Saturday, June 5, 2010

Makita 458-HP2050F: Hammer Drills

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Tuesday, June 1, 2010

Makita 6260DWPE 9.6-Volt 3/8-Inch Cordless Drill/Driver Kit

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This 9.6-Volt 3/8in. driver-drill kit features a compact tool body and T-handle design that provides optimum balance and comfort. It has two speeds and Total Trigger Control for precise variable speed control. Max. Torque (in.-lbs.): 170, Volts: 9.6, Speed - No Load (RPM): 0-350/0-1100, Chuck Size (in.): 3/8, Keyless Chuck: Yes, Clutch Settings: 16, Reversible: Yes, Variable Speed: Yes, Side Handle: No, Battery Included: Yes (2), Charger Included: Yes, Case Included: Yes, Tool Weight (lbs.): 3.1
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- Makita 9.6-volt 3/8-inch cordless drill/driver kit out-performs most 12-volt models
- Delivers 212 in-pounds of pure torque power
- 2-speed gear selection provides both 0-350 RPM and 0-1,200 RPM
- Includes 2 9.6-volt Ni-Cd batteries, universal charger, keyless chuck and case
- 1-year limited warranty
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Customer Buzz
 "Great for small home improvement projects" 2009-09-14
By J. Rothe (Dallas, TX United States)
I got this for my new house and all the small projects around moving and such. It is great. It always has the power I need and the charge lasts a long time.

Customer Buzz
 "Cabinet shop workhorse" 2008-08-12
By S. Griffin (Victor, Idaho)
I now have 3 of these drills for my cabinet shop business, the oldest I purchased over 10 years ago. One has a square driver, one a philips driver and one a countersinker and those bits just stay in the drills. They are light, compact and plenty strong enough almost all drilling/driver jobs and last forever. The batteries last about 5 years of hard use, and because you can get the whole kit for under a hundred bucks, I often just by another drill when the batteries get tired.



The lightness and compact size is really nice when reaching in cabinets for hardware installation. I have also used them when building houses for screwing on sheetrock and metal roofing. I'm just not victim of the trend for bigger and bigger drills--unless you go lithium, a 14- 18 volt drill is a drag to haul around all day..



In the shop, I use electric plug in drills for heavy duty drilling--like 1/2 holes or pocket screw drills. Eventually I will get a couple 18 volt makita lithium drills and retire the corded, but thats not a cheap upgrade to do.



So 5 stars for these little drills. I certainly hope Makita keeps this line going.

Customer Buzz
 "Good buy, great quality." 2008-07-26
By J. Lidnenmuth
This drill is a great buy for light to medium duty use. Has high RPM and high torque for a 9.6v drill. It actually out performs my old 14.4v drill. Battery life is much better than expected also.

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 "The Right One" 2008-06-13
By P. Hall (gulf coast of florida)
This drill is exactly what I've been looking for. The higher-priced Craftsman models and those like it were a terrible disappointment. Batteries didn't last and replacements were expensive.

But Makita is a brand I trust. Years ago I had a Makita rechargeable, and I USED IT TO DEATH. This one is just as good. Tough, durable, and priced right.

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 "I should have known...." 2008-02-27
By Ricardo (New York City)
After having my Makita 9.6v drill-driver (the older long-handled model) stolen a few years ago, I purchased a 13.2v Craftsman drill. What a big mistake.



As I no longer owned my own home, I figured that the Craftsman would be good enough. WRONG!!! No matter what I tried, the batteries for that thing would not keep a charge. How frustrating is it to pick up a tool that you charged 2 days before only to find it dead. This happened time after time. I finally got disgusted enough to simply throw it into the trash where it belonged.



Remembering how much I loved and trusted my old Makita, I decided to again buy that brand. All I can say is that Makita still makes the best rechargeable tools. Be it for professional or lighter-duty home use, it's hard to go wrong with Makita.



I'm not sure what standards are used to rate battery voltages. It seems odd that the two lower voltage Makita's I've owned outperformed the higher voltage Craftsman. I'm not talking about holding a charge. I'm talking about torque and power. The Craftsman, with it higher voltage, just didn't have the "juice" of the Makita.


