Milwaukee 49-22-0130 Contractor's Kit 7 Bit 1-Inch to 2 9/16-Inch Selfeed Drill Bit Assortment with 5 1/2-Inch Extension and Plastic Carrying Case

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This is a complete assortment of the most commonly used Milwaukee Selfeed Bits for hole drilling. The kit includes 1-inch, 1 1/8-inch, 1 1/4-inch, 1 1/2-inch, 1 3/4-inch, 2 1/8-inch, and 2 9/16-inch diameters and a 5 1/2-inch extension coupling in an impact resistant carrying case.
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- Cuts faster
- Improved balance with reduced runout
- All ball and roller bearings
- Triple reduction gearing handles up to 4-5/8-inch self feed bits
- Soft-shift stop rotation
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 "Milwaukee 49-22-0130 Contractor's Kit 7 Bit 1-Inch to 2 9/16-Inch Selfeed Drill Bit Assortment with 5 1/2-Inch Extension and Pla" 2010-03-28
By S. AZIMOV (Los Angeles, CA US)
This set is really usefull considering it comes in carrying case. Neat and organised, good quality, durable, comes with extra replacement, and I think you can sharpenn it as well. It is not made in USA, it's really hard find any tools that were made here. But I love it It is still Milwaukee no matter how you look at it.

By the way it is cheaper to buy it in this set, usually you will be paying around 25-35 dollars per bit, so you do the math. I give it 10 stars and contractors quality...

 "Old design best with big corded drills" 2010-03-14
By Bryan Sanders (Chicago)
I have used the Milwaukee self feed drill bits for years and dealt with nail damage and the need to use a large and heavy corded stud drill. It is a very old-fashioned design that is an improvement over a hand auger or a hole saw but otherwise slow and not terribly efficient. As self feed bits go the Milwaukee are as good as most and the cases are the best at protecting the edges of the cutters - at least until you hit a nail.



I was trying out our different cordless drills and found that it took nearly as long and very nearly as much battery draw with the self feed bit as a bi-metal hole saw. No plug to get out but then there are all the shavings that someone has to deal with. I found that my big gullet hole cutters with an extension would make a hole 6 times as fast and that I did not need my corded stud drill most of the time. Even with a triple top plate I could cut out each piece of wood with the TCT hole cutter and drop out the plug and then do it 2 more times and my total cutting time was 1/3 of that with either an auger or a self feed bit. Best part was that I could use a 18 volt cordless drill and make 50 holes with one battery.



BLUE BOAR TUH14 - 14 Piece Super Duty Tungsten Carbide Hole Saw kit 2-3/8" Cut Depth. Cut 10x as fast and use 1/40th battery charge. Cordless Drills can cut holes 3x as large as with bi-metal hole saws. Deep side gullets for fast plug removal



The self feed are fine for wood but struggle with tougher materials and I would never use them on hard decking like Ipe or Hardie siding or backer board or many other places where the tungsten carbide hole cutters work great.



For light duty jobs the new Bosch spade bits work great on a cordless drill where a perfectly straight hole is not required. When I do need a straight hole I grab the Blue Boar TCT hole cutters and the Hole Pro shield with their arbor adapter for hole saws and make a perfectly straight cut every time.



XL-Arbor Kit uses ABS shield & adjustment knob from Hole Pro X and CL model hole cutter kits. Arbor adapts shield to work with both 1/2"-20 & 5/8"-11 threaded hole saws up to 2-1/4" deep to control dust, provide straight cuts & control cutting depth.



With corded drills you can get away with using almost anything as a hole cutter but with cordless drills in general and in particular with the new lithium-ion drills a modern hole cutter makes a big difference in performance.

 "Pretty Good" 2008-04-18
By Rhyan A. Greenleaf (Kauai, Hi USA)
Overall this is a great product. They drill really fast and do the job right. I will agree though at times when your drilling through a stud that towards the end, when the spur is past the end and already sticking out of the other side, you do have to put alot of pressure on the bit in order to finish drilling the hole. Compared to what these bits do for me, this minor setback really doesn't bother me at all. These bits will not cut through nails so what I like to do is carry an extra set of bi-metal hole saws to cut out the nail then go back to using these bits because they're alot faster than hole saws.

