I went to Home Depot to buy a DeWalt Hammer Drill.
Ended up with a packaged set of Rigid Tools...
- Hammer Drill - SawsAll - Circular Saw - Work Light - 3 Batteries - 2
Battery Charger - Tool Bag... all for $399.00. (Much less expensive than a
package of similar DeWalt tools.)
I asked 3 people at the store if they were as good as DeWitt and they all
said as good or better.
They sold me on the new Lifetime Warrantee... including batteries.
We have a local repair center so it should be easy to get the stuff fixed.
I wanted Pro quality tools as everytime I buy some inexpensive home grade
tool I am disappointed.
Is the Rigid stuff Pro quality? How does it compare to DeWalt?
Thanks for any comments.
Point well taken but I think that most 'Ridge' Rds, including the one
I currently live on, were named because they ran along or over Ridges.
I used to work near the same RIdge Rd that is (or was) the home
of Ridgid tools and it is a pretty major thoroughfare on the West
side of Greater Cleveland.
My understanding is that their famous calendars no longer feature
pictures of their tools. A pity that.
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no(SPAM)vasys wrote:
> [email protected] wrote:
>
> > Will wrote:
> >
> >>
> >>Thanks for any comments.
> >
> >
> > The Ridgid tool company is named as a play on words on their location--
> > on Ridge Rd.
> >
>
> Ridgid Tools was founded in Elyria, Oh and their address is listed as:
>
> Ridge Tool Company
> 400 Clark Street
> Elyria, Ohio 44035-6001, U.S.A.
>
Which is what it says on their webpage.
Actually, (as noted above) the Company name is RIDGE Tool Company,
they have a product line under the trademark RIDGID tools. That
trademark is a play on words on the Company name which in turn was
derived from their original location.
I emailed an inquiry to them and promptly received this reply:
"The company was founded on Ridge Rd. in North Ridgeville OH.
That's where the name came from"
Seems there is plenty of Ridgidity in their history.
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Will wrote:
>
> Edwin, that is why I was asking you guys... I have 90 days to return them if
> I want.
>
> If any one has any info, please let me knoe.
One problem (among many) in answering such a generic question is that
what is "pro" quality to one may or may not be to another. Another is
that differing tools by the same manufacturer don't always perform as
well as the same tool from another. The concensus "tool of choice" if
there is such a thing varies from one maker to another. Yet another is
that the current Ridgid brand hasn't been around for very long yet so
they don't have a very long track record vis a vis the "name" vendors.
Yet another is that the tools from the name vendors also change w/ time.
In general, it's true that quality tends to correlate w/ price...this
isn't <just> a name brand thing--the higher quality bearings, stronger
motors, better cases, stronger gears, etc., that make for a "pro"
service tool simply are more expensive to produce than the lesser-duty
models. So, if the Ridgid are half the price of another brand, that's a
pretty good clue that <something> has been done to get that price
advantage.
In short, other than certifiable junk or low-end consumer tools (the
$19.95 B&D type at K-Mart), it's not a "cut 'n dried" question. On the
down side for Ridgid is the buyout of the name from Ridgid Tool the
maker of the Ridgid pipe wrenches, etc., by the parent of Ryobi some
months ago. In general, Ryobi isn't in the top tier and their service
isn't always up to snuff either from complaints I've heard hear and
other places.
As murky as that is, it's probably the best there is...stories from
others unless they're <all> either rants or raves are probably going to
cover both extremes and the middle as everybody judges a tool from his
own perspective and there's just too much variation in expectations and
usage for there to be a uniform response.
Edwin, that is why I was asking you guys... I have 90 days to return them if
I want.
If any one has any info, please let me knoe.
thanks - Will
"Edwin Pawlowski" <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...
>
> "Will" <[email protected]> wrote in message
>>
>> Is the Rigid stuff Pro quality? How does it compare to DeWalt?
>>
>> Thanks for any comments.
>
> The HD employees told you it is, so it must be.
>
On Tue, 19 Jul 2005 08:19:23 -0500, Duane Bozarth
<[email protected]> wrote:
>Will wrote:
>>
>> Edwin, that is why I was asking you guys... I have 90 days to return them if
>> I want.
>>
>> If any one has any info, please let me knoe.
>
>One problem (among many) in answering such a generic question is that
>what is "pro" quality to one may or may not be to another.
absolutely. I know a couple of professional tile setters who buy angle
grinders at harbor freight. the angle grinder is an accessory to the
diamond blade that cost twice as much, and the two will last about the
same amount of time.
Will wrote:
>
> Is the Rigid stuff Pro quality? How does it compare to DeWalt?
