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Title: Show me your drills
Post by: Grant Lamontagne on October 25, 2017, 04:03:40 PM
With the success of the non-multitool thread I decided to try again, and include the one power tool that I feel like everyone needs.

(http://gallery.multitool.org/var/resizes/Miscellaneous/Hand-Tools/Black-and-Decker-Drill/Black%20and%20Decker%20Drill%20%281%29.jpg?m=1508939525)

I actually have four drills, but this Black & Decker light duty 12V Lithium rechargeable drill is the only one that has made it to Ottawa.  I also have two Kawasaki cordless drills and a DeWalt corded drill that does most of the heavy work.  I used to prefer cordless drills for the convenience of not having to find a plug or run an extension cord, but it seemed like every time I went to use a cordless, it had 5 minutes of power and then died.   :facepalm:

As much as I prefer a corded drill for heavy jobs, I have to say I have put a lot of miles on this little Black & Decker and I haven't been disappointed.  I do bigger jobs with it than I am sure it was designed for, but then this is the kind of thing I do.   :facepalm:

(http://gallery.multitool.org/var/resizes/Miscellaneous/Hand-Tools/Black-and-Decker-Drill/Black%20and%20Decker%20Drill%20%282%29.jpg?m=1508939513)

Despite being a small drill it has many of the features found in larger drills, like the adjustable torque settings and the built in LED light for illuminating your workspace.

(http://gallery.multitool.org/var/resizes/Miscellaneous/Hand-Tools/Black-and-Decker-Drill/Black%20and%20Decker%20Drill%20%285%29.jpg?m=1508939525)

I think I paid around $30 for this little drill and I believe it was well worth the money.  It's a few years old now, and still going strong.

(http://gallery.multitool.org/var/resizes/Miscellaneous/Hand-Tools/Black-and-Decker-Drill/Black%20and%20Decker%20Drill%20%283%29.jpg?m=1508939525)

What drill(s) are you using?

Def
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Smashie on October 25, 2017, 04:18:01 PM
Perfect timing, I just finished using mine.

Bosch Professional 10.8v Li

Enough torque to snap drill bits or twist it out of your hand if you aren’t paying attention, but light enough to use all day. Unlike my previous DeWalt.

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171025/c0b58238ba3641b1cd93c0fac13fd2ce.jpg)

I’ve also got an old B&D which hasn’t let me down so I don’t see any real need to replace and an SDS drill/breaker. Now I bought that to do one job. That was 7 years ago and it’s still going strong, I guess I was lucky. 
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: derekmac on October 25, 2017, 04:18:08 PM
I have a Rigid drill and impact driver set, and a Milwaukee drill and impact driver set. Both sets are 1/2" 18 volt Lithium.

I've had the Rigid for a few years, and it's worked flawlessly! I haven't found anything it won't drill through.

The Milwaukee set is pretty new, and hasn't seen much use.

Even though the impact guns are meant for driving screws, I use it quite a bit working on the Jeep. It has the power to remove most fasteners, and it's light and pretty compact.

The Milwaukee driver is more powerful, but it's new and clean, so hasn't been used on the Jeep yet, lol.

I'll try and remember to take a few pics tonight.

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Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Smashie on October 25, 2017, 04:24:02 PM
Oh I’ve got an 18v Bosch impact driver as well

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171025/86d2c9c8d326d77d4c1bbebb18ed71b8.jpg)
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Aloha on October 25, 2017, 04:30:14 PM
I'll be watching this.  Last one I had gave out after 10 years of service.  It was a B/D that wasn't treated real well.  Can't say I was bummed at all.  I like corded as well but Li power just makes sense   
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Zed on October 25, 2017, 05:13:20 PM
I'll be in the shed Thursday so I'll take pics of my drills  :tu:
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Whoey on October 25, 2017, 05:13:57 PM
my rechargeable is a generic one from B&Q in the UK, it barely holds a charge anymore, and since I don't use it often I don't really care. I was supposed to get a replacement from my brother in law but it hasn't happened yet... he has access to Bosch factory returns that are a fraction of the cost due to minor cosmetic flaws...
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Fuzzbucket on October 25, 2017, 06:36:57 PM
Whoey - what an absolutely fantastic avatar!!!

Right, any excuse to expose my tool...s.

This is one of my favourates at the moment and is still reasonably new and shiney:
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Mechanickal on October 25, 2017, 08:43:06 PM
My own drill is a Bosch one.
Small, lightweight but really capable and alot of torque for it's size.
(http://media.powertoolworld.co.uk/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/1800x/040ec09b1e35df139433887a97daa66f/b/o/bosgsr1215fc43.jpg)

At work I use a Dewalt brushless
(http://toolguyd.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Dewalt-Brushless-Drill-Driver-DCD790.jpg)
Slightly bigger, still lightweight and decent amount of torque as well.
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Marc_in_NS on October 25, 2017, 09:46:48 PM
I have a set of RIGID cordless drill and Impact driver. Both came with a lifetime warranty, to include the batteries (18 Volts). I personally have not needed to “test” the warranty; but, many of my son’s co-workers have and they stand behind their product...no question asked. Perhaps a little pricey at 200.00$ Cdn; but, i feel confident that I’ll never buy a drill set again.
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Fuzzbucket on October 25, 2017, 09:56:59 PM

At work I use a Dewalt brushless
(http://toolguyd.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Dewalt-Brushless-Drill-Driver-DCD790.jpg)
Slightly bigger, still lightweight and decent amount of torque as well.

I had the Ni-Cd predecessor to that (actually, ive still got it - it's in the shed) it was fantastic but an absolute beast to lug around. The batteries are all knack'd now unfortunately.
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Fuzzbucket on October 25, 2017, 09:59:05 PM
I have a set of RIGID cordless drill and Impact driver. Both came with a lifetime warranty, to include the batteries (18 Volts). I personally have not needed to “test” the warranty; but, many of my son’s co-workers have and they stand behind their product...no question asked. Perhaps a little pricey at 200.00$ Cdn; but, i feel confident that I’ll never buy a drill set again.

I've never used any Ridgid tools, they look pretty substantial.
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: WoodsDuck on October 25, 2017, 10:10:12 PM
I have a DeWalt brushless. Not the XR version though.
Here's a low quality photo;

(https://i.imgur.com/QoOsnkd.jpg)
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Mechanickal on October 25, 2017, 10:14:09 PM
I have a DeWalt brushless. Not the XR version though.
Here's a low quality photo;

(https://i.imgur.com/QoOsnkd.jpg)
Don't know what version is what :D
I do know the head of mine is steel instead of plastic, if that's what I'm seeing?
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: WoodsDuck on October 25, 2017, 10:17:55 PM
I have a DeWalt brushless. Not the XR version though.
Here's a low quality photo;

(https://i.imgur.com/QoOsnkd.jpg)
Don't know what version is what :D
I do know the head of mine is steel instead of plastic, if that's what I'm seeing?

That, and the XR has three speeds, where mine is only two. I think those are the primary differences.
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Marc_in_NS on October 25, 2017, 10:41:03 PM
I have a set of RIGID cordless drill and Impact driver. Both came with a lifetime warranty, to include the batteries (18 Volts). I personally have not needed to “test” the warranty; but, many of my son’s co-workers have and they stand behind their product...no question asked. Perhaps a little pricey at 200.00$ Cdn; but, i feel confident that I’ll never buy a drill set again.

I've never used any Ridgid tools, they look pretty substantial.

Fuzz
Yeah both are heavy, relatively so, but very well balanced. I have had no issues working all day building structures. And i omitted to say that a flat cell charges up fully in twenty minutes with the included charger. Makes lunch time an ideal time to charge up “all” batteries... :)
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: derekmac on October 25, 2017, 11:36:08 PM
Pics
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: derekmac on October 25, 2017, 11:37:18 PM
Pics 2
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: derekmac on October 25, 2017, 11:38:07 PM
Pics 3
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: firiki on October 26, 2017, 12:09:36 AM
:nothingtoadd:

except that the thread's title is unfortunate and misleading ::) and that I don't have a power drill but I'd appreciate some education on the matter because I am interested in acquiring one. Possibly one from LIDL's PARKSIDE line as I've heard pretty good things about them and they have a 3-year guarantee.
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Poncho65 on October 26, 2017, 01:20:02 AM
Great drills and impacters guys :tu: Yet another something I need to get pics of :ahhh :D
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Grant Lamontagne on October 26, 2017, 03:35:15 PM
:nothingtoadd:

except that the thread's title is unfortunate and misleading ::) and that I don't have a power drill but I'd appreciate some education on the matter because I am interested in acquiring one. Possibly one from LIDL's PARKSIDE line as I've heard pretty good things about them and they have a 3-year guarantee.

When it comes to a cordless drill I think that there are two ways to go:

1- Find a manufacturer that will warranty the battery for a long period of time so that when yours starts to get weak and soft after 3 years, you can get another one with no hassle.

2- Buy an inexpensive drill and expect that you will be replacing it in three years.

Three years seems to be (usually) about as long as a drill works for me.  My first cordless drill was a big Craftsman around 2000 and it was great, but a few years later the prices had come down, the power had gone up and replacing the battery on my Craftsman cost way more than a newer, more powerful drill.  Ordinarily I would suggest just buying an inexpensive drill and expect to replace it in three years, but as Marc pointed out, some drills do carry a good warranty that includes the battery, and, given the choice, I think that's what I would do.

That's the best advice I can give....

My old Craftsman was $300.  When I replaced it, I got a Kawasaki set for $300.  It was similar to the set below, except I didn't get the flashlight.  It was a reciprocating saw, circular saw, drill, two batteries and charger for $300.

