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I actually work at five different HD's a week assembling products. I have a Ridgid kit already so I'm not looking for extra tools. - This one is like my kit - http://www.homedepot.com/p/RIDGID-18-Volt-Hyper-Lithium-Ion-Combo-Kit-with-18-Volt-JobMax-Console-5-Piece-R9651-862004/204100855#product_description I also have a M18 Milwaukee cordless hammer drill that I've used for many hundreds of hours, very hard use. I've been very satisfied with it's reliability and that makes me lean towards Milwaukee. I use the impact for everything at the moment but it takes a bit of fine trigger control. It's great for things like wheel barrows and patio sets. The reason I'm leaning towards a clutched system is so I don't have to be careful sinking screws, I can just blast them down and let the clutch handle the whole not snapping the head off the screw thing. I'm looking at cordless electric screwdrivers with a clutch system for maneuverability and reduced weight but I'm concerned with torque and rpm. (Rather ignorant in the realm of electric screwdrivers, lots of reading hasn't looked favorable for the smaller ones. ) It doesn't seem that anyone here has a lot of experience with the smaller ones or the smaller ones just flat out suck. I looked at the M12 one today that already has the 1/4" hex bit holder and the clutch. There is a pretty solid chance I'll end up buying it as it's substantially lighter than my impact. I also think it would be able to keep up with 50-60 hours a week in use with me. Not constant of course, I have to stop to position things, open boxes, unpack. I get paid next Friday and I'll probably report back on what I bought, and how it's working for me sometime the week after that, if ya'll are interested. Or life might throw a new and exciting money sink at me as it's so found of doing and then I'll have to wait a bit longer. *crosses fingers, don't you dare world.. mundane, boring... yes* Thanks yet again everyone. I really wasn't sure what I'd run into when I got the idea to google for power tool forums, but you all have been great.

I've actually reconsidered the impact bit after some research and would rather have a clutch with auto stop so I don't worry about putting too much torque on the screws. My goal is zip zip zip. The Milwaukee 2101 series looks like a good fit. I'm just hesitant to take the plunge and buy one with no hands on. So, if you've used one and loved it or hated it let me know please. DEWALT DCF680N2 8V Max Gyroscopic looks good too. I'm more than willing to consider any other suggestions put forth. Thanks once again, you've all been great and I'll check back in the morning.

Thanks for the rapid responses. The M12 series seems like checking out and I've had great success with Milwaukee tools in the past. I was looking at a few screwdrivers like the Hitachi DB3DL2 3.6V, but I have no experience with smaller drivers like this and don't know if it would have the power to stand up to constant use, or torque the screws enough. It probably does but I haven't had experience with small drivers, or Hitachi. I looked at a similar one from Dewalt but I've no real love for Dewalt tools. Thanks again.

Hello everyone. I currently assemble things like grills and wheel barrow for a living. It's not glamorous but it pays the bills for now. It involves lots and lots of screws, and the cordless impact I have now (Rigid 18v X4) works great for most things but it's a little over powered for the detail work if you know what I mean. I'm looking for something with a 1/4" bit holder (quick swap) and a clutch or impact, to drive screws with. I want it to be small, the smaller the better. I don't mind if it's a right angle but I would probably prefer if it isn't, unless it's very compact. It must be impact or clutched so I have a little leeway at the end of the drive. I have no experience with electric screwdrivers so I thought I'd ask some people in the know. I don't really have a lot to spend, but as this is my livelihood and I'm payed commission I'll spend the money for a professional quality tool that will enhance my productivity. Thanks very much. Requirements - *cordless screw driver/impact *1/4" quick swap bit holder *zero to low kickback *small, lightweight, and compact *batteries that can be changed out *battery charger Bonuses - *long battery life or quick charging batteries *good warranty *long tool life