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Metabo LF724 6.4 Amp 3-1/7-inch Paint Remover with Case | 
| Brand: Metabo
Category: Home Improvement
List Price: $531.71
Buy New: $319.95
You Save: $211.76 (40%)
Rating:  26 reviews
Sales Rank: 41118
Media: Tools & Hardware
Shipping Weight (lbs): 6.3
Dimensions (in): 10.8 x 3.3 x 6
MPN: 600724420
Model: 724
UPC: 662911171059
EAN: 0662911171059
ASIN: B0000224QB
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Environmentally friendly method of paint removal | | • | Reversible carbide blades set in an adjustable drum can cut flat surfaces and perpendicular surfaces | | • | 11,000 rpm max speed; safety clutch to protect both tool and operator | | • | Low vibration reduces fatigue | | • | One full year parts and labor warranty, 30 day risk free performance guarantee |
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Product Description
Includes LF724S 6.0 AMP 10,000 RPM Paint Remover - 600724420, (4) Indexable Solid Tungsten Carbide Blades, Vacuum Adaptor, Combination Wrench - 344162450, Cleaning Pick - 344162540
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| Customer Reviews: Read 21 more reviews...
Metabo LF 724 October 28, 2008
Purchased this machine to remove paint from cedar clapboard siding.
You really need to practice with this devise on some scrap to get the cutting depth right. I found that I could not operate the machine with the base flat against the work as I believe the manufacture intends.
I had to set the cutting depth very shallow and I had to tilt the base a couple of degrees from flat, either to the nose or one side or the other to prevent digging in too deep.
I ended up setting the cutting depth to something less than zero on the depth of cut scale. I also found the side blades ineffective for trimming paint from the edges of the siding as no depth adjustment is provided for this direction. I ended up removing the side blades and then raising the side cut doors so I could work in closer with the main blades.
I adapted a shop vac hose to the Metabo vacuum connection but found It very difficult to manuver with the vacuum hose connected. I ended up not using the vacuum, and counting on my respirator. Siding is only a few years old so lead isn't a concern.
In spite of the limitations I was able to get the job done and would recommend this machine. Make sure you drive all of your nails below flush before you start.
 does the trick, could be better November 6, 2007
This tool does what it is advertised to do and that's about it. The tool's designers did create the perfect handle for the carrying case because the only comfortable way to hold it insures that the company logo is facing out. Very cleaver. However, in thier wisdom they decided to use a toggel switch for on and off rather than a paddle or deadman style. So if you drop it its a lot of fun. Secondly, it's not insulated or grounded and using this machine in a wet environment is problimatic. Make sure to set or remove any nails or screws in the work as they will trash the carbide blades. Setting and changing the blades is a snap and I highly recomend you buy extras! The side doors for dust extraction will go missing quickly but are easy to replace and inexpensive. Dust extraction is adaquate but I suggest a face shield and dust mask for protection. It is a little heavy and holding it over your head for extended periods can be tiring so pace yourself. Good luck!
 Not as good as more expensive Paint Shaver October 4, 2007
I have recently purchased 2 Metabo paint removers and rented a Paint
Shaver. I have used each tool for over one week each in the removal of multiple layers of lead-based paint from an old house. I have no ties whatsoever to either Metabo or Paint Shaver. My comments are based only my experience on removing thick layers of paint on bevel fir siding.
METABO: As many reviewers have mentioned, the side access cutter windows are very flimsy and within hours of use fall off. This creates a dangerous cutter edge near your fingers and even premptive taping them in place did not prevent window from breaking off.
Reliability. My first Metabo burned up with in one week of use. While under warranty, but out of the 30 replacement period, it was sent to an authorized repair facility. Parts were back ordered and it has been over a month and still no parts. A virtually worthless warranty. In order to this tool to finish my work I was forced to buy a second one. The housing on the second one cracked and again warranty repair is excruciatingly slow and I have now rented a Paint Shaver.
Paint Removal Speed. The Metabo is much slower than the Paint Shaver. They work in slightly different ways. The Metabo has an approx 1 cm thin carbide knife edge that cuts into the paint, while the Paint Shaver has a rounded triangular carbide point than scrapes the paint. The Metabo blade tends to chip and dull quickly especially when hitting the inevitable hidden nail. The Paint Shaver blade is thicker and due to the angle of attack holds up well to multiple nail hits. If your time is worth more than about $10/hr then the speed of the Paint Shaver is reason alone to buy it.
Bevel Siding. There is no depth control for the side cutter on the Metabo. It is hard to take off the paint on the bevel edge with the Metabo. The Paint Shaver has infinite side cutter depth control but it can gouge the edge when set aggressively.
Dust control. Both machines do a good job of controlling most dust. Both tend to send out paint chips, especially when doing the bevel edge of siding. If you are removing lead based paint, you need a strong vacuum with a internal bag to prevent the filter from plugging quickly. Both machines do not send out plumes of dust like the Porter-Cable Abrasive grinder.
Ease of use. The Metabo has a better depth control but tends to work best when set aggressively for the initial pass and then set for a shallow cut on a finish pass. Paint Shaver has a poor depth of cut control but once set you can leave it and not gouge the siding. The Paint Shaver left our fir siding in much better shape with very few swirl marks or gouges.
Price vs. Value. The Paint Shaver is well worth the extra money due to speed and quality. It should cost no more than the Metabo as it is a very simple design but they can get a premium because it works so much better. I highly recommend the Paint Shaver over the Metabo, it is worth the extra money.
This is only my opinion July 20, 2007
I bought this tool directly from a Metabo rep for $220. The rep mentioned he never had a chance to use nor show the tool, admitting that I was the 1st request. After turning the tool on for 15 seconds he offered to sell me the demo. (once used)
After reading most of the reviews I decided I must be some kind of tool genius because after at least 50 hrs of use over a month I sold this tool thoroughly cleaned & with both plastic doors attached in online auction for a pretty hefty profit.
In the time I used this tool I only used one full set of blades. (all four) but I will admitt I experienced paint gum-up towards the end.
I can't imagine what would make the covers come off, especially in only a couple hours, but Id be pretty afraid of it. I can assure you that with the design of this tool your going to have an accident if the blade cover comes off. Be smart about it and discontinue use if it happens to you, or at least remove those 2 blades.
Typically the homeowner pays for special tools or rentals, they're hidden in the costs of labor when hiring a contractor. Whether your a contractor or not keep in mind that "All SPECIFIC USE" tools of quality sell once or twice used for at least 60-70% of their lowest initial cost. Meaning Id list this Metabo for a set price in auction.
All said Im back in the market now for another paint remover, this time I think I might try the paint shaver out of curiousity, nothing to do with the Metabo..
They look good & promising, perhaps the adjustable handle will make the task of stripping even easier with the shaver. Im still going to use an old fashioned scraper under the lap siding & i'm not sure if I want to buy the sandervak or not.
Time is hard to find so if your in doubt hire a professional or think about moving. For under $400 you can reclaim 50% of your expected prep work time with a good Metabo tool.
Somethings are priceless!
 Great Little Machine July 8, 2007
Love the machine. I have been trying to remove paint from a deck and wooden cover using a belt sander, and various other weapons of mass destruction, but the Metabo Remover has cut down the time it takes to do the work. Great machine.!!!
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