Oz Tool Talk

Hitachi's 18V IP56 Brushless Impact Driver is one of a kind. See if you can find another impact driver with: over 170Nm torque and 3000 RPM, IP56, Brushless, 4-mode and under 130mm long.

Whilst no...

Just when you thought you had the best grinder in town, they go and make a better one.

Introducing the BRAKING FUEL grinder. Sorry about that, but I didn't make it.

The Milwaukee M18CAG125XPDB / ...

Hitachi's latest 18V premium brushless drill with 136Nm of torque! oztooltalk test it's power, runtime, capability in concrete and more.

Hitachi have been somewhat of an unknown to oztooltalk, but...

Bosch's brushless 10.8V impact driver and impact wrench are toy-like in stature, but not in work ethic. They are small, comfortable, well featured and pack a punch!

The GDR 10,8 V-EC and GDS 10,8 ...

The next installament of the Milwaukee M12 auto miniseries - the Mspector (inspection camera) and Stick Light. If you're a mechanic (or plumber or electrician), these tools a total no-brainers.

M...

If you're a mechanic and you haven't tried this tool, prepare to be enlightened. Prepare to realise your folly. Prepare to .... go check out the M12 BPS / 2438 - Milwaukee's Sander Polisher.

Bosch's new 18V inductive charging platform means your batteries are being topped up every time you put the tool down. Never run out of juice again!

oztooltalk review the first in a mini series of auto related M12 tools.

The M12 IR is such a handy tool, you'll wonder how you ever got auto work done without it.

The series will include: Sander...

oztooltalk breaks open several batteries and shows you what they're made of. 18V, 20V max, M12, 10.8V and 56V batteries and their differences are discussed.

oztooltalk review Milwaukee's next generation FUEL 1/2" compact impact wrenches, the M18 FWIWP12 and M18FIWF12. A tiny package boasting 300 N.m.!

We review the first Brushless impact wrench from Dewalt, with a massive 1625Nm breaking torque, and 950Nm regular torque. It was hard to find its limits, this is not a tool for the home handyman!

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The 56V EGO BRUSHLESS 15" Line Trimmer is a huge upgrade from the original 12" trimmer. The most comfortable trimmer we've used, with near petrol power, there's a lot to like. oztooltalk have fun w...

This is Part 2 of the tour of oztooltalk's sheds. Mike is off to Tasmania in a couple of weeks, so we wanted to get in there quickly and show the shed before it's totally emptied.

Features: Makita...

oztooltalk review Milwaukee's latest FUEL M18 Impact Drivier. This unit is short and compact, whilst claiming 203 N.m. torque! We're also impressed by the 4th 'Self-Tapping' mode.

The torque adapt...

oztooltalk review the new Brushless 18V XR Dewalt Rotary SDS Hammer Drill - DCH273.

Its rated to drill up to 24mm holes, and we really see what it's made of. A runtime test shows just how efficien...

We sit down and discuss newly released and upcoming tools and tools news around the likes of Milwaukee, Makita, Dewalt, Metabo, Bosch etc.

Oztooltalk review Milwaukee's 2nd Generation of FUEL tools, starting with the Hammer Drill & regular Drill Driver.

We compared the Gen1 FUEL Hammer Drill in our monster hammer drill comparison, he...

Milwaukee's New Product Symposium - a sneak peak brought to you by oztooltalk.

We check out Milwaukee's:

New batteries (6ah and 9ah)
Gen2 FUEL Drill & Impact Driver
Extensive range of hand tools
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This is Part 1 of the tour of oztooltalk's sheds. These are the results of a man on a tight budget trying to make a good workspace with awesome tools.

Features: homemade workbenches & dust extract...

oztooltalk reviews Dewalt's DCF820 Brushless Screwgun (autofeed collated). The front attachment is available separately.

This is a seriously impressive, simple, functional tool.

Leave us a comme...

EGO's 56V 14" Chainsaw is their latest (brushless) garden tool. It's definitely one of their best . If you didn't think a chainsaw could take on hardwood logs,, join the queue, and prepare to be to...

oztooltalk compares the latest brushless circular saw to the market, Makita's DHS680, to the first in its class, the Milwaukee FUEL M18CCS5 / 2730.

We look at the features, power, runtime and feel...

oztooltalk reviews the first ever full sized cordless circular saw, the FUEL M18 CCS66 / 2731. If you rely on a cordless circular saw, definitely check this out!

Part 2 of 2. We SCORE and RANK the top brushless 18V Hammer Drills from Makita, Milwaukee, Dewalt, Metabo, and the brushed Bosch. Find the full review here: http://oztooltalk.com/hammer_drill_compa...

Part 1 of 2. We TEST and EXAMINE the top brushless 18V Hammer Drills from Makita, Milwaukee, Dewalt, Metabo, and the brushed Bosch. Find the full review here: http://oztooltalk.com/hammer_drill_com...