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Saturday, May 8, 2010

Makita HR4040C 1-9/16-Inch Spline Rotary Hammer Drill

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Spline-type drive delivers maximum power for fast work. 9.6 Amp hammer switches from rotary hammer to hammer-only modes. Electronic variable speed control lets you start holes easier. Cordless: No, Rated RPM: 230 - 450, Amps: 9.6, Variable Speed: Yes, Hammering Modes: Hammering Only, Hammering with Rotation, Impact Energy (J): 6.7, Blows Per Minute (BMP): 1,250 - 2,500, Case Included: Yes
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- Reduced vibration for less operator fatigue
- Spline type drive system for maximum power
- Electronic variable speed control dial (230 - 450 RPM) for easier hole starts
- One-touch sliding chuck for easy bit installation and removal
- Soft start electronic switch for smooth starts and constant speed control
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Makita BHP451 LXT 18-Volt Lithium-Ion Hammer Drill/Driver

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LXT Lithium-Ion battery and optimum charging system produces 280% total lifetime work with 2x more cycles. Compact design at only 9 7/8in. length and weighs only 4.9 lbs. for less operator fatigue. Cordless: Yes, Volts: 18, Rated RPM: 0 - 1,700, Variable Speed: Yes, Torque (in./lbs.): 560, Hammering Modes: Hammering ONly, Hammering with Rotation, Chuck Size (in.): 1/2, Tool Length (in.): 9 7/8, Tool Weight (lbs.): 4.9, Battery Included: (2) 18V LXT Lithium, Charger Included: Yes, 45 Minute, Case Included: Yes
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- LXT Lithium-Ion battery and optimum charging system produces 280% more lifetime work with 2x more cycles.
- 3-speed design produces 25% faster working speed with more efficiency-inch a wider range of applications
- Shift Lock Driver System quickly shifts from in hammer drill-inch to in driver-inch mode with one touch
- Ergonomic shape fits like a glove with even pressure and easy control
- Compact design at only 9-7/8-inch length and weighs only 4.9-pounds for less operator fatigue
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Customer Buzz
 "almost but not quite" 2010-02-23
By Peter Mitchell
The Makita BHP451 is the top of the Makita 18 volt lithium-ion powered hand drill lineup and despite its 2 speed gearbox should provide great performance. Overall it is a very good drill but the chuck is not the best (compared to Bosch or DeWalt) and the speed ranges are also less than optimum. It has 0-450 and 0-1700. For most tasks a 0-600, 0-1000, 0-2000 options like the DeWalt DCD970/940 drills works much better. The Makita BHP451 has in effect a low ranges and moderate high range.



The drill chuck has significant runout for a new drill and not nearly as good as those from DeWalt, Milwaukee, or Bosch with Bosch being in a league of its own. The chuck tends to hold drill bits well so long as they are smaller than 3/8" or 10mm. When using larger drill bits or hole saw arbors if there is any vibration the chuck will loosen to the point that the bit or arbor falls out. This is when the DeWalt self-tightening chuck makes a real difference as it never lets go.



The second side handle can be rotated to any position like the DeWalt and Bosch drills and this makes it a lot more valuable when you really do need two hands to control the drill. The 90 degree side mount of the Milwaukee and Ridgid drills provide a lot less support for the drill.



I like the integrated drilling depth stop of the Makita. This is something that should be standard for all hammer drills but is usually omitted entirely -- you cannot even add one later if you want to with the hammer drills from DeWalt and Milwaukee).



The batteries charge in roughly 30 minutes on average and this is in the middle range as far as the other lithium-ion batteries and charger combinations from other manufacturers. A lot is made of how fast a battery recharges which misses the point. If the drill and battery are up to the task the battery will last and not require frequent recharging during the day. Faster charge times are likely to shorten the useful life of the battery so I for one would rather wait 10 more minutes and get an extra year or two of use out of the battery. Makita recommends that their 3 Ah batteries be charged and then left on the charger of another hour to cool them down before reusing them.



Battery charge life is greatly influenced by the hole cutter that is used - much more so than most people realize. I did a quick test by first charging the drill to 100% and then cutting a single 2" hole in 1-1/8" plywood and then timed how long it took to get the battery back up to full charge. By the time the hole has been cut, which took about 45 seconds, the wood was smoking. It took more than 20 minutes to get the battery back to a full charge. Using the Makita drill and a Blue Boar TCT hole cutter (my favorite hole saws) I cut a second 2" hole in the same board and it took only 4 seconds and the battery charge was hardly affected at all.



