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The Cordless Question

Too little power won't get the job done, too much is a waste of money. So how many volts do you need? To find out, just answer one question (truthfully): How handy am I?

By Suzanne Kantra Kirschner Posted 02.22.2002 at 4:56 pm 0 Comments

The Golden Rule

Stick with one manufacturer, and you can use the same battery in all your tools-as long as they have the same voltage. So don't go for a 9.6-volt drill if you think you'll want an 18-volt reciprocating saw later. The descriptions below will help you determine how handy you really are around the house-and, thus, your future cordless tool needs.

The Unhandy Handyman

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