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2 / 5
2 / 5
Great idea...
PostedJanuary 4, 2016
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fromColorado
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Number of Kids:4
Age of oldest child:7-9
Age of youngest child:1-2
I bought this for my 8 year old son for Christmas. It's a great idea and includes a lot of tools that don't seem to be available anywhere else for children. However, the quality is suspect. The lathe seems to work just fine, but the drill press randomly stops working when using and the jig saw doesn't even seem to cut through the wood provided in the kit. I wish this set was better quality because my son is thoroughly enjoying it, but I suspect that it won't last... even with my super gentle child.
ProsAge appropriateness, Educational
ConsQuality, Product Value
No, I do not recommend this product.
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    4 / 5
    4 / 5
    Fantastic all in one tool shop for kids
    PostedDecember 15, 2015
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    fromGrant, MI 49327, USA
    I purchased this for my 6 year old. I was a bit concerned he wouldn't be able to work it, but he can do everything. It is very safe too. We haven't let him work on it alone, but there seems to be no problem. The only reason I'm not giving this 5 stars is because it's made of plastic that does not appear to be real durable. We had trouble with a small crack forming when the base was tightened down. This does not effect function, but is still a concern. I would love to see this product made with sturdy metals.
    ProsEducational, Child's Favorite
    ConsQuality
    Yes, I recommend this product.
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    1 / 5
    1 / 5
    Many design flaws, poor instructions.
    PostedDecember 1, 2015
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    Some pieces had to be forced together, resulting in plastic breaking off from one of them.
    No, I do not recommend this product.
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    5 / 5
    5 / 5
    I like very muh
    PostedJanuary 19, 2015
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    Reviewing As:Grandparent
    Number of Kids:1
    Age of child:10-12
    I bought one years ago for my son when he was like 8 he is now 31. I really liked then and now I bought one for my grandson. He really enjoys it. He's cutting wood like his papa.
    ProsEducational, Age appropriateness
    Yes, I recommend this product.
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      Overall rating 
      4 / 5
      4 / 5
      4in1 tool works as hoped. Fun to use.
      PostedJanuary 11, 2015
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      Reviewing As:Parent
      Number of Kids:1
      Age of child:5-6
      I found that this tool works exactly as described. My 5 year old was very excited about it, and I was unsure at first. After setting it up, we used it to make his first project. with my guidance, He was able to do most of the work himself, and had a great sense of satisfaction when finished. I think he will be able to use this tool all by himself in a year or 2. If you work slowly and do not force the wood there is no reason that this tool will not last a long time. The DVD give you a quick visual lesson on using the 4 different tools here. It comes with a little wood, but easy to buy more at a local craft store, or on Ebay. I am very happy with this product.
      Yes, I recommend this product.
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        4 / 5
        4 / 5
        This is great product
        PostedJanuary 10, 2015
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        Reviewing As:Parent
        Young carpenters can safely create and build real wooden projects using this combination drill press, jigsaw, sander and lathe. Woodworking equipment functions and performs like real carpentry machinery
        ProsQuality
        ConsAge appropriateness
        Yes, I recommend this product.
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          4 / 5
          4 / 5
          very good
          PostedJanuary 5, 2015
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          Young carpenters can safely create and build real wooden projects using this combination drill press, jigsaw, sander and lathe
          ProsEducational, Child's Favorite
          ConsAge appropriateness
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            4 / 5
            4 / 5
            Very entertaining
            PostedJanuary 3, 2015
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            fromGlendive, MT 59330, USA
            Reviewing As:Parent
            Number of Kids:3
            Age of oldest child:Over 18
            Age of youngest child:7-9
            My daughter received this for Christmas. She has made so many 3-D puzzles and other items. Love creative play!
            ProsEducational, Age appropriateness, Child's Favorite
            Conswould like it a little heavier
            Yes, I recommend this product.
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              5 / 5
              5 / 5
              So easy to use!!
              PostedJanuary 2, 2015
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              fromKaukauna, WI
              Reviewing As:Parent
              Number of Kids:1
              Age of child:7-9
              We purchased this for our 7 year old son. He is mechanically inclined and took to everything right away. The quality is great for a starter piece. It is his favorite item from Christmas and some of the pieces are showing some wear. I say we have already gotten our moneys worth out of it as he has been drawing, cutting out and sanding like crazy. The lathe is also a favorite and he is able to switch over from cutting to the lathe with minimal help. I would definitely recommend to others both familiar and unfamiliar with tools. Very user friendly!!
              ProsEducational, Quality, Age appropriateness, Child's Favorite
              Yes, I recommend this product.
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                1 / 5
                1 / 5
                This product did not work out of the box
                PostedDecember 31, 2014
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                fromNorth Carolina, USA
                Reviewing As:Parent
                Number of Kids:3
                Age of oldest child:5-6
                Age of youngest child:1-2
                My son was SO excited to get this for Christmas and was just as disappointed when it did not work at all. MindWare customer service was very helpful and sent out a replacement promptly, but that certainly did not help my son's Christmas morning disappointment. Hopefully the replacement will actually work. Do NOT buy this unless you can afford for your child to be greatly disappointed.
