Want to get into a group Fein blade buy?
I was just thinking that you can buy Fein Blade 10 packs for $169 – $229 depending on blade style.
That represents at least a 50% discount off single blade pricing.
If we were to group together and purchase a 10 pack of three diff blade types, we’d all be able to get some for a helluva deal.
At those prices, I’d personally stock up on probably 2-3 each of each blade.
One person would purchase the blades and than collect the money from those interested and for the effort – maybe take a couple free blades for themselves.
They’d be easy to ship via simple envelope and Paypal could be used for payment.
Any interested? Anyone want to be the gang leader for this venture? I’d be willing to, but would also be willing to pay in full for my blades if someone else wanted to take it on.
I have the old style, so those are the blades I’m referring to.
Toolking.com has the 10 packs at those prices.
Julian
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I'm game, but it would have to be local.
The shipping would offset the savings.
“The world is a dangerous place, not because of those who do evil, but because of those who look on and do nothing.†—Albert Einstein
I don't see how - to ship a few blades would only cost $4-6 probably - they don't weigh a thing.Chalk that up next to a $20 per blade savings and we'd still be coming out ahead quite a bit.JT
I'm game. You want to organize it, Julian?I'll eat your peaches, mam. I LOVE peaches!
OK two of us locally, we can get a group postage rate, & besides haven't seen ya since 06.
I'm in for 10's & 12's either and or or ;-)
“The world is a dangerous place, not because of those who do evil, but because of those who look on and do nothing.†—Albert Einstein
Yeah, we could meet 1/2 way for a cup of coffee or something, huh? I bet there are others hereabouts who'll get in on this, too.I'll eat your peaches, mam. I LOVE peaches!
I'm in for this.
“The world is a dangerous place, not because of those who do evil, but because of those who look on and do nothing.†—Albert Einstein
Julian
Ihave the MSXE 636-2 XL model and would be interested depending on which blades you want to get and how do we divide them up I think you might want to post a list showing which blades.
Zeeya
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Julian
Great idea!
Count me in, I'm with you on the shipping, they don't weigh much, cant cost much.
I will do it any way someone/you want, let me know.
Doug
I'd be interested also.
John
J.R. Lazaro Builders, Inc.
Indianapolis, In.
I would be interested too. I've about burned up my current batch of blades. I too have the old-style round arbor.Steve
I'd definately be interested. I have the old style also.
Mike
Me too. Old style, especially the wood/metal offset takes a beating; maybe I'd try a wood-only offset as well.
I don't use PayPal, but I would be willing to send a check in advance, you could wait for it to clear before shipping.
Which blade style? I might be interested. Many people make their own blades too for what it's worth.
Bob
How many is too many? This could get crazy real soon. Count me in.
Get your aspirin ready, this could be a logistcal nightmare.
"I am the master of my fate, I am the captain of my soul." Invictus, by Henley.
Way to go Julian!
You know, for this quantity, it's possible that we could get a deeper discount from somebody???
Let me know what you come up with and I'll certainly go in. The 90$ I spend for the last three was no bargain.
Thanks,
pat
"Research is what I'm doing when I don't know what I'm doing..."
I don;t need the blades but I do a lot of shipping... I thought I might suggest the best way to ship these in order to make this all more tolerable for the organizer.
Take flat sheet of light corrugated carboard that is the same width and twice the length of the blade diameter. Set the blades in the center and fold it over so that the two loose ends meet over top the center of the blades. tape it well. Then do it again in the other direction so that the blades cannot escape the package.
Flat cardboard is super cheap to buy in sheets or to get from pretty much any box.
Throw a sheet of paper between each blade too, maybe.
I refuse to accept that there are limitations to what we can accomplish. Pete Draganic
Well, I'm a bit of a deal hound, so let me do some checking and see what the best deal is going.Give me a few days to figure it out and I'll post the pictures and numbers and we can go from there.Them damn 2 1/2 fine Ecuts sure don't like nails that much, do they...JT
Check with Mark at HeavyDutyTools.net.
I know he had some smaller boxes, he might be able to get the bulk, however fein has not been speedy getting stuff to him.
Bob
Let me know where you find the best deal. I might be able to get a few guys in this neck of the woods to go in on it with me and just have it shipped straight here and save you the grief.
I'll go in for one of each, or maybe more if you need something to balance out. The old style blades, not the splined arbor.
