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IanB · 05-08-08, 04:16

I would say that in general the makita was more comfortable. (Although that may have been the backing plate that particular model had on). It ran at slower speed so it was easier to spread polish, and it was quieter than the 3403 by a noticeable amount. Also, it's even cheaper! The weight actually helps you on the flat panels, as it applies the pressure for you, and you can run larger 8" pads if you like.

However, my flex is nice because the trigger positioning and the speed adjustment are SUPER nice, much better than the makita, to each his own.

IB

05-08-08, 04:16	#4 (permalink)
IanB Registered User IanB is offline Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 64	Re: VNBP Day and How the Flex Rotary came through with 6.5 inch pads I would say that in general the makita was more comfortable. (Although that may have been the backing plate that particular model had on). It ran at slower speed so it was easier to spread polish, and it was quieter than the 3403 by a noticeable amount. Also, it's even cheaper! The weight actually helps you on the flat panels, as it applies the pressure for you, and you can run larger 8" pads if you like. However, my flex is nice because the trigger positioning and the speed adjustment are SUPER nice, much better than the makita, to each his own. IB