I have a number of projects through our house and some woodworking. By far the most used tool is a cordless drill / screwdriver. I own a 18V with a conventional battery, a good artist, but heavy and slightly warped hand. A 14.4 V with a traditional battery, which was much less used for the purchase of the 18 volts, but still saw some use in short-term projects, simply because it is easier than 18V and DeWalt 7.2 V "stick-style" used for smaller and / or more sensitive projects. Over the past year, DIY programs and reviews tools, I had noticed more attention to influence motorists to daily use in a wide range of applications and projects. Especially in driving screws. Since this is a lot of what I use my drill / drivers for my interest was awakened by a general consensus that the impact drivers were more effective and less likely to bite jump out of screw heads. It was my quest for yet another new tool arsenal. I hit the shelves of local stores and check the current crop.
From the very first time I took this one I was in love. You see, I've been cursed with wide palms and short fingers and not a single power tool I have ever met or spent really felt comfortable in my hand. Mind you, I could still get a firm grip, and it was never a safety problem, but especially with a heavier gear my 18V, I long-projects inevitably ended with fatigue and chronic pain in my wrist. When I wrapped my hand around this child I had to have it. I am not exaggerating when I say that I have never had a tool that feels so natural and balanced in your hand! The store I encountered it first at my local Home Depot and they had the previous generation, which were identical spec, size and shape, except for the color and the fact that it came with 3.0Ah batteries instead of 1, 5 in this batch (and if I do not fault in the charger this is a bit more advanced). I liked the weight and balance on this player, with 15 minutes charging time, I was willing to sacrifice travel time for lower weight and better balance.
After a month of use I am very happy with the service and my purchase. It is an impressive job of driving screws of all types and sizes. Much better than anything I've used and the benefits of lithium-ion hold their charge while sitting on the shelf is very handy. I will continue to drag my 18 V or 14.4 V when the pilot holes are necessary, but since this is only for the convenience of not having to change bits, and I still use the DeWalt for tight spaces and more delicate tasks.
If you need more driving time, I recommend getting the previous generation model. My only regret is that right now here at Amazon, instead I saw the kit with drilled delivered to almost the same price as this kit. At the time I bought it was that the combo kit $ 70 more, and I chose to save money. Otherwise, I definitely do not regret my purchase.
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