I am about to get a cordless drill for work -- tired of dragging mine in from time to time to do things.

My most recent drill is a a Bosch 14-volt model that I have been very happy with -- light, easy to handle -- but I have not had it that long nor have I abused it as much as some other I have owned. I bought the Bosch based on my extreme happiness with a Bosch jig saw, the predecessor to the Bosch 1581AVSK. It is the best tool I have ever purchased. I have asked that Bosch to marry me (waiting for answer).

I was sold on Makita for a while, but then destroyed a couple of their 9 and 14-volt cordless drills. Yes, I know I asked too much of them, but still....

Weight, power and expense-wise, I don't think I need an 18-volt specimen.

The list of manufacturers selling these in US is not endless, and some (Skil, B&D) don't even rate consideration. Before I buy another Bosch, though, I am just curious as to whether any more industrious cordless tool-using BBSisitas have any opinions as to others I should consider over the Bosch.... Milwaukee?
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Jim


'Tis the exceptional fellow who lies awake at night thinking of his successes.