Patrick H.
I bought this drill after struggling with an old battery powered Dewalt cordless "hammer" drill. I would spend 10 minutes or more drilling with the old Dewalt and the bit wouldn't even move any deeper into the brick. I was sure I toasted the drill bit doing this. So I went at it with the Bosch when it arrived, using the same bit. The bit just sunk right into the brick, red dust pouring out as it cut in. This thing is awesome.
Later I needed to install electric outlets outdoors, recessed into the brick. I bought the Bosch concrete chisel attachment (SDS 1 1/2") for this. Man, it was so easy to remove a brick using this tool, I'd say it took about 5 minutes to cut out a pocket for the new outlet. The chisel just sinks into the mortar (or brick, in spots where I drilled relief holes first). I was surprised too by how easy it is to control. I'll be using this drill later for removing tile in the basement. It's a very versatile tool, and tough as nails. I know a guy who has 4 of these for a kitchen business (they mostly use it for busting up old tile) and they've been through hell and back with no problems. I paid 162 dollars for the drill, it sells for 300 at Home Depot. At that price, this has to be one of the better tool purchases I've made to date.
As far as being re-manufactured, there were some small cosmetic imperfections with the case the drill came in, but that's it. I didn't know it came with a case, so I was just happy it had one - and I don't care about cosmetics for something that will get scratched immediately when it is used.
| Brand | BOSCH |
|---|---|
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Amperage | 8.5 Amps |
| Maximum Chuck Size | 13 Millimeters |
| Color | Black Blue, Black |
| Speed | 1500 RPM |
| Item Weight | 5.28 Kilograms |
| Maximum Power | 850 Watts |
| Manufacturer | Bosch |
| Item Weight | 11.62 pounds |
| Item model number | GBH2-28L RT |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Batteries Included? | No |