                ConsQuality
                No, I do not recommend this product.
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                  Overall rating 
                  2 / 5
                  2 / 5
                  PostedApril 8, 2014
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                  It's a nice tool to get an interested woodworker started. However the tools that come with it are dull and it will take forever to get anywhere when using the lathe adaption.
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                  2 / 5
                  2 / 5
                  PostedMarch 27, 2014
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                  The saw portion of this tool does not work at all. It has been a real disappointment. Wish we would have bought something else.
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                  1 / 5
                  1 / 5
                  PostedJanuary 16, 2014
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                  The motor did not work, and we had to return. So sad because it was the one thing my son asked for from Santa this year. The return/refund process was very easy, but we are hesitant to try and order another one when it finally becomes available again.
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                  5 / 5
                  5 / 5
                  PostedJanuary 15, 2014
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                  Our 9 year old grandson has enjoyed using the lathe with impressive results. His woodworker grandfather approves.
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                  5 / 5
                  5 / 5
                  PostedJanuary 15, 2014
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                  Reviewing As:Grandparent
                  My Grandson loves this Tool Workshop. We got him some extra wood with the set and he is very busy creating things.
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                  5 / 5
                  5 / 5
                  PostedJanuary 15, 2014
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                  This is a product that needs parental supervision. I loved it and was so surprised when I saw that the motor was stronger than it looked like it would be. It looked so flimsy when I opened the box 2 days before christmas when it arrived. To my surprise, it did everything it said and my grandson was thrilled as we made his first candlestick holder. I want a bigger one just like it for me.
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                  5 / 5
                  5 / 5
                  PostedJanuary 15, 2014
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                  My son loves this product, he hasn't stop using it since Christmas. He makes a new project everyday. We tell all his friends and their parents they should get one.
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                  1 / 5
                  1 / 5
                  PostedJanuary 15, 2014
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                  My son was so excited about this gift but it turns out it doesn't work well at all. I am returning it. I'm so sad it was a flop!
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                  5 / 5
                  5 / 5
                  PostedJanuary 15, 2014
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                  Xmas present for my grandson and he just loved this.
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                  1 / 5
                  1 / 5
                  PostedJanuary 15, 2014
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                  This was the only item my son asked for from Santa this year. It broke within minutes of him trying to use it. Very disappointing and now we have to figure out a way to 'return' it to the North Pole (aka Santa). We are extremely hesitant to replace this item.
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                  1 / 5
                  1 / 5
                  PostedDecember 20, 2013
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                  There are so many tiny pieces and the packaging is insufficient. It arrived opened with lots of missing pieces. A big disappointment.
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                  5 / 5
                  5 / 5
                  PostedJanuary 19, 2013
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                  This is a fabulous toy. My son (who is 10) has already made several projects. The quality and complexity of what he is making has increased, as has his sense of accomplishment, since he is able to work on his own.
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                  4 / 5
                  4 / 5
                  PostedJanuary 10, 2013
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                  This tool is perfect for a kid who loves woodworking/building things. We got this for my 7 yr old for Christmas and he loves it. He has already buildt two wooden candlesticks and a model airplane. So far it's held up great and is very safe for him to use.
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                  4 / 5
                  4 / 5
                  PostedJanuary 10, 2013
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                  All seems good, base rather flimsy, hard to mount solid. motor too weak for lathe feature, all else is great, child occupied for hours.
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                  5 / 5
                  5 / 5
                  PostedJanuary 10, 2013
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                  It works! I was worried because of some mixed reviews, but my 9 y has used it twice and it worked like a charm! He is thrilled !
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                  3 / 5
                  3 / 5
                  PostedJanuary 6, 2013
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                  Could not view DVD to see how to use product. Would like it to be USA compatible
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                  5 / 5
                  5 / 5
                  PostedJanuary 4, 2013
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                  Christmas gift for grandson-he loved it.
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                  5 / 5
                  5 / 5
                  PostedJanuary 4, 2013
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                  We have been so impressed with this purchase for our 6 year old. Each function works well, though the sander stick ons tend to fly off the machine. My son loves working on it - and though he needs help with it, I am happy to help bc the machine is awesome.
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                  1 / 5
                  1 / 5
                  PostedJanuary 4, 2013
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                  It is made of plastic, which makes it flimsy and fragile. It broke the second day we had it. We made a very sad little boy,
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                  1 / 5
                  PostedDecember 29, 2012
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                  If there was an option for zero stars, that is what I would give it. Don't waste your money on this. We tried the lathe and the jigsaw, the motor is way underpowered to operate either, and then we gave up and put it back in the box to return. Very disapointing.
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