DEWALT Drill, 8.0-Amp, 3/8-Inch, Variable Speed Trigger, Mid-Handle Grip for Comfort, Corded (DWD115K )

I've been a home improvement enthusiast for years, and my DEWALT Drill has become an indispensable tool in my arsenal. This 8.0-Amp, 3/8-Inch corded drill is a true workhorse, offering consistent power and performance for various projects around the house. One of the standout features of this drill is its variable speed trigger, which allows for precise control over drilling and driving tasks. Whether I'm working with delicate materials or need to power through tough surfaces, the variable speed trigger ensures I can adjust the speed to suit the job at hand. The mid-handle grip design is another highlight, offering exceptional comfort during extended use. This ergonomic design reduces strain on my hands and wrists, allowing me to tackle projects for longer periods without fatigue. Durability is also a key factor for me, and the DEWALT Drill certainly delivers in this aspect. Built to withstand the rigors of regular use, it has proven to be a reliable companion through countless projects, from simple household repairs to more complex renovations. Additionally, the corded design means I never have to worry about running out of battery power mid-task, providing uninterrupted performance when I need it most. Overall, I highly recommend the DEWALT Drill to any DIY enthusiast or professional looking for a reliable, versatile, and durable tool. It's certainly made a significant difference in the efficiency and quality of my projects, earning its place as a staple in my workshop.

I bought this drill a few years ago, replacing another corded drill (Craftsman) that had half the speed and drew one-third the amps. I immediately did the "Tim-the-Tool-Man" routine, driving a 3" stainless deck screw into treated pine in the blink of an eye, and snapping the head right off the screw in the process. Talk about more power! My old drill did well if it could bring the top of the head down flush with the top of the decking. A little practice taught me not to pull the VSR trigger in quite so far when doing things like driving screws. This thing has the strength to handle anything I've asked it to do, and a whole lot more. The drill has been great for all kinds of household tasks. The mid-handle grip really helps to control the direction. It's not as heavy as I expected, either. That little clip on top for hanging the drill onto various fixed objects hasn't proven itself particularly useful; it only slips over narrow objects, and won't hang over a 2x4, for instance. Big deal; it's still better than no hook at all, right? Also, the keyless chuck is a vast improvement over the old keyed type I was used to fiddling with. I was wondering if it would grip tightly enough, but I've experienced no problems to date. Overall, this is a great little drill. Update July 2013: I've let this thing gather some dust, having purchased an 18V Milwaukee cordless a while back. It's great too, but tonight I just thought I'd finish up the current project with the "old" DeWalt, to compare. I was drilling into brick, mortar, and concrete with the cordless, using a 1/4" carbide bit. (The purpose is to put in plastic inserts to hold brass screws, which hold brass stair nosing edges that will protect the freshly glued carpet on the back porch.) I rolled out a couple dozen feet of extension cord, but soon realized I'd have been done already if I'd started with this thing. Ka-ZOOM! Still has the power! I will keep taking the Milwaukee cordless as my usual drill, but when I have a job that requires a bit of oomph, I will probably be a bit more ready to unwind extension cord, track down the nearest live receptacle, and use the yellow thing again.

This is a wonderful drill. The chuck is marvelous! Long cord, not heavy, but plenty of torque. Easy to maneuver. I bought it for my daughter and after trying it myself on some ceramic tile I'm really impressed!

Amazing sturdy and powerful gets the job done.

I purchased this drill before a mostly DIY kitchen renovation where we figured we'd need the power of a corded drill. I'm really glad we got this drill as it is solidly built, well-balanced, and has a ton of power. I've used it to drill holes, from tiny ones to large Forstner-mades, drive all sorts of screws into studs and hardwoods, and mix thin-set. The chuck spins easily when changing bits, so it's fast to switch the chuck from a thin to a thick bit (or vice versa). I've never had a bit slip in the chuck - those teeth clamp down securely. The variable speed trigger is quite sensitive and there have been times when I've given it a little more power than I was wanting to and stripped a screw head or over-driven a screw deeper than I wanted to. In those situations, I might have opted for a cordless drill/driver since they're not as powerful or aggressive. It's taken me some time to get used to the sensitivity of the trigger and now I'm much better at squeezing gently and gradually. I didn't have all of this extra power in my previous drill and I was accustomed to giving the trigger a full squeeze all the time. But those cordless power tools will never be able to mix thinset (and if they can it won't be for very long!). If you do use this drill to mix thinset (with the appropriate mixing wheel, of course), take it slow and rest the drill plenty. It will overheat and smoke if you push it too hard. Another note - it's a fairly loud drill, especially compared to the wimpier cordless drills. And if you are doing finer work with it and like to have your face closer to your workpiece to the right of your drill (remember your safety glasses!), you'll get blast of air in the face from the side vent. Overall, this is a great alternative to the 18V cordless drills out there, especially if you don't want to drop $150-200 right now for a decent model + battery. I've found most of the time I'm close enough to an outlet where the corded aspect of the drill doesn't bother me.

High-quality drill for a great price. Glad it is corded. As a home user, battery-powered drills are never charged when you need them.

Works just as it should...perfect as a backup for my other Dewalt drill. Fast shipper and no complaints.

For a corded drill, this drill can't be beat. Very sturdy and made out of very fine materials. Easy to setup, easy to use. I have seen complaints about this model having wobbly chucks but this one is absolutely straight and true whether the bit is small or very large. Trigger is very and sensibly easy to control; goes smoothly from very slow to absolute tops in speed. Not too noisy but really gets up and goes when the work gets tough. Also, very comfortable to hold and use, even in tight quarters or for extended heavy duty work. I don't think that it could ever overheat due to the cooling fan pulling through a tremendous amount of air. An absolutely first class drill that I wish I had bought long ago. Thanks DeWalt and Amazon for making this so easily afordable and possible. Update 1/14/2014: Had a few glitches with the chuck acting as if there was something binding it up when opening up and closing down on bits. Could see nothing wrong but the problem persisted and I finally opened up the chuck about half way and put a few drops of Castrol synthetic motor oil into the opening around the edges. Held the end of the chuck in my fingers and slowly ran the drill back and forth with the chuck pointing upward forcing it to close and open its jaws a few times and the problem disappeared. Have used the drill several times since and the chuck is working very smoothly without a hint of the original binding. Just thought this might be useful to someone.

Excelente!

I have the cordless drill as well though it’s not powerful enough for some jobs. This corded drill is fantastic. Lots of power/torque. Highly recommend it.

Me gustó, uno de los mejores taladros

I had previously ordered a drill (4amp rated) but found it was not powerful enough to do the work I intended so I returned and got this one with 8 amps. Found it just right - enough power without wrenching my wrists. If you have a job that needs a bit more power this is the one to get.

Buen taladro, una poco pesado, pero en general bueno.