I can pay by PayPal or send a check. Let me know.
Julian, I've emailed my local supplier to see if he can beat any of those 10 pack prices. Will let you know when he responds.
Bryan, the new style blades work fine with the old saws. For further support and gription, check out this part
Product Description - Fein 30109189010
Use this adapter to take advantage of the benefits of the new accessory mount system with an old-style MultiMaster holder. The bottom side has 4-star male mount that fits securely into the newly designed accessories, the top side is carbide coated to prevent slipping in the old-style MultiMaster mount. A Great Place for Information, Comraderie, and a Sucker Punch.
Remodeling Contractor just outside the Glass City.
http://www.quittintime.com/
Let me know what you find out, though I suspect we'll have a hard time getting everyone who's interested in the blades ALSO interested in buying a $25 (or whatever) adapter.For my part, I really don't have any problems with the old mount - mainly a case of making sure you are using a good allen wrench and the nut's in good shape.JT
Julian, the adptr is only 9-10bucks. I too had no problem torqing down on the blade but they tossed one in my hand so I gave it a try. As far as adding it to the order..................
holy ####, this would be harder than t-shirts for the fest.
I commend you for offering to do this. There's at least 5/6 diff. blades I'm thinking some would be interested in.
Used to use these: View Image
Then got into these. View Image
A Great Place for Information, Comraderie, and a Sucker Punch.
Remodeling Contractor just outside the Glass City.
http://www.quittintime.com/
Edited 3/4/2008 10:56 am ET by calvin
Me too, please...
Julian
Don't forget to count me in. I'm wearing the h##l out of my blades I can send you a check upfront when you order let me know I'll send you my address it's also printed on my checks
ZeeyaView Image
Count me in. My helper has put a big dent in my blade stock.
Me, I would never hit a blade with a nail. :-)
Don K.
EJG Homes Renovations - New Construction - Rentals
I would be interested.
Don't forget that PayPal eats up 3% for the fees if you accept it.
Shipping via a USPS flat rate envelope would be the easiest at $4.60 per... but those are sold in quantities of 10 online. I don't know if the blades would be shippable in that envelope (thickness), or if the USPS would make you get a box.
Not sure you are right on the paypal if it is not ebay sale. Maybe they have changed but I thought transfers were free unless you use credit card.
PayPal is "free" to the buyer (or sender of funds).
The seller (or recipient of the funds) always pays a fee.
If you transfer your own money within PayPal, it is also free (depending on how the transfer is done).
http://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_display-fees-outside
Looks like personal acct receiving is free if they do not use a credit card.
Ahh. I have almost always used a CC.
Most transactions I have received have been the same way.
Another layer of protection in case something happens.
I do too, but for this effort hopefully the protection should not be necessary. Used to be a lot of ebay sellers would not take the paypal with credit card. Have not seen too many lately.
interesting. The fees charged on that chart are different from what we pay too.
$0.30 per transaction +2.9% of gross.I'll need to look into this further.
One parent dis pay a charge from a balance and we were hit with the fee, maybe he sourced it from the wrong place.TFB (Bill)
Our CubScout Pack started offering paypal as an option to pay for various activities this year. From what I've experienced the receiver of the funds is hit with the fee regardless of the sender's source., be it paypal balance, credit card or checking account.I created a spreadsheet to tell me what to "charge" folks in order to net out the required money needed. (if the pack needs $20, the money request/invoice is for $20.91. If we need $60 the invoice is for $62.10) Table goes from $6 to $171 and could easily go further if needed.Anybody wants a copy I'd be happy to post it here or email offline.TFB (Bill)
To All
You can ship priority mail up to 1 lb for $4.60 and the box is free from the post office the next one up is the flat rate box which they also provide ,think it is 8.90 for alot of lbs. 70 i think if you could get it in the size box they give you. if you go to the post office web site you can order the boxes there and they will deliver them free.Get some priority mail stamps and just drop them in the box.