This line trimmer is so quiet that I used it at 9pm in a residential estate. Its not perfect, but definately work a good look. Full review here: http://oztooltalk.com/ego-56v-battery-line-trimmer-r...

EGO's 56V blower is possibly their best tool. Yes, it's fun and well built and comfortable. But mostly it's just a powerhouse. Full review here: http://oztooltalk.com/ego-56v-battery-blower-review/

Think a mower can't run on batteries? Think again! Check out the EGO 56V Mower. Full review here: http://oztooltalk.com/ego-56v-battery-mower-review/

The time of petrol may be drawing to an end...

Oz Tool Talk reviews EGO's 56V Hedge Trimmer. If someone knows a more fun tool to test than this, please tell me. Full review here - http://oztooltalk.com/ego-56v-battery-hedge-trimmer-review/

Milwaukee's High Impact Driver, the M18 CHIDH716 / 2765, is a tool that puts big holes in timber, no more no less. How good is it? Watch and learn...
Full review: http://oztooltalk.com/milwaukee-f...

We review the Milwaukee M18 FUEL Grinder (CAG125XPD / 2780), and compare it with its predecessor, the HD18AG125. The write-up is here: http://oztooltalk.com/milwaukee-m18-fuel-grinder-review-2......

We review that M12 CH Fuel Rotary Hammer Drill. That's right folks, this baby rotary hammer runs on a 12V battery, and still kicks some ass. Full review: http://oztooltalk.com/milwaukee-m12-fuel-ro...

Milwaukee & Makita Brushless Grinders, M18 CAG125XPD vs DGA504. Cordless Grinders are changing the game for many tradies, who's is best?

We review Milwaukee's brand new 26mm FUEL Rotary Hammer Drill. It is the second biggest in their incredible line up of FOUR M18 rotary hammer drills. Full review: http://oztooltalk.com/milwaukee-18...

We review Makita's latest Brushless Impact Driver, the DTD148 / XDT09. Its toy sized, but it is certainly not a toy.... Full review at: http://oztooltalk.com/makita-brushless-tiny-impact-driver......

We compare the tried and tested Makita BFR450 against a lesser known, and cheaper, Wallpro CSG-4002L screwgun.

We check out the new Brushless Grinder - DGA504Z, and compare it to Makita's old grinder, the DGA452. Write-up here: http://oztooltalk.com/makita-brushless-grinder-review-dga...

This may have yo...

We compare the Flexovit, Bosch, Toolex & Carborundum cut-off wheels. Ever wondered which discs cut the fastest, last the longest and provide best value for money? This comparison will answer your q...

OZ Tool Talk's review the very versatile Bosch Green Rolling Sander (PRR 250ES). Check out the write-up at: http://oztooltalk.com/bosch-green-sanding-roller-prr-250e...

We review DeWALT's brand new 5AH Battery on their flagship drill, the 3-Speed, Brushless DCD995. What a beast! Write up is here - http://oztooltalk.com/dewalt-18v-5ah-battery-dcd995-brush...

In this review we take a look at the recent refresh to Milwaukee's brushed compact drill and impact driver. Full review here: http://oztooltalk.com/milwaukee-gen-ii-compact-drill-impa....
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We check out Makita's new 4-Port charger, the DC18SF. Let us know what you think!

Bosch and Makita 18V planers do battle, BKP180 vs GHO 18V-Li! Both units gave excellent finishes and had the power and run time to be super useful. Check out our write-up here: http://oztooltalk.co...

FEIN compact drill, impact driver and impact wrench. ABS 18, ASCD 18 W4, ASCD W2. The short follow up to our review of the 4 speed drill. Write up here: http://oztooltalk.com/fein-4-speed-drill-rev...

The new 4 speed, 3850RPM FEIN ASCM 18 QX drill driver. Check out our write-up here: http://oztooltalk.com/fein-4-speed-drill-review-ascm-18-q...

We review Makita's mighty Brushless 18V Hammer Drill, the DHP481Z / XPH07. This is our second review, with a new unit and batteries. We retested and recorded, and boy were we in for a shock. Check ...

In this video we review the brand new brushless impact driver / wrench from Bosch Blue, GDX 18V-EC / IDH182. Check out the write-up here - http://oztooltalk.com/bosch-brushless-review-drill-and-imp...

We review the brand new brushless compact hammer drill from Bosch Blue, GSB 18V-EC / DDS182. Check out the write-up here - http://oztooltalk.com/bosch-brushless-review-drill-and-im....

Please check out the newer review, as this one was misleading - http://youtu.be/gUscFyTacS0. Or check out the write-up here: http://oz-tool-talk.tumblr.com/

A very quick review of the Bahco wrecking knife / chisel.