There are what my own experience has shown to be exaggerated claims on available drill torque and battery charge times while at the same time the manufacturers without exception don't appreciate how much the right hole cutter will improve the performance of their drills. They will rate their drills at 2" maximum hole saw size in wood or 1-7/8" with a self feed drill bit while missing entirely that the drills can make 6" holes with a modern big gullet hole saw (like the Blue Boar TCT or Milwaukee Big Hawg or Bosch TCHS) or even 10" diameter holes in TJI or wood with an adjustable hole cutter (like the ones from Hole Pro).



BLUE BOAR 3" (76mm) Super Duty Universal TCT 2-1/4" deep tungsten carbide hole saw cuts more materials faster than any other hole saw. Hard RA 90-91 carbide teeth for faster cutting and longer life, ultra deep side gullets for faster plug removal



Hole Pro X-230 Kit: 1-7/8" to 9" Infinitely Adjustable Twin Blade Hole Saw Cutter 3" 4" 5" 6" 7" 8" 9" Hole Wood Sheetrock Plaster Fiberglass Plastic MDF Cement Board. Use ¼ Torque of Hole Saw to Cut Twice As Fast



Milwaukee 49-56-9050 4-5/8-Inch Big Hawg Hole Cutter



Bosch HTC300 3-Inch 76mm TCHS Hole Saw



Many of the complaints about cordless drill performance are based on real experience but often without the user realizing that they were not using the drill so as to get the most performance possible from the tool. Cordless drills that depend upon a battery for power cannot be used the same way as a corded drill plugged into an outlet and get the same level of performance. The drawbacks of using a cordless drill can be largely overcome by using them with a bit more finesse and using modern hole cutters. I can make a larger hole in inch thick subflooring using an 18 volt cordless drill like the Makita BHP451 than I can using a bi-metal hole saw with a 15 amp corded stud drill.



People should focus less on "what is the best cordless drill" and more on what are best hole cutters to use with a cordless drill. They would save themselves money and time and aggravation. There is no best cordless drill as there are strengths and weaknesses with every manufacturers products and it is really a matter of what features are most important and which flaws you can easily overlook. Fortunately there is intense competition and as a result all the cordless tools keep getting better and better. For light duty use the Milwaukee 2602 (not the 2602CT) is a great drill and for heavy duty use the DeWalt drills cannot be beat but for Makita fans and light to medium jobs the BHP451 is a good performer.

Customer Buzz
 "Good but expected better" 2009-06-16
By Sandman (USA)
Had a plethora of brands and models available from a group of volunteer crew (fathers) over a month-long set-building project for our kids' musical.

I'm an Engineer, and do a lot of projects on the side, but had never invested in a true 'construction' quality drill. My $50 B&D finally stopped holding much of a charge after a year or so of hard use so I took advantage of the opportunity to borrow and use every other drill present.

The friend with his "contractor-quality" Makita was quite proud of the price tag on his new Lithium driver, and I'll admit based solely on the battery tech and ergonomics, and reputation for eventually fixing problems within warranty - which he'll apparently need - I give it a hearty 3-stars.

That's about where it ends, though.

It continually lost grip in the chuck on drill bits and drivers with quick changes.

I tend to work fast once I'm 'in the zone' and had need to rapidly kick into reverse and back into drive, and the Makita transmission kept making grindy noises and not wanting to quickly engage.

Basically, it was frustrating to have a drill that promised so much and turned out to be less than it could be, and felt like it wasn't quite as polished and solid as a professional-level tool should be.



Comparatively, the cheaper B&D's, a Craftsman 18V, and a generic NiCad were all noticeably of a bit less hefty and quality build, but performed about the same as this Makita other than the obvious longer legs of the Lithium battery and extra power from the bigger motor, I'm just not sure the extra $300 is worth it until they do a line redesign. Feels like they rushed things a bit to get out the door with a Lithium model.



*BTW - The clear winner of the bunch during our project was a year-old Panasonic NiMH that just kept on working like a tank, and had a solid grip on any bit, instant response to exactly where you pull the trigger, quick change of direction with no noises or loose feel anywhere. In fact, I need to search for that drill on here and write up a 5-star review for it while I'm online. I am looking forward to seeing what the newer Lithium-Ion power can do for that dependable Panasonic design.

