Think about it, a lot of "refurbished" tools are returned to the store tools, they are checked, tested completely before being put up for sale as "refurbished", more than you can say for a new tool right out of the box... The ones returned because they were broke or didn't work properly are repaired and checked, tested completely before resale as "refurbished". Anytime I need a tool anymore I look for "refurbished" first. I believe the 180 day warranty Is correct, at least on the ones I purchased, but that has never been a factor to me. Looks at the new tools you buy that claim to has a warranty of "x" years, then try to get decent service on that warranty. The only warranty I put stock in is how long I have that I can return it to the store for my money back or a replacement. That is usually 30 days. Just my opinion.