suggestions for first rotory

[R/TED]

I am currently using the PC7424xp but looking to upgrade to a rotory. I'm interested in the Flex L3403. What do you all think?

[IID]

I am currently using the PC7424xp but looking to upgrade to a rotory. I'm interested in the Flex L3403. What do you all think?

Have you ever used a rotary before? If not,maybe you should give the 3401 a try 1st.The 3401 is going to be safer than the 3403,and it correct's very well.

[C. Charles Hahn]

I think if you want it, get it!

[R/TED]

Have you ever used a rotary before? If not,maybe you should give the 3401 a try 1st.The 3401 is going to be safer than the 3403,and it correct's very well.

Never used a rotory before but, can't learn without doing. How much more does the 3401 correct vs. the PC?

[C. Charles Hahn]

Have you ever used a rotary before? If not,maybe you should give the 3401 a try 1st.The 3401 is going to be safer than the 3403,and it correct's very well.

The 3401 isn't a rotary, it's a forced rotation DA. And it's a TOTALLY different animal to use and control than the 3403 (I own both, and both are top-notch tools). Safer yes, corrects well yes, slightly easier to use than a full-blown rotary perhaps, but the learning curve isn't the same regardless.

Never used a rotory before but, can't learn without doing. How much more does the 3401 correct vs. the PC?

I would say a 3401 can do 80-85% of what a rotary can when paired with the right pad(s), product(s), and techniques. With the 3401, Surbuf pads especially will be your friend.

[tuscarora dave]

Don't be scared, just go easy. I love my makita but a lighter machine like the flex 3403 sparks my interest. I have the 3401 and can tell you that Flex's build quality is very good. No guts no glory Do it Do it you won't be sorry.

[R/TED]

Thanks for the input so far guys, much appreciated. Still debating.

[IID]

The 3401 isn't a rotary, it's a forced rotation DA. And it's a TOTALLY different animal to use and control than the 3403 (I own both, and both are top-notch tools). Safer yes, corrects well yes, slightly easier to use than a full-blown rotary perhaps, but the learning curve isn't the same regardless.



I would say a 3401 can do 80-85% of what a rotary can when paired with the right pad(s), product(s), and techniques. With the 3401, Surbuf pads especially will be your friend.

You are correct Shiny Lil Detlr,the 3401 is NOT a rotary.I didn't say it was.I was just giving the forum member another option.As moving from a PCXP to a rotary will take some discipline.
I think it comes down to the user's capibilities,and how well they pick something up?
But yes,THANK YOU for the correction that I did not mention (and assumed) R/TED knew that the 3401 was not a rotary.

I also have the DA and rotary,and indeed "Top Notch" tools.



BTW R/TED,I appologize I didn't mention the 3401 is a DA not a rotary.

[Rsurfer]

"You are correct Shiny Lil Detlr,the 3401 is NOT a rotary.I didn't say it was.I was just giving the forum member another option.As moving from a PCXP to a rotary will take some discipline"

Op was talking about a rotary and not a DA.

"But yes,THANK YOU for the correction that I did not mention (and assumed) R/TED knew that the 3401 was not a rotary."

If the OP knew the 3401 was not a rotary, why bring it up?


"BTW R/TED,I appologize I didn't mention the 3401 is a DA not a rotary."

Thought you already assumed that.

[Rsurfer]

Thanks for the input so far guys, much appreciated. Still debating.

The 3403 is a great rotary to learn with. Light weight and easy to handle.