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Posted at 9:52 AM on Sunday 06/7/09 by
Ben
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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)  Report Spam

    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?

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    Anonymous - Posted 12:11 pm PDT 06/7/09 (16776936 Posts)  Report Spam

    #1 - my mom is tired of just pistol screw around the house - get her a rifle screw from #3!!

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    dave_c - Posted 12:43 pm PDT 06/7/09 (16750 Posts)  Report Spam

    #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.

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    EchoTony - Posted 1:11 pm PDT 06/7/09 (472 Posts)  Report Spam

    Go with the lithium stuff... These dry nicad/nimh are old school and loose charge quickly. Better stuff for $5 - $10 more.

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    danpi - Posted 2:04 pm PDT 06/7/09 (1133 Posts)  Report Spam

    The chargers kill the batts. Good for 6 mos, max. Pretty expensive screwing, all said.

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    BlumpkinLover2 - Posted 10:25 am PDT 06/8/09 (144 Posts)  Report Spam

    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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