(http://www.norjo.co.nz/637-large_default/kawasaki-cordless-drill-108v.jpg)

I then found just the drill (exact same model) at another store for $50, and it came with two batteries and a charger, so now I had four tools (recip saw, circular saw and two drills), a battery for each tool, and two chargers that I could use to charge the batteries about as fast as I could drain them.  I got to the point where I liked having two drills at the same time, because I could leave the drill bit in one and a screwdriver bit in the other and do a job a lot faster than having to constantly switch back and forth.

That was a great setup when it worked, but as the batteries eventually went soft I ended up having to replace almost an entire workshop of tools.  I ended up getting a corded DeWalt drill for heavy stuff, my little B&D drill for light stuff, a corded reciprocating saw and I never did get a replacement circular saw, although since I have a big Craftsman table saw it wasn't needed as much.

This is the DeWalt drill I got:

(https://www.homedepot.com/hdus/en_US/DTCCOMNEW/fetch/FetchRules/Rich_Content/100634626-pod2.jpg)

This is the DeWalt Reciprocating saw:

(https://images.homedepot-static.com/productImages/762ecb79-7f68-4eff-8681-25719b7b66fd/svn/dewalt-reciprocating-saws-dwe304-64_1000.jpg)

And this is my big table saw, which comes off the legs and is surprisingly portable.

(https://c.shld.net/rpx/i/s/i/spin/10008020/prod_1565359712??hei=64&wid=64&qlt=50)

I wouldn't want to carry it too far, but it's really easy to load in the Jeep and take to wherever I want.

Def
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Gerhard Gerber on October 27, 2017, 09:28:25 AM
Had a bit of an epiphany just over a year ago talking to the shop fitters busy at a new satellite office, they've switched over to battery powered power tools exclusively.

Personally I own none, and a lot of water will run into the ocean before I do  :whistle:

I've got a Ryobi pencil grinder, average size hand drill, angle grinder and a large Ryobi drill press......all run on 220V.

Good to see how the technology has improved and matured, simply not something I need. 
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: moonweasel on October 27, 2017, 10:16:23 AM
Something tells me I will be digging out a couple of toys tools for the camera tomorrow.
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Grant Lamontagne on October 27, 2017, 01:11:01 PM
Had a bit of an epiphany just over a year ago talking to the shop fitters busy at a new satellite office, they've switched over to battery powered power tools exclusively.

Personally I own none, and a lot of water will run into the ocean before I do  :whistle:

I've got a Ryobi pencil grinder, average size hand drill, angle grinder and a large Ryobi drill press......all run on 220V.

Good to see how the technology has improved and matured, simply not something I need.

There is definitely a need for cordless tools.  I really enjoy using them and not having to worry about running (or tripping on!) extension cords and so on.  Get the tool that suits your needs.  I have both because I see a good need for both.

Def
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: moonweasel on October 27, 2017, 01:38:48 PM
Had a bit of an epiphany just over a year ago talking to the shop fitters busy at a new satellite office, they've switched over to battery powered power tools exclusively.

Personally I own none, and a lot of water will run into the ocean before I do  :whistle:

I've got a Ryobi pencil grinder, average size hand drill, angle grinder and a large Ryobi drill press......all run on 220V.

Good to see how the technology has improved and matured, simply not something I need.

There is definitely a need for cordless tools.  I really enjoy using them and not having to worry about running (or tripping on!) extension cords and so on.  Get the tool that suits your needs.  I have both because I see a good need for both.

Def

There is nothing quite like putting a few good sized holes in conctrete (or whatever) without a cord in sight.
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Don Pablo on October 27, 2017, 03:36:11 PM
Had a bit of an epiphany just over a year ago talking to the shop fitters busy at a new satellite office, they've switched over to battery powered power tools exclusively.

Personally I own none, and a lot of water will run into the ocean before I do  :whistle:

I've got a Ryobi pencil grinder, average size hand drill, angle grinder and a large Ryobi drill press......all run on 220V.

Good to see how the technology has improved and matured, simply not something I need.

There is definitely a need for cordless tools.  I really enjoy using them and not having to worry about running (or tripping on!) extension cords and so on.  Get the tool that suits your needs.  I have both because I see a good need for both.

Def

There is nothing quite like putting a few good sized holes in conctrete (or whatever) without a cord in sight.
It's wizardry!  :ahhh :ahhh
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: magentus on October 27, 2017, 03:37:27 PM

It's wizardry!  :ahhh :ahhh
[/quote]
Electrickery!
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Smashie on October 27, 2017, 06:22:49 PM

It's wizardry!  :ahhh :ahhh
Electrickery!
[/quote]

Used to watch Cat Weasel by any chance?
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Vidar on October 27, 2017, 10:24:25 PM
When it comes to a cordless drill I think that there are two ways to go:

1- Find a manufacturer that will warranty the battery for a long period of time so that when yours starts to get weak and soft after 3 years, you can get another one with no hassle.

2 - Buy an inexpensive drill and expect that you will be replacing it in three years.

I can't say I have experience with lots of brands, but I can say that the blue Bosch series of tools are generally high quality. As for cordless drills I got one of their cordless 14,4v series (the heavy "brute") which must be 12-13 years by now and still going strong. Also got the successor model to that and an impact driver both of which is likely some 10-11 years and also going strong. Still a bit on the fence with their 10.8v series though; 2 batteries have died way too early for my liking.

As for inexpensive cordless drills I've never had any success - they seem to cut most of their cost corners on the batteries. If you only need to do a hole now and then maybe still fine? Some years since I tried last time though - might have improved with the general quality increase of batteries?

Inexpensive corded tools on the other hand tend to be surprisingly good value for money as long as you don't drag them around outside in snow or rain or dusty places. They might be off in some ergonomic/ precision/ general hassle way but generally well worth it.
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Fuzzbucket on October 27, 2017, 11:33:24 PM
Talking of drilling holes and such like, I used these for the first time today - they were quite impressive.

Alpen Multicut bits:
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: moonweasel on October 28, 2017, 12:00:13 AM
It will take a special situation for me to ever go corded again.
My very well used Makitas. That rotary hammer  :dd:
(https://i.imgur.com/SV3G16ol.jpg)
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Vidar on October 28, 2017, 01:12:46 AM
It will take a special situation for me to ever go corded again.

For me that depends on the nature of the work at hand. If the tools can stay put at a workstation and the work to be done passes by there then corded works great. And with less hassle with batteries. On the other hand if you need to bring the tools to the work then cordless is the winner.
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Zed on November 05, 2017, 04:59:54 PM
A few of mine,Bosch,B&D and a few old hand drills  :D
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: styx on November 05, 2017, 05:41:05 PM
the grinder of stubs and nubs
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Zed on November 05, 2017, 05:47:18 PM
the grinder of stubs and nubs

 :rofl:   ;)
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Energie on November 05, 2017, 08:33:25 PM
Small drill
(http://www.herbert-schmitz.net/Multitool/Bohren1.jpg)


Small holes (0,4 mm)
(http://www.herbert-schmitz.net/Multitool/Bohren2.jpg)
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Grant Lamontagne on November 06, 2017, 01:10:03 PM
Nice drill!

I once had the good fortune to be standing near an engineer and a machinist arguing about ultra tiny holes.  They were making some kind of laser system for a helicopter and the engineer was specifying a hole that was extremely small, although I don't recall the exact sizing.  The machinist was trying to explain to the engineer that a hole that size was impossible to drill because the heat of the drilling would cause the metal to expand to the point where it was basically self-healing, and even if it didn't, any temperature change would probably close the hole or distort it to the point where the precise calculations were messed up anyway.  The engineer (as many do  ::)) was arguing that the specs said the hole had to be that size, and that was the end of it.

I wonder how much further that project got before it was canned after some "unknown failure?"   :D

Every time I see or hear about someone drilling small holes I think of that story and it always brings a smile to my face!

Def
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Marc_in_NS on November 06, 2017, 03:53:06 PM
I agree with the engineer...
One should always agree with the engineer.
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Fuzzbucket on November 06, 2017, 04:16:38 PM
I agree with the engineer...
One should always agree with the engineer.

Well... i'd expect just as much from a podgerphobe!!!

I on the other hand agree with the machinist.








 :D
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Marc_in_NS on November 06, 2017, 04:30:08 PM
I agree with the engineer...
One should always agree with the engineer.

Well... i'd expect just as much from a podgerphobe!!!

I on the other hand agree with the machinist.


Podgering phobia!!!!
Is that becoming a thing?





 :D
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Grant Lamontagne on November 06, 2017, 04:33:03 PM
I agree with the engineer...
One should always agree with the engineer.

I wish I could.... but I have had too many experiences with an engineer to believe they are the answer to everything they would have you believe.   :facepalm:

While dealing with wood pellets a few years ago I got into a discussion with the in house engineer, who insisted that I was not allowed to bring my flashlight into the facility because it was not classified as "intrinsically safe," a point he was absolutely correct on.  However, I upset him with a thing called logic when I pointed out that the flashlight was waterproof, and water molecules are both smaller and more pervasive than wood dust, and therefore it was safe for the environment we were working in.  "Intrinsically safe" is a term used for hazardous environments, which includes gases, but wood dust does not release dangerous gases, the dust particles themselves ignite and cause a very unhappy chain reaction- which, by the way, I have no interest in experiencing first hand.  And yet, I felt safe using this flashlight because the electrical source was well insulated from the outside, combustible particles.

He threw a fit and threatened to have me removed from the site, which would have been very disastrous for him as I represent the buyer... and getting rid of me also gets rid of a big expensive customer.  :P

Never use logic against an engineer- many of them missed the day they taught common sense in engineer school, but they obviously did not miss the day they taught ego.   :facepalm:

Not a shot against engineers- I know many that are much better than that, but I also know too many that don't let reality encroach on what a book and documented specs tell them.

