My New Favorite Tool!

[NYC Tiny Shop]

I just wanted to share with you all, a great tool that I've been using for the past couple days. I am completely shocked with how much I love this simple tool!  It is so well thought out and is on some level - revolutionary.  No more getting stabbed by the pad prongs...so light, that it almost feels like it's not in your hand. Grit change is a snap. Perfect for edges and end grain. It allows me to have complete control of the smallest grain shaving to make a joint completely refined.  Very enjoyable for chamfering. It even fits in my pocket. I love it! It's the:

No. 583129

$15.00

Pocket Stickfix Hand Sanding

http://www.festoolusa.com/power-tool-accessories/sanders/other-accessories/pocket-stickfix-hand-sanding-583129

Hand sanding block with StickFix hook and loop for quick and easy abrasive change.

 

[Theshipstore]

Jim.  For me this has been the best kept Festool secret. Dave Reinhold introduced me to this little goodie about 2 years ago and I have never been without it since.

Sal

 

[NYC Tiny Shop]

Hi, Sal...then it looks like we let the genii out of the bottle.  Great find. Now, I'd like to get one in Festool green...so, that it's  easier to spot, when it's not in my pocket.  [wink]

 

[fdengel]

I have one of those!

I still can't figure out where to attach the battery though...

[laughing]

 

[BMH]

Great little tool. It has gained a permanent place in my tool bag.

 

[EdL]

Yup, the very much overlooked Festool cordless sander.

I've got a couple of them floating around the shop, very handy "tool".

Ed

 

[Stone Message]

I did not know about this. It is nicely priced here in the UK (about £10) and the sanding sheets are just over £3 for 10.

It is on my shopping list. Thank you for the information NYC TW.

Peter

 

[NYC Tiny Shop]

Hey Peter, my pleasure. I'm sure that you will enjoy this honey of a tool. 
I noticed your wish list...Yes, I used both dominos, today.  If you ever do a build with 8/4, then you will love the XL. It is better made than the 500, quieter, and just a pleasure to use. 

 

[john5mt]

Love the little sander

Actually pretty reasonable for festool

 

[Flashman]

...and the block unhitches for an ultra flat sander.

 

[Paul G]

I can see that being handy. What papers are available?

 

[NYC Tiny Shop]

As far as I know, 40-180 grit. The 180 is essential.

 

[jonny round boy]

It's my favourite/most used, too. I did a review of it back in 2010.