separate tool in the budget conversation. You can start with budget tools that perform and replace with better tools as you go, always keeping batteries! Great scalability!
My Order would be: Drill, Jigsaw, Circ or Track Saw,, Mitre Saw, Table Saw. You really improved on your video skills like it!!
I'm also wondering why a jigsaw isnt part of the list. i must say for DIY I'd get a jigsaw before table and mitre saw
Thanks Scott
For battery tools I can highly recomend Ryobi, the only reason I bought Ryobi was because I needed a finishing gun, and 4-5 years ago there wherent many on the marked. And i extended the collection alot seens then and renovated my whole house from the studs! For plug in tools like my tablesaw, dropsaw, tracksaw I got bosch (blue) and are very happy whit that! At work (plumber) I use Milwaukee and Hilti at and they are I think not the best but a good alternativ (the company's tools). Its like you say, stick with one of the top brands and you be good. Nice to see you again and stay safe, greetings from Norway :)
All this cutting yet the priority is How you gonna get your hair cut fella,,That quifs gonna end up like the Sydney Opera house? Great vids and keep em up.
@mark totton My wife cleans up the back after I have done most of the work!!! Watch out for the feminists there pal ,,😂😂
Such a hard topic to choose.......... brave man. (expect the full range of Ryobi tools heading your way, you can review them whilst were all bored on lockdown) my 1st 'combination' drill set was Ryobi £99 for 2 drills (no impact driver in those days) in a case 2 batteries & charger, and I think they were the 1st with the one battery fits all mantra, it's such a shame that there are no really big tool sellers around like there used to be, most of it online only a few places you can 'feel' the tool makes a big difference IMO....good Vid
Oooo fancy blue blade on that circular saw
As a new diyers. Use to watch lots of video to decide what to buy first. Now im 5 months into it i can give my opinion on what to buy first if youre very tight on budget.
1. 7 1/4 circ saw wired (i bought wireless but with 6 1/2 blade. I regret my decision)
2. Drill + driver combo (i started with only drill but constantly changing bits is annoying and time consuming.)
3. Lots of glue and torx screws. (invest in torx screw and bit, philips is so frustrating)
4. Buy 2 of each clamp types. But more as you know which one used most.
5. Accurate measuring tools.
Cutting that makita track still gives me the heebie jeebies
This video is posted on my birthday.
I love your vids mate, also reminds me of the city I love. Spent 9 years near Auckland and miss the people and place so much 👍
I think it's a pretty good list, I reckon you buy the tool you need when you need it for a particular job.
As for nailers/nail guns, for the DIYer air operated devices can be purchased pretty reasonably and you don't need an expensive compressor to run them.
Ryobi one + battery operated
Really good Scotty. I am just starting in the DIY space and am building a built-in wardrobe. I used a multi-purpose tool, corded-drill and a hand saw. I'm 3/4 way through.
I like your method of delivering content
Realistically beginner friendly
Thank you!
Thanks very much for this (and of course all the other videos). I am not a carpenter but someone owning a house there is always something to do :) I am living in Germany and things are quite different here what makes your videos very interesting for me. Thanks and best regards
Stephan
Loved the detailed and easy to understand video.
I got the mitre saw instead of a handsaw as I have issues with health that makes it hard to use a handsaw for very long. Love my mitre saw.
My favourite is speed square, but best is probably cordless drill.
You are throwing the circular saw under the bus in the usefulness diagram 😭 my favorite tool! And the usefulness of drill is also all the way to the top (right) 😉
Good, clear advice.
Good to see you back with another exciting episode Mr Scott Brown. I always look forward to the next one!! Hopefully you can get back out there soon mate. Love and peace from Australia
Good work Scott
If you go to harbor freight, you can get the central pneumatic finish nailer for only $35. I use it with an air compressor I got from harbor freight for $55. I haven’t had any issues with it although I only use it every once in awhile. Trimmed out 3 bedrooms with baseboard and a kitchen door casing with that and a couple other jobs over the years.
good vid scott B lots of time i guess at level 4 i started with basic tools as a keen DIY er added tools as i needed them for deck projects and home renovations, a good hammer drill concrete drill was a must for me for doing lots of holes into concrete, got a medium size second hand ramset and its been great, also having drill and drivers seperate was a time saver
Kreg track for your circular saw is a great home owner compromise. I love my multi tool too!
The only ones I don't have is a Circular saw, track saw, reciprocating saw. Having the tools in a 2 car garage the table saw is a real pain. Lately there has been a few times the circular saw would have been so much easier than dragging out the table saw. One extra one would be a drill press. If you ever rip out a kitchen and the cabinets are still ok, then the 1 cabinet wide lower cabinet and countertop is good to reuse to mount the drill press in your workshop or garage.
Don't forget the PPE's: safety glasses, ear plugs or muffs, mask or respirator.
I have most of what you stated except for the nailer, we I installed hardwood floors on the second floor and stairs I borrowed a nailer from a friend
Pretty good video for us amateurs.
Funny intro. Funnier still I liked the video but sort of dismissed it like “yeah yeah whatever newbie stuff” but then immediately it solved a problem I had. Been puzzled on how I’m going to manage to saw off a set of 4x6 (150mm) posts from a tight spot. The circ saw will only do about 50mm and I can’t get around the shallow side blah blah yeah just break out the old cross cut saw of course! You’re a genius. What do we owe you Scott
Totally agreed on your choices, i'm from France, would use the same tools. What's funny is those circular saws, in our country they are all direct drive, the motor is directly connected to the blade while in the us and nz you seems to have those 90° motor/blade things. I can see some advantages but... Mostly drawbacks, specially in term of efficiency.
Man i'd like to say that i went on your videos watching others and that's not exactly what i'm looking for but i really like it and i just drunk and when i'm drunk i'm fucking lovely so i'd like to say that i like your energy and the way you share your tricks and just because it's the opposite of a selfish, respect for what you do and your good vibes! I learn a lot with your videos
that transition at 2:02 though 👌🏾
I also find that a lot can be done by investing in a good quality blade. I bought a finishing blade (think it's 60 teeth off angled??) for my $50 circular saw and have done some amazing clean cuts with it. I wouldn't use this blade for everyday ripping/framing but have since purchased a 10" version from the same blade manufacturer for my table saw and chop saw.
Did I say .. You are awesome !!!
Great to see another video! I have the Ryobi finishing nailer and it works really well!
Love your videos, Scott - keeping me sane(ish) in lockdown! I’m a keen DIYer and have to say I love my Dewalt tablesaw (DW745) and my Bosch starlock multi tool. Accuracy of the former’s fence and immediate attachment and release of the blades or sanding pad for the latter. Used to get so frustrated with the Allen key attachment for blades on my old multi tool. Keep the vids comming! H
I'm a farmer and I built my own house using a DIY ryobi drop saw, hammer, level, plum bob and my only toy a makita autofeed screw gun for the drywall.
You could have done it with just a hand saw. But a drill and electric saw makes it much less labour intense.
Apart from the old makita 9.6v drill didn't use any power at all until approx '93 when a genny and rip snorter was purchased, you can build without power tools no worries, as we did,in backwards yorkshire. Moved to Leicester late 90s,and was making less money with a van full of power tools, go figure.
@@richardcapey-wade8191 rip snorter - old school 😅
Great video!!! Been missing SBC!!!