Makita 9237CX3 7" Polisher

Makita is the ONLY choice for the professional. I have used this buffer, and its predecessor the 9227, for 8 years in the automobile detailing industry. I run my buffers an average of 5-8 hours every day. I have worked them so hard that the outer plastic casing has been nearly melted and tacky to the touch. I doubt there is an industry that could possibly use them more than mine. I have used the DeWalt 849, and there is no comparison between the two. The DeWalt has a very touchy speed control, and lacks torque when pushed hard or under a heavy load. The Makita will keep going no matter what. I have Makitas that I have used all day, every day for more than four years and they keep going. The only parts I have ever replaced are brushes and the power cords (the power cords get a lot of abuse in my business, being drug around on pavement all day). I have never had a failure of any kind with the drive gears, switches or speed controls. Don't waste your time with another brand. With Makita you will find that the speed control is precise, regardless of pressure applied (these machines have a TON of torque). The soft start is predictable and gentle on the drive system. The new rubber armor around the head helps prevent dings and scratches on the surface your are buffing, and the screens for the motor vents keep wool and debris from entering the motor housing. If there were a way to give it ten stars, I would. Tim Wilda

Very Happy: Use this for polishing stainless. My favorite feature is the motor speed control keeps the wheel turning at same speed no matter how hard I lean into it! Others fail at this and slow down with loads....

I’ve gone through sever buffers from cheaper dealers like harbor freight in the past. So tired of trying to save a few dollars and end up buying junk. This buffer is Seriously a professional buffer. I love the variable trigger and soft start. Sure helps keep the buffing gel on the work rather then slung across the room. The speed controlled motor maintains perfect speed no matter how heavy or light the pressure one applies. The motor doesn’t get hot either. The only downside is it’s a bit heavy but quality usually weights a bit more. The backing plate for the buffing wheel could be upgraded a bit to match the quality of the tool.

Works great!

The polisher is great so far. I like the soft start instead of the instant start of my grinder/ buffer. I also like the adjustable speed settings. Purchased to polish my wheels instead of doing it by hand. Definitely a time saver.

Unless you can where gloves. Working in the hot sun this buffer gets so hot when compounding gelcoat that it burns your hands and callouses right off. Can barely touch it. Also the there is not much control when it comes to the trigger. It has soft start at first, but as you work around corners and tight areas you need to tap the trigger to work in compound and it is all or nothing, it acts as if soft start resets as you let the buffer sit for more than 3 seconds.. Dewalt 849x definitely has more control with the trigger. Dewalt gets hot too, but not near as hot as the makita. The makita gears/torque definitely feel stronger, But it has such a high pitch whine that'll make your ears bleed. Need to wear ear plugs or I'll go deaf. I don't have that problem with the dewalt. It is much quieter. All in all a great tool for the weekend warrior or car detailer that can work in the shade. But for a marine detailer working all day in direct sunlight it's not for me. And I don't want to wear gloves or hearing protection. So that's too many things to give this 5stars. Go with the Dewalt. No complaints.

These headphones have been through it all with me - from intense workouts to long workdays, and they have held up incredibly well. Despite the outer plastic casing showing signs of wear and tear, they have proven to be durable and reliable. I use them extensively in my line of work, and I highly doubt any other industry could put them to the test like I do. They have truly exceeded my expectations in terms of resilience and performance. Highly recommended for anyone looking for headphones that can keep up with their active lifestyle.

Best polisher for wool pads in the business, been using these for over twenty years.