Features

• Not for use in "Red Iron" or structural steel
• Two Batteries
• Factory reconditioned to perform like new!
• Ideal for use in 12-24 gauge CRS
• Versa-Clutch torque system

Features

• Sets screws accurately
• Two Batteries
• Factory reconditioned to perform like new!
• Variable Speed
• Versa-Clutch torque system

Features

• Low speed (0-800 rpm) for decking and high torque applications
• High speed (0-2,300 rpm) for drywall
• Factory reconditioned to perform like new!
• Depth sensitive "set and forget" nosepiece for consistent fastener depth
• DeWalt-built high performance motor

Features

• DEWALT-built high-performance motor with fan cooling delivers maximum power and durability
• Powered by the DEWALT 12V "system" of battery packs
• One-year warranty through the Dewalt factory or an authorized service center
• Dual speed ranges (0-800/0-2,300 rpm); high speed for drywall, low speed for decking
• Depth sensitive "set and forget" nosepiece for consistent fastener depth

Features

• One-year warranty through the Dewalt factory or an authorized service center
• 3-speed all metal transmission, VSR 1-450/0-1,400/0-2,000 rpm, 0-34,000 bpm
• DeWalt-built high-torque motor delivers 450 in./lbs. of torque
• 1/2-inch ratcheting chuck with carbide jaws and automatic spindle lock
• Anti-slip comfort grip

Features

• DEWALT-Built High Torque Motor delivers 400 in.-lbs. of maximum torque
• Extended Run-Time Batteries XR+™ PACK Batteries provide more work per charge and maximum number of recharges with NO MEMORY
• One-year warranty through the Dewalt factory or an authorized service center
• 1/2" Single Sleeve Keyless Chuck for maximum capacity and ease of use
• Automatic Spindle Lock allows user to lock down on bits 2X tighter

Features

• Keyless chuck
• Factory reconditioned to perform like new! Limit 1 per order.
• Two speeds
• Reversible clutch
• Electronic speed control

Reviews (1)

Fantastic, but the newer MForce is Better
This drill is the perfect tradeoff between weight and power. The 18Vs are just too heavy for long use. This drill will easily snap the heads of screws if you don't pay attention to the clutch setting. I have never felt that this didn't have enough power, and have often wished for a little lighter. But, unfortunately, you don't save much weight with the lower voltage drills. I change the chuck on mine to a 1/2" which leads me to the title. The newer MForce is one of the only 12V drills on the market to come with a 1/2" chuck standard (not all versions). ... Read more

Features

• One-year warranty
• Two-speed, variable speed, reversible
• Electric brake
• 170 in./lb. of torque
• Includes 2 batteries, charger, and case

Features

• Includes 2 batteries, charger, and case.
• Factory reconditioned to perform like new - with 1 year parts and labor warranty.
• Two-speed, variable speed, reversible.
• Electric brake.
• 200 in./lbs. of torque.

Features

• 18 torque settings
• Includes two batteries, charger and case
• Two-speed, variable speed reversible
• Externally accessible brushes
• 330 in./lbs of torque

Reviews (4)

Good as new
If not for the "factory reconditioned" labeling, I could not distinguish this from a new item. (Maybe I was lucky to get clean one, seeing the other reviews.) It works just fine.
Here are some observations to help you make your purchase decision:
-- I think that the 14.4v size is the best compromise between power and weight. My Black&Decker died part-way through the construction of my new deck, so I borrowed an 18v DeWalt from a neighbor and a 12v Makita from another neighbor while I was shopping for a new one. I found that the 18v was too heavy, but the 12v didn't have enough oomph and needed more frequent recharges. I got to finish the deck project with my reconditioned 14.4v and found to be JUST RIGHT.
-- One thing I liked about the DeWalt I borrowed that my Makita does NOT have is the all-metal ratcheted chuck available on the DeWalt XRP series. This allows you to tighten and loosen the chuck with one hand. But for average home-owner usage, the Makita chuck is just fine.

-- When shopping both online and at local discount home improvement stores, I found that the reconditioned verison is roughly a third less than new, making it a very good value, especially if you live somewhere that this can be shipped without sales tax. The free shipping that Amazon.com offered at the time I bought it was another advantage.

Disappointed
I hope the drill operates better than it looks. The drill looks well used. Not what I expected.

After 3 uses the torque setting no longer works. I can't even drive a sheetrock screw in with this drill with out the clutch slipping. What a waste of money and time. I'm buying Dewalt and Porter Cable from now on...and I won't be buying them online.

Makita NIMH Battery does not last 30% longer
I purchased this Makita drill with the NIMH battery because I work in the construction trade and I wanted a battery that I did not have to recharge all the time. The drill works well for me but one of the NIMH batteries do not seem to last 30% longer as Makita claims. When I charge the battery on friday and try to use it on Monday, the battery has drained to where I have to recharge it again, in fact my 9.6 volt Makita lasts longer than the 14.4 volt. I have sent it in to Makita under the one year warranty but they sent it back saying the batteries are "ok". I am not happy with this Makita kit, the money I saved buying a remanufactured drill was not worth it, now I have to buy a new battery and will be paying more money than if I would have bought the kit brand new at Home Depot.