Def
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Vidar on November 06, 2017, 08:42:46 PM
The machinist was trying to explain to the engineer that a hole that size was impossible to drill because the heat of the drilling would cause the metal to expand to the point where it was basically self-healing, and even if it didn't, any temperature change would probably close the hole or distort it to the point where the precise calculations were messed up anyway. 

Traditional drilling runs into problems at a given size, high depth to diameter ratios, or just smurfing hard materials. Then other technologies like electro discharge machining (EDM) takes over.

Basically EDM works by emitting high voltage discharges where each discharge removing a tiny bit of material as it goes along. Because the work end never physically touches the material it is going through it can make tiny holes of great depth regardless of hardness. (Provided the material in question is conductive).

Ok, that was the weird diversion of the day ::)

 


Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Grant Lamontagne on November 06, 2017, 08:48:07 PM
Absolutely, but when the hole is so small and is required to be a precise size, virtually any temperature variance will throw it out of calibration, which was the point.

Def
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Vidar on November 06, 2017, 09:33:45 PM
Absolutely, but when the hole is so small and is required to be a precise size, virtually any temperature variance will throw it out of calibration, which was the point.

Def

EDM drilling uses a continous fluid flow at high pressure which emits at the very end of the drill pipe. That provides electrical insulation and removal of the disharged material, and to the extend necessary also cooling. (Making a tiny 0,08mm diameter hole in a big chuck of metal doesn't necessarily add that much heat to begin with).

Similarly traditional drills for machining centers can be had with through drill flow for cooling and chip removal. (Example http://s3.cnccookbook.com/img/CNCCookbook/tsc-drill-bit.jpg). If really precise calibrated holes are needed then twisted drills are usually not precise enough anyway, and so need to be followed by other methods like reaming or boring.

A third option for minimizing heat using traditional drills is too simply go very slow but still with the correct pressure and cutting depth per rotation. I once saw a weird machine for doing exactly that. I have no idea what that was actually used for. (Well, doh, making holes..  :facepalm:).

I have seen an old advert from around 1900 for a very portable mechanical contraption that did the same slow drilling. I'd actually like to have that one - would be a great portable solution for making controlled holes in stuff.

Talking about heat another offbeat drill method exploits exactly that. Flowdrilling will basically rotate and heat the material until it deforms into a hole with a suitable collar formed by the moved leftover material. Typically used for making threaded bolt connections in sheet metal.

I think the point I was trying to make was that there are often alternative technologies out there for many common problems, but which are rarely encountered or well known in the public.

Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Marc_in_NS on November 06, 2017, 09:45:40 PM
There are just as many “types” of engineers as there types of personalities...
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Marc_in_NS on November 06, 2017, 09:48:03 PM
Some you should listen to, others you can ignore...YOU best pick the right one. And don’t assume they are all alike. Lol
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Marc_in_NS on November 06, 2017, 09:49:40 PM
Laser drilling...how about that.
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Fuzzbucket on November 06, 2017, 09:56:55 PM
Hyperthetically... if you had a steel object that had, for example, an exact 0.1mm diameter hole in it and it was exposed to "day to day" temp flux would that hole remain constantly 0.1mm in dia? Just curious.
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Marc_in_NS on November 06, 2017, 10:05:51 PM
Hyperthetically... if you had a steel object that had, for example, an exact 0.1mm diameter hole in it and it was exposed to "day to day" temp flux would that hole remain constantly 0.1mm in dia? Just curious.

It would depend entirely on the type of steel...but what do I know? Hehe
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Marc_in_NS on November 06, 2017, 10:08:00 PM
Some alloys are recognized for their ability to remain somewhat stable under a wide range of temps...for example.

Anymore information about this topic will cost you. Oops my engineering background is creeping out.
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Fuzzbucket on November 06, 2017, 10:09:03 PM
Hyperthetically... if you had a steel object that had, for example, an exact 0.1mm diameter hole in it and it was exposed to "day to day" temp flux would that hole remain constantly 0.1mm in dia? Just curious.

It would depend entirely on the type of steel...but what do I know? Hehe

Yeah, ya dirty podgerphobe!!!   ...(Just kidding!).
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Marc_in_NS on November 06, 2017, 10:10:42 PM
Hyperthetically... if you had a steel object that had, for example, an exact 0.1mm diameter hole in it and it was exposed to "day to day" temp flux would that hole remain constantly 0.1mm in dia? Just curious.

It would depend entirely on the type of steel...but what do I know? Hehe

Yeah, ya dirty podgerphobe!!!   ...(Just kidding!).

I know Steve...me too...most of the time
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Fuzzbucket on November 06, 2017, 10:13:27 PM
Some alloys are recognized for their ability to remain somewhat stable under a wide range of temps...for example.

Anymore information about this topic
will cost you. Oops my engineering background is creeping out.

Your not a structural engineer by any chance?  :D
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Marc_in_NS on November 06, 2017, 10:15:45 PM
Some alloys are recognized for their ability to remain somewhat stable under a wide range of temps...for example.

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will cost you. Oops my engineering background is creeping out.

Your not a structural engineer by any chance?  :D

No, quite the opposite actually... I was combat systems engineering for a stretch. RCN
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Fuzzbucket on November 06, 2017, 10:23:21 PM
Some alloys are recognized for their ability to remain somewhat stable under a wide range of temps...for example.

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will cost you. Oops my engineering background is creeping out.

Your not a structural engineer by any chance?  :D

No, quite the opposite actually... I was combat systems engineering for a stretch. RCN
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Marc_in_NS on November 06, 2017, 10:42:34 PM
 :cheers:
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Grant Lamontagne on November 06, 2017, 10:43:19 PM
Marc, you are absolutely correct that many engineers are not experts in rectal spelunking.  The great thing about engineers though, is that it is almost immediately obvious which ones should be listened to, and which ones are going to be fun to play with.  There's not a lot of middle ground!  :D

Def
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Marc_in_NS on November 06, 2017, 10:47:09 PM
Marc, you are absolutely correct that many engineers are not experts in rectal spelunking.  The great thing about engineers though, is that it is almost immediately obvious which ones should be listened to, and which ones are going to be fun to play with.  There's not a lot of middle ground!  :D

Def

So correct and, I suppose, one could say that about every trade/profession. “ the suit does not make the man”
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Grant Lamontagne on November 06, 2017, 10:50:13 PM
Absolutely. 

I was talking to a marine engineer a few years ago, and I swear when he produced a diagram he actually said (and I'm not making this up, although I wish I was) "Here, I drawed you a picture."

I've met some good ones too, just there are no good stories to tell about someone being competent!  :D

Def
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: kaput on November 06, 2017, 10:50:41 PM
Talking of drilling holes and such like, I used these for the first time today - they were quite impressive.

Alpen Multicut bits:
Masonry bits eh. What'd you drill?
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Fuzzbucket on November 06, 2017, 10:55:39 PM
Talking of drilling holes and such like, I used these for the first time today - they were quite impressive.

Alpen Multicut bits:
Masonry bits eh. What'd you drill?

Not just for masonary, they can go through wood and steel too. They're great at the moment... but for how long!?!

Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: ducttapetech on November 06, 2017, 10:58:32 PM
Marc, you are absolutely correct that many engineers are not experts in rectal spelunking.  The great thing about engineers though, is that it is almost immediately obvious which ones should be listened to, and which ones are going to be fun to play with.  There's not a lot of middle ground!  :D

Def

So correct and, I suppose, one could say that about every trade/profession. “ the suit does not make the man”
Very true, although I do find it interesting how some trades look down on other trades. Or how if you don't have a piece of paper with some letters on it but have 20+ years of experience,  you are a nobody or know nothing. Just something I have notice over the years.
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Grant Lamontagne on November 06, 2017, 11:08:34 PM
Yeah, I hate that too.  I really hate that kind of attitude, and I think that may be why I like taking some "educated" people down a peg or two when they try flaunting their educational superiority.

 >:D

Def
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Vidar on November 06, 2017, 11:20:16 PM
Very true, although I do find it interesting how some trades look down on other trades. Or how if you don't have a piece of paper with some letters on it but have 20+ years of experience,  you are a nobody or know nothing. Just something I have notice over the years.

My experience when people look down on other professions the cause is often their own lack of understanding of said profession and its complexities. Likely in combination with the psychologial phenomen that one tend to rate up the importance of ones own chosen profesion, in part because there you actually understand the problem space.

Also your own personal yardstick for success (or whatever) will often be what you chose yourself; judging others by the same yardstick will often cut them short and unfairly so. We are all different after all - not all wish to be doctors or engineers or whatever.

Most professions and trades have more than enough complexities, depth and topics for lifelong improvement and specialization if one wishes. That is not to say that such skills will necessarily be recognized or appreciated by others - some professions are simply more trendy than others for sure.

A sidenote on experience however is that variance and exposure to different problems is a key. If you do the exact same thing every day then it hardly matters whether you did that 1 year or 10 years.
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Fuzzbucket on November 06, 2017, 11:34:45 PM
Yeah, I hate that too.  I really hate that kind of attitude, and I think that may be why I like taking some "educated" people down a peg or two when they try flaunting their educational superiority.

