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I reach for this before I get out my 14.4v Dewalt cordless drill. The bit/chuck quick release system is universal so you can use bits for other manufacturers with no problems.I lost one of my batteries and I was thinking about buying 2 more batteries. Two new batteries will cost about $60. There is a Dewalt service center near me and I was super lucky to buy a HUGE set of bits and drill bits that fit this screwdriver for next to nothing. So for an $18.99 I get a 1-hour quick charger, a new case, and the screwdriver itself. I drill 1/4" holes with it with no problems. The motor has tons of power. I did the math and I decided to buy a second Dewalt screwdriver instead.
The battery life is also very respectable. I can usually do about three or four moderate projects around the house before I have to change the battery. Currently this screwdriver sells for $78.99. Don't buy extra batteries, buy extra screwdrivers.
The only con I can muster is I wish it would pivot closer to 90 degrees for comfort but that may be personal too. The unit may be a little heavy for some but when you are running 7.2 volts there has to be batteries somewhere.
My old craftsman had a rocker switch and a high and low speed switch. This seems a little boxy but once you start to use it you will love it.
Great power and comes with two batteries which charte in an hour so chances of you running out of power are low. This unit uses a variable speed trigger which works much more smoothly.
It took a little getting used to the direction selection which is located just below the pivot but that was more of a "Getting used to it" type of thing. I also like that the motor is enclosed in metal.
Over all if you want power and convienence this is an excellent buy.
I found this kit on Amazon for $72 with free S/H. It is the only drill I use, and I use it all the time. I already had this drill kit for about 3 years. This gives me a spare screwdriver unit, 2 new batteries, another case, AND ANOTHER CHARGER. I needed to get a new battery as 1 was starting to not hold a full charge. The actual Dewalt 7.2V batteries averaged about $32 each plus shipping. It was a NO BRAINER. This is a great kit, even greater at the price I paid.$72.
My dad had one and I loved it and have not ben dissipointed with the one I bought one because I loved it so much.
My old one built fences, screwed stuff together in my shop, and was always there, and worked. This is my second DW920K2. I'm no professional, but know that this is one fine household screwdriver. The old one still works fine, but the batteries were old, and needed replacement. For only a few dollars more I bought a new one. I even bought one for my Son in Law. The price is right, too.
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