 "Deceptive Lack of Marking of Country of Origin" 2008-03-25
By James Bond (Newport Beach, CA)
These bits are made in China yet there is absolutely no indication anywhere on the bit itself or the packaging of country of origin. I have seen individually packaged bits at Home Depot and some of them are made in USA and some of them are made in China. The USA ones have USA on the packaging and engraved on the bit. The Chinese ones have "made in China" in tiny print on the packaging and no marking whatsoever on the bit itself. The marking on the bit itself where it says the size is laser etched and NOT engraved like the USA ones. So, I know after this examination how to tell which of these bits are which. I do not buy Chinese made tools and certainly not expensive drill bits like these. The Chinese may make some things OK but in my experience tools are not one of those things. Buy Chinese metal and it will break on you and it is simply not safe to use. Real pros know what I am saying is true.



I called Milwaukee on the phone to inquire as to why there was no country of origin on this set and they flat out lied to me and told me that the bits are made in the USA. I told this person that I have never seen a US made tool in my life that did not bear "made in USA" markings and that these bits have no such markings. I also told her that her information cannot be correct as I have seen "made in China" on individual bits in Home Depot. These bits are simply too expensive to be made in China.



Look elsewhere.

 "Like Butta" 2008-01-25
By Carl Twain (TN)
These things tear through wood like there is no tomorrow. Yes, everything the other poster said is true. You do have to put some pressure to make that last little cut through the stud, and they can clog themselves going through multiple plates. But man do these things work. They literally pull themselves through 90% of the board. Not that you want to, but you can also cut through nails with these bits. After having used them to rough in various wires and pipes on my house, I couldn't imagine not having them for future rough-in work. They work superbly. You do need a drill with a 1/2" chuck if you are not using a Hole-Dawg.


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Milwaukee 0721-21 V28 28-Volt Lithium-Ion 1/2-Inch Cordless Right Angle Drill/Driver Kit

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Includes: (1) Milwaukee V28 3.0 Ah Lithium-Ion Battery - 48-11-2830, Milwaukee 18V / V18 - V28 Ni-Cd / Lithium-Ion Universal 1-Hour Battery Charger - 48-59-2818, Side Handle, Chuck Key, Carrying Case.

Milwaukee's cordless right angle drill is designed for boring large holes between studs or joists or in tight areas. This tool is great for plumbing and electrical applications such as drilling holes to run wire through studs and joists or boring holes in floors for plumbing venting. The tool features an extremely rugged motor and gear train that is capable of handling some of the toughest jobs and is durable enough to withstand job-site abuse. The 0721 features a 1/2 inch keyed chuck that includes a thick, clear coat finish to help prevent rusting. Voltage: 28 DC. Chuck Size: 1/2". No Load Speed: 0 - 400 / 0 - 1,000 RPM. Torque: 1,081 in.-lbs. Chuck Type: Keyed. Reversible Battery: No. No. of Batteries Included: 1. Amp Hours: 3.0. Spindle Lock: No. Capacity in Steel: 1/2". Capacity in Wood: 2-9/16". Tool Length: 18-1/2". Tool Weight: 10.9 lbs.
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- Light weight - 28V power with 18V weight
- 2-9/16" Capacity - Drilling 2x material with a selfeed bit
- Heavy Duty Gear Box, 0-400/0-1000 Rpm; 1081 in.-lbs max torque
- Head and handle swivel 360 deg - can be locked tight in any position
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 "Power for winch on sailboat" 2008-11-30
By D. Jackson (Seattle, WA)
It is not a total substitute for a permanent power winch on a 43' sailboat. Easy operation for the initial grinding on the main halyard or a jib sheet but will fault out (stop) when it gets close to the end (last 4-6 feet). Easy to handle as long as the winch is self-tailing.

 "Impressive" 2008-08-26
By T. Judd (Berkeley)
I'm an electrician working in the bay area and this tool is new to our truck. We just finished our first big job using it exclusively. The convenience of this tool is amazing. It works steady and compared to our super hog it works slow but by the time the super hog is set up this drill has made the hole and is back in the box. I really wish milwaukee could figure out a way to adjust the angle of the neck without the use of wrenches but this is their standby right angle drill design and I guess they are sticking with it. Battery life is good and we use three V 28 tools now so lots of batteries kicking around makes everything convenient. We will buy more of these in the future.