good luck
Cathy
Per Julian's email to me , I have included some pricing on 10 packs. These are part #'s sent to me by Russ at Fein.6-35-02-133-04-0 $143.51
6-35-02-134-03-0 $156.07
6-35-02-151-03-0 $153.14
6-35-02-152-03-0 $171.14
Pics of the different styles:http://www.fein.de/fein-multimaster/us/en/products/accessories_sawing.php
Thanks, Mark.Looks like we are gonna get some good pricing there. Now we choose maybe 4-5 styles of blades and then get an order going for 40-50 blades and figure out who wants who.First, let's all take a look at the part numbers, then email me with (FEINBLADES) in the subject line indicating which and how many you'd buy.I'll create an email rule to compile all the emails and let you guys know what the demand is, that'll determine how we go forth.Julian AT Juliantracy.comJT
If it does not turn out to be a real overload I would consider doing the break-bulk and shipping. It would save one level of shipping. I would just pick them up from Mark and put them in the flatrate envelopes. Maybe you could mail me labels? Or probably pdf the mail list.
Bob
I couldn't find the last two blades you listed on the Fein web site.
Also what would the prices be for
6 35 02 097 02
6 35 02 106 01
6 35 02 144 01
6 35 02 113 01
I usually get blades from this place:http://cgi.ebay.com/Wide-cutting-BLADE-for-Fein-Multimaster-Free-Shipping_W0QQitemZ320222774578QQihZ011QQcategoryZ20797QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItemThey come 7 in bubble wrapped envelope.I'd be interested in going in on the metal cutting blades, but don't see them on the Fein site. Local place has them 2 for 99 bucks, argggh.I go through a blade almost every time I use it... Winterlude, Winterlude, my little daisy,
Winterlude by the telephone wire,
Winterlude, it's makin' me lazy,
Come on, sit by the logs in the fire.
The moonlight reflects from the window
Where the snowflakes, they cover the sand.
Come out tonight, ev'rything will be tight,
Winterlude, this dude thinks you're grand.
I'm interested in a couple.
Just tried out my new MM. Very nice. BTW, which blades do you guys recommend for drywall? I'd hate to waste the wrong blade.
Duh, do I feel dumb now... here I was giving instructions to mail what i thought would be circular saw blades.
Then I bought a Fein for the first time a couple days ago and it hit me.... you were talking about THOSE blades.
I might be interested in a couple blades too.... hows this gonna work.... or is it?
I refuse to accept that there are limitations to what we can accomplish. Pete Draganic
If you guys do this order I might want to get in. I suggest Julian or whoever is going to do the set up get a Google Docs account. Google Spreadsheets will let you make an awesome form that is a web page that populates a spreadsheet. You could set it up so it was one click to get to the page and then have all the blade types as fields or checkboxes, along with shipping info, name etc. Super easy and cheap.
Anybody else want to spearhead this effort and get a few free blades out of the deal?Left to my own devices, it might not ever get underway, and I'm certainly not going to get into some fancy web-based order deally.I thought it was a good idea, but it could only be made better and actually feasible with an easy setup and ordering system like was suggested above.Feel free to take charge and push me off the box - I'll just pony up and order a few blades like the rest of the guys (and gals?) here.Julian
You ain't the only one.
I first read it as Frued blades.
That's why I was thinking heavy on the shipping cost.
Then I told Jim I was interested in 10's & 12's.
Had "red" blades on my mind all the way.
“The world is a dangerous place, not because of those who do evil, but because of those who look on and do nothing.†—Albert Einstein
I guess we both gotta go sit in the corner now.
no blades for you! (or me)
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I refuse to accept that there are limitations to what we can accomplish. Pete Draganic
I just reconsidered my position.... I think it was all YOUR fault. Surely it was your post that made me think that it was larger blades.
Ok, let the record reflect that I am blaming you for this embarrassing incident and absolve myself of any wrong doing. <G>
btw, how is the Super Mario Crash Brothers or whatever-it-is-called thing working out? Have you been tempted to play it yet?
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I refuse to accept that there are limitations to what we can accomplish. Pete Draganic
how is the Super Mario Crash Brothers or whatever-it-is-called thing working out? Have you been tempted to play it yet?
I can't play those things, the kid kicks my azz in about 20 seconds & I get frustrated.
I'm like "it won't jump & kick" he replies with "all you need to do is up left Y then R" .
Too many friggin buttons-------- I can compete with him on the racing games though.
“The world is a dangerous place, not because of those who do evil, but because of those who look on and do nothing.†—Albert Einstein
UPDATE GUYS...
Just came across this link on JLC:
http://www.multiblades.com/Flush-Cutting-Blades.html
This guy makes custom blades for the Fein tool for about $16 a pop.
