quoting:
I am looking at a cordless Firestorm Drill - either the 12 or 14.4 V
models. (Yes, I'm aware of concerns about B&D reliability, but this
will be for light household project use (eg putting together a
sandbox)- probably once or twice/month - and the B&D factory store is
very convenient for me, whereas taking any other brand in for repair
would be very inconvenient). Also replacement batteries for B&D
models seem much more reasonable than other brands.

http://www.toolup.com/productinfo.as...K-2&Man=Dewalt

Dewalt is serviced by D&B, btw.


The 12 V model is lighter and is being offered in a great deal with a
laser level, but does not have the dual speed/torque range offered on
the 14.4 V model or the quick change chuck. I figure I can get a
quick change system to make up for the chuck, but obviously not the
speed range. I would appreciate comments on whether the low speed
range is worth the extra money for this kind of use. If I go for the
12 V model, will I regret not having the 0-400 rpm range for driving
screws?


http://www.toolup.com/productinfo.as...K-2&Man=Dewalt


Dewalt 9.6v is somewhat more powerful than firestorm 12v.

Firestorm 18v = Dewalt 12v

Firestorm = more weight