 "nice product" 2006-11-03
By A. Hovak (upstate NY)
The product is extremely heavy duty and works for everything you'll need a right angle drill for. I have a 28v hammer drill and a 28v impact wrench as well and they all perform exactly as described from the manufacturer. For the price, the 28v units are pretty pricy. The fact that they are so expensive and there is only 1 battery is the only reason I gave it 4 stars. If this review was based on the quality alone, it definelty gets a 5.

 "great product" 2006-06-05
By A. Firestine (Fort Wayne, IN)
I have been using this item for about a week now and it is impressive! With almost 1100 in/lbs of torque this drill eats through 2x studs like you would not believe! This item really lives up to the claim of corded performance without the cords. The batteries last longer than any NiCd on the market. I would have like it to have a keyless chuck as the keyed chucks are a little less convenient. A rep for milwaukee said they tried the keyless chucks but the bit would slip so I guess they did the right thing in making the keyed chuck. It can also be inconvenient to adjust the drill although it can be rotated a full 360 degrees which is a great feature. Otherwise a must have for plumbers and electricians!


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Milwaukee 0920-29 V18 18-Volt Lithium Ion 4-Pack Combo Kit

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A great professional cordless tool kit. 18 volt Lithium-Ion has the best power-to-weight ratio of any cordless tool and now Milwaukee durability is available in 18 volts and is backed up by a 5-year warranty, the best in the industry. My favorite aspect about Milwaukee Lithium-Ion cordless tools is the "fuel gauge." The "fuel gauge," as they’re calling it, indicates how much battery power is left in the battery, as well as when you need to recharge it. Lithium-Ion batteries do not dissipate their charge like their NiCad cousins. A fully charged, unused NiCad battery will dissipate 20% in 24 hours, where as a Lithium-Ion will only dissipate 1 percent to 2 percent in the same time period. Also, a Lithium-Ion battery will give the tool optimum 18-volt power, until recharge time, when the power output will noticeably drop off suddenly. A fresh NiCad battery will only provide 18-volt power at the beginning and will "fade" in power steadily until recharge time. Do yourself a favor and go Lithium.

Recip Saw
This recip saw, also called "sawzall," after the first one developed many years ago by Milwaukee, has a two-finger trigger and anti-slip rubber grips over the front housing and the handle. This powerful tool has variable speeds, trigger lock-on and an adjustable shoe to extend blade life. This recip saw cuts fast (2,700 strokes per minute) and has a 1-1/8-inch stroke length. Vibration is also low, which makes it more comfortable to use. This 18-volt sawzall has an overload protection clutch to protect the tool during heavy-duty use and a tool-less blade clamp for ease in changing blades. It has a tool-free adjustable shoe to extend blade life and depth-of-cut-control. The balance is a bit off, but when demo-ing with a recip saw, balance is last on your mind. It’s light enough not to cause extra fatigue due to a front-heavy design. The handle doesn’t have enough room, when using the bulkier type of work gloves. If you use a tight-fitting glove, you should have ample room to work comfortably.

Circular Saw
This powerful and fast 6-½-inch cordless saw has a responsive blade brake and a 50 degree bevel. The blade guard has a lower lip to catch on the front edge of lumber during bevel cuts, so it retracts as the cut progresses, instead of getting caught and stalling the cut.

Hammer Drill
This powerful hammer drill boasts 450 in./lbs. of torque and has a ½-inch chuck with ratcheting carbide jaws to securely clamp the bit when drilling and driving. There is nothing more annoying than to have to stop drilling just to retighten the bit in the chuck. This tool drills faster than most, has anti-slip rubber grips and heavy-duty bit storage on either side of the tool. It feels nice in the hand, but is a bit heavy for a Lithium-Ion tool. This is a very nice drill to use and will conquer any task you throw at it.