 >:D

Def

What's quite frustrating is that that kind of attitude is very prevalent in certain industries (culture and entertainment) that espouse equality and fairness... the basta.....
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: MadPlumbarian on November 06, 2017, 11:41:42 PM
Here’s my little cutie, the big bad boys down stairs, that’s a 1/2" dewalt hammer drill, I have a 14v cordless dewalt but the batteries are shot.
JR
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Fuzzbucket on November 07, 2017, 12:20:55 AM
Here’s my little cutie, the big bad boys down stairs, that’s a 1/2" dewalt hammer drill, I have a 14v cordless dewalt but the batteries are shot.
JR

One of my most favourite tools ever is a 14v Hitachi combi drill - it was quite unique in that it had a belt hook that actually worked. After eight years of constant abuse, It's now retired and living happily in my shed.
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: MadPlumbarian on November 07, 2017, 01:53:44 AM
Here’s my little cutie, the big bad boys down stairs, that’s a 1/2" dewalt hammer drill, I have a 14v cordless dewalt but the batteries are shot.
JR

One of my most favourite tools ever is a 14v Hitachi combi drill - it was quite unique in that it had a belt hook that actually worked. After eight years of constant abuse, It's now retired and living happily in my shed.
Nice, I always liked dewalt, but that corded hitachi was free and I wasn’t going to pass it up! Besides it matched the laser compound miter saw that I got an absolute deal on..
JR
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: BePrepared on November 12, 2017, 04:34:54 PM
Mains powered hammer drill.  It was my father's, but he gave it to me when I moved into this apartment almost 20 years ago.  I've put up a lot of shelves (none fallen down yet).

(http://i.imgur.com/FETEsSY.jpg?1) (https://imgur.com/FETEsSY)

(https://imgs.xkcd.com/comics/homeownership.png) (https://imgs.xkcd.com/comics/homeownership.png)
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: ba-ta on November 12, 2017, 10:37:39 PM
None of my drills are at home at the moment (secured in various job boxes) but I have an old B&D 1/2" corded drill.  Doesn't get used much but it's great to have for when I need to drill holes for the bigger mech tee's.  Also have a Bosch 18v cordless drill that sees a lot of use.  Unfortunately it's ni-cad and the batteries are starting to show their age.  Company tools I use are a Milwaukee right angle drill and the Milwaukee 1/2" cordless drill that just died.  Out of all of them I like the Bosch the most but it's on it's way out.  I got it used and have had it for a few years but the old ni-cad batteries are slowly giving up the ghost.
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Energie on November 15, 2017, 09:35:31 PM
Tiny Makita
max 6,5 mm, 4.500 rpm

(http://www.herbert-schmitz.net/Multitool/Makita.jpg)
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: MadPlumbarian on November 15, 2017, 10:09:13 PM
I kinda got me a new toy,,
JR
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Vidar on November 16, 2017, 01:59:55 PM
Tiny Makita
max 6,5 mm, 4.500 rpm

(http://www.herbert-schmitz.net/Multitool/Makita.jpg)

That is cute :) Then again I say the same about some excavators..
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Don Pablo on November 16, 2017, 08:09:53 PM
Tiny Makita
max 6,5 mm, 4.500 rpm

(http://www.herbert-schmitz.net/Multitool/Makita.jpg)

That is cute :) Then again I say the same about some excavators..
(http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/Caterpillar/C10553345)
:dd:
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Vidar on November 16, 2017, 08:30:04 PM
Now isn't that cute?  :cheers: (I think I see a second opinion in my sideview here...  :facepalm:)
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Don Pablo on November 16, 2017, 08:31:21 PM
Especially the one on the right.  :cheers:
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Don Pablo on November 16, 2017, 08:33:18 PM
(I would be worried about it rolling over though.   :ahhh )
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: hiraethus on September 22, 2018, 05:47:28 PM
My new-ish Makita:
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1958/43929211405_2f3ac8b472_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/29VSG5D)
10.8 (12V) with the brushless motor.  It's really small. :D
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Grant Lamontagne on September 23, 2018, 12:55:46 PM
I like small drills- they are lighter and you don't get as wiped out on larger jobs, and they fit in more compact areas.  Of course, there are always places that no drill will get into, but the smaller the drill (hopefully) the fewer of those you will encounter!

Def
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: WoodsDuck on September 24, 2018, 07:07:47 AM
I like small drills- they are lighter and you don't get as wiped out on larger jobs, and they fit in more compact areas.  Of course, there are always places that no drill will get into, but the smaller the drill (hopefully) the fewer of those you will encounter!

Def

For sure. I think it's never a bad idea to have at least two drills of different sizes. Although it's a little annoying that you generally need more than one battery platform to do so. I think the only DeWalt drill smaller than mine is the 12v, which of course isn't cross compatible with the 20v.
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: hiraethus on September 24, 2018, 07:18:49 AM
I had a Black and Decker combi as my only drill for a long time, and for occasional use around the house it was great.  But we've recently moved to a new place with solid stone walls and the B&D wasn't up to the job so I got two to replace it: the Makita above for screwing and light stiff and a Bosch corded SDS+ for the harder jobs.  I also have a corded non hammer drill that I inherited from work and a bench top pillar drill.  I like making holes in things. :)
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Grant Lamontagne on September 24, 2018, 12:36:17 PM
I like small drills- they are lighter and you don't get as wiped out on larger jobs, and they fit in more compact areas.  Of course, there are always places that no drill will get into, but the smaller the drill (hopefully) the fewer of those you will encounter!

Def

For sure. I think it's never a bad idea to have at least two drills of different sizes. Although it's a little annoying that you generally need more than one battery platform to do so. I think the only DeWalt drill smaller than mine is the 12v, which of course isn't cross compatible with the 20v.

My little Black and Decker cordless drill is useful enough for most things, but you are right, there are times when you need a lot more drilling power and that's why I also have a DeWalt corded drill.  As much as I love cordless tools, you just can't match the power of a proper electric drill, and sometimes it's nice to have the power without the added bulk of the battery pack.

I've had more than a few cordless drills in my time and it bothers me that they are only good for a couple of years or so before the battery starts to die off in them, and replacement batteries often cost as much as a whole new drill.  I made that mistake with one set that I got- it was a drill, reciprocating saw and circular saw set with charger and two batteries.  I bought the same drill again, without the saws, and it came with a charger and two batteries, meaning I then had two chargers and a battery for each tool, and now I have two drills, a reciprocating saw and a circular saw that are all pretty well useless because all of the batteries are toast.   :facepalm:

Def
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: WoodsDuck on September 24, 2018, 03:58:37 PM
I like small drills- they are lighter and you don't get as wiped out on larger jobs, and they fit in more compact areas.  Of course, there are always places that no drill will get into, but the smaller the drill (hopefully) the fewer of those you will encounter!

Def

For sure. I think it's never a bad idea to have at least two drills of different sizes. Although it's a little annoying that you generally need more than one battery platform to do so. I think the only DeWalt drill smaller than mine is the 12v, which of course isn't cross compatible with the 20v.

My little Black and Decker cordless drill is useful enough for most things, but you are right, there are times when you need a lot more drilling power and that's why I also have a DeWalt corded drill.  As much as I love cordless tools, you just can't match the power of a proper electric drill, and sometimes it's nice to have the power without the added bulk of the battery pack.

I've had more than a few cordless drills in my time and it bothers me that they are only good for a couple of years or so before the battery starts to die off in them, and replacement batteries often cost as much as a whole new drill.  I made that mistake with one set that I got- it was a drill, reciprocating saw and circular saw set with charger and two batteries.  I bought the same drill again, without the saws, and it came with a charger and two batteries, meaning I then had two chargers and a battery for each tool, and now I have two drills, a reciprocating saw and a circular saw that are all pretty well useless because all of the batteries are toast.   :facepalm:

Def

You're supposed (<-- heavy emphasis here) to be able to get 3-5 years from modern Li-Ion batteries, if you don't mistreat them. But the cost of replacements really can be off-putting even in that time frame. A single 5Ah battery tends to run around $90, and two-packs are a smidge cheaper per battery, but it adds up very fast. I'd go a cheaper route if I didn't just like the ergonomics and power of my DeWalt. Currently I have two 1.5Ah batteries, but I am considering the purchase of their compact reciprocating saw and probably a 5Ah battery/charger combo. I don't really need multiple batteries per tool, as I'm not a tradesman. I do DIY and general repair/minor construction on a couple houses, and I rarely drain even these little 1.5Ah batteries.
Now, if someone were to ask me what cordless drill to buy for the same sort of use, I'd probably recommend a Ridgid kit. Unless my info is outdated, I believe if you register the product you get free battery replacement for the life of the tool from Home Depot. Of course that's mainly a USA thing.
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Grant Lamontagne on September 24, 2018, 05:04:33 PM
So far my biggest problem after 3-5 years has been finding the right batteries.  The manufacturers are getting better for sure, but when I went to replace my old Craftsman drill battery it was something like 12V and no one made anything below 18V then.  Then it was 21V and so on and so on.

Def
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Old man Chris on September 24, 2018, 06:18:13 PM
My drill arsenal is 95% Milwaukee , both 12 and 18 Volt , with a preference going to brushless . I have 12/18 chargers (2) , and a 3x12/3x18 gang charger . It’s hard to beat the breadth of the Milwukee line , everything from drain snakes , and pecs expanders , to saws and hammerdrills on two readily available platforms . I learned the hard way not to standardise on any system where I cant readilly replace batteries / chargers from a good industrial supply, or a big box store . Reptiles steal both batteries and chargers !

At one time I was in charger hell , Hilti , Metabo x2 , Makita , Bosch , and Milwaukee . Never again ! Now I just use Bosch 12V, and Milwaukee in the field . I do have some Festool , in my home workshop , but they are recreational , not professional .

I only have 1 corhed drill , 1 corded saw , and a corded belt sander , all else is cordless ! My jobsite lighting is all cordless , my answer to inverters , or generators , is a drywall bucket , with a re enforced bottom full of charged batteries . The infamous “Bucket O’ Batteries .

If all I did was straight up stuff , I would be tempted to go Hilti , however I do a lot of multitrade maintenance , as a side job .