Looks like he knows what he's doing and the prices are lower than doing some quantity buy of Fein blades.
This guy was getting thumbs up from a few guys at JLC, I'm thinking it might be a better way to go.
Anybody buy from him yet?
JT
JT
Those prices look good, wonder if he's the same guy that sells them on e-bay? I'll have to go see if I can find that guy........
Doug
The prices look better than any I've seen on Ebay, possibly cause he wouldn't have to pay any fees.I'm thinking I may go in this direction - at these prices, it's almost 1/3 - 1/2 off even a group buy of Fein pricing.JT
Good deal, indeed. It looks like his blades are ALL blade, unlike the Ebay guy who has a shank that the blade is attached to.
I think I'll send for a few of them and give em a try. Hell for that price I doubt I could go wrong.
I usually dont change a blade due to dullness as much as I do for hitting something and ruining it, that pizzes ya off when ya give $25-30 for the darn things.
Doug
Just ordered some blades from that link you posted, Julian. Thanks.
Anyone else tried these blades? Any reports?I'll eat your peaches, mam. I LOVE peaches!
Any feedback on those blades yet? I'm ready to order.John
J.R. Lazaro Builders, Inc.
Indianapolis, In.
I haven't used them yet, John, but the service was great. They are quite a bit stouter than Fein blades, I can tell you that. I'd be astonished if they prove a poor investment.
I just placed my order for an assortment of 11 blades (buy 10 and get 1 free). From http://www.multiblades.com .Worked up to $14 per blade. I'll let you know how they are.John
J.R. Lazaro Builders, Inc.
Indianapolis, In.
I already received a reply from Multiblades that my blades were in the mail (first class) and I should see them in 3 days. Talk about fast service! I just ordered them this morning.John
J.R. Lazaro Builders, Inc.
Indianapolis, In.
First blade broke where the metal bend was. Jury is still out as it may have been the pin head that was using the MM. I will contact seller to see if they will replace it. Never had a Fein blade break though.Constructing in metric...
every inch of the way.
Just wait, somebody will step on one... and a sharp one, too<G> If dogs run free, then what must be,
Must be, and that is all.
True love can make a blade of grass
Stand up straight and tall.
In harmony with the cosmic sea,
True love needs no company,
It can cure the soul, it can make it whole,
If dogs run free.
I noticed a tendency for the Fein blades to drop teeth, starting at the outside. Even when used carefully, this can happen if you work the blade left and right as you plunge.
I'm thinking that even if you just put a little pressure to the right while the blade is buried in the wood, the vibration puts a lot of periodic pressure on the end tooth on the right. Since there is no place for the tooth to go, it breaks off.
I changed my method so that there is at least a little freedom of movement for the end teeth whenever possible. I have not used this new method enough yet to be able to say whether it will prolong the life of teeth.
I hated seeing a tooth break off on one of the wide wood blades just seconds after I started a cut in a 2X10. I saw dollar signs flying out the window.
Received this email from Multiblades a few days ago:
I am sending this email to let you know that we have been informed by Fein that some features of our blades for the Multimaster are in violation of US Patent Law.
The blades for the Supercut appear to be OK at this time but it needs to be verified.
The issue has been resolved amicably with no legal consecuences but we will not be able to sell anymore any of the blades we have been making for the Multimaster.
The problem revolves around the star hole.
I firmly believe that the star hole I use is different than the one Fein uses but I don't have the millions needed to prove that in court.
I thank you for your past support and hope to count on you again in the future.
Thanks
Al
Multiblades.com
John
J.R. Lazaro Builders, Inc.
Indianapolis, In.
Yeah man, I got the same notice. Glad I stocked up!
Haven't had any trouble with those blades yet, either. Haven't worked them hard, but they seem fine what use I've given them.
So what's the scoop? Is it just the star shaped ones he can't sell?Can he still sell the round hole blades or did Fein patent the round hole too?JT
HellifIknow. My Multimaster takes round or star, I think. I just bought the star type because that's what Fein sells.
Hey. Maybe those of us who own the older model with the round thingy will be able to get blades cheap!
Hey! Maybe they'll start selling conversion thingys to change the new and improved models so THEY can use round holed blades.
Is this a great industry, or what. The potential for retrofits boggle the mind.