Makita Rules in This House
I love my Makita 14-volt cordless drill. Make sure you get at least 12 volts guys if you're into anything remotely serious, including construction or building your own deck.

I've gone through two American drills- B&D- and this Makita has taken a beating. Dropped two stories, buried under a pile of timber, dropped down stairs and got a good soak once. (I don't recommend trying any of that.) The battery holds a charge for a decent bit and doesn't take long to recharge.

I wasn't set on the brand, but kept seeing it used by contractors and serious volunteers at a housing project. I'd highly recommend it to anyone who doesn't want to buy another drill. (Worth the money!)

Waiting for my other B&D tools to die so I can replace 'em with Makitas. ... Read more

Features

• Includes an extra battery
• Factory reconditioned to perform like new! Limit 1 per order.
• 18-volt battery
• Two-speed gear selection
• Metal gear housing and externally accessible brushes

Reviews (2)

great drill
Good torque, balanced and easy to handle. The bits stay tight and won't slip. This is a great tool. I would highly recommend it.

Just Like New
I have owned just about every brand of cordless drill since they started making them. My first was the old 9.6 Makita, it lasted for years until it was stolen . Since then I've had B&D 9.6 which was good, Panasonic 12v, but it couldn't handle everyday on the job abuse. I've had Craftsmen[ didn't last a year]. I've used De Walts and had co-workers tell me how dissapointed they were with them. I thought I finally got the TOOL!when I bought a Bosch 14.4, but I dropped it from about 4' and the housing and battery broke. I had seen and held one of these Makita 18's at my local home center, and thoght it felt rally solid. But the 249.00 price always made me shy. So I waited for the price to go down, it never did. I wonderd why, so I checked out all the specs. Metal Housing,2.0 amp hour rating, replacible brushings[ the only cordless tool with feature],plus the balnce and overall feel and quality. So when I saw this tool fact. reconditioned for 179.00 I bought one. Well I,ll tell ya this baby may as well be brand spankin' new and I couldnt be happier. If it's anything like my first Makita I'll be using it until some lowlife steals it. ... Read more

Features

• In-line pistol grip and large variable speed trigger for operator comfort and control.
• Factory reconditioned to perform like new - with 1 year parts and labor warranty.
• "Silent Synchronized" pin clutch for reduced noise and vibration.
• Variable speed (0-4,500 rpm) for fast driving into wood studs.
• Lightweight aluminum gear housing for durability and longer tool life.

Features

• Electric brake
• Compact and lightweight
• Variable speed
• Reversing switch
• Keyless Chuck

Reviews (1)

Minature right angle drill driver
I'm a contractor have installed lots of kitchens.I have had this tool for almost ten years and am buying a second. One will be used for drilling, the other as a driver.It is the perfect tool for installing cabinets and will allow you drill and screw together cabinets as narrow as nine inches. It is nice that is light and allows you to get in into akward positions without too much pain. Ive got a bunch of batteries so that the short run time doesn't bother me, but I imagine the 12 volt runs a bit better ... Read more

Features

• Exclusive brush cartridge system changes brushes in less than one minute
• Factory reconditioned to perform like new! Limit one per order.
• 5.5 amp motor, 0 to 2800 rpm, trigger speed control with reversing
• Heavy-duty industrial keyless chuck
• 8-foot two-wire rubber cord

Reviews (2)

Great Drill Even better price
I will not say that this will be the last drill you will ever own but its the last drill you will ever want for light to medium heavy duty drilling. At this price you can not go wrong. For an all duty drill this is the best. It has more than enough power for just about any job.

Gear heads, prepare to enter drill nirvana!
If you are a gearhead used to Black & Decker or Skill quality tools, this is going to be an eye opening experience. The Milwaukee drill can out torque, outlast, and just plain outwork any other makers drill. It literally can twist you around, its that torquey. The thing can drill all day and still remain cool to the touch, and ready for more. I get pleasure whenever I take it out of the drawer I keep it in, its obvious quality is a treat to handle, and I know it *WILL* handle the job at hand, whether drilling a 1/2" hole in a truck frame to install a hitch, or finessing a 1/16" hole in hardwood to drive in a brad. You will not regret this purchase! ... Read more

Features

• Limited warranty, 30-day no-risk trial
• 5-1/2 amp, 2,500 rpm, 50,000 bpm
• Reversing trigger speed control
• Removable brush cartridge system
• All ball and roller bearings

Features

• Change brushes in less than one minute with the removable brush cartridge system
• Factory reconditioned to perform like new
• For percussion drilling in concrete and masonry
• Drilling without hammering in wood and metal
• Trigger speed control in 2 ranges, plus reverse

Reviews (1)

Great heafty drill, lots of torque,
This is a very impressive drill. The metal case is sold elsewhere on Amazon for a pretty hefty sum. The drill has the popular pistol grip and a nice side handle. Squeesing the trigger results in a smooth acceleration to a very speedy top speed. The hammer kit is supposed to come with carbide hammer bits, but unfortunately mine was missing them. Three weeks, several calls, and numerous emails later and I still don't have them, so I can't review the hammer function.

