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Your intended usageof your drill / driver willdetermine what yourneeds are and whichmodels will fit you best.Consider the following:

Consider your typicalproject and prioritize thefeatures that will helpyou the most. For someheavy-duty jobs, you may want to consider a corded drillfor consistent, continuous power. Convenient features likea keyless chuck, variable speed and an adjustable clutchwill save time and help ensure quality results while drillingor driving screws.

Professionals looking for a corded model should seek amodel with 18 to 24 volt power, long-lasting batteries, quickbattery charges and sturdy construction. If you’re a proand looking for a corded drill, you should consider modelswith at least 5 amps of power. The DIYer will appreciatethese features as well, but may find that the moderatepower in 12 to 14-volt drills will perform most householdtasks with ease. Any of our sturdy corded models will suitthe DIYer who is looking for continuous power.

If you will be using your drill for boring into masonry,you will need to have the capability of a hammer drill orrotary hammer. These special tools combine the rotation ofa regular drill with pounding action. These two actionsenable the hammer drill to bore holes in masonry quicklywithout burning the bit. A rotary hammer is more heavy-duty than a hammer drill and can be used for chiselingwithout rotational action.

• Keyless Chuck – Tool-free bit tightening and releasing isa real time-saver if you’re constantly changing drill orscrewdriver bits on the job.

• Variable Speed and Reversing Power – A variablespeed drill is critical when drilling through a variety ofmaterials or when driving screws. Reversible power isnecessary when driving screws.

• Adjustable Clutch – The ability to adjust the torque set-ting prevents driving screws too deep into material andeliminates stripping or breaking screw heads.

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You’ll reach for yourdrill/driver more than anyother power tool duringhome improvement proj-ects, so make sure yourdrill is versatile enoughto perform most tasksand comfortable enoughto use all day. Today’scordless drill/drivers aremore powerful and feature-filled than ever before withergonomically-designed handles.

Cordless drills available at Lowe’s come with power rat-ings up to a substantial 24 volts and offer convenient fea-tures like long-lasting batteries and keyless chucks.Reversible power, variable speed and adjustable clutchesadd flexibility to effectively drive screws into a variety ofmaterials. Traditional corded drills are useful for tough jobsthat demand constant power for long intervals and offermany of the same convenient features.

Today’s sturdy andreliable drill/driverscome in a variety ofstyles with more powerand options than everbefore. With theseupgrades, it’s easy tochoose a drill / driver tobest suit your needs:• Power to Spare –

Cordless models offer rechargeable battery power fromup to 24 volts to meet the demands of most tasks.Corded drills measure power in amps and range from3.5 amps to 9 amps and more. These corded modelsprovide constant power required for the toughest jobs.

• Varied Handle Styles – Choose from three distinctstyles: “T-handle’’ with ergonomic center-weightedhandle; traditional “pistol grip”; or compact “rightangle’’ to reach into tight spots.

With powerful, reliable longer-lasting battery packs and convenience features like a keyless chuck, a new cordless drill/driveris a power tool upgrade you will appreciate immediately. Portability and convenience enhancements have helped power drillsmake significant improvements over the years. Whether you’re a pro or a do-it-yourselfer, at Lowe’s Home Improvement you’ll

find the model that’s perfect for you.

