Replacing my old Dewalt corded drill

[Jeff]

After 19 years my old faithful Dewalt corded drill has gone to drill heaven. So in my search for a new drill I see too much 'quirky' technology. Too many extras that will break.

So I handled this new Milwaukee 3/8" drill. It's a very no nonsense get-the-job-done kind of drill. The twin finger trigger is a bit different to get used to. I can get it for $70 incl. shipping.

Any thoughts?

 

[OccupantRJ]

What's wrong with a new Dewalt?

 

[Merkava_4]

Is that Milwaukee the one with the removable cord? That's a cleaver set-up they have there. The model I like the best is 600 RPM model, but they're harder to to find and they're never discounted.

Nevermind ... I see you're talking about 3/8" drive ...

 

[mikeweb]

I own a Bosch li-ion 18v drill, impact driver and hammer drill.. couldn't be happier

 

[Davefr]

After 19 years my old faithful Dewalt corded drill has gone to drill heaven. So in my search for a new drill I see too much 'quirky' technology. Too many extras that will break.

So I handled this new Milwaukee 3/8" drill. It's a very no nonsense get-the-job-done kind of drill. The twin finger trigger is a bit different to get used to. I can get it for $70 incl. shipping.

Any thoughts?

The classic corded style Milwaukee electric drills are unbeatable. I've taken them apart and they're built like tanks.

 

[Mickey O]

I'd look for a NOS or lightly used older US made Milwaukee or B&D Professional (Cman Pro).

 

[Scout Driver]

Milwaukee drills are the only ones that I have seen that can really withstand high-school shop class abuse! Not saying that you will abuse the tool by any means, but I just think its a great indication of the quality. On the farm we use the De-Walt cordless drills and rely on Milwaukee corded drills and have had great experience with them!

Scott

 

[ron350]

Sharkin which model Milwaukee 3/8" drill are you looking at?

If you posted a link above my computer can’t see it.

Thanks
Ron.

 

[lynam]

http://www.makitapowertoolsonline.com/

 

[never enuf time]

Whats wrong with your DeWalt drill ? You can get new brushes or switch.
Most new drills aren't going to be built as well as the one you have. I would look on Ebay for a lightly used DeWalt,Milwaukee, or Porter Cable

 

[evintho]

Keep an eye on craigslist. Garage sales too. Dirt cheap. As stated, Milwaukee's are built like tanks! Picked up this hammer drill for $10 at a garage sale and cleaned it up. Works like a charm!

 

[Jeff]

This is the new Milwaukee I'm looking at: http://www.milwaukeetool.com/ProductDetail.aspx?ProductId=0240-20&CategoryName=New+Products+and+Offers

My old Dewalt can be repaired but the parts alone would be almost $60 with shipping.

 

[BWright]

I'd look for a NOS or lightly used older US made Milwaukee or B&D Professional (Cman Pro).

B&D professional? Wouldn't that be Dewalt?

 

[TheGrooveking]

Keep an eye on craigslist. Garage sales too. Dirt cheap. As stated, Milwaukee's are built like tanks! Picked up this hammer drill for $10 at a garage sale and cleaned it up. Works like a charm!

You ****! $10, man that was steal!

TheGrooveking

 

[the spyder]

I just grabbed a Milwaukee Magnum 1/2 off ebay for $19+ 10 shipping. Made in USA and a great drill.

 

[Jeff]

I just grabbed a Milwaukee Magnum 1/2 off ebay for $19+ 10 shipping. Made in USA and a great drill.

That was a great deal. eBay still makes me leery when it comes to power tools though.

 

[Az Scooter]

I have given up corded drills, for all practical purposes. In fact, I have a 3/8 dewalt sitting on a shelf in my shop that has not even been used yet. I use a Hitachi 18 volt Li-ion for nearly everything. It is definitely the way to go.

 

[Snap50]

Is that Milwaukee the one with the removable cord? That's a cleaver set-up they have there. The model I like the best is 600 RPM model, but they're harder to to find and they're never discounted.

Nevermind ... I see you're talking about 3/8" drive ...

I love my removable cord. Saves sending the tool in when the cord kinks or breaks at the handle.

 

[FNFS2000]

Don't touch a new dewalt, your a user of their old stuff and would be mortified with their new junk. Milwaukee should be a small step up from the new yellow black and decker stuff.

 

[wyndycity]

This is the new Milwaukee I'm looking at: http://www.milwaukeetool.com/ProductDetail.aspx?ProductId=0240-20&CategoryName=New+Products+and+Offers

My old Dewalt can be repaired but the parts alone would be almost $60 with shipping.

That Milwaukee you're looking at looks like a beefy drill at 8.0 amps. I always like to consider amperage as a factor in my drill purchases. The higher the better.

I have a 8 amp 1/2" Milwaukee and the torque can damn near rip your arms off if not being careful....I love it!

 

[Monte]

get one of these... pretty nice drill....and made in USA

 

[logical]

just what the heck is that safety symbol telling me not to do???????????

 

[Monte]

just what the heck is that safety symbol telling me not to do???????????

not to take my drill !!!

otherwise serious health problems could occur !!

 

[Mickey O]

B&D professional? Wouldn't that be Dewalt?

No, that was before DeWalt, back in the 80's, I have a few and I was at an estate sale 2 or 3 weeks ago (the place I got the hammers) that had dozens and dozens of old cman pro and B&D pro tools. I'd have bought some but I think I have enough to last me the rest of my life. They were/are excellent power tools. Probably should have picked up a large drill to use as a mixer.

 

[sberry]

I just grabbed a Milwaukee Magnum 1/2 off ebay for $19+ 10 shipping. Made in USA and a great drill.

Yes, I have 2, since use cordless but for corded they are the ticket, I would want 1/2 chuck too.

 

[Flathead Youngin']

i have a couple of porter cables at work, i believe they are on par with the milwaukees......

the milwaukees are just so smooth and precise.....i mainly have dewalt stuff buy my milwaukee stuff is better in some cases....