Sears.com has the Craftsman 4.8 volt Pistol Screwdriver for $25 + shipping. Shipping is $9; Free in-store pickup in most locations. Includes concealed battery pack, charger/adapter, 32 piece accessory bit set. [Compare]
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Vikramaditya - Posted 11:58 am PDT 06/7/09 (68 Posts)
Sears link doesn't work but here's the KMart one: http://www.kmart.com/shc/s/p_10151_10104_9990000048642711P?keyword=craftsman+4.8+volt&sid=K-on-Sx20k061224x02
In any case, what exactly makes this a ... "Pistol Screwdriver" vs. just a drill? And any comments on how well it works around the house?
In any case, what exactly makes this a ... "Pistol Screwdriver" vs. just a drill? And any comments on how well it works around the house?
#2
gulf54 - Posted 12:11 pm PDT 06/7/09 (1943 Posts)
#1 - your wife is tired of just pistol screw around the house - get her a rifle screw from #3!!
#3
dave_c - Posted 12:43 pm PDT 06/7/09 (8411 Posts)
#1, smaller, lighter, arguably cheaper, lower voltage, only one slower speed, 1/4" collet instead of a chuck, and comes with several bits.
Personally I'd rather a dual speed range, variable speed drill for the higher torque but somebody must buy these things or they wouldn't sell well enough to bother making them.
Price doesn't seem too good for what it is, and having a single battery pack and crude unregulated trickle charger.
Personally I'd rather a dual speed range, variable speed drill for the higher torque but somebody must buy these things or they wouldn't sell well enough to bother making them.
Price doesn't seem too good for what it is, and having a single battery pack and crude unregulated trickle charger.
#4
EchoTony - Posted 1:11 pm PDT 06/7/09 (374 Posts)
Go with the lithium stuff... These dry nicad/nimh are old school and loose charge quickly. Better stuff for $5 - $10 more.
#5
danpi - Posted 2:04 pm PDT 06/7/09 (1133 Posts)
The chargers kill the batts. Good for 6 mos, max. Pretty expensive screwing, all said.
#6
BlumpkinLover2 - Posted 10:25 am PDT 06/8/09 (144 Posts)
even if you think you just need a screw driver for $10-$15 more you can pick up a 9-12V drill that will give you a ton more flexability. You will be able to fix up tables and chairs, dressers and do just about anything around the house. I will admit the included bits are a nice touch, but just looking over the specs of this thing, you would be much better off spending about $15 more.
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