Andy Kirkland wrote:
Hi,

I am after a new cordless drill. After a succession of crap
Aldi-esque drills that seize/gearbox failure/get stuck in hammer
action I am going to treat to myself to a proper drill.

The wish list:

- Budget - upto £200ish (preferably including 2 or more batteries)
- Interchangeable SDS and keyless chuck
- Decent manufacturer's warranty (1yr+)
- Reliable brand (Makita, DeWalt etc.) NO: Aldi, Wolf, Black and
Knacker etc.

What it will be used for:

- DIY!
- Mainly light masonary drilling. 5-8mm brick/stone/concrete.

What it won't be used for:

- Demolition work
- Big masonary work
- MFI flatpacks (unless for removal/destruction!)

Can anyone reccomend anything? I am a big fan of the SDS chuck for
masonary but still want the flexibility of being able to use standard
HSS/spade bits.

Am I looking for something that doesn't exist or can someone direct me
to the perfect bit of kit?

Alas no :-)

Cheapest cordless SDS I've seen of late (of decent brand) is the DeWalt &
around £250 c/w 2 batteries, but no keyless chuck.

Cordless SDS ain't not cheap.

I reckon you would be better off with a decent drill driver & a mains SDS.

Screwfix currently have a few blue Bosch drill drivers at good prices, or
the Site (made by Makita, 3 batteries) at £99.

Couple one of those with a corded SDS from Bosch/Makita at around £100 &
Robert is your fathers brother.


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Dave - The Medway Handyman
www.medwayhandyman.co.uk