Light
The light has a long-life, and a very bright Xenon bulb. A nice feature is a belt clip on the light itself, as well as a swivel head for adjusting the light to any angle. There’s even a spare bulb under the lens cap! This is a great feature. I can’t believe no one has thought of this before. It can take weeks to find the time to order a new bulb. Every work light should have an extra bulb. -- Gabriel Shantara Ford
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- 18-volt lithium ion combo kit with reciprocating saw, circular saw, hammer drill, and worklight
- Circular saw runs maxmum 3200 rpm; sawzall recip saw delivers up to 2700 strokes per minute; dril offers 450-inch-pounds of torque
- 18-volt batteries fit existing Milwaukee 18-volt Ni-Cad tools; existing 18-volt Ni-Cad batteries will run lithium ion tools
- Kit includes universal charger, battery, carrying case
- 5-year warranty
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 "save your money" 2009-11-25
By Jason M. Leach
I am an electrician who needs tools that will work every day, these were not it! Have had the same kit for one year, except mine came with the impact instead of the circular. The impact and flashlight are the only two I have been satisfied with. When the sawzall bogs down/jams on the material slightly, which it does often, the battery drains instantly. I made two 8"cuts on a 1/4 " piece of plywood the other day and the battery was dead. Almost useless. The V18 hammer drill that came with the kit caught on fire after one year as well. Haven't tried to get it fixed yet..........Very disappointing. I once was a Milwaukee fan, not any more. Wanted to warn others, so they would not make the same very expensive mistake of a purchase.

 "Great Combo" 2009-10-01
By Glen (Cleveland, Ohio)
I've owned the Milwaukee combo for about a month and used it on two small projects so far. It repalces my old 14.4 Nicad combo. The drill is a little heavier than the 14.4 drill but the extra torque and battery life are worth it. The keyless chuck system works well. The trim saw works especially well compared to the old one. The blade depth lock was a little difficult to loosen the first time but worked well since. I have only used the recipricating saw once to cut out a window jamb. It worked well in cutting through the wood and the nails. The charging system works quickly and shuts off when done something my old system did not do. The fuel gauge on the batteries is helpfull in knowing when to charge. As billed there is no power loss as the battery is depleted.



This package should suit my needs for years to come.

 "think about it........." 2009-06-28
By Dan Briggs (CA, USA)
If you are not already married to Milwaukee I WOULD STRONGLY SUGGEST you buy DeWalt or Makita. While the Milwaukee tools themselves are very good, the battery systems suck!!! Read all the problems the NiCads have had, I personally have trashed 7 of them. The V series Lith Ions ARE better but if they are so good THEN WHY DID MILWAUKEE CHANGE THE MOUNTS ON THE M SERIES so they don't fit the V series or NiCad tools!!! Shame on Milwaukee for not passing on the benefits of their newest technology to existing customers

 "Durable Performers" 2009-05-15
By Kenneth L. Drake (Clovis, CA)
Bought this set 10 months ago for me and my help to use for demoing siding, trim, decks, fences, etc. I have a Makita LXT 601 kit for myself. This kit is very durable and powerful for an 18 volt Li set. Batteries slightly outlast the Makitas and well outlast the older Porter-Cable 19.2 volt kit I passed down after 4 1/2 years of use. Outlasts dewalt 18v XRPs (brother's set) The tools themselves are what you would expect fron Milwaukee. The Sawzall has a good handle and front grip, the blade clamp never lets go during a cut and the variable speed is right. Circular saw holds it's adjustments and has a nice baseplate, it's also as powerful, but the lower guard hangs up a bit. The Drill doesn't get used much and is pretty hefty, but it's always the one I get for tougher drilling or using a hole saw. The light works.

Batteries went out at about 180 charges but are under warranty and Milwaukee customer service is very good. These batteries now have a new and better cell formula, so I'm told by a Milwaukee rep. Overall the kit is well built... definately not the lightest or most compact, but a good set for an aggressive builder.

 "Beware of old batteries" 2009-05-07
By Z. Knappenberger
I ordered this set to replace a DeWalt set that was on its last legs. After doing much research, I determined that Milwaukee is at the peak of the price/performance curve for Li tools. I settled on the 4 tool pack (why the flashlight counts as a tool escapes me) knowing these 3 tools would meet most of my needs.



