kbobam Posted August 22, 2015 Report Share Posted August 22, 2015 The Dremel was mentioned in passing recently, when we were admiring Chuck G's great work with it. Although there's no direct connection between this tool and marbles, I couldn't help thinking that there are probably quite a few marble people who appreciate it. I won't bore you trying to explain how I came to this 'connection' if you're willing to trust me that it makes sense somehow. I have a small amount of older Dremel equipment which I enjoy very much for various reasons. Here's a 'Model 2'. Wish I'd taken the time to take a nicer photo, but it's the weekend and I'm feeling kind of lazy and 'laid back'. When this guy is running, it puts out some bright blue sparks that make you think of something in Dr. Frankenstein's laboratory. ( : Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lstmmrbls Posted August 22, 2015 Report Share Posted August 22, 2015 That is a beauty! One of the best tools ever invented for man kind I have always had dremels around and have had and sold a couple early ones. I am currently using the 12 volt cordless. Really like the flex shaft attachment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kbobam Posted August 22, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 22, 2015 No doubt about it. If you've never used the flex shaft, you probably love your tool just as it is. But eventually you're going to check out a friend's or coworker's, and that's that. Game over. You're going to get one! Here's a photo I clipped from Amazon for people who don't know what we're talking about. The Dremel is a fairly small and lightweight tool to begin with. But by adding the 'shaft', you take sort of a 'dentist drill' approach. You separate the larger heavier motorized part of the tool, and work with a smaller lighter 'hand-piece' that lets you work more easily and in tighter situations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kbobam Posted August 23, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 23, 2015 This topic will never be complete without mentioning the best Dremel 'shaft accessory' ever! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ann Posted August 25, 2015 Report Share Posted August 25, 2015 I treasure (and use) my fifteen-year-old dremel with regularity . . . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kbobam Posted August 25, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 25, 2015 My favorite Dremel model is also an older one. If I had reason to use it every day, I wouldn't think twice about it. I kind of wish Galen hadn't mentioned his 12 volt cordless. Can't justify getting one at the moment, but I really want it! I can just see him now. Bringing one of those small, but tedious to do at home, projects to one of his West Coast beaches, and occasionally being distracted by 'other things'. Boy I really hate him sometimes! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I'llhavethat1 Posted August 26, 2015 Report Share Posted August 26, 2015 What exactly are you guys doing with these things? It's a useful tool but can't say I use it much compared to other tools. Showing my ignorance I thought they only came out 20-25 years ago (maybe it was a resurgence). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kbobam Posted August 26, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 26, 2015 Mr.Dremel started his company in 1932. He made other products before he came up with the 'rotary tool'. I have no idea how long 'other' rotary tools may have been around before his. The 'Model 2' definitely was around in 1947, if you believe the file name in the advertisement I found and posted. Pretty sure I remember seeing a 'Model 1' somewhere, but don't know when it was introduced. The Dremel is sometimes incredibly useful for a quick and perfect result in certain circumstances. But more often it's used for fine detail work that often takes a lot of time, as Chuck said. The more modern (I think) 'Roto-Zip' tool is pretty much a larger version of the Dremel which takes larger bits and other 'accessory' devices but also achieves high RPMs. It may be a more useful tool for a person who's 'good with his hands' and likes taking care of practical problems around the house without calling in a repair person. ( : Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ann Posted August 26, 2015 Report Share Posted August 26, 2015 What exactly are you guys doing with these things? What happens in Dremelland stays in Dremmelland. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ausman Posted August 26, 2015 Report Share Posted August 26, 2015 What exactly are you guys doing with these things? Dental work....plaque removal! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lstmmrbls Posted August 27, 2015 Report Share Posted August 27, 2015 grinding cutting buffing polishing drilling etc ect. Yesterday I soldered a ring that had broken then used the dremel to smooth out my solder job. I then changed tips and used it to polish the ring, Next project will be polishing two types of stainless finishes on my watch band. And sometime soon I will be cutting some drywall with it. I will also be carving some eggs in the near future. Heck it even cuts marbles in half Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kbobam Posted August 27, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 27, 2015 Oh shoot! Is that the 'cordless'? That's another good thing about it. Without the awkward cord going every which way, you can have your tool and the flex shaft in a convenient small case. ( : Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lstmmrbls Posted August 27, 2015 Report Share Posted August 27, 2015 I love the cordless but they do wear out, unlike the corded variety that seam to last forever Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ann Posted August 27, 2015 Report Share Posted August 27, 2015 I can cut marbles in half with it?? How did I not figure that out? walks away muttering . . . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lstmmrbls Posted August 28, 2015 Report Share Posted August 28, 2015 Some water and a diamond disk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kbobam Posted August 28, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 28, 2015 Naturally, having 'clicked' on several things 'Dremel' recently, I'm now being bombarded with advertisements from everyone in the world who sells their products. Most of them haven't been of any special interest, but one just appeared about something completely new to me. I guess it makes sense when you think about it. Dremel now makes a '3D printer', which produces objects for which their rotary tool is the perfect thing for putting on the finishing touches! Smart. And if you click on the link below, there's a 'surprise bonus'! Give it a moment to cycle through the changing 'background pictures'. If you have a quick eye, you'll see a couple examples of something they 'printed' just for us! https://3dprinter.dremel.com/?campaign_source=dremel&campaign_medium=website&campaign_id=3dideabuilder Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lstmmrbls Posted August 28, 2015 Report Share Posted August 28, 2015 I want a 3D printer really really bad, I just don't know if I have the brains left to learn to do the coding http://www.banggood.com/Heacent-Reprap-Prusa-i3-3D-Printer-DIY-Assembly-Kit-0_4-Nozzle-p-955267.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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