This was my third hard drill. The first was a kit containing this variable speed drill, batteries/charger and impact drill. The drill's ratchet chuck failed and I couldn't turn it to loosen the drill. I bought this "drill only" replacement and after only a year of light home use it failed like the first one. This purchase will be my second "drill only" purchase. I'd like a tool that lasts a long time, but I've even tried Dewalt and it failed the same way.