They're back!
I got this email today:
This to let you know that our site is available again with lower prices and new round blades.
We are now using a different hole on the blades for the Multimaster.
It is as functional as the previous star hole we have been using and it works on all Multimaster models.
More blades will be added in the near future.
Thanks for your past support.
Al
http://www.multiblades.com
http://www.multiblades.comGo to Site
Search the Web
John
J.R. Lazaro Builders, Inc.
Indianapolis, In.
Thanks. I don't have the MM yet and I'm keeping blade cost in mind as I decide whether or not I can continue to do without.
Their site wasn't perfectly clear. What's the difference between the arbor on this one:
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and this one:
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I'm not totally sure myself. I've been too busy to do the research myself. All I know is that Fein got their panties in a bunch because the previous arbor hole that they had was too similar to theirs. So instead of fighting it out in court where only the lawyers win, Multiblades changed the hole.
John
J.R. Lazaro Builders, Inc.
Indianapolis, In.
Is it just me or is his site really slow? Is he running this off dial-up?
Otherwise looks great, will consider getting some.
Yeah - seems really slow. And with typos and grammatical errors.
Hey! He's one of us!
Forrest
"Hey! He's one of us!"Dat he is. Al has been a long time perticpant over at JLC. He as a one track business that just does door replacements.But he has some kind of background in metal work and more extensive type of construction..
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A-holes. Hey every group has to have one. And I have been elected to be the one. I should make that my tagline.
Arte you all aware that Bosch makes a tool just like the multimaster, but doesn't sell it in the US. It's half the price of the Fein and their blades are about half the price also. They will only fit the old style multimaster. They are being sold online by a business in Great Britain. Go to multimaster blades on Ebay. Go down the page to the bottom and the bosch appears. They have as many blades as fien. I can vouch for the seller. I ordered two blades to see if they would fit my multimaster and I paid through penpal. I had the blades within five days, they fit the old style multimaster just fine, and I received a nice Email from the seller in Great Britain. Seemed like a real gentleman.The Ebay site also shows the bosch tool as well as a video explaining its uses. The tool is about half the price also.
I nosed around on ebay using search criteria you suggested....no joy. Any chance you can provide a link or some more info?
Everything will be okay in the end. If it's not okay, it's not the end.
Post a link to one of his auctions please.
I would if I knew how! I don't!I'll try it again and list the complete route shortly.It's there. I clicked on google and typed in ebay.com .
Then click on ebay search. When it comes up just type in multimaster
blades. You will get afull page of fien blades. Scroll down to the bottom of the page and you're in the Bosch blade section. They are currently listed for $13.86. Give it another try and let me know how you make out.Edited 6/27/2008 9:28 pm ET by retireehttp://search.ebay.com/ws/search/SaleSearch?sofocus=bs&satitle=multimaster+blades&sacat=-1%26catref%3DC5&dfsp=32&sofindtype=0&from=R7&nojspr=y&pfid=0&fsop=32%26fsoo%3D2&fcl=3&frpp=50
Is this what you mean?
Edited 6/27/2008 9:36 pm ET by retiree
to give a link to a website go to that website. The highlight the URL in the window at the top fo the browser. The left click and select copy.Then paste that in the reply here..
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A-holes. Hey every group has to have one. And I have been elected to be the one. I should make that my tagline.
Open his auction, go up to the address box at the top of your browser, highlight the address, right click, select copy. Go back to BT and paste it in your post.
Learn something new every day. Thanks for the lesson. This address
will take you right to his sight. Go to the bottom to see the Bosch
tool.Good luck!http://cgi.ebay.com/Bosch-AIZ-32-EC-HCS-Saw-Blade-PMF-180-FEIN-Multimaster_W0QQitemZ160252843451QQihZ006QQcategoryZ20797QQrdZ1QQssPageNameZWD2VQQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp1638Q2em122
Arte you all aware that Bosch makes a tool just like the multimaster, but doesn't sell it in the US.
Thought I heard that the Bosch would be selling in this country by next year - don't know if its true, hope so, competition is a good thing!
Doug
Cool - I just ordered one each of the fine, medium, and sharp flush-cutting blades - round hole. Curious to see how well they do.
Forrest
Yeah I posted this on another thread
http://forums.taunton.com/tp-breaktime/messages?msg=105544.1