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Milwaukee 0512-25 14.4 Volt 1/2-Inch Drill Kit with Flashlightight | List Price: $294.00
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Brand: Milwaukee
Binding: Tools & Hardware
Features: - 1/2-inch keyless chuck accepts large bits
- Two speeds (0-450/1250 rpm) and 19 clutch positions for screwdriving
- Delivers 280 in./lbs. maximum torque for drilling
- Reversible battery for working in tight spaces and better balance for overhead work
- Limited warranty, 30-day no-risk trial
Cordless drills don't get any better. [Posted on 2001-12-07]
This write-up was three months in research. I tryed em all 12, 14, 18 volts. The Dewalt was to heavy and both models I bought were defective right out of the box. Makita was too fat around the handle and not very comfortable plus the angle of the chuck did not feel right. Porter-Cable again much too big to be swinging around all day. The Milwaukee 18v was also to large for me. On one charge the 14v drove 15, 1/2" X 3" hole in brick and morter plus drove about 50, 3 1/2" deck screws into pressure treated lumber. It's really balanced, light weight and so powerful it will twist your wrist if you don't use the clutch settings. Made in Germany and it proves it's worth the ($$$)every time I use it.
Milwaukee 18Volt was almost perfect [Posted on 2002-01-31]
I replaced my DeWalt 12 volt cordless drill after nearly 10 years of service with the Milwaukee 18 volt. I immediately realized that it was going to be nearly impossible to remove the battery without some assistance. I figured that my no-as-strong female hands just couldn't deliver the necessary squeeze power it would take to release the battery. So...I asked a strong male neighbor to give it a try, he failed. Ultimately it took my bench vice to apply enough pressure to the release buttons to do the job. After six months of struggle it hasn't loosend up so I'm taking it back to the store and replacing it with another brand. This time I'll try the battery removal process before I leave the store. As for performance, I loved the drill's power, battery capabilities and balance. I hope they fix the battery problem.
Milwaukee 18Volt was almost perfect [Posted on 2002-01-31]
I replaced my DeWalt 12 volt cordless drill after nearly 10 years of service with the Milwaukee 18 volt. I immediately realized that it was going to be nearly impossible to remove the battery without some assistance. I figured that my no-as-strong female hands just couldn't deliver the necessary squeeze power it would take to release the battery. So...I asked a strong male neighbor to give it a try, he failed. Ultimately it took my bench vice to apply enough pressure to the release buttons to do the job. After six months of struggle it hasn't loosend up so I'm taking it back to the store and replacing it with another brand. This time I'll try the battery removal process before I leave the store. As for performance, I loved the drill's power, battery capabilities and balance. I hope they fix the battery problem.
Defective Charger Destroyed Two Batteries [Posted on 2002-07-09]
I really like the Milwaukee 14.4 volt drill. It has remarkable power, resonable weight, and a nice working feel. However, the charger apparently failed to shut off and caused the melt down of two batteries. Would I consider buying another Milwaukee? Yes I would, but only if I had the assurance that the charger design has been modified within the past two years. By the way, new batteries are about $60. each.
Milwaukee 14.4 V 1/2" drill/driver [Posted on 2002-11-15]
We bought this drill to replace our 1,100 sq ft redwood deck. The 9.6 V DeWalt we had was barely getting the 3" screws into the treated pine joists. I was tempted by various 18 V models, but their weight and price (the 18 V models had just come out and were still quite expensive) ruled them out. The 14.4 V models seemed to be the right blend of power, weight, and price, and this Milwaukee was available on sale. It made the deck easy work and my arm did not feel like it was going to fall off at the end of the day. I have noted two "convenience" faults: (1) a clip for spare bits is not present and (2) the forward/reverse button, which slides forward and backward, is not as convenient as the push buttons available on most other brands. Milwaukee touts the ability to install the battery in the other direction as a feature allowing access to tight spaces, but I have never encountered a space where this feature was useful. Overall, this is a really solid drill; it feels and sounds like it will last a long time.
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