Tools & Materials
Makita - Makita LCT209W Drill and Impact Driver
Compact design
Dec 04, 2014
Compact Design
Drill test – 3/8-in. holes: 17
Drill test – 3/4-in. holes: 7
Driver test – 3-in. screws: 53
Driver test – 4-in. screws (inches driven): 2-9/16 in.
Street price: $130
Batteries: 1.3 amp-hours
The Makita tools’ appeal lies in their compact design, second only to the Bosch. They slip easily into a tool belt, and the drill has a locking chuck. The tools also have a battery-level indicator.
Fine Woodworking Recommended Products
Fein Turbo II HEPA Wet/Dry Dust Extractor
Among the most powerful HEPA-rated shop vacs on the market, Fein’s Turbo II is quieter, more compact, and nimbler than the rest.
Festool DF 500 Q-Set Domino Joiner
This joinery machine revolutionized woodworking for so many. There is no easier way to get mortise and tenon joints—but it comes at a cost.
Festool Cleantec CT 26 E HEPA Dust Extractor
The clear winner here is Festool’s CT 48 Dust Extractor. It has amazing capacity relative to its size, and unmatched suction power. It packs in a number of subtle but very helpful design touches, like a clever foot brake and easy hose and cord storage.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google
Privacy Policy and
Terms of Service apply.
Log in or create an account to post a comment.
Sign up Log in