Just scored a new rotary tool - what should I tackle first?

Hey everyone! Just picked up the new DeWalt 20V Max XR Rotary Tool kit from the club's flash sale - got it for 40% off! Super stoked to finally upgrade from my old corded Dremel. This thing feels solid, and the battery life looks promising. Already charged it up and did a quick test on some scrap wood - smooth as butter. What should my first real project be? Thinking about engraving or maybe some detail sanding. Open to suggestions!

Nice grab. DeWalt's 20V line is solid for pros. Skip the artsy stuff - use it for what it's meant for: cutting off stripped screws, cleaning up grout lines, or notching trim. Keep a steady hand and don't push too hard - let the tool do the work. If you're new to rotary tools, practice on scrap first. And always wear eye pro.

Congrats on the new tool! I use mine all the time for landscape projects. Try engraving house numbers on a stone or slate plaque for your garden - it's a great beginner project that looks pro. The key is using the right bit (diamond tip for stone) and going slow. Also fantastic for detailing patio furniture or cleaning up rust on old garden tools. Have fun!

lol @Tim always going straight to work stuff. That DeWalt's a beast! I use mine for drywall all the time - cutting out outlet boxes is way easier with a rotary than a jab saw. But for a fun first project? Engrave your name or a cool design into a tool handle. Makes it yours. Just watch the heat - don't melt the plastic! Btw, how's the vibration on that model? My old one makes my hand numb after 20 mins.

Sweet pickup! For welding projects, these are clutch for cleaning up tack welds and grinding in tight spots. But since you're just starting, try polishing some metal - old wrenches or sockets come out looking brand new with the right polishing wheels. Pro tip: get a flex shaft attachment if you're doing detailed work, saves your wrists. And yeah, what Luke said about vibration - DeWalt usually has good dampening.