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Versatility

Customers have a generally positive opinion about the versatility of the Dremel 290-01 Engraver Rotary Tool, with some mentioning its effectiveness on various materials such as glass, metal, leather, and wood. However, some users found the bit holder to be small and difficult to align. Overall, customers have enjoyed using this tool for personalizing and engraving items, making it a valuable addition to their crafting projects.

Vibration

Customers have mixed opinions regarding the vibration of the Dremel 290-01 Engraver Rotary Tool. While some appreciate the control over the vibration and its ability to create thin lines, others mention that it's not a rotary tool as advertised but rather a vibrating tool, which can cause unintended damage to certain materials.

Durability

Customers have mixed opinions on the durability of the Dremel 290-01 Engraver Rotary Tool. While some report long-lasting performance and ability to handle heavy-duty tasks, others mention issues with damaged parts upon arrival and difficulty using the tool due to hard plastic insulation and inflexible cord.

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Quality


So, 4 stars for quality, plus one star for versatility.


It has quickly become an appreciated addition to his tools, demonstrating its effectiveness and ease of use.


The flex shaft and bit sets are for engraver but they are not for this tool.


The insulation is very hard plastic, not pliable, stays curled no matter what you do.

Price


This makes a good addition to my hobby craft shop, its small and easy to use, im surprised that for the price its pretty neat.


Wish i got this one from the beginning and saved the money, then i could have got the diamond bit too with the money i saved.


Seeing that amazon had it for only $12.


I paid for the cheaper popular brand but it can't handle what this one can do.

Shipping


Now it will be returned, needlessly, at 2x shipping costs.


Found my new original purchase from a few years ago, so tried to cancel order 48hrs before shipping.


On april 2, the shipment was made on april 5 to the us-georgian transport company that serves our country for the carriage of g...  Read More


( not dremel )cancellation before shipment is reasonable.

Packaging/appearance


They placed it within the plastic packaging.


It comes in a nice box in which the line cord in folded.

Competitiveness


I have used other drexel brand tools and they worked well.


As to the dremel, i agree with others that the 'chuck' doesn't look very strong, but for the price, you can't really expect any...  Read More

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  • Our engine has discovered that over 90% high quality reviews are present.
  • This product had a total of 7,339 reviews as of our last analysis date on Mar 1 2025.

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    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    Ran it off and on for an hour didnt over heat so work rest cycle is pretty good


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    Some cheaper models heat up after 1520mins of run time


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    Found my new original purchase from a few years ago so tried to cancel order 48hrs before shipping


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    Refusal by whomever seller or amz is not


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    Now it will be returned needlessly at 2x shipping costs


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    I live in georgia not in the states and i ordered a product

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