A couple days after receiving the tools and charging each battery thoroughly, I put them to use tearing down an existing deck on the back of my house. I was immediately disappointed. The Sawzall died after about 3 cuts. I tried the other battery with only slightly better results. I finished the job with corded tools, then called customer service. They recommended I take the tools to a service center. The service guy determined the batteries were bad and replaced them both. I then charged these batteries and put the drill to work screwing down backerboard for a tile job.....same poor performance.



Next I called Milwaukee in CA. They had me ship the drill, charger, and replacement batteries to them. 6 days later I got the tools back, with 2 new batteries. That made all the difference. These new batteries are incredible. Power and torque like you wouldn't believe.



So, what was the issue with 4 DOA batteries. My theory goes like this....the local tech taught me how to decode the serial number on the bottom of the battery. Turns out the batteries I got originally and the first set of replacements were all manufactured during the 42nd week of 2006. Must have been a bad run. The new replacements are 14th week of 2009. Bottom line, don't settle for poor performance. If these tools don't work great, get with Milwaukee. And beware of Li batteries made in the 42nd week of 2006.


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Milwaukee 2490-22 12-Volt Compact Drill and Hackzall Saw Combo Kit

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This 2-tool combo kit provides power tools and accessories in a convenient contractor bag at a great price. Tools Included: Hackzall, sub compact driver,, Storage Case Included: Yes, Volts: 12, Battery Type: M12 12V, Battery Included: Yes, Charger Included: Yes
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- The Milwaukee 2-Tool Combo Kit is an essential for DIYers, contractors, engineers, plumbers, or anyone who wants 2 of the most powerful cordless tools in 1 compact price
- M12 1/4-Inch hex screwdriver delivers 150 inches-per-pound of torque with a 15 position clutch and 0-500-rpm for fast driving
- M12 Hackzall reciprocating saw delivers 0-3000-spm at only 2.6-pounds and 11-Inches for quick cutting in tight spaces
- Includes 12-volt sub-compact driver, Hackzall saw, 2 batteries, charger, case, Phillips bit, metal blade, and wood blade
- Ships at 9.4-pounds
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 "Excellent!" 2009-12-20
By Laura Andrews (Portland, OR)
This is a great product. Lots of power, long battery life, fast charging. Uses ANY sawzall blades (you don't need to buy special ones). The drill is a nice bonus, but it only can use drill bits with the rapid change indent thing on the end of the bit, it is not a true chuck. Just FYI. I missed that when I bought it, but luckily all of my drill bits have that indent thing. As you can tell, I am not a handywoman, but I redid my whole powder room (drywall and all), with this set. Turned out very nice. The two batteries the set comes with are great.

 "Best Buy!!" 2009-12-11
By B. Amin (Bolingbrook, IL United States)
So far this tool set has surpassed all of my expectations. Power source behind all these tools is little Lithium ion batteries.Lots of juice in them before I have to recharge.



Really, A Best Buy!!!

 "Great Drill" 2009-11-27
By Fletch Lives
The drill is a great quality pruduct as you would expect from Milwaukee. The only reason I gave this 4 stars instead of 5 is because of the Hackzall Saw. It too is well built and made to last, but the reciprocating travel of the blade going back and forth just is'nt enough. It has it's purposes here and there, but don't expect this Hackzall to do what a full size Sawzall can. I bought a few pruning blades to go with it and it works great on live trees, otherwise it just lays there and collects dust. I highly recommend the drill but not the saw.

 "Milwaukee 12v drill/hackzall combo" 2009-09-24
By Scott P. Walczak (Los Angeles)
Purchased more for the small hackzall but the combo works great. Plus with the 'get a free tool offer' I also add the impact driver, so now I get 3 tools for less than $180. The saw does countless things for many different projects. The driver is small and handy for a 12v unit. I have other brands that are larger and heavier at that voltage and no longer use. Many reviews drool over the Makita models with their bells but I'm satisfied with this purchase.

Follow up: After some use the drills are still great for intended design purpose. The only issue with the hackzall is that it will overheat and stop cutting medium duty things like small tree branches. Keep it light duty (as intended) and it's still recommended. Battery life has also been above average.

