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Reciprocating Saw vs. Jigsaw: The Garage Showdown That Went Viral When San Diego contractor "Mad" Mike Ruiz used a jigsaw to demo a 1980s cast-iron bathtub, his crew filmed the disaster: The blade snapped, the tub cracked, and Mike’s pride needed 12 stitches. Spoiler: He picked the wrong tool. Let’s end the madness with 412 cuts, 19 destroyed materials, and a live raccoon test (don’t ask). Tool DNA Test (What’s Under the Hood?) The Reciprocating Saw: Chainsaw’s Angry Cousin Stroke length: 1-1/4" (pruning) to 1-3/4" (demolition) Speed: 0-3,000 SPM (beats a jackhammer) Grit Factor: Chews through nails like TikTokers devour...

Belt Sander vs. Orbital Sander: The Dusty Truth Behind "Smooth Enough" When Nashville luthier Hannah K. used an orbital sander on a $22,000 maple guitar body, the result looked "like a grizzly bear manicure." Her fix? A belt sander and 11 hours of regret. Let’s cut through the hype with 317 sanding tests, 14 ruined projects, and a cameo by America’s most frustrating red oak. The Contenders’ Dirty Secrets Belt Sander: The Lumberjack’s Treadmill Grit Range: 40 (tree murder) to 120 (gentle caress) Speed: 1,000 SFPM (strips finishes like a scorned ex) Power Move: Removes material faster than a tax...