Using the DFC500

[Doug S]

I do seem to use my Dominos differently to most people.

When using the 500 I wrap my hand around the handle just behind the switch and kind of push against the part where the main body steps down in size to form the handle, I don't grip the handle tightly just kind of push with the side of my hand. I tried the pushing from the back thing but to me it feels like the further back you are the more chance there is of making it tip.

My 700 I don't hold the handle but push from the very back with the heel of my hand, my fingers kind of underneath the handle but not really doing anything. The handle on the 700 feels wrong for me to hold when plunging as it's not in line with the cutter.

When I had a play with the cordless 500 I just instinctively pushed on the back of the handle as I do with my 700.

 

[ChuckS]

You definitely aren't alone in how you handle the DF500 and DF700 as I've seen that on YouTube. Hand size, arm/wrist strength and physical body strength really are a big factor here.

One time, I needed clamping assistance, I summoned the help of one of my neighbors (6'-ish and 180 pounds in his very early 50s). He could still turn every clamp handle after I thought it couldn't be tightened any further. So, all my impression about the DF700 being too heavy (for prolonged use) and hard to plunge may be non-existent to someone who is in their 30s or 40s.