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Posted by Joe on March 10, 2007, 7:26 pm
> FYI,
>
> <http://www.makitauk.com/index.php?page=36&catid=81&open=81#>
>
> Picked one up at my local Ace store but it seems that they are mostly
> available in Europe. (Note the above link is Makita, UK; couldn't find it on
> USA Makita site).
>
> It's technically an impact driver, but I use it to drive and remove difficult
> philips screws. 1/4" hex bit quick-release collar (lift up to unlock the
> bit).
>
> It's quite nice, although 2000rpm (single-speed, not dual) is a bit fast to
> just drive in wall switch and receptacle screws.
>
> 7.2v, 1Ah Li-Ion batteries about the size of a medium-size bar of soap.
>
> And the one I got is white! Well, kind of light gray, but not the Makita >
blue-green.
>
> Soft case with 2 batteries, charger, bits, 1/8"twist drill.
>
> US$100.
Lots of these on the market now. Look at the selection in Amazon.com
for an overview. Leaning towards the Bosch 12V for my next big
project.
Joe
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