Looking over Ebay auctions, I noiced that Ryobi tools are going for way less than other brands and most don't have any bids. I've always thought Ryobi to be a decent DYI brand, good for the price at least. Perhaps a step above B&D, on par with Skil, but definitely below PC. But it looks like people are actually avoiding Ryobi at the (IMHO) decent prices and paying 2-3x for a Dewalt. Personally I don't understand the Dewalt craze. You'd think at least frugal woodworkers like myself would rather have a cheapie Ryobi than no tool at all.
I bring this up because I got a used 12V 3/8" drill kit (2 batteries + charger) for $30, which I thought was an okay price, at a local shop. I'm very happy with it even though 12V is now outdated. I started looking up other Ryobi tools and realized few people talk about it and even fewer places sell it. Do many fellow woodworkers follow the all-or-nothing philosophy? Get the best you can afford or don't get it?? Andy