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I am looking at the Dealt DW226 3/8 Key less VCR drill, which is 0-1,200 and 7.0 AMP and the Milwaukee (Model # 0236)”Anniversary” 1/2 Magnum drill, which is 0-850 and 5.5 AMPS. I nMAPS. new all purpose drill to complement my DeWalt 12VDealtess that can go the distance when necessary. Given the higher AMP rating, I am inclined to go toward the DeWalt, buDealtow what a great reputation the Milwaukee corded drills have. I need some input to tip me either way. Prices are comparable at Tool Crib, they are within $10.00 of one another. Thanks for your help.
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I think it depends on what you are going to be doing with it (hole saws,drill bits?) and where (shop, ladder, overhead?). Despite its lower amp rating, I believe the the Milwaukee is a heavier duty drill and would perform better with larger hole saws and spade bits because of its gear reduction and its keyed chuck.
*Without a doubt, get the Milwaukee. The DeWalt's motor may seem impressive but it only compensates for minimized gearing. The Milwaukee motor, while smaller, will over time outperform the DeWalt by a long shot. If you have ever used a DeWalt drill you will notice that the body heats up quite rapidly. This is due to the motor being overworked. In addition to this, I have the very Milwaukee drill that you are looking at and believe me, it is sweet. Hope that helps a bit - Nick
*Always real good to have a 1/2" drill.
*I've used the Milwaukee for years in the shipbuilding industry. The first 0324-1 that we ever purchased was still with us when I left the company (10 years). We used it primarily for drilling in 3/8" -3/4" steel with standard twist drills and hole saws. I bought the same drill (except the 3/8" model, 1200 RPM)for my house, its 14 years old. My experience is only with the key chucks. this is a heavier drill but highly recommend.
*Milwaukie drills rule.....Dewalt is yellow crap....near the lakeside stream,ajWe just finished drilling fifty 6' holes in a crib dock on Lake George to reinstall all new steal rodding.....Milwaukie drills did the job with the hole hawg being unstoppable...Try getting a Dewalt repaired...I did the other day and the first thing out of the guys mouth was.."I see you dropped the tool and it also was rained on...."....Well he found the problem...a nick in the plastic limiting the switch movement...no charge for thirty seconds...but he sure was ready to blame me quick....yellow crap and crappy rep service to boot.
*Nick's advice is dead on. The Milwaukee is an excellent tool, made to last, and take punishment. It has a lot more metal components, and better too. The DeWalt would be okay for 1/2 the price, but any more than that, get the Milwaukee. I have beat 3 DeWalts, have no complaints, except the chucks are crap. If you rub the chuck against anything, even drywall, it'll die, and cost you $50 for a new one. Keep the chuck from hitting anything, and like Nick said, the things do get hot, but I have had great service from them.I'd still buy Milwaukee though for corded tools.MD
*Milwaukee makes nice stuff, DeWalt has the price edge ... guess it depends on your plans? I have the 2000 RPM DeWalt 1/2" drill, no complaints, and the Milwaukee 1/2" low-RPM RA drill (not the Hole Hawg, the $220 version http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0000223HJ/o/qid=964236234/sr=8-1/ref=aps_sr_th_1_3/002-3323160-8172018), a nice piece of stump-pulling machinery. For brute force ... Milwaukee is pretty cool.
*Milwaukee.No doubt about it.Ed. Williams
*Just on the off chance it hasn't sunk in yet, Milwaukee is the way to go, no question.
*Andrew, ever change a diaper? What color was in it?When DeWalt got bought out and started targeting the Big Orange crowd, their product line and quality went to diapers.If you want a drill you can pass on to your grandkids, get the Milwaukee.Haven't had good luck with their battery drills, though. Like Makita for these.
*No complaints about any of my DeWalt tools ( and I've got plenty and use 'em), but I have a special fondness for my Milwaukee drills, corded or not.One should never base a decision on color unless yer buyin' lipstick, BB
*Lowes has a color in their color charts.....Dewalt DeCrap DeYellow.near the crystal blue stream feeding the crystal blue lake,aj
*I have the 1/2" Drillzall hammer drill which I've used day-in/day-out for years, mostly to drill pilot holes in trim. That big drill is balanced so well that it's less tiring to use than a smaller one. I also have a 15 year old Milwaukee drywall driver - these folks know how to make drills.
*You guys are forgetting the pain factor. When I hang up a big bit in a tight space, the Milwaukee always slams my arm into any nearby object with much more force than my DeWalt!
*Hands down you cannot beat the milwakie drill. They have more power than you could ever use. Well worth the money.
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I am looking at the Dealt DW226 3/8 Key less VCR drill, which is 0-1,200 and 7.0 AMP and the Milwaukee (Model # 0236)"Anniversary" 1/2 Magnum drill, which is 0-850 and 5.5 AMPS. I nMAPS. new all purpose drill to complement my DeWalt 12VDealtess that can go the distance when necessary. Given the higher AMP rating, I am inclined to go toward the DeWalt, buDealtow what a great reputation the Milwaukee corded drills have. I need some input to tip me either way. Prices are comparable at Tool Crib, they are within $10.00 of one another. Thanks for your help.