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OMT Metal Blade Testing Part 7: Blade Wear and Durability

Jul 1, 2014 Stuart 17 Comments

We tested three brands of metal-cutting oscillating tool blades to see which is most durable and longest-lasting.

OMT Metal Blade Testing Part 6: Cutting Performance (Ease of Cut)

Jun 23, 2014 Stuart 24 Comments

Wondering which oscillating multi-tool metal-cutting blade provides the best performance? We tested Bosch, Imperial, and Dewalt blades, and there was one blade that was clearly superior to the others.

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