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Makita DA391DWD 3/8-Inch Cordless Angle Drill Kit
9.6V, 3/8" Cordless Angle Drill Kit, Variable Speed 0 - 800 RPM For Pinpoint Hole Positioning, Ideal For Close Quarter Drilling & Driving, Measures Only 4-1/2" From Tip Of Chuck To Widest Portion Of The Tool Body, Keyless Chuck For Fast & Easy Bit Installation, Well Balanced & Lightweight 2.9 LB For Easy Maneuverability, Overload Protector Helps Prevent Motor Burnout, Includes Battery, Charger, Keyless Chuck & Plastic Tool Case.
This Makita 3/8-Inch Cordless Angle Drill Kit is ideal for close-quarter drilling or driving, measuring only 4-1/2 inches from the tip of chuck to widest portion of tool body. It features variable speed (0 to 800 rpm) for controlled driving and pinpoint hole positioning, with a maximum tightening torque of 43.4-inch /pounds. It has a conveniently located reversing switch for easy screw removal, a keyless chuck for faster and easier bit installation and removal, and an electric brake to stop the chuck quickly. The kit comes with a 9.6-volt battery, charger, and high-impact case and weighs only 2.9 pounds. What's in the Box
Drill kit, 9.6-volt battery, charger, and high-impact case.
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Makita DA391DWD 3/8-Inch Cordless Angle Drill Kit Reviews
The torque is exceptional, although the variable speed is sensitive. Minor issue; drill is still superior to most other brands as well. An immensely useful 'add-on' would be a small drill jig that keeps the drill square [or at a desired angle] to the work, since when you do require to drill in tight spaces, you probaly won't be able to get your head in close enough to 'eyeball' a square angle of the drill to the surface. In summation, you may only need to use it 5-10% of the time on given tasks or jobs, but it will be well worth the cost when you can't quite fit a standard drill into a small space to drill or screw. Once you get used to it, it's easy to live with.
You'll need to go real light on the trigger to engage at very low speed, such as 50-100 rpms, when putting a lot of torque on a screw, to keep from stripping the bit slot of the screw. Durability and comfort in hand are remakable, once you use it. The rotation direction is easily changed by thumb of trigger hand. Might be able to retrofit something though.
The charger base and carry case are of excellent build quality.
Works great for me. Mikita right angle drill is the one for the job. Try working in a tight spot on cabinet hinges.
It is a drill thus it isn't very conducive to driving screws but it can be done with a little care. Amazons listing is misleading. Not a bad price or product to get you out of a tight spot. I purchased this drill because it seemed like a good value since it was supposed to include a Ni-MH battery. It ships with a Ni-cd #632007-4. I've used the drill already and it was up to the task. A little disappointed with Amazon but the drill is still a quality product.
For the person who does a lot of heavy, stationary drilling, I would recommend a heavier, higher voltage drill, but the the professional on the move, this one is tough to beat. This is an excellent tool for those of us who repair furniture, set up beds, and other kinds of home furnishings. The shape and design allows it to get into the tight spaces, and the little guy is pretty tough. Whether screwing on drawer pulls, assembling waterbeds, or attaching pier walls, this is the best I have used.
Obviously, the newer kit version is preferred as you can add the higher capacity 2.6Ah NiMH 9.6V batteries and all other Makita packs up to 14.4V. However, the kit comes with the older 9.6V 1.3Ah NiCd battery pack (not the 2.6Ah NiMH implied by Amazon's listing title). Very recent versions of this kit come with the newer DC1414T charger that can handle both NiCd and NiMH battery packs. For tasks with limited access, this angle drill works quite well. It fits where my larger cordless tools won't go. Caveat emptor. Tool is more of a drill than a drill/driver. Kit originally came with the older DC9700 charger that can only handle NiCd battery packs.
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