Best Regards , and YMMV

Chris



Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: gregozedobe on September 24, 2018, 06:31:58 PM
So far my biggest problem after 3-5 years has been finding the right batteries.  The manufacturers are getting better for sure, but when I went to replace my old Craftsman drill battery it was something like 12V and no one made anything below 18V then.  Then it was 21V and so on and so on.

Def

Have you looked at non-OEM compatible batteries ?  Or even having your existing battery packs rebuilt with new batteries.  I have done both as there are numerous suppliers here in Oz and they are WAY cheaper than buying OEM.
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: AimlessWanderer on September 24, 2018, 06:43:06 PM
Just dragged this monstrosity out of the shed. I'm putting together a "hobby desk", and figured it might be useful.

A neighbour gave it to me before he moved away, and it had been stood idle for a few years before that, so it does need a little bit of cleaning up. The foot, table, and column are quite rusty, but a little wire wool and a spot of oil should tidy it up a bit. The drive and bearings seem fine, though I don't know how much life the v belt has in it. I'll probably need to take the chuck off and inspect that too, as it's sticking a bit. Probably nothing a wire brush and dab of grease can't fix.
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: SteveC on September 24, 2018, 06:47:48 PM
Nice !    :like: :tu:
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: MadPlumbarian on September 24, 2018, 06:48:54 PM
Just dragged this monstrosity out of the shed. I'm putting together a "hobby desk", and figured it might be useful.

A neighbour gave it to me before he moved away, and it had been stood idle for a few years before that, so it does need a little bit of cleaning up. The foot, table, and column are quite rusty, but a little wire wool and a spot of oil should tidy it up a bit. The drive and bearings seem fine, though I don't know how much life the v belt has in it. I'll probably need to take the chuck off and inspect that too, as it's sticking a bit. Probably nothing a wire brush and dab of grease can't fix.
Ohhh, how nice! Don’t forget pics of this little hobby desk, wonder where you got that idea :whistle:
JR
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: AimlessWanderer on September 24, 2018, 07:02:55 PM
Just dragged this monstrosity out of the shed. I'm putting together a "hobby desk", and figured it might be useful.

A neighbour gave it to me before he moved away, and it had been stood idle for a few years before that, so it does need a little bit of cleaning up. The foot, table, and column are quite rusty, but a little wire wool and a spot of oil should tidy it up a bit. The drive and bearings seem fine, though I don't know how much life the v belt has in it. I'll probably need to take the chuck off and inspect that too, as it's sticking a bit. Probably nothing a wire brush and dab of grease can't fix.
Ohhh, how nice! Don’t forget pics of this little hobby desk, wonder where you got that idea :whistle:
JR

It'll be a while before pics, as there's still a lot more sorting needed, and I can only do a bit each day. I will get them up when it's done though  :tu:
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: MadPlumbarian on September 24, 2018, 08:17:24 PM
Just dragged this monstrosity out of the shed. I'm putting together a "hobby desk", and figured it might be useful.

A neighbour gave it to me before he moved away, and it had been stood idle for a few years before that, so it does need a little bit of cleaning up. The foot, table, and column are quite rusty, but a little wire wool and a spot of oil should tidy it up a bit. The drive and bearings seem fine, though I don't know how much life the v belt has in it. I'll probably need to take the chuck off and inspect that too, as it's sticking a bit. Probably nothing a wire brush and dab of grease can't fix.
Ohhh, how nice! Don’t forget pics of this little hobby desk, wonder where you got that idea :whistle:
JR

It'll be a while before pics, as there's still a lot more sorting needed, and I can only do a bit each day. I will get them up when it's done though  :tu:
Oh I’m sure, but we better get a report on that 6 in 1, I’ve always thought about getting one of those but they look so cheesy, yet to have both a metal and wood lathe, along with a drillpress, a disk sander and jig all in little room would be great.
JR
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: AimlessWanderer on September 24, 2018, 10:24:27 PM

Oh I’m sure, but we better get a report on that 6 in 1, I’ve always thought about getting one of those but they look so cheesy, yet to have both a metal and wood lathe, along with a drillpress, a disk sander and jig all in little room would be great.
JR

 :salute: Will do!
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: MMR on October 11, 2018, 11:09:39 AM
I know Milwakee makes the strongest drills atm, but my experience with their batteries and customer service haven't exactly been the greatest....Makita also makes good stuff, but they are hard and expensive to find anyone who stocks around here....and when one does they are usually stupidly expensive.

My dad is a huge fan of Borsch, and he has had pretty good experiences with them. I personally don't have any bad experiences with them either.

But personally I am a DeWalt person, I am sure that there are better drills and various powertools out there, but pretty much every DIY store here in Ireland has DeWalt stuff and batteries and chargers etc. are widely available everywhere too, plus their accessories, like bit drivers, drill bits etc are pretty good too and not too expensive either.

Anyway, here's a picture of my DeWalt stuff. 

Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: styx on October 11, 2018, 01:21:14 PM
I know Milwakee makes the strongest drills atm, but my experience with their batteries and customer service haven't exactly been the greatest....Makita also makes good stuff, but they are hard and expensive to find anyone who stocks around here....and when one does they are usually stupidly expensive.

My dad is a huge fan of Borsch, and he has had pretty good experiences with them. I personally don't have any bad experiences with them either.

But personally I am a DeWalt person, I am sure that there are better drills and various powertools out there, but pretty much every DIY store here in Ireland has DeWalt stuff and batteries and chargers etc. are widely available everywhere too, plus their accessories, like bit drivers, drill bits etc are pretty good too and not too expensive either.

Anyway, here's a picture of my DeWalt stuff. 



I'd actually like to try DeWalt corded tools as they are seemingly unbreakable but here they are hard to find. So it is interesting to see that in Ireland they are everywhere
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: MMR on October 11, 2018, 01:54:50 PM
I know Milwakee makes the strongest drills atm, but my experience with their batteries and customer service haven't exactly been the greatest....Makita also makes good stuff, but they are hard and expensive to find anyone who stocks around here....and when one does they are usually stupidly expensive.

My dad is a huge fan of Borsch, and he has had pretty good experiences with them. I personally don't have any bad experiences with them either.

But personally I am a DeWalt person, I am sure that there are better drills and various powertools out there, but pretty much every DIY store here in Ireland has DeWalt stuff and batteries and chargers etc. are widely available everywhere too, plus their accessories, like bit drivers, drill bits etc are pretty good too and not too expensive either.

Anyway, here's a picture of my DeWalt stuff. 



I'd actually like to try DeWalt corded tools as they are seemingly unbreakable but here they are hard to find. So it is interesting to see that in Ireland they are everywhere

I don't know if they are "unbreakable", but I haven't had any issues with anything I have had from DeWalt, all the builders and tradesman I know here in Ireland all use DeWalt stuff too, so that's usually a good sign too. Seriously, go to any building / construction site here in Ireland and you will almost with 100% certainty see all of the builders holding a tool from DeWalt.

I just want to say though that I personally don't have any experience with their corded tools, I have only had cordless tools from DeWalt.
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: MMR on October 11, 2018, 02:10:22 PM
Most corded tools I see builders use are either from Hilti or Einhell.

I don't have any experiences with either of those brands, the times I have seen Hilti in the stores they have usually been super expensive. Einhell seems to be more reasonable priced, usually around the same as DeWalt or Borsch
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: SteveC on October 11, 2018, 02:15:46 PM
I've had all the major brands of cordless drills over the years and the batteries were always the weakest link. Makita, Milwaukee, Dewalt and Rigid. The batteries hold up much better these days. My latest for the last couple of years is a Bosch and I really like it. Built in LED light is really handy and it has held up well so far. I use it for work so it's seen quite a bit of use.
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: styx on October 11, 2018, 03:12:53 PM
Most corded tools I see builders use are either from Hilti or Einhell.

I don't have any experiences with either of those brands, the times I have seen Hilti in the stores they have usually been super expensive. Einhell seems to be more reasonable priced, usually around the same as DeWalt or Borsch

I've tried Hilti tools. very fun to use
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Reinier on October 11, 2018, 04:34:21 PM
These are mine. Three 10.8V cordless drills (the current models are marketed as 12V but are basically identical). One of them is an impact driver. I really like these small machines, they are very light but still plenty powerful for most of the jobs. But to be honest I've been thinking about adding a couple of 18V machines.

(https://tweakers.net/ext/f/ZG7RlH8aSJzGwi4689k2orTV/full.jpg)

And the corded one. My house has concrete walls and ceilings so this one is pretty useful.

(https://tweakers.net/ext/f/Nuzv5Xn6qFNcfVMK2ImHP9tI/full.jpg)
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: MadPlumbarian on October 11, 2018, 05:19:54 PM
Besides the new cordless set, I forgot I do have a simple corded, a drywall, and a very big hammer drill like Reinier’s but a dewalt out in the garage,
JR
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: jzmtl on October 12, 2018, 03:02:36 PM
These are mine. Three 10.8V cordless drills (the current models are marketed as 12V but are basically identical). One of them is an impact driver. I really like these small machines, they are very light but still plenty powerful for most of the jobs. But to be honest I've been thinking about adding a couple of 18V machines.

(https://tweakers.net/ext/f/ZG7RlH8aSJzGwi4689k2orTV/full.jpg)

I've had that drill and impact driver for years and almost always reaches for them over the 18v ones. They are surprisingly powerful, even drive 3 inch screws easily (although battery runs down quickly). I only go for the 18v when I need to drive more than a few, or bigger holes than a standard twist drill bit, or change my tires.