Depends on the tool.
The 5" ROS is getting positive comments and my 6" jointer was as good,
or better than any imported 6" machine I'd seen. Some Rigid stuff I've
inspected doesn't look or feel so hot.
That said, I really like my DeWalt cordless drills, my PC sanders, my
Bosch, Makita, Senco, and Milwaulkee stuff... <G> Each tool was chosen
over others when I held them in my hands.
Use it in good health and stop worrying about what color it is.
Barry
<[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...
> Will wrote:
>>
>>
>> Thanks for any comments.
>
> The Ridgid tool company is named as a play on words on their location--
> on Ridge Rd.
Or the other way around. It is possible to get a road names after the
largest property owner on it.
Either way, everyone like their tool to be ridged.
"Ralph E Lindberg" <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...
> In article <[email protected]>, "No" <[email protected]>
> wrote:
>
>> Its the Home Depot house brand. Not the original Ridgid of old plumbing
>> tool
>> fame. Just a name now. If the tools will meet your needs then great. They
>> are not 'pro' tools though.
>>
> According to what I have heard, they are made by Ryobi... enough said
Some of the tools are made by Ryobi, some are made by a German company know
for making very good tools. IIRC it is the ROS that is German made.
I beat the shit out of mine and they take it................
"Will" <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...
> I went to Home Depot to buy a DeWalt Hammer Drill.
>
> Ended up with a packaged set of Rigid Tools...
> - Hammer Drill - SawsAll - Circular Saw - Work Light - 3 Batteries - 2
> Battery Charger - Tool Bag... all for $399.00. (Much less expensive than a
> package of similar DeWalt tools.)
>
> I asked 3 people at the store if they were as good as DeWitt and they all
> said as good or better.
> They sold me on the new Lifetime Warrantee... including batteries.
> We have a local repair center so it should be easy to get the stuff fixed.
>
> I wanted Pro quality tools as everytime I buy some inexpensive home grade
> tool I am disappointed.
>
> Is the Rigid stuff Pro quality? How does it compare to DeWalt?
>
> Thanks for any comments.
>
>
"If it's too good to be true, it probably is"
"You get what you pay for"
"Caveat emptor"
Ridgid is a low priced Home Depot house brand. Do you really think One
World can build an equivalent quality tool for half the price of a DeWalt or
Milwaukee?
"Will" <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...
>I went to Home Depot to buy a DeWalt Hammer Drill.
>
> Ended up with a packaged set of Rigid Tools...
> - Hammer Drill - SawsAll - Circular Saw - Work Light - 3 Batteries - 2
> Battery Charger - Tool Bag... all for $399.00. (Much less expensive than a
> package of similar DeWalt tools.)
>
> I asked 3 people at the store if they were as good as DeWitt and they all
> said as good or better.
> They sold me on the new Lifetime Warrantee... including batteries.
> We have a local repair center so it should be easy to get the stuff fixed.
>
> I wanted Pro quality tools as everytime I buy some inexpensive home grade
> tool I am disappointed.
>
> Is the Rigid stuff Pro quality? How does it compare to DeWalt?
>
> Thanks for any comments.
>
>
Its the Home Depot house brand. Not the original Ridgid of old plumbing tool
fame. Just a name now. If the tools will meet your needs then great. They
are not 'pro' tools though.
"Will" <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...
>I went to Home Depot to buy a DeWalt Hammer Drill.
>
> Ended up with a packaged set of Rigid Tools...
> - Hammer Drill - SawsAll - Circular Saw - Work Light - 3 Batteries - 2
> Battery Charger - Tool Bag... all for $399.00. (Much less expensive than a
> package of similar DeWalt tools.)
>
> I asked 3 people at the store if they were as good as DeWitt and they all
> said as good or better.
> They sold me on the new Lifetime Warrantee... including batteries.
> We have a local repair center so it should be easy to get the stuff fixed.
>
> I wanted Pro quality tools as everytime I buy some inexpensive home grade
> tool I am disappointed.
>
> Is the Rigid stuff Pro quality? How does it compare to DeWalt?
>
> Thanks for any comments.
>
>
"Will" <[email protected]> wrote in message
>
> Is the Rigid stuff Pro quality? How does it compare to DeWalt?
>
> Thanks for any comments.
The HD employees told you it is, so it must be.
> Ridgid power tools are now made by One World Technologies, Inc.,
> subsidiary of Techtronics Inc.. Their power tool division is Ryobi.
> Personally I won't buy another Ryobi tool.
Agreed. I will NEVER touch another ryobi tool. I fell for the a few times
early on. Nothing but a waist of money, unless you're hoping to buy
frustration, then they are a gold mine! Did not know ridgid was connected
with them. Thank you for the warning!
