AusBonsai

So here is my pressie
This is the $50 pack with lots of stuff ... most of it useful I hope.

I have 13 bits 11 diamond bits and 2 HSS cutters I am thinking the cutters are the bonsai friendly.

If you have a favorite bit you used when starting out ... then please let me know about it.

Here is something I found on Ebay .. is this the right stuff or am I barking up the wrong tree.

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/261040581198 ... 1423.l2649


Thank you
Cheers
David

David if you want cheap dremel bits seach for widgetsupply.com. They are in the states and even with postage they are so much cheaper than over here. I use the multipurpose cutting bit Dremel # 561 for most of my carving.

Well done, its a very good value for money power tool. I have 2 dremel's and one Ozito tool. I reckon the Ozito is just as good. And I speak from experience owing both !

Hi guys
I have just bought Ozito & it came with 3 yr warranty, flexible extension connection, bench stand & range of cutters, most of which almost useless for Bonsia Carving. Bought dremel cutter similar to a router cutter which cost as much but it fits the Ozito collar & worked great.
Rod

Bougy Fan wrote:David if you want cheap dremel bits seach for widgetsupply.com. They are in the states and even with postage they are so much cheaper than over here. I use the multipurpose cutting bit Dremel # 561 for most of my carving.

Tony,

I had a look at that 561 bit, and it looks like a drill bit to me. Is that the right one? I have no experience at all with this kinda thing, so it probably is, but just asking!

Cheers,

Andrew

Great posting David.

I have just purchased the ozito but have not opened it up yet. Great to get advice from those who have tried. It would be good to hear a little more about which bits are most popular amongst members.

Cheers

Stew

Thanks again you all for the feedback
Looks to me like any bit designated as cutting ,, for wood is the go ie: 115,117125,192,199.
Andrew the 561 designated Multipurpose and for me (just got one) it goes like crazy.
Check this out ..
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nF8-SV6ZA0M

Cheers David

A bit late but yes that's the one. I find it excellent because the open flutes don't clog up like a drill bit can. And it's sharp ! Once you get used to it you won't use many other bits for the detail work

What do members use for heavy carving such as the Graham Potter Weasel or terrier (as seen on Kaisen Video Youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9xqfbiqbjT8 )

Is this bit too much for the Ozito type power tool?

Cheers

Stew

Hi guys
thanks Cuwire for this question as im in the same boat. I agree with some of the stuff said and I think Ill try the Ozito first. If its no good then its not a big deal and ill buy the Dremel.
Thanks

Damian79 wrote:Hi guys
thanks Cuwire for this question as im in the same boat. I agree with some of the stuff said and I think Ill try the Ozito first. If its no good then its not a big deal and ill buy the Dremel.
Thanks

Stewart_Toowoomba wrote:What do members use for heavy carving such as the Graham Potter Weasel or terrier (as seen on Kaisen Video Youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9xqfbiqbjT8 )

Is this bit too much for the Ozito type power tool?

Cheers

Stew

Gave the Ozito a bit of a run (for only the second time) and then the motor conked out, took it back to bu##ings and they replaced the tool only. Second goon Saturday I was around at a mates, and the Ozito bits aren't much chop, I ended up using his nuematic (air compressor) rotary tool with a his proper carving bit to do some main carving and then clean up with the Ozito. My experience is - don't push the Oz until the motor nearly stops - and the Oz bits don't do much by way of intense carving, and the wire brushes and cutters desintegrate pretty quick (depending on the application). I might try that 561 Dremel bit if bu##ning$ sells it see if that can do a bit more chewing . If you've got the cash I'd get a die grinder or similar with a bit more grunt and chunkier bits

Good luck,
Ryan

well picked up a new dremmel bit from BW yesterday, the 117 High Speed Cutter, this certainly takes away more wood and is comparable to my mates nuematic version

I have killed 2 dremels and now have had the oritzo fo rseveral years and it is still going well.
Lynette

Having dealt with tools most of my life, I find it difficult to believe that the Ozito could be better than the Dremel, I think that a few people here are reasoning with their wallets rather than the facts - but each to their own.

For serious carvers I would suggest looking at the Foredom or Archer (Available at all Carba-Tec stores). These machines have an optional recriprocating hand piece which come with a set of chisels and are great for serious wood removal. Warning. They come at a cost, but then most good tools do.

Lynette wrote:I have killed 2 dremels and now have had the oritzo fo rseveral years and it is still going well.
Lynette

Good to hear a diverse range of user experiences, sometimes cheaper tools do the job just as well

Bonsai4ever wrote:Having dealt with tools most of my life, I find it difficult to believe that the Ozito could be better than the Dremel, I think that a few people here are reasoning with their wallets rather than the facts - but each to their own.

Hi B4E as this topic suggests it is from a novice point of view. And from that angle it just is about getting taste for carving etc and seeing if is a technique to continue on with. When I buy a tool (esp. power tool) I would normally go for something of mid-range quality if I knew I would use it many more times into the future, if it's a one off job go cheap. Therefore with Dremel at three times the price, the Ozito is easier to justify to see if I like carving or not (if not its not a huge waste).

Bonsai4ever wrote:For serious carvers I would suggest looking at the Foredom or Archer (Available at all Carba-Tec stores). These machines have an optional recriprocating hand piece which come with a set of chisels and are great for serious wood removal. Warning. They come at a cost, but then most good tools do.

Sure, if you've decided that carving is your thing, and you've got that kind of cash to invest, then I take your word that these would be excellent tools for the job. (in a separate thread) I'd love to see some of your carving work to see what we novices can aspire to and what these more serious machines can achieve?

Cheers,
Ryan