"Monroe" wrote in message
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I've been looking for a cordles drill for some time. In addition to
the convenience of cordless for general household maintenance work,
I'd also like for it to be able to deal with woodworking chores
drilling up to 2x wood, screws for the same. Purely non-pro use
(i.e. light to periodic moderate use), but I'd like something more
than just a lightweight utility drill. Saying that, I'm seeing more
and more of "brand name" drill models of the 12V-14V size being
offered at extremely good prices. One such (Makita 6280D: 14.4V,
1.3Ahr, about 300-odd ft/lbs torque) has caught my eye in a local sale
flyer. Price is nice ($125 Cdn) but I know next to nothing about this
particular model/build series. Any user comments? Any comments in
general about the minimum I should be looking at? I have no other
cordless equipment here. For the most part, PC and Bosch corded
tools. But the convenience factor of the drill has finally nudged me
along enough to consider purchasing one.

thanks
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Monroe

I bought this package:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...lance&n=228013

I use the drill and driver for around the house and some woodworking but not
on a daily basis. I thought this was a pretty good deal considering you
get both a drill and an impact driver. I did find it cheaper elsewhere.
I find the batteries charge up faster than I can use them up (the package
comes with 2) so it's perfect for me. I'd love to have the latest and
greatest but just couldn't justify the extra expense of the Lithium Ion
stuff given my limited use of it.
Cheers,
cc