October 2023 - 51

K-Tool International
Extended Reverse Cut-Off Tool
Reviewed by John Bamgardt, owner, operator, and
technician at Baumgardt's Auto Repair in Fillmore, Indiana.
reserve air, and make even less noise. It's
a pretty quiet tool already.
The tool comes with what you need to
Q: How did the tool function
as far as saving you time?
A: Due to both the length and the ability
to cut in reverse direction, it was able to be
used in spaces that formerly needed extra
disassembly to reach and/or cut.
Q: How easy was it to use?
A: This was the first time I've used a cut-off
tool like this and initially the weight that
extends past the handle was a bit awkward.
It didn't take long to get used to it though.
Q: How was its packaging? Did it
come with any accessories?
A: It came packaged in a nicely illustrated
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The K-Tool International Extended
Reverse Cut-Off Tool, No. KTIXD707,
has a 4 " low profile head for use in tight
spaces. It cuts metals (and more) with
accuracy while the reverse operation
directs sparks away from the user. The
tool features a compact head and an
extended length which can be used
for accessing hard-to-reach places.
Weighing only 1.85 lbs and 16 " long,
this power tool can be used for a number
of different applications.
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box that holds the tool securely. It came
with a 4 " cutoff disk, an Allen wrench, and
a pin-style wrench for securing the cutting
disk as well as a washer to use a disk with
a 5/8 " center bore.
Q: Was there a manual included? If
so, did you use the manual and was
the manual easy to understand?
A: Yes, a small, easily understood manual
was included.
Q: Is there any way you could think
to improve or add to this tool?
A: As a cut-off tool it works great. I think
if there was a larger safety shield and an
arbor adapter or a way to use 4 " or 4.5 "
sanding disks and grinding wheels with
having reverse it would be more versatile,
even if it was an add-on kit. I would also
make the Allen wrench and the pin wrench
a single tool so that you don't have to keep
track of two separate tools for changing
disks, and it would be nice if the shield used
the same size Allen wrench.
Q: What features did you like?
A: Being able to cut in the reverse direction
is awesome. I know this thing is going to
save me so much time in the future. The
extended reach makes it possible to reach
into spaces that ordinary cut-off tools
won't reach. The adjustable airflow helps
make cleaner cuts in thinner material,
run a 3/8 " or 5/8 " center cut-off disk. It
has a push-button arbor lock, making disk
changes easier. There is also a left-hand
thread Allen bolt to ensure the main arbor
nut doesn't come loose while cutting in
reverse. The metal safety guard is a big
improvement over the plastic ones that
don't hold up to a drop or an exploded disk.
Q: What types of jobs/repairs
did you use this tool for?
A: I had to cut a couple of body mount
bolts that I was unable to reach with my
other cut-off tools. It was very beneficial
because of the extended length, and the 4 "
disk gave me that little extra to cut cleanly
through. I also used it to cut some motor
mount bolts. By using reverse I was able to
greatly reduce the sparks that went toward
me and also toward the oil leaks that the
engine had, reducing the risk of fire.
Q: On a scale of 1 to 10, how would
you rate this tool overall? Why?
A: I would rate this a nine. The tool works
great. I think that my suggestions would
make it better and more versatile.
JOHN BAUMGARDT III is the
owner/operator of Baumgardt's
Auto Repair in Fillmore, Indiana.
He has been a professional
auto tech for about 20 years.
He attended the two-year Auto
Mechanics program at Lancaster Vocational High
School. Previously, Baumgardt worked at AAMCO
Transmissions and earned about a dozen AAMCO
certificates. He believes it's important to provide an
honest, quality service that people can depend on.
This product was given to the reviewer free of charge from the manufacturer.
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