Otherwise a very heavy-duty manageable drill. Highly recommended if you can get the complete kit. ... Read more

Features

• One-year warranty
• Includes two 3.0 amp NiMH battery
• Compact: 8-3/16 inches long
• Lightweight: 3.9 pounds
• 293 in./lbs. of torque

Features

• 45-minute charge time
• High-capacity NiMH battery
• Compact: 8-3/16 inches long
• Lightweight: 4.4 pounds, including battery
• 390 in./lb. of torque

Reviews (4)

Don't buy this one! Buy a new one instead
I would say this is a great deal and would feel comfortable with it being reconditioned if it came with two batteries like a new one. What do they do with the other battery when it comes back, throw it away? Another battery will cost you around $90 and you need two. Anyway, I've owned one of these for 4 years and it is still going strong. This is an excellent product.

The Best Cordless You'll ever buy
I've had 4 different cordless drills. My wife bought me this one 3 years ago and I virtually used it steady for two years while building a new house for my son. It is a great drill with plenty of power and with the extra battery you don't need to worry about running out of soup.

Only one Battery?
A reconditioned Panasonic drill for $159.00 is great if you get the two batteries with it. On a new one you get two baterries for $199.00, I don't see the savings personally.

A Strong and Reliable Cordless
We have been using these drills in our plumbing fabrication shop for four years now.Started with two in '98 bought another in'99.We use them to torque No-Hub clamps,tighten U-Bolts(much faster than wrench or ratchet),drive screws,small bolts and nuts as well as drilling up to 3/8" holes in 1/4" mild steel.Also works great for cleaning copper fittings with the wire fitting brushes and short copper pipe nipples when placed over the fitting brush.Battery life and run time is great on these drills and all three are still mechanically good. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

This cordless driver/drill from Porter-Cable has a 1/2-inch keyless chuck that is easy to adjust and reacts quickly to the trigger. It offers 360 inch-pounds of maximum torque, a 20-position clutch, and a two-speed gearbox with a maximum speed of 1,450 rotations per minute. There's plenty of power for almost any home-based project, as well as many professional applications. The battery has an extremely tough slide-on attachment design that is almost impervious to wear, and the grip is comfortable and well balanced. We especially like the rubber portions of the grip, which add friction and make it feel more secure in your hand than tools with all plastic grips. It also comes with its own plastic case, a double-ended bit tip, and a diagnostic charger with an LED warning system. Overall, it's relatively lightweight and, in our opinion, as solid as any drill/driver we've used. --Jonathon Tudor ... Read more

Features

• Two speed gear box
• Factory reconditioned to perform like new! Limit 1 per order.
• Includes two,14.4 volt/2 amp hour batteries
• 1/2" keyless chuck for easy bit changes
• 360 in./lbs.torque, 20 position clutch

Reviews (2)

Richard a sheetmetal journeymen from Michigan
I've had this drill for over 2 yrs and just love it. I've tried the millwaukee and dewalt, give me the PC everytime.

Worth the money
In my job, sheetmetal mechanic portability and durability are two of the most important factors dealing with hand tools.The 3/8 and 1/2 inch porter cable drill meets those demands.With the dual gear switch you can adjust the speed and with the torque adjustment you can ensure to eb on the safe side when using the drill motor as a driver for screws or bolts 5/16 up to 1/2" I would recomend the 1/2 drive for larger bolts. Whether I'm on the ladder or a scissor jack I have enough other tools in my pouch so dragging cords chuck keys etc makes my job more hassle. The portability of this item is great,as for the flashlight now talking about brightness it will definately give you some serious light as well with its rotary head making it hands free it will stay on most horizontal surfaces or if needed upsidedown it may be secured with a small rope thereby allowing to have the light over your shoulder and rotate the head as required. Battery charges in a resonable time allowing for continuous use have one on the charger and oprating with one. The draw back I've found is the keyless chuck ensure chuck is tight or it will cause the dill bit or driver to stop while penetrating the material being drilled a regular key chuck would ensure proper tightness without jaw damage and a satisfied user Bothe portability and durability are highly accented byt eh sturdy case housing the dill light charger and battery. Sap it lock its less the weight of a tool box and it may be maintained in limited sopace such as a gan box taking up very little space as well protecting it from the enviroment dirt grease etc. Good choise ... Read more