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r/harborfreight on Reddit: I'm looking for an angle grinder on a budget - Harbor Freight or name brand? BTW - I'm left-handed
June 23, 2019 -
I need to pick-up an angle grinder. I am on a budget, but if I'm going to get something, I want something that will last a while (sharpening mower blades!) I probably can't get brushless right now. Should I head out to Harbor Freight or drive right past it and go to Lowe's? What exactly should I be looking for?
BTW - I am left-handed. Are there models that the handle on the side can be adjusted?
Thank you.
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I have the blue Chicago Electric HF one ($30). It's seen plenty of use for dumb stuff, from grinding out transmission bellhousings (don't ask) to cutting square tube to fix my grill (again, don't ask). I've had it for years, and it's still excellent. I wouldn't buy a cordless one, they never quite seem to have the "oomph" of the corded variety -- and I say that having tried the 20v Dewalt one. The handle can be screwed to the left, right, or top of the head of the grinder, it's pretty simple to operate, and if you burn it out -- you're only out $30. I haven't tried the Hercules ones, but I would guess that they're also pretty damn good. But why spend more? The flappy paddle on the blue Chicago Electric is pretty nice to have as well, though I think an electric brake would be nice. While we're talking grinders though, get yourself some safety gear. Wheels can and will explode, and you really don't want to be in the way of the debris following. At a minimum safety glasses, because you don't want rust in your eye that needs drilled out.
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If you're only going to use it a handful of times a year I would say a hf. If you plan on cutting metal or using it more often just get a used name brand.
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Harbor Freight has a great selection of heavy duty, cordless and corded angle grinders to fit your budget and the demands of your project. Grind, cut, and clean with angle grinders from Bauer, Hercules, and Chicago Electric.
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4.3 Amp, 4-1/2 in. Angle Grinder with Slide Switch
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8 Amp, 4-1/2 in. Trigger-Grip Angle Grinder
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The BAUER® 4-1/2 in. 8 Amp Angle Grinder features a trigger-grip design for comfort and control. The high-performance 8 amp motor delivers up to 11,000 RPM for fast material removal. The adjustable 2-position side handle and ergonomic slim body design with trigger switch provide maximum comfort during extended periods of grinding and cutting. A tool-free guard and spindle lock enable fast on-the-job wheel changes, minimizing downtime. This grinder is optimized for grinding, cutting, and shaping.
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20V Brushless Cordless, 4-1/2 in./5 in. Paddle-Switch Angle Grinder - Tool Only
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r/HomeImprovement on Reddit: Thoughts on Harbor Freight Angle Grinder
October 19, 2021 -
Hey everyone!
I've moved a few walls in my basement which were nailed into the concrete ground. The nails were mostly cut through and flush with the concrete. A few have a bit of a jagged edge sticking out yet though. I've tried a few different techniques with tools I have on hand but no luck.
So I'm looking at a really cheap angle grinder from Harbor Freight. $10 cheap. Couldn't figure out hyperlink, sorry :(
https://www.harborfreight.com/43-amp-4-12-in-slide-switch-angle-grinder-69645.html?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=12126402660&campaignid=12126402660&utm_content=118355052953&adsetid=118355052953&product=69645&store=356&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIiPKTqJ3V8wIVbWpvBB0m5ADkEAQYAiABEgLFrvD_BwE
I only need it for these like 2 nails (seriously 2) and then I have no idea when I would use it next. It just feels too cheap, too good to be true, even with great reviews... these nails are 1/4 diameter btw. So, what do y'all think?
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Harbor Freight tools can be super cheap for a reason, but often times for someone like you or a job like this that's plenty fine. If it breaks after awhile are you really out anything? Yeah yeah we shouldn't be buying disposable tools, but sometimes you gotta.
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I have that. It’s louder than better grinders. The arbor has run out, and creates more vibration than better grinders. But for occasional, one off jobs……it’s fine.
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20V Brushless Cordless, 4-1/2 in. Slide Switch Angle Grinder - Tool Only
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11 Amp, 4-1/2 in. Paddle-Switch Angle Grinder
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7 Amp, 4-1/2 in. Slide-Switch Angle Grinder
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January 5, 2024 - Click to expand... The best one I've had by far is the orange Central Electric (Harbor Freight) grinder I bought when they opened the first Harbor Freight in the area years and years ago. I think it cost $10, but it does everything I ask it to and comes back for more.
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July 6, 2017 - I'd have more to say after he's taken apart a DW grinder. At least it has lube in it. ... It is nice to see some improvement. The best thing about intense competition is it makes things better and cheaper for us. Even if you don't want a $40 angle grinder this will force the $60 grinder to get better and so on.
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15 Amp, 7 in./9 in. Trigger-Grip Angle Grinder
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The HERCULES® multisize grinder with 15 amp motor is designed for professional use. The high-performance motor delivers consistent speeds under loads so it won't bog down during tough jobs. The grinder includes guards for 7 in. and 9 in. wheels to handle the most demanding applications. The all-metal gear case and rugged impact-resistant housing are built to withstand harsh environments and minimize vibration. This grinder is optimized for grinding, cutting, shaping, and other heavy duty material removal.
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