Paging John "Monkey Boy" Milunas - My screwdriver has been flogged for you.

[Dan Mages]

Okay... that did not sound right.

Anyhow. John requested that I give my new powered screwdriver a good flogging and report on the results. I am happy to say that the screwdriver lasted for 6 days, 4-5 hours a day. This was manly used for electrical conduit fittings, mudrings, and a few band clamps on some flexible ductwork. I even drove a couple of drywall screws into place, but it did not like that too much. Size has been a real bonus. I can get into tight spots with no problem and it fits in my pants pocket easily.

Two thumbs up so far!

Dan

[Karl Laustrup]

Okay... that did not sound right.

Anyhow. John requested that I give my new powered screwdriver a good flogging and report on the results. I am happy to say that the screwdriver lasted for 6 days, 4-5 hours a day. This was manly used for electrical conduit fittings, mudrings, and a few band clamps on some flexible ductwork. I even drove a couple of drywall screws into place, but it did not like that too much. Size has been a real bonus. I can get into tight spots with no problem and it fits in my pants pocket easily.

Two thumbs up so far!

Dan

You just throw it away and get a new one then????

Karl

[Doug Shepard]

Watchoo talkin bout Willis? In case "Monkey Boy" dont jump in here and clear this up - just what kind of tool are we talkin bout.

[John Miliunas]

Okay... that did not sound right.

Anyhow. John requested that I give my new powered screwdriver a good flogging and report on the results. I am happy to say that the screwdriver lasted for 6 days, 4-5 hours a day. This was manly used for electrical conduit fittings, mudrings, and a few band clamps on some flexible ductwork. I even drove a couple of drywall screws into place, but it did not like that too much. Size has been a real bonus. I can get into tight spots with no problem and it fits in my pants pocket easily.

Two thumbs up so far!

Dan

Well, far out, Dan!!! Sounds like you've got yourself a winner there, my friend. I actually took a peek at one the last time I was in Sears (NO, wasn't buying tools! ). It does indeed appear to be a right handy size for many tasks. I know the LOML already has "something" in mind for a Christmas present for me, so that's out but, maybe after the Holiday expenses are done with, I may spring for one. My wrists and thumbs can use the assist. Thanks much for the update!

Doug, we're just gonna' keep you guessing!

[Doug Shepard]

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Doug, we're just gonna' keep you guessing!

Well at least I understand where Monkey Boy came from now. Don't think I'd noticed your new avatar pic before. Just out of curiousity - might we be talking about the Bosch thing with the movable head? I might be lettin Santa put that one on my CC based on earlier replies to a thread I started a while back.

[John Miliunas]

Well at least I understand where Monkey Boy came from now. Don't think I'd noticed your new avatar pic before. Just out of curiousity - might we be talking about the Bosch thing with the movable head? I might be lettin Santa put that one on my CC based on earlier replies to a thread I started a while back.

Nope. Nyet. Not it! You gots two more guesses! I actually already gave you a slight clue. Here's another: You may be able to find this particular tool at Target, Shopko, Walfart and who knows...Maybe even Walgreens!

[Doug Shepard]

... You may be able to find this particular tool at Target, Shopko, Walfart and who knows...Maybe even Walgreens!

No wonder I cant get it . I don't shop at any of those places, except Walgreens once in a while for an Rx. Now I'm not going to get any sleep tonight. Oh the torment.

[John Miliunas]

No wonder I cant get it . I don't shop at any of those places, except Walgreens once in a while for an Rx. Now I'm not going to get any sleep tonight. Oh the torment.

Ohhhh, OK....Seeing as to how it's Christmas and all that! Sure don't want to deprive you of your beauty sleep! This is where it all started:
http://www.sawmillcreek.org/showthread.php?t=46862

Looks like a handy little toyl!

[Doug Shepard]

It's deja vu all over again. That's the gizmo I originally asked about on this thread that got the recommendations for the Bosch instead
http://www.sawmillcreek.org/showthread.php?t=45839

[John Miliunas]

It's deja vu all over again. That's the gizmo I originally asked about on this thread that got the recommendations for the Bosch instead
http://www.sawmillcreek.org/showthread.php?t=45839

LOL! Crazy how it all works out sometimes, ain't it? FWIW, my thumb/wrist is still a bit tender, even after the corrective surgery. Handling a screwdriver is one thing which does set off the pain even more. I'm seriously considering the Skil, as it appears to be a low-cost, yet effective solution. Plus, with Dan doing the original testing on his buck$, it puts some of my reservations about it to rest.

[Dan Mages]

It's deja vu all over again. That's the gizmo I originally asked about on this thread that got the recommendations for the Bosch instead
http://www.sawmillcreek.org/showthread.php?t=45839

My original need was a small tool to drive screws and tighten band clamps in tight spaces. For the $39 price, it cannot be beat. The Bosch is definately more powerful with a removable battery... at 3x the price. I would dare say that these are two completely different beasts. The Skil is a competent mini screwdriver and the Bosch is a light duty drill alternative.

It works very well for what it is.

Dan