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TERMINOLOGYSome terms that you should be familiar with to make aninformed buying decision are:Amps – Power in corded models is measured in amps. Thehigher the amps, the more powerful the drill. Corded drillsrange from 3.5 to 9 amps.Chuck — The chuck is the location where bits are insert-ed and secured into the drill. A key is required to tightenthe chuck in some drills; others have a keyless chuck foreasier use.Hammer Drill – Hammer Drills combine the rotation of aregular drill with a pounding action. These two actionsenable the hammer drill to bore holes in masonry quicklywithout burning the bit.Pistol Grip – The pistol grip is the traditional drill handledesign used for many years.Right Angle – A right-angle drill design allows user to getinto tight spaces.Rotary Hammer – Rotary Hammers are similar to hammerdrills but deliver heavier hammering action and usuallyhave a chisel only feature, for light chiseling and masonryremoval. Rotary hammers also have specially designedchucks that only accept bits specifically designed to fittheir chuck. The special chuck on a rotary hammer helpshold the drill bit and prevents it from slipping during use.T-handle — A T-handle is an innovation that puts the drillgrip in the middle of the drill for balance and betterergonomics.Torque – Torque describes the rotational force exerted bythe drill. Today’s higher voltage cordless drills providenearly the same torque as corded models. Variable Speed — Variable speed drills allow the speed tobe adjusted for drilling through a variety of materials anduse with screwdriver bits. Volts – Power in cordless drills is measured in volts, withtypical models offering 9.6 to 24 volts. The higher the volts,the more powerful the drill.

DECISION GUIDEWhen choosing your drill / driver, consider the following

questions and choose one that fits your needs:1) Are you looking for a corded or cordless model?

a. Corded modelb. Cordless modelc. I’d like to consider all power options

2) How will you be using your new drill?a. I’ll be using this drill for masonry work or boring

large holesb. I’m a pro and I’m at the job site every day. c. I’m a heavy-duty weekend Do-It-Yourselfer. d. I’d like a dependable drill for occasional use.

3) Which factors are most important to you?a. A drill/driver that gets into tight spaces

(A right-angle drill/driver)b. Adjustable clutchc. Variable speed capability

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Hitachi drills offer the highest levelof professional power tools

available for pros and do-it-your-selfers. Hitachi corded drills are agreat blend of high performance,durability, and competitive pricinglike Hitachi’s half inch drill with 9.0amp motor that has 50% more powerthan any other competitor. Strongadvances in motor technology andinnovation allow Hitachi cordlessdrills like our new DMR series tooutspec every other cordless inpower, size and weight.

Hitachi is the answer for all yourdrilling needs. •

FireStorm offers a range of cordedand cordless drills with a variety

of desirable features. Black &Decker’s corded hammer drill fea-tures a metal gear case, keylessmetal hammer chuck and side han-dle, while our cordless drills offer 12to 24 volts, fast drive chucks, metalclutches, high torque motors and FS-Xtreme extended run time batteries.

Whether drilling or driving,FireStorm products deliver innova-tion, power, and performance. •

Selecting a Bosch drill/driver, ham-mer drill or rotary hammer means

you demand the best in performanceand durability. Professionals dependon Bosch tools for the simplest andmost complicated tasks. From thelegendary Bulldog® rotary hammerto the award-winning Brute Toughdrill/drivers and hammer drill/drivers,you can be confident in your produc-tivity and efficiency every time.

Bosch the world’s largest powertool manufacturer offers a broadrange of corded and cordless drillingtools to meet your needs as a profes-sional or serious tool user. •

Milwaukee’s professional-grade,heavy-duty corded drills let you

select the right tool for the right job.Milwaukee’s professional cordeddrill line features the best power toweight ratio, all metal gear case, andheavy-duty keyed and keylesschucks. Milwaukee’s Lok-Tor® line ofcordless drills feature higher torque,longer run-time, an all metal singlesleeve chuck for one-handed tight-ening, and an exclusive reversiblebattery pack.

Milwaukee Electric Tools -Nothing but Heavy Duty. •

Skil drills are essential, hand-heldhome project tools. Make your

selection with confidence fromeither our corded or cordless mod-els. All of Skil’s drills easily handleany and all drilling and driving proj-ects. We keep your needs in mindwhen creating Skil drills, that’s whymany come with extras like studfinders, site lights, and side handles.

From the most inexperienceddo-it-yourselfer to the most ad-vanced pro our drills provide theSkil needed to complete any homeimprovement project. •

PREFERRED BRANDS

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