On Tue, 19 Jul 2005 01:05:26 GMT, "Will" <[email protected]> wrote:
>I went to Home Depot to buy a DeWalt Hammer Drill.
>
>Ended up with a packaged set of Rigid Tools...
>- Hammer Drill - SawsAll - Circular Saw - Work Light - 3 Batteries - 2
>Battery Charger - Tool Bag... all for $399.00. (Much less expensive than a
>package of similar DeWalt tools.)
>
>I asked 3 people at the store if they were as good as DeWitt and they all
>said as good or better.
>They sold me on the new Lifetime Warrantee... including batteries.
>We have a local repair center so it should be easy to get the stuff fixed.
>
>I wanted Pro quality tools as everytime I buy some inexpensive home grade
>tool I am disappointed.
>
>Is the Rigid stuff Pro quality? How does it compare to DeWalt?
>
>Thanks for any comments.
>
ridgid is just a brand name. they don't make any of the stuff except
the plumbing hand tools, which are top notch. the rest are farmed out.
for a while they were made in the us by emerson. now most are made in
china.
"Will" <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...
>I went to Home Depot to buy a DeWalt Hammer Drill.
>
>
> I asked 3 people at the store if they were as good as DeWitt and they all
> said as good or better.
> They sold me on the new Lifetime Warrantee... including batteries.
> We have a local repair center so it should be easy to get the stuff fixed.
Did they go back to the life time warranty including batteries? They
offered that for the last quarter of 2003,
>
> I wanted Pro quality tools as every I buy some inexpensive home grade tool
> I am disappointed.
Well pro quality does not only involve a warranty. I almost bought the
drill 18 months ago and I use my tools for a living. The drill was way too
heavy.
>
> Is the Rigid stuff Pro quality? How does it compare to DeWalt?
Way too early to tell.
In article <[email protected]>, "No" <[email protected]>
wrote:
> Its the Home Depot house brand. Not the original Ridgid of old plumbing tool
> fame. Just a name now. If the tools will meet your needs then great. They
> are not 'pro' tools though.
>
According to what I have heard, they are made by Ryobi... enough said
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Will wrote:
> I went to Home Depot to buy a DeWalt Hammer Drill.
>
> Ended up with a packaged set of Rigid Tools...
> - Hammer Drill - SawsAll - Circular Saw - Work Light - 3 Batteries - 2
> Battery Charger - Tool Bag... all for $399.00. (Much less expensive than a
> package of similar DeWalt tools.)
>
> I asked 3 people at the store if they were as good as DeWitt and they all
> said as good or better.
> They sold me on the new Lifetime Warrantee... including batteries.
> We have a local repair center so it should be easy to get the stuff fixed.
>
> I wanted Pro quality tools as everytime I buy some inexpensive home grade
> tool I am disappointed.
>
> Is the Rigid stuff Pro quality? How does it compare to DeWalt?
>
> Thanks for any comments.
>
>
Ridgid power tools are now made by One World Technologies, Inc.,
subsidiary of Techtronics Inc.. Their power tool division is Ryobi.
Personally I won't buy another Ryobi tool.
Your local Ridgid repair center may not be approved to make repairs
under the "Lifetime Service Agreement". A quote from Ridgid's web site:
"To obtain service for this RIDGID® tool under the Lifetime Service
Agreement, you must return it to One World Technologies, Inc., attn:
RIDGID® Hand Held and Stationary Power Tool Technical Service, 1428
Pearman Dairy Rd, Anderson, SC 29625, freight prepaid, or take it to a
designated service center. You may obtain the location of the designated
service center nearest you by calling (toll free) 1-866-539-1710 or by
logging on to www.ridgid.com. Not all authorized RIDGID® Brand service
centers have been approved to provide service under the Lifetime Service
Agreement. When requesting service under the Lifetime Service Agreement,
you must present your Lifetime Service Agreement Identification Number
and proper personal identification (a valid drivers license, passport,
or military I.D. or a valid Social Security card with photo ID). The
designated service center will repair or replace any part covered under
the Lifetime Service Agreement, at our option, at no charge to you."
See:
"http://www.ridgid.com/Manuals/RidgidLSA.pdf
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[email protected] wrote:
> Will wrote:
>
>>
>>Thanks for any comments.
>
>
> The Ridgid tool company is named as a play on words on their location--
> on Ridge Rd.
>
Ridgid Tools was founded in Elyria, Oh and their address is listed as:
Ridge Tool Company
400 Clark Street
Elyria, Ohio 44035-6001, U.S.A.
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