I have owned Dewalt cordless drills since there onset. Started with a 9.6v for home 15yrs ago,still going strong! I also have an 18v thats 6yrs old on the job with no prblems. Dewalt's whole line of cordless tools are great for do it your do it selfers or pro,s.dependable,quality tolls at fair prices!        Nsh 05/05/09