 "Great package" 2009-07-11
By Tool Nut 102 (Silver Spring, MD USA)
I bought the hackzall many months ago, and was initially unimpressed with it, comparing it to my Sawzall and Sawzall Hatchet. BUT - after having it on hand for a number of months, I can now say that this is a GREAT tool, for those specific jobs where a real sawzall can't fit, or for any job where you would consider using a hand saw of any kind. The portability is a huge plus. The number of uses for this tool continue to expand, based on how handy it is to have around. The driver-drill is at least as good as the Bosch unit, and the locking collet design is a nice plus.



All in all, a tool package well worth the price. The only negative I can still find at this point is the cloth carrying bag. There are no hold-downs for the tools, so everything tends to get jumbled up and tools bang into each other in transit. At least some sort of pockets or velcro tie-downs would be an improvement.




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Factory-Reconditioned Milwaukee 3107-8 7.0 Amp 1/2-Inch D-Handle Right Angle Drill

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SPECIFICATIONS Milwaukee 3107-8 1/2 Inch Right Angle Drill; Voltage -- 120 AC; Chuck Size -- 1/2 inch; Amps -- 7.0; RPM w/RAD -- 0-350/0-750 RPM; No Load Speed -- 0-500 RPM; Chuck Type - Keyed; Gear Train - Quadruple; Cord Type -- 8 ft. Quick-Lok; Construction type - Grounded; Spindle Lock - No; Length -- 16-3/4 inches; Tool Weight -- 10.3 lbs.; Shipping Weight 16.5 lbs; The Milwaukee 3107-8 Includes: Carrying Case, RAD Assemble, Side Handle, 9/16 inch Open End Wrench, 3/16 inch Socket Wrench, Chuck Remover Bar
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- Reconditioned Milwaukee Products have a One Year Limited warranty through the Milwaukee factory or an authorized service center
- Designed for drilling between joist, studs, in tight corners, or in close quarters
- 0-355 rpm on low, 0-750 rpm on high, and 0-500 rpm with right-angle drive removed
- Trigger speed control for precise applications
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 "a real meat eater" 2010-04-01
By Mr. Robert Carroll (Freedom ,Ca)
This thing is a real work horse. It's got the torque to drill through anything. Before when I needed a drill such as this, I either borrowed one or rented one. But when I saw the price I bought it with no hesitation. I've bought other Milwaukee reconditioned tools before and they performed flawlessly. This drill performs and delivers like a new one. When I knew that I had some remodel work to do I knew I had to get this knowing that I could use it without the meter running. I can also take off the angle drive and use this drill to mix tile grout and ect. This thing rocks. Ive never had a problem with any Milwaukee poer tools.

 "milwaukee right angle drill" 2010-01-27
By Randall Albertson (Kalamazoo, MI, US)
This drill has been great. It was a factory-reconditioned drill, but I wouldn't have been able to tell except for the stickers that said so. No dings or scratches on this drill when it came. I did have to change the 90 degree attachment around because it was on the faster setting and I wanted the slower setting. That wasn't to easy because I couldn't remove the chuck. I had to take it to a motor repair shop where they removed the chuck fairly easy because they have the right tools. And they didn't charge me. But as far as the drill works, it is great. Very happy with the drill and the price compared to brand new.

 "So far so good" 2010-01-02
By Caleb Callahan (Norwalk, CT USA)
I have not used it much yet but like what I have



This tore right through a series of joists (end-to-end of an attic) followed by some doubled up studs at an awkward angle -- stuff that would have destroyed prior drills I have. So far this thing is solid -- the other reviews are on target.



I wanted to get the version of the drill with a slightly higher RPM but opted for the much less expensive refurbished version.



The pros:

Solid milwaukee drill - this type of corded tool is right in milwaukee's wheelhouse as far as what they do well.



The cons:

It is pretty heavy, corded, and you need a wrench to change the direction of the bit or swap the chuck. Per the description you can change the RPM by reversing the right angle chuck. All of these items are the trade-offs for getting a pretty solid tool that will stand up to a beating so they do not detract from the star rating at all; just worth knowing.



The only item I found annoying was someone's initials scratched into the handle -- easily corrected by scratching them out but that is the other trade-off for a cheaper, refurbished drill.

