Makita HP2050 1-Inch Hammer Drill Review

very low power. The chuck will loosen under heavy stress no matter how hard you tighten the wrench. Has much less power than my battery punch. The key/chuck interface is not very good and will likely fail over time. The device looks almost like a fake. I usually love Makita tools, this one is sold in the yard.

When I was planning a garage renovation I knew I was going to need a hammer drill to fasten wood to concrete. I've compared shopping at major stores, Home Depot, Lowes, and a few others. It was the best price for what everyone else had. I got it in less than a week. I was a carpenter/finisher in a previous career and many of my Makita power tools are among the best on the market, they last almost forever (I still have most of my original tools), well balanced, ergonomic, just a staple on the…

Drill Chuck marked 3/4" but it isn't! It's only 1/2" This is it last time I buy a Makita! It doesn't matter how good this workout is or not. I can't fit a .700" drill bit in it so I can't use it! I can't return it either as Revain refused has to redeem his warranty with me. Wants to drill. Finding a replacement chuck Back turning is not recommended as it has no set screw to hold the chuck in place. It can spin right off the bit. Rarely have I seen a piece of junk like this! I hate it to think…