Bare-Tool Denali 565034 18-Volt Cordless 1/2-Inch Hammer Drill (Tool Only, No Battery) Review

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(More customer reviews)So far, after a couple weeks of working with it, no complaints. Which actually surprised me, since the price makes it seem like I would have had to accept a number of limitations. After hearing about another customers problems with his 3/8" denali's chuck, I tried a long sanding session with my 1/2" and a sanding drum to see if I could get any similar behaviour, but it kept going with no noticable damage to the chuck. It may be that the 1/2" is made a little stronger, as it weighs in at almost a pound heavier than its 3/8" brother. If I had my 'druthers', I guess I'd rather have Li-ion batteries, and the denali's ni-cd is a little bulky, but they created that rotating battery connector which helps a lot, by rotating it 180 degrees, it keeps it out of the way and provides excellent balance. Only gripe with that is the light should probably have been put someplace else, as the only way its really useful is when the battery is rotated forward. But whatever minor flaws it might have are easily overshadowed by its excellent torque, in either speed setting it has no problem drilling into steel, or pushing screws into hardwood, it has all the power you should need for any home project. The other features just make it better, like the built in bubble levels and the LED light, it adds up to a heck of a drill for the price.

But for now I'll have to leave it at 4 stars, as the big unknown is how well it will last over time, in six months or so, I'll re-visit this review and let you know how it's held up. Or if it dies at some point before then, I'll let you know that too. For such a low price, I would worry about its lifespan most of all, but its features and performance seem top notch.

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Product Description:
The Denali 18-Volt Cordless 1/2-Inch Hammer Drill features a strong 2-speed motor that ranges from 0 to 450 rpm in low gear and 0 to 1300 rpm in high gear. The 360 degree rotating battery pack allows for greater accessibility when working in tight spaces and is also equipped with a work light. Drill features 24 torque settings and a soft, ergonomic overmolded grip. Package includes tool only. Denali 18-Volt Cordless Battery Pack.
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Named after the tallest mountain range in North America, Denali tools stand above the rest in providing an exceptional blend of quality craftsmanship, professional-grade features, and customer value. All homeowners, hobbyists, do-it-yourselfers, and price-conscious contractors will appreciate Denali's design and functionality. Denali products compliment one another and will be an indispensable and long-lasting addition to any home or workshop. Our products undergo rigorous third-party testing to ensure high performance standards. Denali tools are available exclusively on Amazon.com.

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