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13 great gifts for do-it-yourselfers

Home improvement is more enjoyable with top-quality tools

By Inman News Feed

Add Comment | Comments: 0 | Posted Dec. 16, 2011

Dewalt 20-Volt MAX Compact Drill/Driver (Model DCD780C2, $219): Looking for more power in a compact package? Dewalt delivers with its new pro-grade 20-volt MAX lithium ion drill/driver. It's loaded with features, including two speed ranges (0-600 and 0-2,000 RPM); 1/2-inch keyless chuck; 16-position clutch; LED light; 1.5 Ah flat-bottom, slide-on battery; and a soft, contoured grip.

It's all packed into a compact body that weighs only 3.4 pounds and is just 7 1/2 inches long for easy access in tight spaces. It includes a complete kit with two batteries, fast charger, belt hook and hard case.

Remodeling and repair questions? Email Paul at paulbianchina@inman.com. All product reviews are based on the author's actual testing of free review samples provided by the manufacturers.