Customer Buzz
 "Would not buy another one............." 2009-06-15
By L. Svardal (Sacramento, Ca)
While not used in a contractor setting, used pretty much daily building decks and such. After two years the transmission/clutch went out. Makita wouldn't warranty as I could not find the original invoice, only the credit card statement from Mastercard. The quality is just not there and with other better alternatives would not buy Makita again.

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 "The best!" 2009-02-14
By Buddyjay
I do contracting work and have had many power drills in the past. This one's the best so far.



I had a DeWalt for many years and it was a good drill. But this one had the li-ion batteries and is a little lighter mainly because of the li-ion battery.



Charges fast and I can interchange the batteries with other Makita power tools.



Great purchase.



Customer Buzz
 "BAD product for the professional" 2008-12-31
By M Benson (chicago)
I run a small construction company in the Chicago area. My DeWalt 18V hammer/driver passed away(6yrs old) and I needed a new drill pronto. I purchased this drill from a local box store about 3 years ago. I use the drill daily on the job. Since I purchased the drill it has been in for service 3 times!!! All 3 times the transmission and the clutch were replaced. B4 Christmas, once again, the transmission burned up. The battery charger sounds like a 747 taking off; I later learned the noise is present due to the charger being defective. The molded case is one of the worst I've seen in 16 yrs in the construction industry. My case is literally held together with duct tape. This tool will probably suffice for the weekend warrior but for a professional it sucks (unless you like to wait 3 weeks out of every year to have it serviced)!! I picked up the new Panasonic 21.6V and must say it is far SUPERIOR to the makita.


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Sunday, May 2, 2010

Makita Factory-Reconditioned 5/8" Hammer Drill Kit w/ Light & Case HP1621FK

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The Makita HP1621FK is a Factory Reconditioned 5/8 inch Hammer Drill. The rock hard heavy-duty 5/8 inch hammer drill is exceptionally well balanced and it quickly and efficiently transfers power to the drill bit with the lowest vibration. The innovative forward/reverse change system is for extended service life of carbon brush and the lock-on button for continuous operation. Includes: 5/8 inch Hammer and Case.
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- 2-mode operation; "rotation only" and "hammering with rotation"
- Lightweight (3.7 lbs) with large capacity drilling up to 5/8 inch in concrete
- Large two-finger trigger switch with 360° swivel side handle for added maneuverability
- Rubberized comfort grip for more comfort, control and reduced operator fatigue
- True variable speed for controlled start-up
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Customer Buzz
 "Needed a hammer drill" 2009-08-19
By R. Reese
Needed a hammer drill for a small amount of work. this was a recond drill. It looked ok and worked fine. I bought it for a good price. Overall happy with this drill but if I had lots of work to do I would have bought a better unit.

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 "waste of money" 2009-08-07
By J. Dredd
the chuck on this drill is useless. it sounds like plastic inside and stripped and failed to sufficiantly hold the bit (a small 5/32 tapcon bit) on the first bit i used. After a very long day of tightening the chuck with pliers just to get the job done, the drill smelled like it was burning up too. Had I paid more than $40 for it, iwould be livid, 75-100 tap con holes out of a drill is totally unacceptable. I've been a professional carpenter for +17 years and the tool market has gotten so bad over the years that Makita is the only brand I can usually trust. I sincerely hope that this cheap depot/lowes homeowner model is not a trend for them.

Customer Buzz
 "No surprises" 2009-08-03
By Brian D. Bannerman (Brentwood, CA)
The drill arrived in like new condition with instructions and carrying case. I used it to drill several holes in concrete and it did the job.

Customer Buzz
 "Good Drill" 2009-08-02
By D. Kishler (Ohio)
Reconditioned drill was like new, case and depth gauge looked new. Very good value, excellent 1/2" drill, good chuck. This is a good drill for home or light commercial work. It is about the same size as my Craftsman 3/8" drill only capable of 1/2" shank drills. Quick shipping / good purchase.

Customer Buzz
 "Hammer Drill" 2009-05-29
By Larry Spradling
This drill did everything that I needed it to do. It makes drilling into brick or masonry extremely easy. It has a switch from a regular drill to a hammer drill and has a capacity for drill bits up through 1/2". The drill looked as close to new as you can get and still be called refurbished. You won't find a better buy than this.