 "Great drill and a great price" 2009-12-18
By Jim McCorison (Orcas Island, WA)
I purchased this reconditioned drill due to the combination of capabilities and price. Generally I have found reconditioned products to be superior to factory new. They have had personal attention and been gone through at a level that doesn't normally happen on the assembly line. This drill arrived looking like new. If it weren't for the reconditioned stickers on the case, I would have thought it was new.



The only niggles that I have are that the hex key for the screw that secures the chuck was missing, and that the design of the rotation collar makes it difficult to loosen and tighten the bolt nearest the drill body. These are very minor flaws in an otherwise superb product.

 "Good heavy duty drill" 2009-11-24
By Computer Man
I'm very satisfied with this drill. I bought it for use with self-feed bits for drilling through joists, etc, and it has worked out very well. It feels like it will last the rest of my life, if not longer. It wasn't immediately obvious to me from the description that the High/Low gearing is not selectable with a switch -- instead it involves removing the right-angle mechanism, removing the chuck, putting the chuck on the other side of the right-angle mechanism, and re-attaching. Not a quick operation. But for my purposes, I leave it on Low all the time anyway. As far as speed control, it is true variable-speed (trigger controlled), just as you'd expect, but I wasn't 100% sure on that from the description either.


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Milwaukee 2492-22 M12 Combo Kit 3/8-Inch Drill Driver & Radio

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Includes M12 3/8'' Drill/Driver - 2410-20, M12 Lithium-Ion Radio - 2590-20, (2) MT Lithium-Ion Battery Packs, 30-Minute Charger, Auxiliary Input Cord, AC Adaptor, (2) AAA Batteries, Contractor Bag
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- 2-speed (0-1,500/0-400) all metal gear box--up to 35% faster drilling / fastening and Milwaukee durability
- Powerful motor: delivers 250 in/lbs of torque-- up to 25% more torque
- 3/8-inch single sleeve ratcheting metal chuck--Increased bit retention and durability
- M12 radio is equipped with premium weatherproof aluminum speakers
- Contains a weather sealed MP3 compartment
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 "Great Product" 2010-03-09
By D. Wright (dayton, ohio)
Nice piece of gear. The radio sounds very good for its size. The drill feels and functions as expected from a premium product. Very well balanced, ample torque and speed. My only issue is that I'm used to longer battery life but, I've been using a larger (18v) drill with a much bigger battery for several years. Besides, the extra battery charges fast enough that there is no wait time.

I would recommend this drill for anyone who is looking for a dependable product whether their needs be casual or high use.

 "Great combo!" 2010-02-19
By The Accretion Desk (Under the Big Sky, Montana)
I love both of these tools. The drill is better (larger, more powerful) than the first version, and somewhat larger. I like the chuck. Oddly, this is a 12v tool and in the old days we wanted much more power from the 9v Makitas to 14v Milwaukee and dewalts, to the 18v to the 28v LiOns of today. Now to start over at 12 again sometimes seems funny to me.



The radio works great and is perfect for an ipod touch. However, the battery life seems a little short and once again Milwaukee has chosen not to allow AC operation to charge the battery. Whatever!

 "Drill Good / Radio Bad" 2010-02-19
By John Safranek (Charlotte, NC)
Drill: Great drill. The chuck is real nice. A bit heavy but that's because it's made well.





Radio: After reading all the good reviews I felt a little let down. I was primarily disappointed with the sound. Even though it has an "equalizer" it's just a bass and treble setting.



On the plus side, the MP3 compartment is great and the side handles are a nice touch. Not the greatest radio but it's better than silence.

 "Great combination" 2010-02-03
By Rick (Santa Monica, CA USA)
This is a great little combo kit.



The radio:



-is convenient.

-is relatively small, in size, weight and sound.

-is not going to fill a big space with sound, but it sounds fine, albeit a little tinny. (However, I don't think you could expect more for the price and size.)

-seems to last a long time on a 12v battery.

-does not have a handle on top but has 2 side handles which are great for carrying it around.

-has a useful ipod/mp3 player compartment--it's a little work to get the ipod in there, but once in there, it is pretty secure--you can turn the ipod on, close the compartment, turn on the radio, hold it with one hand by one of the handles and listen as you swing it back and forth as you walk. Note, it's a little bit of a hassle to access the compartment if it's closed--so you may want to rely on playlists/shuffle in that case.

-includes a plug so that you can run it off a/c power.

