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I switched to a 1 inch spade bit and that was much better, I could lower speed and it was smooth and less dangerous. I did not have any problem with the switch as some complain about, that works fine for me. I'm wiring a new cabin and needed something to drill 1 inch holes through studs and joist. Also tried a hole saw but that takes too much time. Bottom line though is this lacks torque at slow speed with bigger self feed bits, but I think that's typical of most 3/8 drills. I wanted low speed high torque for use with self feed auger bit but this tool would not drill unless it was set to high speed. It worked using high speed but you better hold on as you break through the board, this is a real knuckle buster.
This is a good product.Absolutely no problem with the switch or anything else.I have used this drill for driving screws and drilling in tight spaces and I'm very happy with it.
I've gotten to drill number of 2 1/2" holes with this unit and it has worked great. I bought this Hitachi because of the Amps and reviews from other customers. If you are looking for a great little right angle drill - the Hitachi D10YB is a great choice. I've also had the opportunity to drill a 4" hole with this drill - and again it worked great. I had a Dewalt battery operated right angle and it would not handle the number of holes I had to drill. I was continually having to change out the battery or wait for the charge.and yes my batteries were good.
I have not had it long enough to know for sure, but it has the feel of a machine that will last a long time. The switch does not work well in this application, it is too hard to keep on, but i have used an arm band (i had one around for "tennis elbow) to "lock" the switch on while sanding.
I would have preferred some way to lock the switch on for use in sanding, but am OK with the drill as is.I considered the Milwaukee close quarter drill, but needed a true right angle for some of my drilling. This is easy, fast, does not get in the way, and works fine.
I bought the hitachi drill to replace a no-brand drill that burned out after only a bit of use. I have used mine for drilling between stud spaces, where the switch seems to work very well, and as a sander for a lathe.
I also considered the Makita, but the Hitachi has a more powerful motor and was less expensive. I have had it a month, and so far it seems like a very solid, very well made machine.
There has been discussion of the switch on the machine.
I liked the switch, it was nice not to have to hold it "on" yet still be able to shut it off quickly.Definitely a good tool. This was purchased to drill two holes in a tight spot on an engine. This drill was very compact, and fit well within the tight space.
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