Can I ask the guys/handy people a question?

[lovespandp]

Originally Posted by Nancy1999

Oh thank you. Hubby has a plug in, and last I read so many portables didn't have the power, it's good to know that now they do.

No prob, yes Dh swears by DeWalt. He has been in construction for about 15 years. Plus the good thing is its cordless, and all batteries fit all DeWalt products! They also make it easy enough where I can put a battery in the drill LOL but its pretty heavy to hold up!

[KazzyK810]

Originally Posted by lovespandp

For a good cordless Drill, I would go with this: FREE SHIPPING — DEWALT 1/2in. Cordless Compact Hammer Drill Kit — 18 Volt, Model# DC725KA | Rotary Hammers | Northern Tool + Equipment Its a cordless and it has an extra battery with a charger. My DH has this one and he is in Construction. He builds large commercial buildings. He says he has used a lot of different brands and non of them compare to the DeWalt. Dh said he has dropped this off 6 ft ladders and it didn’t break or anything! DH swears by this!

Why would you recommend this as a basic homeowners drill??? This is a hammer drill! This iis not the same as a basic drill/driver. A hammer drill is what you use for going through EXTREMELY hard surfaces (ie: concrete) not for drilling through wood home projects for hanging things on drywalled home walls.

I used a hammer drill when I had framed my basement wood interior walls and wanted to anchor them to the concrete floor using Tapcon bolts. I used a regular drill/driver to anchor those same walls to the ceiling joists (which were in fact the floor joists of the first floor of my home).

A hammer drill is a for tool specific work, not everyday drilling & driving.

Aymee....the original DeWalt set you posted of a drill/driver & impact combo is a good one!

[lovespandp]

Originally Posted by KazzyK810

Why would you recommend this as a basic homeowners drill??? This is a hammer drill! This iis not the same as a basic drill/driver. A hammer drill is what you use for going through EXTREMELY hard surfaces (ie: concrete) not for drilling through wood home projects for hanging things on drywalled home walls.

I used a hammer drill when I had framed my basement wood interior walls and wanted to anchor them to the concrete floor using Tapcon bolts. I used a regular drill/driver to anchor those same walls to the ceiling joists (which were in fact the floor joists of the first floor of my home).

A hammer drill is a for tool specific work, not everyday drilling & driving.

Aymee....the original DeWalt set you posted of a drill/driver & impact combo is a good one!

First of all, Don't worry what I recommend.

[Nancy1999]

Could someone explain to me what the difference is between these two sets?

Shop DEWALT 2-Tool 18-Volt 18 volt Compact Cordless Drill/Impact Combo Kit at Lowes.com

and the first one posted: Shop DEWALT 2-Tool 18-Volt Compact Cordless Drill/Impact Combo Kit at Lowes.com

They are different prices, but I can't figure out how they are different.

[KazzyK810]

Originally Posted by Nancy1999

They have that model at Home Depot and for $219 and you can get $25.00 off that if you use their promo code. DEWALT DC725KA 1/2 In. (13mm) 18 Volt Cordless Compact Hammerdrill Kit (DC725KA) from The Home Depot

Does a drill also screw things in? Sorry, if this is a stupid question.

Again, this is a hammer drill, not a basic drill/driver....in other words, it will hammer through concrete....great for using in anchoring basement walls to floor, anchoring things to garage floor, punching through heavy metals, etc. It definately has a place in a tool kit, but its not a regular use tool.

Yes, a drill does also screw things using a screwdriver bit that you put in the chuck instead of a drill bit. Many like the quick change bit systems for this as you don't have to loosen& tighten the chuck to change from drill bit to screw driver bit, so it makes the work of drilling pilot holes & then driving screws, go quicker...and with very lil practice you can change from one to the othe,r one-handed, while still holding the item you're screwing in place with the other hand...definately speeds up work.

[lovespandp]

Originally Posted by Nancy1999

Could someone explain to me what the difference is between these two sets?

Shop DEWALT 2-Tool 18-Volt 18 volt Compact Cordless Drill/Impact Combo Kit at Lowes.com

and the first one posted: Shop DEWALT 2-Tool 18-Volt Compact Cordless Drill/Impact Combo Kit at Lowes.com

They are different prices, but I can't figure out how they are different.