-does NOT include a charger function -- i.e., your 12v battery cannot be charged by the radio when plugged in. (that would probably increase the weight)



The drill/driver:



-seems solid

-seems to have pretty good power (but I wouldn't want to try to build a deck with it)

-seems well suited for around-the-house tasks

-lasts a long time on a charge

-is pretty comfortable

-has forward/reverse buttons that are a little awkward in their placement but they're workable

-does NOT have a holder for bits.



A nylon bag is included that will hold everything in the kit with some room to spare so you can include bits and one or more (depending on the size) m12 tools--the light and another driver would definitely fit into the bag also. This is much more useful than a molded plastic case. I like that they didn't make the bag an exact fit -- that would be too small. I have seen tougher nylon tool bags but this one seems like it will last a while.



All in all a nice combo kit and a pretty good bargain.

 "milwaukee 2492-22 m12 combo kit" 2009-12-04
By Edward Reavis (Galax , va)
This driver is a wonderfull tool for those small jobs and hard to get to places were a regular size drill cannt fit into. we use it daiyl and it hasnt let us down yet . The radio has great sound for such a small piece of eqpement. we like to get to rocking on the job and this radio picks up the stations we like real good


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Milwaukee 0370-20 3/8-inch, 55-Degree Close Quarter Drill

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This Milwaukee 3/8in. close quarter drill is a unique design for access into tight work places where a full size drill doesn't fit. Its lightweight, paddle switch and comfortable grip make this tool feel like an extension of your hand. U.S.A. Amps: 3.5, Chuck Size (in.): 3/8, Speed (RPM): 1,300, Side Handle: No, Keyless Chuck: No, Variable Speed: Yes
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- Metal framed gear train for longer gear life
- Large paddle trigger for smooth control and easy grip-inch any position
- Angled chuck for reaching close quarters other drills cannot reach
- Textured palm grip reduces slipping
- Reverse lever for one hand operation
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 "agree--and disagree" 2010-02-13
By chevyhed53 (Hammock, FL)
The Milwaukee close quarter is the best power tool I've bought in a long time. Gets the job done with power and with ease. I do agree with the guy who is getting rid of his on one score: The large trigger, which is part of what makes the tool so easy to use, can be a hazard if you're not paying attention. It is indeed very easy to activate accidentally, and especially when changing (ouch) bits. It just takes some getting used to. It's like a fine sports car--a perfect performer once you get used to its quirks!

 "One of a kind" 2010-01-07
By Duncspal
I had to replace the predecessor of this drill as the brass pinion gear finally stripped the last time I abused it.



The new drill has improved forward/reverse positioning and controls versus the previous model. It is a bit larger which is a bit of a negative.



I was in the middle of a wiring project when the drill gave out. Since this is a specialized tool I wasn't successful finding it at home stores. I did Buy a $250 Makita close quarters drill. I took it back. It overheated, didn't have the torque required to drill through 3 2x4's with a 3/4" auger drill and other issues.



I would strongly recommend this drill for close quarters use. I would caution users that, as with any specialty tool, this is not an all purpose drill. The sensitivity and placement of the trigger makes driving screws or other speed sensitive work difficult if not perilous.

 "Great product" 2009-12-23
By adkwood4sale.com (Canton, NY)
I use this product in my lathe work. The pistol grip gives me good control. The shape allows me access into my bowls for sanding. I highly recommend it.

 "Milwaukee close quarter drill" 2009-10-02
By Edward J. Conway
Good tool. Kinda clumsy if you have small hands but preforms the job well.

 "Be very careful with this drill" 2009-08-17
By A Pokemon Father (Cincinnati)
As another reviewer noted, this drill can be very dangerous. I was changing bits the other day and while I was tightening the bit using the chuck key, the hand holding the body accidentally pressed the trigger trapping two fingers between the body and the chuck key. I could not remove my fingers. I finally had to pull the plug which released the pressure. I almost lost the tip of my finger in this accident. I will be returning this drill to Amazon today and getting the Bosch or other model with a safety trigger. I realize the instructions call for unplugging the tool while changing the bits, but honestly how many people do that with their drill?



I will say this drill has tons of power as evidenced by my chewed up fingers.


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