Black & Decker CD9600K 9.6 Volt Cordless Drill Kit with One Battery

Features:

• Keyless chuck makes bit changing quick and easy
• Mid-handle design for balance and reduced fatigue
• Six-position clutch prevents screws from stripping
• Operates at 0-700 rpm with 100 in./lbs of torque
• Two-year home use warranty

Accessories:

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Customer Reviews:

Solid, strong, big case, missing some features [Posted on 2003-01-31]
I decided to purchase the 9.6v model over the slightly smaller ones as I justified in my head that I'm a new homeowner and had numerous remodeling and fix-er-up projects waiting for me. I wanted the power and the battery life that would last me the whole day if need be.

For the novice mindset (forgive me professionals), a cordless drill is a cordless drill and most people only care about battery life, power, and features. So how do I review this? Simple categories:

Pros: Solid construction, feels good in the hand, easy bit replacement, large viewable numbers on clutch, idiot proof charger, long battery life, small slot in base handle to store bit, sturdy case, quick & easy access to forward and reverse modes, great power for the home enthusiast, included bit is philips on one side, flat on the other.

Cons: No battery meter (a feature that is in many B&D models, but not here), case seems to be bigger than it needs to be and a lot of wasted room inside where one could store additional bits, small base makes for drill to be top heavy and will never stand up straight (always laying down), only one included bit that seem short, 9.6v batteries are not the most common stocked in many stores for replacement but are indeed available, large chuck may make it difficult for bit to reach tight areas. I was having a little trouble replacing some cabinets because of chuck size....I really just needed a longer bit to solve this.

Overall, a great standard cordless drill for those occasional jobs about the house that are more involved than just picture hanging. Large size may be difficult for some women to handle. Great power, battery life and sturdy case for the price.

Black and Decker 9.6 Volt cordless drill [Posted on 2003-03-28]
I have had my 9.6 B+D cordless drill for over 2 years.
This drill as you know is one of the many light weights on the
market.
As a screw driver it has served me well.It will even tackle a 2.5
inch number 8 screw without to much difficulty.However as a drill
I find it has no torqe.Anything over 5/16 it stuggles to cope with numerous holes.As a diy tool it,s fine,but you must have a second battery especially if you intend to work all day with it.
Unfortunately over here in England the batterys can cost as much as the drill itself.When you buy a cordless drill whatever the make,think about what a second battery will cost you because the chances are you will need one.
Back to Black and Decker.This drill has lasted well upto now,and I would buy another one, but a higher voltage.A lot of people get excited about Dewalt and Makita etc and I,ve no doubt that they are the best,but if you want a reliable tool with some good
features that you dont have to get a mortgage to pay for, than consider a Black and Decker.

Whether this is a great tool depends... [Posted on 2004-04-25]
Whether this is a great tool depends on your needs and expactations .I have one that I've used to renovate three rooms, one room included hanging 16 sheets ot sheetrock (including the ceiling which took approx 60 screws for each panel). The other two rooms had minor sheetrock work and a lot of screwing through wood.

I'm happy with it. My expectations were to get a power driver that didn't break my arm to wield or my bank account to buy. This was the one... even putting many screws into a piece of sheetrock overhead is tolerable weight-wize.

My only advice (as with any driver) is to GET A SECOND BATTERY with your purchase if you are doing continuous stuff like sheetrock (Amazon sells them). I found the fully-charged battery to fully peter out after about 80 screws, which limited my ability on hanging the ceilings to one panel per charging (about 16 hours)... but that's OK... being older and I found I was pretty maxed out on the ceiling work myself about the same time the drill was, so the drill rested and I did wiring. (I'm at this site now to get that second battery).

The Amazon.com price is excellent for this tool. I paid $10 more when I got mine about a year ago. Super Saver shipping makes it a great deal!

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