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Wednesday, April 28, 2010

Makita HM1810X3 70 Lb. AVT Breaker Hammer

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Includes: Hex wrench #5 - 783203-8, (4) bits, Hammer cart - 122010-A.

16.4 ft. jobsite cord for greater versatility and instant power. Cylindrical tool holder enables new bolt holes to be drilled should the original bolts break. Warning lamp indicates trouble with the cord; AC/DC switch for use with alternative power sources. Large, easy to operate switch for operator comfort and control. Bit Type: 1-1/8" hex shank. Blows/Min.: 1,100 BPM. Impact Energy: 63.0 Joules. Amps: 15. Noise Level: 107 dB. Vibration Level: 8 m/s2. Cord Length: 16.4". Tool Length: 32-1/2". Tool Weight: 70.6 lbs.
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- Makita's Anti-Vibration Technology incorporates a Counterbalance system reduces vibration to only 8 m/s2 for unmatched comfort
- Powerful 15 AMP motor; efficient 1,100 BPM to tackle the most demanding jobs
- Lowest noise level in its class at only 107dB
- Warning lamp indicates trouble with the cord; AC/DC switch for use with alternative power sources
- 1 year warranty on tool
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Tuesday, April 27, 2010

Makita 6227DWE 12 Volt 3/8-Inch Cordless Driver/Drill Kit

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This lightweight 12 Volt 3/8in. driver-drill kit features a compact tool body and T-handle design that provides optimum balance and comfort. It offers two speed ranges and Total Trigger Control for precise variable speed control. Electric brake stops chuck quickly. Volts: 12, Speed - No Load (RPM): 0 - 350/0 - 1,100, Chuck Size (in.): 3/8, Keyless Chuck: Yes, Clutch Settings: 16, Reversible: Yes, Variable Speed: Yes, Side Handle: No, Battery Included: Yes, (2) 12V batteries, Charger Included: Yes, Case Included: Yes
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- Two-speed, variable speed, reversible
- Electric brake
- 200 in./lbs. of torque
- Includes 2 batteries, charger, and case
- One-year warranty
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Customer Buzz
 "The best" 2005-08-30
By N. Pope (Mt St Helens Washington)
I've been using Makita drill/drivers for years as a professional furniture maker and I wouldn't have anything else! Their reliability, power and ruggedness make them the right tool for the job.

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 "I just wrote this about the 6228DWE, same info applies" 2004-08-08
By Bob Feeser (Springfield, PA USA)
Here is a review I just wrote about the Makita 6228DWE, which is the same drill but a 14.4 instead of a 12, and it weighs just 3/16ths of a pound heavier, all for a little more money.

So here is the review on the 6228DWE:

I just got this exact drill, and I use it all of the time. It's lightweight at only 3 1/2 pounds. That is its shining feature. I also own the Milwaukee 14.4 which is a very substantial drill. It has the highest torque in the industry at 460 foot pounds. This Makita is only 200. The Milwaukee has all copper windings, metal gear and housing, and is built to fall off the ladder. The problem is that it weighs 11 1/2 pounds.

I originally got this Makita 6228DWE as a promo on an expensive compound sliding miter saw. I thought I would sell it on eBay. After getting it I decided to keep it. Ergonomically, it fits your hands well, is well balanced, has a lot of torque when you charge it up and is well built overall. The reason why I like it so much is that I just did a wiring job, running a dozen lines, and upgrading a service panel from 100 to 200 amps. That Makita drill was with me all the way, whether I was tightening screws in the outlets, or square driving the lines on the breakers, or tightening the clamp connectors. It was a 12 hour job, and I am glad that I didn't have to lug the Milwaukee around. I love the Milwaukee for doing heavy deck jobs for example, but the one I now use the most is this Makita. It's like a pet.

I think the gear housing is a strong grade of plastic, and the windings may or may not be a copper mix or all aluminum, buy hey, that all adds up to less weight, which equals less work.

If you're looking for a tougher and heavier drill in the Makita line, then look to the MForce line. The torque is around 350 and of course it is heavier, depending on the model. They also have the faster charging Nickel Metal Hydride batteries, which last longer as well. The only problem with NiMH is that their shelf life isn't very long, and with the price of new batteries, that is a major consideration.