If you read the Description it will tell you details, the black and yellow has a 3 year limited warranty and includes 2 batteries

[KazzyK810]

Originally Posted by Nancy1999

Could someone explain to me what the difference is between these two sets?

Shop DEWALT 2-Tool 18-Volt 18 volt Compact Cordless Drill/Impact Combo Kit at Lowes.com

and the first one posted: Shop DEWALT 2-Tool 18-Volt Compact Cordless Drill/Impact Combo Kit at Lowes.com

They are different prices, but I can't figure out how they are different.

Nancy, both combos are using the exact same impact drill, but are using different model drill/drivers, although both are 18v and 1/2" chuck and come with two battery packs. They also come in different cases. One is a hardside case and the other appears to be a soft-sided tool bag.

[KazzyK810]

Originally Posted by lovespandp

First of all, Don't worry what I recommend.

I will when you are recommending something that isn't inline with what the OP requested!

She clearly stated that she's looking for a drill that a homeowner would use for basic projects around the house, which is not what you recommend. In dog equivalent, it would be like suggesting a choke collar... for a yorkie.

[Nancy1999]

Thank you both for the replies, one last question, I think hubby would definitely like the quick change bit systems, are any of these quick change? Also, thank you southernbelle for starting the thread!

[lovespandp]

Originally Posted by KazzyK810

I will when you are recommending something that isn't inline with what the OP requested!

She clearly stated that she's looking for a drill that a homeowner would use for basic projects around the house, which is not what you recommend. In dog equivalent, it would be like suggesting a choke collar... for a yorkie.

You apparently do not know the uses for what i reccommened, but whatever makes you feel better- I will leave it at that.

[KazzyK810]

Originally Posted by Nancy1999

Thank you both for the replies, one last question, I think hubby would definitely like the quick change bit systems, are any of these quick change? Also, thank you southernbelle for starting the thread!

The quick change bit system, you purchase separately. All four drills in those two combos you posted will take a quick change bit. And, the bits that are used in a quick change system may also be used just by themselves in the chuck of the drill (sometimes the quick change makes the entire drill length too long for tighter spaces so there are times you won't use it, but will still use the bits that often come with it).

[KazzyK810]

Originally Posted by lovespandp

You apparently do not know the uses for what i reccommened, but whatever makes you feel better- I will leave it at that.

Sorry...wasn't meaning to come across bitchy....prolly just a lil over-excited there's a thread I actually know something about.

I'm not a breeder, so don't have a wealth of info on the whole pup thing other than my personal experience. And I don't know my way around a kitchen & can't cook worth a darn...so on all the food threads I have nothing to offer. But DIY...from big projects to small..from framing to tiling to plumbing to anything other than electrical (which just scares the heck outta me) I really enjoy and have a tool box (ie: garage) that reflects that

[Nancy1999]

Originally Posted by KazzyK810

Sorry...wasn't meaning to come across bitchy....prolly just a lil over-excited there's a thread I actually know something about.

I'm not a breeder, so don't have a wealth of info on the whole pup thing other than my personal experience. And I don't know my way around a kitchen & can't cook worth a darn...so on all the food threads I have nothing to offer. But DIY...from big projects to small..from framing to tiling to plumbing to anything other than electrical (which just scares the heck outta me) I really enjoy and have a tool box (ie: garage) that reflects that

LOL will you be my new best friend?

[Alvindy]

Pardon the late response...whenever I bought tools for my DH I went to the store and knew what brand (dewalt) told the staff I wanted a dewalt drill (for example) and they would ask for what use, etc, etc. I would then go home with a drill (or whatever) and nothing was ever returned.
The staff knows their products so if you know the brand you'd like they can guide you. That way you get advice from folks who sell these items day in and out and know the specifications of the items...this way it's less about personal preferences than when you ask around of the folks you know.

[southernbelle04]

Thanks guys for all of your help and explaining things. I went to Lowe's today and looked some more. I am going to look at other places and compare prices, but I definitely want to get him a good brand that will last. I thought about getting him the gift card, but my husband is one of those people who is not big on gift cards....weird, I know and I don't get it either, but he is just that way. So I am going to get him a nice one and a gift receipt. If it is not what he had in mind, I will certainly let him know he can exchange it without hurting my feelings. But I really think he will like whatever I choose. He's not too hard to please.