[Shop-talk] homeowner/ shop guy cordless drill

[Joe Szwed]

To me the batteries are the expensive part, so I would look to see who may offer other tools you may like.  Once you have a couple batteries, you can add tools by buying them without batteries.  I started with the 18v Dewalt and since I do a fair amount of mechanical work I need a 1/2” impact.  The Dewalt 18v impact was a big disappointment for me.  I had heard a lot of good things about Milwaukee’s 18v impact and decided to try it, but being on the cheap side, what I did was buy a starter kit on sale at Homedepot with a battery and a charger.  Then I picked up a new in the box tool only 1/2” impact off eBay.  It worked out well enough for me that I have added other tools as needed.  I bought a 1/2” drill, sawzall, 4” disc grinder, multi tool, die grinder and I’m looking to add a circular saw and heat gun next.  I’ve paid anywhere from $100 to $170 ea for the tools I have added so far mostly from eBay or other online tool sales.

Joe

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