What Milwaukee did was take the NiCad batteries to the next level. They charge in one hour, unlike the usual 1 1/2 hours, but not as fast as 45 minutes like the NiMH, but enjoy the long shelf life as a NiCad.

This Makita drill is a 3/8" drill also, instead of a 1/2" like the Milwaukee. Like I said, a really nice lightweight drill, that you will find using it more often than the heavyweight. Once the love affair is done with the Makita, I will probably go back to using the Milwaukee a little more often. For now the Makita rules. Hope this helps.



Customer Buzz
 "Powerful and durable. A real workhorse." 2004-07-07
By James Arvo (Pasadena, CA USA)
I've owned one of these Makita cordless drills for approximately six years. One hundred projects (and perhaps a thousand holes) later, it works as well as the day I bought it. I've used it to drill through wood, plastic, metal, stucco, and concrete. I've used it as a driver, a sander, a polisher, and a stirrer. I've even used it to run a small water pump. It has always performed without a hitch. The Makita delivers an impressive amount of torque. I have an assortment of drills (cordless, corded, and pneumatic), and the Makita is generally the one that performs the best, both in terms of torque and in terms of convenience.

The Makita battery packs recharge quickly (maybe 20 minutes), and last longer than any other rechargeable tool I own (such as Black & Decker VersaPack tools). The manufacturer also thought ahead, considering what would happen if you acquired an assortment of Makita tools with different types of battery packs. The charger that comes with this drill can accommodate a wide variety of Makita batteries, not just the type used by this product; it automatically senses the type of battery and charges it at the correct voltage. Now that's a good design. The variable speed trigger is also nice, as is the torque control on the chuck. The keyless chuck gets a very solid grip, unlike other keyless chucks that I've tried; the Makita has never once slipped on me.

Of course, every tool has its limits. I finally bumped up against the limit of my Makita when I tried drilling 3-inch diameter holes through 3/4-inch wood (using a "hole saw"). I actually succeeded in drilling several such holes with the Makita, but only by proceeding a little at a time. The drill would over-heat after several minutes of drilling, and shut itself off. But, this is actually an endorsement in disguise. First, the Makita could spin this rather large hole saw with enough torque to cut holes, which is quite a challenge for any drill. Second, it was smart enough to shut off rather than burn up. So, I cannot complain. It performed admirably even in this rather extreme test.

I cannot find a single thing to complain about. If my Makita were to burn out today, I'd say it had fulfilled its duty several times over, and I'd go right out and buy another one. Now that's a strong endorsement. It's a great product that's designed to perform and to last. Well done Makita!

Customer Buzz

 "Excellent quality drill" 2003-11-28
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Makita makes a number of fine cordless drills, including this one, I also own a #6213 D drill that's worked flawlessly for four years of regular use. Makitas use plenty of large ball bearings and well-designed motors, and have a reputation for reliability among contractors, along with Hitachi and DeWalt. Like any mass producer, there are occasionally bad drills out there, but you will find far fewer of them than with the cheaper brands.

Now Rigid is the new glamor player in town, due mainly to its temporary warranty deal (though the tools are made in China - yuck!), but since no one has used them for any length of time (including contractors), you'll be a guinea pig to see if they are 'contractor quality', or not. Personally I'm not thrilled with the poor experience of myself and others trying previous Home Depot lines (Ryobi, etc) of cordless tools, and I'm not willing to give up the Makita's excellent battery life and overall durability.

Customer Buzz

 "Nice drill, but Makita has problems...IMPROVEMENT NEEDED!" 2003-11-02
By I. Leong (Taylors, SC United States)
I own both this drill and the earlier similar and slightly larger model, the 6213. I have three single speed Makita cordless drills and have owned them for 25 years. I will no longer buy another. The clutches failed on both the 6227 and the 6213 within weeks. The drill motors just keep spinning, and the chuck does not move. The three single speed drills continue to function flawlessly. Thank goodness I can use my 12 volt batteries in one of them and in my impact tool.

I have just purchased replacement drills from the new Ridgid line at Home Depot. These have a three year warranty and a Lifetime Warranty, if purchased before December 31, 2003.


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