I don't have a Dremel and have never used one (actually never even seen one).
Anyway, just got the weekly Aldi specials email which has this hobby tool set for $24.99 which might be of use for bonsai folk:
http://aldi.com.au/au/html/offers/2827_ ... 3-19-06-27
These don't go on sale until next Thursday (25/3/10).
Cheap Dremel-style tool at Aldi
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Re: Cheap Dremel-style tool at Aldi
Looks good with an extension and all
I would hold onto the receipt though 


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Re: Cheap Dremel-style tool at Aldi
it could possibly be alright Ron but you would probably have to discard those tips and buy some decent ones. they will most likely snap and break.
i would also be keeping the receipt
jamie
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Re: Cheap Dremel-style tool at Aldi
I've bought a few of these non-grocery items from Aldi (not going to tell you what 'cause I don't want to Jonah myselfBretts wrote:Looks good with an extension and allI would hold onto the receipt though

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Re: Cheap Dremel-style tool at Aldi
Watch for it heating up Ron had a cheap kept burning my hand so be aware. The flexi shaft is good but if you do use it again watch for heating. It needs lubricating frequently like all tools.Ron wrote:I've bought a few of these non-grocery items from Aldi (not going to tell you what 'cause I don't want to Jonah myselfBretts wrote:Looks good with an extension and allI would hold onto the receipt though
) and haven't had any problems. I'll be in line next Thursday (stores don't always get a lot to stock and you have to be there when they open (9am) if it's a good deal).
As Brett said hold onto you receipts. Cheers

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Definitely will do. Thanks for the advice, guys.Pup wrote:....As Brett said hold onto you receipts. CheersPup
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