I'm looking into Milwaukee's heavy metal torch blades, which are designed for cutting thick cast iron. Are these blades worth the investment compared to other brands out there?
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I've had good experiences with Milwaukee blades! I used one to cut off 1-inch concrete anchors, and it worked better than any other blade I had. Just a heads up, I was using an M12 Hackzall. Not sure how they perform with cast iron specifically, but they seem to handle tough jobs well.
To be honest, I haven’t tried many non-Milwaukee blades because that’s what we use at work. But for heavy-duty metal cutting, they're reliable. I’ve beaten them up cutting thick wood and nails. They do dull with heavy use, but I only replace them when they're bent.
I think Milwaukee blades are solid overall, especially if you find them on clearance like at many Home Depots—I've seen them for about $13 in Arizona, and at that price, they’re definitely worth it!
Sounds like they hold up well under pressure! Have you ever tried Diablo blades? I've heard they’re also really good.