Rocky wrote:

My trusty 25yo B&D 2 speed hammer drill is on its last legs (
I've not kept up with technology in this dept. and would appreciate
recommendations for a replacement.
Would prefer mains voltage as opposed to cordless.
Used for general drilling, wood, metal, brick, block etc. Also occasionally
used with holes saws, flap wheels etc. Chuck must be min 1/2" (13mm)
Looking for quality & reliability.
Thanks

Nick.

there are several midrange quality brands to choose from, eg bosch,
skil, and various others.

I presume you dont want an SDS. These things turn granite into butter,
and chisel, lift tiles, chase and so on, but I wouldnt want to use mine
as a gneral purpose drill, its too big and heavy, the SDS bits are
pricey, and the SDS chuck doesnt take anything but SDS bits.


NT