Most people would be well served by a set of 12v brushless drill/impact driver.
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Reinier on October 12, 2018, 05:37:05 PM
The impact driver is not powerful enough for these things though: https://www.toolstation.nl/shop/Screws+%26+Fixings/d90/Plugs/sd2040/Fischer+SXR+T+kozijnpluggen/p59898?lnjs=nl&p=59898&sd=2040&d=2040
I always need to use the corded hammer drill for those instead. Which is not really recommended.
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: jzmtl on October 12, 2018, 09:50:04 PM
The impact driver is not powerful enough for these things though: https://www.toolstation.nl/shop/Screws+%26+Fixings/d90/Plugs/sd2040/Fischer+SXR+T+kozijnpluggen/p59898?lnjs=nl&p=59898&sd=2040&d=2040
I always need to use the corded hammer drill for those instead. Which is not really recommended.

That's surprising to hear, the 12v impact driver should have more torque than most drills.

But the 18v brushless impact driver will be able to handle any screw you have.
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: ezdog on October 13, 2018, 04:32:35 PM
I have and use many,many drills but this might be my favorite of all time in the end?

Milwaukee D-Handle with 30 degree extension.
It is corded but the cord is detached here and I have 25' and 50' cordsets for it.
This can drive a 4" Auger or 6' or almost any bit through wood with almost no effort at all as the torque is eaten by the extension pretty much.this hardly feels nails and rarely stops for them either.
Also I do not need a ladder to drill Joists many times or to hit my knees for plates or horizontal runs.

Overall just an amazing drill.

The Stud Buster!

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Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: SteveC on October 13, 2018, 06:40:25 PM
That is a sweet drill !    :like:
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: SteveC on October 13, 2018, 06:50:35 PM
Here is the Bosch that is my main go to these days. I like that it has enough room in the case for lots of extra bits and even a small drill bit case.

Next is a off brand hammer drill since I don't use one very often it works just fine

Next is a vintage Sears pistol drill that I picked up at a garage sale. Quite heavy but still works great

Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: twiliter on October 14, 2018, 12:39:26 PM
Late 90's DeWalt DC727 on it's second motor and umpteenth battery.  :salute:
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: twiliter on October 14, 2018, 12:49:15 PM
And early 90's Craftsman 1/2" for the heavy duty stuff.  :salute:
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Fuzzbucket on October 14, 2018, 01:14:34 PM
Late 90's DeWalt DC727 on it's second motor and umpteenth battery.  :salute:

I liked the 90s dewalts - they were the epitome (epitome, is that the right word?) of cool back then.  :tu: I bet that chuck's annoying though, it looks like a dropper!?
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: twiliter on October 14, 2018, 01:21:03 PM
Late 90's DeWalt DC727 on it's second motor and umpteenth battery.  :salute:

I liked the 90s dewalts - they were the epitome (epitome, is that the right word?) of cool back then.  :tu: I bet that chuck's annoying though, it looks like a dropper!?

I don't use the DeWalt chuck very often, it's keyless but I use the hex adapter mostly. The adapter is a Kreg, it works well.  :tu:

The chuck on the 1/2" drill is a monster, I've had to hammer on the key a few times.  :facepalm:
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Fuzzbucket on October 14, 2018, 01:24:19 PM
Late 90's DeWalt DC727 on it's second motor and umpteenth battery.  :salute:

I liked the 90s dewalts - they were the epitome (epitome, is that the right word?) of cool back then.  :tu: I bet that chuck's annoying though, it looks like a dropper!?

I don't use the DeWalt chuck very often, it's keyless but I use the hex adapter mostly. The adapter is a Kreg, it works well.  :tu:

The chuck on the 1/2" drill is a monster, I've had to hammer on the key a few times.  :facepalm:

Nothing wrong with a bit of persuasion!  :tu:
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: twiliter on October 14, 2018, 01:34:22 PM
Late 90's DeWalt DC727 on it's second motor and umpteenth battery.  :salute:

I liked the 90s dewalts - they were the epitome (epitome, is that the right word?) of cool back then.  :tu: I bet that chuck's annoying though, it looks like a dropper!?

I don't use the DeWalt chuck very often, it's keyless but I use the hex adapter mostly. The adapter is a Kreg, it works well.  :tu:

The chuck on the 1/2" drill is a monster, I've had to hammer on the key a few times.  :facepalm:

Nothing wrong with a bit of persuasion!  :tu:

I don't mind being rough with this drill, it's put the hurt on me more than once ripping out of my hand...  >:D
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Reinier on October 15, 2018, 08:01:14 PM
This is my latest drill, it's a Bosch drill press (wrong color, green instead of blue ;) ). It's supposed to be pretty good for its price (I got a great deal on Amazon):

(https://tweakers.net/ext/f/Td6OJAzV6wI5mskxMJofNaAo/full.jpg)
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Grant Lamontagne on October 15, 2018, 10:41:10 PM
That's awesome!  I have been wanting a drill press for years but never really got around to pulling the trigger.  I have my eye on one on Amazon too...  :facepalm:

Is that 8 or 10 inches?

Def
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: MadPlumbarian on October 15, 2018, 11:39:46 PM
That's awesome!  I have been wanting a drill press for years but never really got around to pulling the trigger.  I have my eye on one on Amazon too...  :facepalm:

Is that 8 or 10 inches?

Def
Get one of those setups that use a standard drill, I had one back in the day, they ain’t the best but still work..
JR
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Grant Lamontagne on October 16, 2018, 12:25:30 AM
I thought about that but I figure if I'm going to get one I'll get a dedicated one.  I hate universal things that only sort of fit everything.

The only benefit I see with that kind of setup is the ability to use it wherever with a cordless drill, but then I want a drill press for drilling things that my cordless won't do as well.  That means I'd have to use my corded DeWalt in it, and if it isn't portable then I might as well have a dedicated one.

Def
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: gerleatherberman on October 16, 2018, 12:33:17 AM
Some very interesting and well-loved drills in this thread. :like:

Post 1/2
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: gerleatherberman on October 16, 2018, 12:34:18 AM
Post 2/2.
I often use rotary tools for drilling holes at high speed in wood. :)
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Grant Lamontagne on October 16, 2018, 01:27:39 AM
Love that big drill press! 

The more they look like a droid from Star Wars the cooler they are IMHO!

Def
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: gerleatherberman on October 16, 2018, 02:44:37 AM
Thank you, Boss!
Indeed, the more droid-like, the better.  :cheers:

As soon as my tendon heals, I'll be bringing home my floor height drill press, which is quite droid-like.  :)
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: hiraethus on October 16, 2018, 11:19:34 AM
This is my latest drill, it's a Bosch drill press (wrong color, green instead of blue ;) ). It's supposed to be pretty good for its price (I got a great deal on Amazon):

(https://tweakers.net/ext/f/Td6OJAzV6wI5mskxMJofNaAo/full.jpg)

Nice.  Like the idea of having no belts to faff with.  Is it a brushless motor?  Does the whole head move up and down with the handwheel?
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: ddogu on October 16, 2018, 10:40:48 PM
With the success of the non-multitool thread I decided to try again, and include the one power tool that I feel like everyone needs.

(http://gallery.multitool.org/var/resizes/Miscellaneous/Hand-Tools/Black-and-Decker-Drill/Black%20and%20Decker%20Drill%20%281%29.jpg?m=1508939525)

I actually have four drills, but this Black & Decker light duty 12V Lithium rechargeable drill is the only one that has made it to Ottawa.  I also have two Kawasaki cordless drills and a DeWalt corded drill that does most of the heavy work.  I used to prefer cordless drills for the convenience of not having to find a plug or run an extension cord, but it seemed like every time I went to use a cordless, it had 5 minutes of power and then died.   :facepalm:

As much as I prefer a corded drill for heavy jobs, I have to say I have put a lot of miles on this little Black & Decker and I haven't been disappointed.  I do bigger jobs with it than I am sure it was designed for, but then this is the kind of thing I do.   :facepalm:

(http://gallery.multitool.org/var/resizes/Miscellaneous/Hand-Tools/Black-and-Decker-Drill/Black%20and%20Decker%20Drill%20%282%29.jpg?m=1508939513)

Despite being a small drill it has many of the features found in larger drills, like the adjustable torque settings and the built in LED light for illuminating your workspace.

(http://gallery.multitool.org/var/resizes/Miscellaneous/Hand-Tools/Black-and-Decker-Drill/Black%20and%20Decker%20Drill%20%285%29.jpg?m=1508939525)

I think I paid around $30 for this little drill and I believe it was well worth the money.  It's a few years old now, and still going strong.

(http://gallery.multitool.org/var/resizes/Miscellaneous/Hand-Tools/Black-and-Decker-Drill/Black%20and%20Decker%20Drill%20%283%29.jpg?m=1508939525)

What drill(s) are you using?

Def

I have the same drill but am disappointed with it  :( I'm not sure whether it is the batteries of the electronics inside (though I keep having the same issue with a new battery as well, so it seems it's an electronics issue), the thing is the drill simply does not revolve *sometimes*. I press the button, the LED lights up but the motor stays still. The only remedy is removing and reattaching the battery. I opened it up countless times, cleaned it, looked for any debris etc inside, it's all clean in there. Not a big problem but it's quite annoying :-/

My next cordless drill won't be Black&Decker, that much I know.

The main drill I use is a corded Bosch. I wish I had bought a blue-series drill (i.e. the pro series) because the chuck of this drill has a plastic shell and is already quite worn off because of being used in tight spaces (friction to the wall etc). Also, there is some "grinding feeling" every now and then when I tighten it. The ball bearing could be damaged somehow, not sure.

The previous drill I used for ages was again a Bosch with a metal chuck and it has been as reliable as a train engine :) Maybe the product quality changed recently? Dunno.
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Reinier on October 16, 2018, 10:55:47 PM
This is my latest drill, it's a Bosch drill press (wrong color, green instead of blue ;) ). It's supposed to be pretty good for its price (I got a great deal on Amazon):

(https://tweakers.net/ext/f/Td6OJAzV6wI5mskxMJofNaAo/full.jpg)

Nice.  Like the idea of having no belts to faff with.  Is it a brushless motor?  Does the whole head move up and down with the handwheel?

