DeWalt Reviews

DEWALT DW2551 6-Piece Hex Shank Drill Set

I miss the fact that these where not packaged in a plastic folder to keep best track of them with all my other tools. I have combined them with a similar set of bits by Hitachi.

This is part of the locking hex shank (Rapid Load) collection. The hex shank bits are quick to change and don't slip under high-torque. I've found these bits last a decent amount. At least a lot better than the Stanley and junk Vermont American bits (which only last about one hole).

Overall, the hex shank bits do cost significantly more than the simple round bits. The ease at switching between drill bits, countersinks, phillips bits, etc., during a project is worth it.

I've received good durability out of my DeWalt hex shank drill bits. The "black oxide" may not be as "fancy" as some of its competitors, but some of the cheaper brands are too brittle and just chip/fall apart. I would give it 5 stars if it was priced cheaper. 1/4" is a popular size and although the bit sets are more economical, you wind up collecting too many odd sizes that are not used.

I just purchased a set of four of these from Home Depot for less than the cost of this one. They are 6, 8, 10, and 12.

The picture shows the bit fully extended, which is adjusted through the use of a small allen wrench (not included).

It does a find job of cutting clean divots, but I am not a fine woodworker yet, so my standards may not be as exacting as some. If you have the DeWalt or Stanley 1/4" quick change adaptor, it will fit in there as well, as you can tell from the narrowing of the collar 1/2 inch up the stem.

These bits work well, but the countersink could be a little sharper as could the flutes of the tapered bit. Oak and maple are a litle tough on these bits, as they are on any for that matter, but overall, they are worth more than the price. Also Dewalt could undersize the countersink about 1/32" as most tapered 1/2" plugs end up being a little loose.

My drywall projects grew in scope as I gained experience, so I decided to invest in a screwgun. I have installed drywall in a garage and several rooms. I bought the DW 276 because I might also use this for decking or flooring. This tool works great on drywall, rapidly and consistently driving screws to the proper depth. I have placed plywood subflooring with this tool and have found that the "feel" of this application was different from drywall, but the tool was good for this application as well.

Works just like it states. We have used it on repairing
Hydrants that have been in the ground for decades and it makes light work of getting the nuts and bolts off.

When I ordered these saw blades it was because my compound miter saw needed a new blade and money was tight. The combo pack of 10" blades from Dewalt was considerably less expensive than most of the other blades that I know to be good ,so I was not expecting to have the best quality cuts. Boy I couldn't have been more wrong... These blades are great and believe me you will not be disappointed at all. They cut smooth without any strain on the motor of the saw and with virtually no tear out. What a Value!!!!

This is a decent blade for the money.I've thrown everything from plywood scraps,wet two by fours, to kiln dried poplar at this blade and it has always produced a decent cut.It tore through the poplar almost without a splinter.I do recommend this blade.If your careful what you cut, and keep it clean and sharp this blade will last a long time. Now get out there and make some dust.

If your looking for a clean cutting blade for your circular saw look no further.This one has it all.This is truely a sweet blade. In my opinion it's top notch and splinter free.Thin kerf,re-sharpenable carbide tips and, dewalts reputation of excellence. That say's it all.Now get out there and make some dust.