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I know this one has been done to death at TIA, but we wanted an Aussie take on them Check out our write-up here: http://oz-tool-talk.tumblr.com/post/91705610008/bosch-brushless-review-drill-and-impact-driver-wrench

Thanks all! It was a fun tester... and they are readily available in Australia. Picked it up at my local hardware store.

review is up! http://professional-power-tool-guide.com/power-tool-forum/index.php?/topic/4548-review-makita-bl-hammer-drill-xph07/#entry35540

Hey all, Mike and I had a chance to review the latest 18V Makita Drill that's been making a buzz due to it's big torque claims. What do you think? Original (superseded video here): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LCMsK4mzR64&feature=youtu.be

needs? since when are power tools about needs? think you need to do some contemplation Javier! (just kidding, i know you're a tool nut too!)

I'll definitely do a review! A runtime test will de difficult ...

As some of you may have noticed, I really like my Bosch gear. I'm beginning to think that if I could only keep one of my platforms (20V Dewalt and 18v Bosch), that it might be the Bosch. Now I've got this on the way: http://sydneytools.com.au/bosch-18v-li-lon-cordless-planer-skin-only It's only got one blade (which makes me a little nervous), but apparently their blades are great. Whats more they are cheap, and double sided! http://www.amazon.com/Bosch-PA1202-Woodrazor-Tungsten-Carbide/dp/B00020J1Q2/ref=lh_ni_t?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER I'll probably post a review of this tool sometime soon (or maybe even a comparison with the 18v Makita), but for now, I'm just excited for a new toy! Big Lboxx is a nice bonus too

you do realise that this thread was about the Dewalt drill beating the Milwaukee

i'll be posting a review of the 4 Speed FEIN in the next week or two. (Also hoping to try out the big Makita, maybe )

if only it was ratcheting ...

Great job Javier! So from your results, the FUEL is a MUCH better masonry driller, while the 995 is the better (only in runtime) in high torque applications. Is that an accurate summary? Which is your favoured drill? (ignoring other questions of platform commitment etc.)

unfortunately I don't think Dewalt is any where near releasing a cordless plane, annoyingly. REP said not this year, but didn't promise next year either...

any idea when the other companies will do something similar? Bosch, Dewalt, Makita etc?

yeah every now and then one of those 4 tool dewalt nicad sets come up on ebay and i want it just for the case ...

FYI the Dewalt 12V kits comes in hard cases now in AUS.

Makita and Ryobi.

That Makita would be awesome for those with Makita platform! Love using a 7.25" blade.

The standard M18 still holds it own too - http://www.aconcordcarpenter.com/18-volt-cordless-circular-saw-head-to-head.html

i want one.

you do make some good points. but you can't blame USERS for having a bitter taste in the mouth after significant battery issues. That would be very frustrating. And its all a bit too fresh to be annoying users now with battery compatability issues. But yes, they have a huge line and some great tools. Its unfortunate that their compact drills (the most useful tool in the world) have copped such a hard time. My mate has 2 different recent compacts from Makita and is quite dissapointed. But I would be happy to own Makita. also, this drill needs to be market tested before it 'blows away' the competition. I don't however buy any crap about the masonry performance being the main point in a hammer drill.

Cool, thanks! Conductor, that's my partner Mike from OTT

anything here look concerning? The armature stack certainly has some uneven wearing to it, and the brushes haven't worn evenly... But the coils and commutator seem to be in ok condition ... thoughts?

Makita have some really nice tools (Impact Driver, Planer etc) and some really cool tools (2x18V tools, ROS). They also have a huge range. But they're issues with the batteries (reliability and now compatibility) and very poor offering in compact drills is a real blow.

http://professional-power-tool-guide.com/power-tool-forum/index.php?/topic/3889-best-random-orbital-sander/?hl=orbital

thanks guys. DR99 - i'm thinking along the same lines. since the brushes between 705 and 708 are shared i might pick up a set. i can always keep as a spare if the 705 is no good. then i might rig a temporary trigger setup for 705 and try to diagnose the motor issues before spending any real coin on it. might post a couple of photos of the armature to see if the obvious wear i can see if likely to be an issue...