The whole thing moves up and down. The motor is not brushless but the variable speed control and lcd screen are quite nice :)
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Grant Lamontagne on October 18, 2018, 12:40:16 AM
Sorry to hear the Black and Decker drill isn't working for you!  I use mine a lot harder than it is designed for and I haven't had a problem with mine.  I don't know if I got lucky or if you got unlucky.  I know that I have used mine on jobs that were way too big for such a tiny drill and it is still going strong.  It was also pretty cheap, so I really don't worry too much if it burns out.

Def
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: MadPlumbarian on October 18, 2018, 01:54:02 AM
My two 14v dewalt drills died, I think are still good I just think the batteries just died, they just didn’t get used for so long they wont keep a charge..
JR
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Grant Lamontagne on October 18, 2018, 12:34:22 PM
And that's the problem with cordless tools- unless you use them regularly the batteries crap out.  And, if you do use them often then the batteries wear out, but at least you get the use out of them before they crap out.

Mind you a corded drill from the 50's is still chugging along with no problems at all, despite only being used rarely because it weighs a ton.

Def
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: MadPlumbarian on October 18, 2018, 05:09:09 PM
Yup, so true.
Back in the day we had a guy who had a all stainless steel reciprocating saw, that thing had to be totally 50’s, and it worked like new! I told the guy, dude you so have to write the company, they’d probably buy it and give you a new one so they could put it in a museum!
JR
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Grant Lamontagne on October 18, 2018, 06:45:28 PM
I doubt it- there are so many of those old chrome steel tools out there still working just as good as the day they were made.  Have a look at any pawn shop and you'll see them there!

Def
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: MadPlumbarian on October 18, 2018, 08:18:48 PM
Oh yeah I know, I was busting the old mans stones telling him it’s time for a new one..
JR
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: WoodsDuck on October 18, 2018, 09:52:18 PM
Oh yeah I know, I was busting the old mans stones telling him it’s time for a new one..
JR

Even Indie agrees!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-abUtRbUS_U
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: ezdog on October 19, 2018, 12:58:59 AM
And that's the problem with cordless tools- unless you use them regularly the batteries crap out.  And, if you do use them often then the batteries wear out, but at least you get the use out of them before they crap out.

Mind you a corded drill from the 50's is still chugging along with no problems at all, despite only being used rarely because it weighs a ton.

Def

Again and not to be the broken record here but if you really have not tried any newer than 10 years then you are in for a huge surprise!
Batteries are not the same as back then and do not suffer the same issues that non-use caused in NiMh models of that era.

New batteries have computer management inside and they really do monitor and supervise the battery condition to avoid bad charging habits killing them before their time.
Lithium Batteries also do not suffer degradation from sitting unused and can not be over discharged usually either.

The new batteries are also so much more powerful yet lighter weight it is unbelievable really.

Please try something new and high quality before deciding or spreading the same advice about batteries from before.
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Grant Lamontagne on October 19, 2018, 02:31:41 AM
I am sure I will sooner or later.  You just can't argue with the convenience of a cordless drill.

Def
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: hiraethus on November 16, 2018, 03:45:46 PM
Was clearing up in the garage, thought I'd take a couple of pics of my drills
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4824/32036718068_f8ba243649_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/QNYy95)
Bosch corded non-hammer, Bosch SDS, B&D cordless and a baby Makita

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4838/32036717928_d693ce4b17_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/QNYy6E)
Axminster pillar drill
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Reinier on November 16, 2018, 03:53:05 PM
This is my latest drill:

(https://tweakers.net/ext/f/ZEOAqtrh18bPFkMSAIGWG7rq/full.jpg)

Bosch GSR-18V 60 C with all kinds of extras (drill bits, driver bits and an L-Boxx full of Wiha tools).

First world problem: I use IKEA PAX wardrobes to store my L-Boxxes. And with these three I ran out of space. I had to buy an extra wardrobe :P
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Reinier on November 16, 2018, 04:20:40 PM
(https://tweakers.net/ext/f/wWa6qRmAq1lO15HyavjUUxf4/full.jpg)
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: SteveC on November 16, 2018, 10:43:22 PM
 :like:
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: papadan on November 19, 2018, 03:41:47 AM
Here it is...The latest and Greatest drill ever invented.


Made by the fabulous Skill Corp. of Chicago, Il. Made in the USA. This new drill is double insulated, Variable speed. It has a 3/8" chuck capacity and a side handle for stability. It has a new Polycarbonate housing that is guaranteed against breakage for life.

 This is it People, not just a drill, it's a drill / driver.

Got this at an auction today for $3.
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Reinier on November 19, 2018, 07:44:05 AM
Score!
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Smashie on November 19, 2018, 10:29:44 AM
(https://tweakers.net/ext/f/wWa6qRmAq1lO15HyavjUUxf4/full.jpg)

Holy balls that’s a lot of sortimo/L-Boxx’s, very impressive


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Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Grant Lamontagne on November 19, 2018, 01:06:28 PM
Dan, that's an amazing find on a great drill!  That thing looks bulletproof!

Reinier, I love that setup!  I would spend days organizing and setting things up like that, then two days later there would be bits and pieces all over the place, something leaking from each of the top shelves and a small fire burning away in a corner....   :facepalm:

Def
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Reinier on November 19, 2018, 02:14:14 PM
:D
You know, except for the small fire it's not that different actually. Many of those boxes contain all kinds of miscellaneous stuff. All power tools are in their own L-Boxxes though.
And the shelves to the left of those cabinets are really full of junk: hand tools like block planes, chisels, saws, pencils, squares and such, but also camping gear, random household items, buckets, garden tools and the occasional small piece of furniture. It's such a mess just looking at it makes me sad :P

I'm currently building a workbench and tool wall, so things will hopefully be more organized in the near future.
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: glenfiddich1983 on November 19, 2018, 04:13:45 PM
This is my latest drill, it's a Bosch drill press (wrong color, green instead of blue ;) ). It's supposed to be pretty good for its price (I got a great deal on Amazon):

(https://tweakers.net/ext/f/Td6OJAzV6wI5mskxMJofNaAo/full.jpg)

Bought me one of those Bosch drill presses as well today, Amazon has a great deal on this drill today  :D
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Reinier on November 19, 2018, 04:15:55 PM
This is my latest drill, it's a Bosch drill press (wrong color, green instead of blue ;) ). It's supposed to be pretty good for its price (I got a great deal on Amazon):

(https://tweakers.net/ext/f/Td6OJAzV6wI5mskxMJofNaAo/full.jpg)

Bought me one of those Bosch drill presses as well today, Amazon has a great deal on this drill today  :D

Yes, you pad a bit less than me (I just read about it on that other forum ;) ).
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: glenfiddich1983 on November 19, 2018, 04:17:44 PM
This is my latest drill, it's a Bosch drill press (wrong color, green instead of blue ;) ). It's supposed to be pretty good for its price (I got a great deal on Amazon):

(https://tweakers.net/ext/f/Td6OJAzV6wI5mskxMJofNaAo/full.jpg)

Bought me one of those Bosch drill presses as well today, Amazon has a great deal on this drill today  :D

Yes, you pad a bit less than me (I just read about it on that other forum ;) ).

 :cheers:
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: pfrsantos on December 04, 2018, 06:02:15 PM
Anyone got one of these?

(http://cdn.goodshomedesign.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/drill-gun-power-screwdriver-2.jpg)
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Reinier on December 04, 2018, 06:26:47 PM
Anyone got one of these?

(http://cdn.goodshomedesign.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/drill-gun-power-screwdriver-2.jpg)

Not me. Why would anyone like that :think:
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Reinier on December 04, 2018, 06:32:04 PM
Anyone got one of these?

(http://cdn.goodshomedesign.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/drill-gun-power-screwdriver-2.jpg)

Why would anyone like that :think:

That's what she said!
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Reinier on December 04, 2018, 06:32:58 PM
My latest drill. Basically the FlexiClick version of my other 18V Bosch:

(https://tweakers.net/ext/f/EyTo3Z2WTZnEJWQwHNF3GQKc/full.jpg)
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: glenfiddich1983 on December 04, 2018, 07:24:09 PM
Anyone got one of these?

(http://cdn.goodshomedesign.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/drill-gun-power-screwdriver-2.jpg)

 :rofl:  :facepalm:
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: ezdog on December 04, 2018, 09:17:37 PM
My latest drill. Basically the FlexiClick version of my other 18V Bosch:

(https://tweakers.net/ext/f/EyTo3Z2WTZnEJWQwHNF3GQKc/full.jpg)
Is this the Drill/Impact that converts to both?

I saw them pretty cheap here but it seemed kind of Gimmicky too?

That and all I need is to start another battery system!
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Reinier on December 11, 2018, 12:34:06 PM
Kind of, it's not an impact driver but one of the FlexiClick accessories converts it into a hammer drill (mechanical, not pneumatic).
Pretty cheap... well they are not, at least here in the EU :)

I just wanted a second 18V drill/driver, the add-on tools are just a bonus.
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: cody6268 on February 10, 2019, 03:02:45 AM
These are the two of mine that see the most use.

Miller's Falls 2-A from the 1950s (which is what I actually usually use drilling holes, and it can also store a ton of small bits in the handle) and a Hitachi DV16VSS 5/8 corded impact drill.

