Hammer Drill
Thread Starter
|
Lead Driver
Joined: Aug 2003
Posts: 6,305
Likes: 18
From: Boulder Creek, Ca
Hammer Drill
Looking to add a hammer drill to my collection of power tools. Thought I would check and see if any members can provide input in helping make a choice, 1/2" vs 3/8", and whether to go w/ power cord or cordless. Also, are there any particular feature(s) is should look for. Limited budget so likely have to purchase used, not going to be using on a daily basis, have a few projects down the road where a hammer drill would come in handy. Not user friendly when it comes to using power tools so don't think harbor would take the abuse. Any suggestions appreciated. Thank you
dave
dave
Last edited by daveengelson; Feb 3, 2008 at 07:50 AM.
Senior User
Joined: Mar 2004
Posts: 448
Likes: 0
only needed 20 or so 1" holes in a floor to mount my lift, so I bought a HF SDS hammer drill on special for $75 including shipping and 4 drills.
it worked great, I cleaned the dust off, put it back in the case, and haven't opened it for 3 years.
should have returned it, but didn't.
point is, for limited use and time is not critical, don't be afraid of HF tools,
you can return if you want for a refund
also, the Chinese tools are improving in quality............it won't be long until the Chinese stuff is as good or better than some US brands
it worked great, I cleaned the dust off, put it back in the case, and haven't opened it for 3 years.
should have returned it, but didn't.
point is, for limited use and time is not critical, don't be afraid of HF tools,
you can return if you want for a refund
also, the Chinese tools are improving in quality............it won't be long until the Chinese stuff is as good or better than some US brands
Laughing Gas
Joined: Nov 2003
Posts: 904
Likes: 0
From: PHOENIX
Definitely go with the 1/2 inch and a GOOD brand. I bought the black and decker orange one and I am not to impressed with it. I already broke the handle off of it and it makes grinding noises and takes like 15 minutes to drill a 3/8s hole deep enough for a redhead screw.
Senior User
Joined: Mar 2006
Posts: 487
Likes: 0
From: CT
Ive got all Milwaukee power tools so id vote for the 28v lithium ion hammer drill. I do masonry and it just eats right through whatever ive need to use it for. Also has the meter on the batt so you know when your going to be out of power, and its stronge till the last drop.
Thread Starter
|
Lead Driver
Joined: Aug 2003
Posts: 6,305
Likes: 18
From: Boulder Creek, Ca
Appreciate the suggestions, thank you. On impulse, hope did not make a mistake, put in a bid on a Dewalt 1/2" dual action variable speed hammar drill. Comes w/ couple extra bits, case, and side handle. Don't expect it to be go for my max bid, would like to look into couple of other brands. Although, several months ago purchased a Dewalt skill saw on ebay, as is, for $10. Installed a masonry cutting disk and used it to cut cinder blocks and red bricks figuring would dispose once project was completed. Darn tool is still going strong. Thanx again.
dave
dave
Last edited by daveengelson; Feb 3, 2008 at 03:25 PM.
Trending Topics
Post Fiend
Joined: Jun 2005
Posts: 7,047
Likes: 2
From: North west La
I have a Milwaukee 3/8 inch. It does great with good bits. Its about 10 yrs old & still going. I wish I'd bought a 1/2 to bore larger holes in concrete.
FTE Stories
Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts
AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make
Brett Foote
Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!
Michael S. Palmer
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home
Verdad Gallardo
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!
Joe Kucinski
2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road: Better Than a Raptor R?
Brett Foote
2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package First Look: 12 Things You NEED to Know!
Michael S. Palmer
10 Most Surprising 2026 Ford Truck Features!
Joe Kucinski
Top 10 Ford Trucks Coming to Mecum Indy 2026
Brett Foote
5 Best / 5 Worst Ford Truck Wheels of All Time
Joe Kucinski
Senior User
Joined: Nov 2007
Posts: 294
Likes: 0
From: Near the racetrack, WA
The one I use all the time (almost daily, when I do it's for 10 hrs in the day) is from Harbor Freight. I use it more for jack hammer than I do for drilling. But I does really well with concrete work.
http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=41983
http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=41983
Hotshot
Joined: Jan 2004
Posts: 19,760
Likes: 1,079
From: St Louis
Originally Posted by gustav129
The one I use all the time (almost daily, when I do it's for 10 hrs in the day) is from Harbor Freight. I use it more for jack hammer than I do for drilling. But I does really well with concrete work.
http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=41983
http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=41983
I've beaten the crap out of it and it still works very well with zero problems.
Steve
Thread Starter
|
Lead Driver
Joined: Aug 2003
Posts: 6,305
Likes: 18
From: Boulder Creek, Ca
Heard lot of good things about Hilti tools; unfortunately, used they are out of my price range. With Bosch, found you can order parts direct from the manufacturer and cutout the middleman. Pit fall of being an impulse buyer it's after commiting to a bid do I start wanting to reconsider. Now own the hammer drill mentioned in previous thread. Looks like paid less than half what the item goes for new, $65 including shipping and seems like it's in fairly good used condition. Appreciate the suggestions, thanx.
dave
dave
Last edited by daveengelson; Feb 4, 2008 at 01:07 AM.
