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Why Skil?

Founded in 1924 as the Michel Electric Handsaw Company and renamed Skilsaw® Inc. in 1926, Skil has become one of the most recognized and powerful brands in the power tool industry. From circular saws and jigsaws to sanders and drills, Skil power tools and accessories are engineered to deliver the high-performance and durability that today's growing population of Do-It-Yourselfers demand.

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Choosing the Right Drill

Unlike corded drills which are measured in amps, cordless drill power is measured in voltage. A 12 volt drill is recommended for occasional, around the house repair projects and is fairly lightweight and easy to handle. As you increase the complexity of projects, increase the amount of voltage. A 14.4 volt drill is best suited to more frequent household use while an 18 volt drill is best for heavy use or complicated repairs and DIY projects.

Variable speed allows you to control the speed at which your Skil drill's bit will rotate so you can adapt the speed to the project. For example, to drill pine, plywood or other softer woods you'd want a higher speed of rotation because making the material easier to penetrate. Oak or hardwoods usually demand slower speeds to avoid heat build-up and scorching. Also faster speeds are ideal for drywall screws, but slower speeds work best for more dense material such as mahogany.

Many drill bits can be used in both cordless and corded tools. Accessories for drills include bits for drilling wood, metal, ceramic, glass, or masonry. In addition to bits other accessories include hole saws, home project sets and screwdriving bits. Skil has a variety of drilling and drilling & driving sets that are ideal for gift giving as well. See the accessories section for a complete listing.