The Millers Falls has been here probably since new (and was likely used to build the place by the family who lived here before my folks moved to here in 1969), while the Hitachi was bought new by me in 2018. A former display model, I got it for half off in the Spring. Sold as is, with no accessories; but there's one thing I recommend everyone do when they see a display model. Ask whoever is in charge of tools to check for the packaging which contains the case, manuals, and all accessories/tools.   In my case, it was there, in storage above the power tool display.


(https://i.imgur.com/3KAUmCT.jpg)
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Grant Lamontagne on February 23, 2019, 03:25:41 PM
Those are some pretty sweet drills you have there!

That's a cordless drill I can really get behind!  :D  Does it see much use? 

Def
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: cody6268 on February 24, 2019, 03:25:36 AM
Those are some pretty sweet drills you have there!

That's a cordless drill I can really get behind!  :D  Does it see much use? 

Def

Pretty much every time I put in a screw to hang a photo, certificate, or small shelf. Which equates to about every other week.  My grandparents like using powered impacts, but I've noticed those things have a habit of tearing up screws.  Usually I drill them with the Millers Falls; then use a regular screwdriver to put them in. The day I took the photo, I ended up using the Hitachi to put in the screws due to the section of wall I put the vacuum anchor in being fairly hard.  And not to mention, the bits I'm using are from Canadian Tire, and quite cheap (somehow, they ended up in a discount store here in my hometown) and it still works great with them.
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Max Stone on February 24, 2019, 11:53:17 AM
Here’s my go-to cordless for any heavy-duty work. DeWalt XR 796 brushless. Powerful enough (70Nm) for most DIY work around the house.

But my favorite is the cordless Metabo PowerMaxx BS. It’s one of the more powerful compact units and kicks out 34Nm torque which matches some full-size models. A nice feature is that you can remove the chuck and the spindle is a magnetized hex for taking standard bits making it super compact. I use this chap for almost everything other than hammer drill use.  :tu:
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: cody6268 on February 26, 2019, 03:26:15 AM
My grandfather's Hitachi WH-10DFL cordless driver.  It came in a set with a carry bag and a DS-10DFL driver. There is an "R" engraving somewhere on it, I think it was refurbished. He got it for Christmas one year. It's seen a lot of use around the farm, and my grandmother uses it a lot around the house for DIY projects, thus all the paint spatter.   

(https://i.imgur.com/pXaxljs.jpg)
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Max Stone on February 26, 2019, 05:59:49 AM
Nice!  :like:

Hitachi is a very good brand. There is a name change – or should I say “changes” - happening in Europe already: the Hitachi Power Tools name will become HiKoki – a derivative of Hitachi Koki Company's new name (Koki Holdings).

Not sure I like the new name  :dunno:
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: cody6268 on March 01, 2019, 01:48:43 AM
Nice!  :like:

Hitachi is a very good brand. There is a name change – or should I say “changes” - happening in Europe already: the Hitachi Power Tools name will become HiKoki – a derivative of Hitachi Koki Company's new name (Koki Holdings).

Not sure I like the new name  :dunno:

Agreed. The new name sounds stupid. Apparently, Hitachi's power tool division was spun off in 2017, almost two years ago now.

https://toolguyd.com/hitachi-power-tools-and-metabo-bought-by-usa-based-kkr-private-equity-firm/
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: cody6268 on April 13, 2019, 02:43:57 AM
1980s Craftsman. According to my research, this was made by Ryobi in their sole USA plant in Indiana. Not  Black and Decker, oddly.

It was my first electric drill--I found it in the basement, and Granddad gave it to me. Cord is shot--I found a disassembled Black and Decker in the basement with a great cord on it--just don't know if it will work or not.  Because of the cord, I retired it as soon as I bought the 5/8 Hitachi this time last year.

(https://i.imgur.com/OeSUQJl.jpg)

Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: MadPlumbarian on April 13, 2019, 03:37:14 AM
Dang, an oldie but goodie!
JR
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Max Stone on April 13, 2019, 07:10:02 AM
It deserves a new life cody. Lots of people remember the quality of the Craftsman US-built tools that disappeared even before B&D took over the brand. Someone on the board probably even has a 1980 Sears catalog with the listing?  :like:
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Mike 56 on April 28, 2019, 09:34:05 AM
Anyone that is still driving screws with drill do yourself a favor buy a cordless 1/4 impact even a cheap one.  It will be life-changing. I'm pretty tight-fisted If mine burned tomorrow I would replace it with a new Dewalt I would not even think about it. It is my most used tool.   
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: ezdog on April 28, 2019, 03:07:24 PM
Anyone that is still driving screws with drill do yourself a favor buy a cordless 1/4 impact even a cheap one.  It will be life-changing. I'm pretty tight-fisted If mine burned tomorrow I would replace it with a new Dewalt I would not even think about it. It is my most used tool.   

Am Impact Driver is hardly the correct tool to drive all screws though I see guys using them for everything all day long too?
They are great for a lot of driving but hardly the solution that many use them for unless you are a Caveman.

I find more things broken or mauled since the Impact became so common than ever before.

There are still a lot of advantages to a normal variable speed drill or even more so a near variable speed wrist & hand!

Depends on the job doesn't it?
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Mike 56 on May 02, 2019, 06:45:36 AM
Dude lets agree to disagree. I'll take an impact driver over a drill. I used a boat anchor DeWalt 18 volt for years and liked it. Modern drills have torque settings that work fine if you remember to set them. I have a nice modern DeWalt 20 volt drill I like it for drilling holes. An impact is more balanced for driving screws because that's what it was made for. An impact with a good three inch bit so you can see what you are doing has a much smaller learning curve than a drill they are not on and off at least mine isn't it is variable speed you just bump up smaller screws until you hear the impact and you are done. My Nephew is a general contractor a few years ago we remodeled the house we were living in. I used an impact to R and R kitchen cabinet hardware, install door stops, door handles, light fixtures. We gutted the condo we bought down to the sheetrock. I used an Impact to install all new switches, plugs, small sheetrock patches, kitchen cabinets, all new windows, sliding glass door, french doors, wall hung TVs. You get the idea. My son in law is a mechanic all he uses battery impacts and ratchets most everything.           
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: Mike 56 on May 02, 2019, 07:00:05 AM
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Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: MrMckay on May 25, 2019, 07:00:18 PM
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Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: comis on May 27, 2019, 05:56:59 PM
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MrMckay, how is Makita variable speed drill working with the 3Ah battery?  Does it do most jobs you ask it to?
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: MrMckay on May 27, 2019, 08:18:07 PM
MrMckay, how is Makita variable speed drill working with the 3Ah battery?  Does it do most jobs you ask it to?
I am very happy with it. I'm thinking of upgrading to 5ah but people say they're extremely heavy for all day work.

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Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: ezdog on May 27, 2019, 08:22:41 PM
The Makita are a BEAST I think and they are smooth at the same time.

I run Milwaukee and Makita all day long and there is no real extra power with the bigger batteries just longer run time.
I also carry a so called 20v Dewalt and it is not nearly as powerful as the Red or Green but the charger is tiny and I have tiny batteries for it and it all fits easily in my "First In" bag so it gets the call on every job unless I need more power.

I drill with 6' long bits and hole saws a lot and they eat through wood like a powered drill on a fresh battery.

I do wish the Makita Chargers were smaller but OI can't have it all evidently.
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: comis on May 28, 2019, 04:47:21 AM
I am very happy with it. I'm thinking of upgrading to 5ah but people say they're extremely heavy for all day work.

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The Makita are a BEAST I think and they are smooth at the same time.

I run Milwaukee and Makita all day long and there is no real extra power with the bigger batteries just longer run time.
I also carry a so called 20v Dewalt and it is not nearly as powerful as the Red or Green but the charger is tiny and I have tiny batteries for it and it all fits easily in my "First In" bag so it gets the call on every job unless I need more power.

I drill with 6' long bits and hole saws a lot and they eat through wood like a powered drill on a fresh battery.

I do wish the Makita Chargers were smaller but OI can't have it all evidently.

Thank you guys!  I was wondering any added benefit of having a larger capacity battery, and those info are useful! :cheers:
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: MrMckay on May 28, 2019, 10:21:24 PM
O after a couple of jobs in a rental I own today I'm thinking of a 10v drill driver. The kind with the 1/4 inch chuck. Torque settings are a must. I've been looking at the older style makita version. Any suggestions?
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: ezdog on May 28, 2019, 10:54:11 PM
I probably use my 12v Milwaukee Screwdriver as much as anything else in the end.
The versions with the 1/4 chuck are you saying that has a regular tiny chuck or a chuck for driver bits directly?

I have the Makita,Dewalt,Rigid,Ryobi,Bosch and Milwaukee in 12v and the Milwaukee is easily the best one of the bunch.
Unlike the 18v the Makita is just sort of wimpy and I think the Bosch is actually the same tool as the Milwaukee and I am pretty sure the batteries could be easily modded to work between them too.
So they are interchangeable to me in case you find a Bosch deal out there?
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: MrMckay on May 28, 2019, 11:03:12 PM
I probably use my 12v Milwaukee Screwdriver as much as anything else in the end.
The versions with the 1/4 chuck are you saying that has a regular tiny chuck or a chuck for driver bits directly?

I have the Makita,Dewalt,Rigid,Ryobi,Bosch and Milwaukee in 12v and the Milwaukee is easily the best one of the bunch.
Unlike the 18v the Makita is just sort of wimpy and I think the Bosch is actually the same tool as the Milwaukee and I am pretty sure the batteries could be easily modded to work between them too.
So they are interchangeable to me in case you find a Bosch deal out there?
so stay away from the makita 10v? Yeah the kind the bits fit into
Title: Re: Show me your drills
Post by: ezdog on May 28, 2019, 11:54:41 PM
so stay away from the makita 10v? Yeah the kind the bits fit into
They may be different than the ones we have here though too?
YMMV as they say


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