how heavy is this tool? can you use it with one hand, I'm working in a very tight area and can't reach with two hands
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I personally always hold it with one hand, and never had a problem, whether sanding, or cutting wood, or whatever. However, you cannot operate it with one hand at all times - for example, if you want to change the speed, the button for that is at the end of the tool, so there is no way to reach it with one hand while holding it at the same time; worse, it's hard to switch it on/off with one hand while holding, so it's best to do that with two hands. Bottom line: if you have reasonable arm strength, you should be able to operate it with one hand for a decent amount of time (enough for most jobs), but you will still need two hands to do some things, such as change speed or turn on/off. I personally always hold it with one hand, and never had a problem, whether sanding, or cutting wood, or whatever. However, you cannot operate it with one hand at all times - for example, if you want to change the speed, the button for that is at the end of the tool, so there is no way to reach it with one hand while holding it at the same time; worse, it's hard to switch it on/off with one hand while holding, so it's best to do that with two hands. Bottom line: if you have reasonable arm strength, you should be able to operate it with one hand for a decent amount of time (enough for most... » Read More I personally always hold it with one hand, and never had a problem, whether sanding, or cutting wood, or whatever. However, you cannot operate it with one hand at all times - for example, if you want to change the speed, the button for that is at the end of the tool, so there is no way to reach it with one hand while holding it at the same time; worse, it's hard to switch it on/off with one hand while holding, so it's best to do that with two hands. Bottom line: if you have reasonable arm strength, you should be able to operate it with one hand for a decent amount of time (enough for most jobs), but you will still need two hands to do some things, such as change speed or turn on/off. « Show Less
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It says right in the description how heavy it is. I can tell you though that I can easily wield this tool one handed. While my big mitt won't reach all the way around it I can still grip it well enough to use it one handed.
88356
I gave it for my son to use so I asked him. He said it's not that heavy, but depending on what or how long needed to do a particular task your arms can get tired especially if you need to keep pressure on the tool and you can't move into a different position
88357
I don't know the specific weight but used it one handed against a backsplash while holding a shopvac in the other to catch dust. Vibration is minimal, but the blade will dance a bit when first contacting the surface.
88358
3.3 pounds from the specs. Cordless drills are 3.9 to 5+ lbs in comparison. I use it one handed often when working at work bench level. Even light tools can feel heavy when working in awkward positions or when your arm is fully extended. I take breaks as needed when working on cars in tight spaces.
88359
It would be possible but you have to realize the tool vibrates a lot when the blade contacts the wood. As long as your not worried about the finish. It may get marked up if your freehanding it
88360
I have found that this tool is a bit difficult to manage with one hand. Not so much the weight, but the handle is thick and hard to grip securely one handed especially if you need to saw an acceptable straight cut. Might consider using a person powered tool if the task is not to extensive.
1686443
It's pretty heavy. I'm average size and can cut off the end of a sheet of plywood and control drop of saw once through far side of sheet. Cutting rafters or just studs to length can easily control saw with one hand and hold square or strait edge with other. The power is well worth the weight.
2046090
It takes two hands so you could effectively work your own legs, ayone else can use it on you, just a matter of leverage and not strength. Very effective
518603
Should be no problem. I do it with one hand and it requires very little effort. I use mine to " sweep" my porch. Not powerful enough to do serious yard work, but is fantastic for what I use it for, hope this helps.
1378581
Its not hard to squeeze as long as you don't get into really thick grass. I agree with Dino. after a while it doesn't tend to tweak your hand muscles a bit. It is a great tool though.
540577
I doubt it would work well with one hand. I bought it to drain large pots and it is excellent for that (as shown in pic).
396829
I think it is intended for 2 hands. I suppose if you had very large hands you could reach over and move the lever while still holding it (I can't with my small hands), but it would not be easy. Or like the other person said, tuck it under your arm. The lever is not hard to move (I actually like the control it gives) but it is not placed well for one-handed use.
1225282
It's pretty heavy - much more than one power drill. You'll need two hands to operate it, but with two hands it's pretty comfortable. It's the cold water that you'll find annoying....
7398
I'm not s strong girl but ib can totally use this. that being said it does require two hands and sometimes I have to put one handle on a table and press with both handles on the other. but this one tool saved me a lot of money that I would've spent having a shoe repair shop pinch holes in all my belts after I lost weight
820022
It is one solid tool. The weight is probably 6-8 pounds. I used this to sand out some wood knots on some old barn boards and it brought them down smooth in no time at all.
1047894
My tool came tight as you have described, used mine pretty hard for about a week and it's broken in well now.
406868
Per your question, I tried to operate this using only one hand and found it very difficult . I also have one made by Simmons (prosport ) that I can use with only one hand. Hope this is helpful.
894460
Yes it can - but tight of course is relative. I also have what I consider tight areas and it does well getting into those areas. I have been using this tool for over a year and can now not live without it!
537852
In answering the question. I would not let that keep you from buying this. I work awesome. It has been such a great tool!!!
1562026
I also use two hands to operate it. The construction is really very solid, and the grinding mechanism has not seized on me yet. I love this little thing. I'd highly recommend it. Good luck.
742479
Sorry, I can't help you. I sent the tool back because I couldn't get the smaller hand piece in the U.S. They make a different model of this in Europe that has a smaller interchangeable hand piece. Thought that was kind of weird.
1566814
Well, I don't know how heavy it exactly is. But I have to use both hands to be able to lift it up.