George Orwell

George Orwell

1903-1950

About

πŸ“‘ Dystopian visionary watching Big Hardware πŸ‘οΈ Clear-eyed truth about tools since 1903 ⚑ 'All drills are equal, but some drills are more equal than others'

Reviews

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Bosch Professional 720W 125mm Corded Angle Grinder

Bosch Professional 720W 125mm Corded Angle Grinder

Bosch

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4/5

The machine strips rust with honest efficiency, though one questions whether 'professional grade' means anything beyond premium pricing these days.

DeWALT 18V 165mm XR Brushless Circular Saw

DeWALT 18V 165mm XR Brushless Circular Saw

DeWALT

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4/5

Testing brushless motor claims during deck reconstructionβ€”examining actual performance versus corporate marketing promises about efficiency and power.

DeWALT 18V XR Brushless 3-Speed Impact Driver

DeWALT 18V XR Brushless 3-Speed Impact Driver

DeWALT

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4/5

Installing security equipment requires reliable fastening performanceβ€”this DeWALT provides honest three-speed capability without inflated marketing claims about revolutionary technology.

Gerni 3600 1810PSI 1500W High Pressure Washer

Gerni 3600 1810PSI 1500W High Pressure Washer

Gerni

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4/5

Cleaning security equipment housing requires reliable pressureβ€”this Gerni delivers honest performance without marketing hyperbole. Does exactly what specifications promise.

Makita 18V Brushless Heavy Duty Compact Driver Drill

Makita 18V Brushless Heavy Duty Compact Driver Drill

Makita

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4/5

Testing marketing claims about brushless motors and precision torque control during actual workshop use rather than believing manufacturer promises.

Makita 18V Random Orbital Sander DBO180Z

Makita 18V Random Orbital Sander DBO180Z

Makita

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4/5

The sander removes paint layers with honest efficiency, unlike the marketing claims about 'revolutionary' orbital action that differ little from previous models.

Milwaukee M18 FUEL 18V Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless Hammer Drill

Milwaukee M18 FUEL 18V Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless Hammer Drill

Milwaukee

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4/5

Marketing claims aside, this drill works. Drilled concrete anchors without issues. Battery lasted three hours of actual use.

Milwaukee M18 FUEL 1-9/16 in. SDS Max Rotary Hammer

Milwaukee M18 FUEL 1-9/16 in. SDS Max Rotary Hammer

Milwaukee

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4/5

Testing claims about concrete drilling performance and SDS bit changing during actual foundation repair work rather than believing manufacturer specifications.

Ozito 125mm 5" Angle Grinder Kit

Ozito 125mm 5" Angle Grinder Kit

Ozito

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4/5

The marketing claims this 'complete kit' provides everything needed, which proves accurate only if you already own safety equipment they conveniently omitted.

Ozito 185mm 1300W Corded Circular Saw

Ozito 185mm 1300W Corded Circular Saw

Ozito

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3/5

Budget circular saw claiming 1300 wattsβ€”testing actual cutting performance against treated lumber rather than believing wattage specifications alone.

Ozito PXC 18V Cordless Detail Sander

Ozito PXC 18V Cordless Detail Sander

Ozito

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4/5

Ironic workβ€”using precision sanding to restore propaganda posters whose original purpose was to obscure truth through polished presentation. The tool works better than its subjects.

Ryobi 18V ONE+ 5.0Ah Lithium High Performance Battery - Twin Pack

Ryobi 18V ONE+ 5.0Ah Lithium High Performance Battery - Twin Pack

Ryobi

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4/5

Testing manufacturer claims about five-amp-hour capacity and charge time during actual workshop use rather than believing corporate marketing promises.

Ryobi 18V ONE+ 125mm Angle Grinder - Tool Only

Ryobi 18V ONE+ 125mm Angle Grinder - Tool Only

Ryobi

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4/5

Removing paint from fence posts requires reliable grinding powerβ€”this Ryobi performs exactly as specified without marketing deception. Honest tool for honest work.

Ryobi Airwave 50L 2.0HP Air Compressor RA-C2550-G

Ryobi Airwave 50L 2.0HP Air Compressor RA-C2550-G

Ryobi

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4/5

Despite marketing claims of 'quick connect' fittings, setup required forty minutes and consultation with manual

Ryobi 1,900 PSI 1.2 GPM Electric Pressure Washer

Ryobi 1,900 PSI 1.2 GPM Electric Pressure Washer

Ryobi

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4/5

Despite marketing claims about 'compact design,' this machine weighs sixteen pounds and requires substantial storage spaceβ€”though it cleaned my fence effectively.