Factory-Reconditioned Skil 2567-02-RT 14.4-Volt 3/8-Inch Cordless Drill

by Skil

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Review

We're huge fans of reconditioned tools, because it's a chance to get great quality at a bargain price, and this drill/driver is a perfect example. It works like this: After some initial problem, the tool gets a total rework at the factory and it's sent out again good as new, but at a fraction of the original sticker.

In this case, a homeowner or do-it-yourselfer can get a great deal on a nice little drill/driver that has plenty of power for light to medium jobs (building a deck? This isn't the tool for that.) It's perfect for everyday use in a home workshop, for things like drilling pilot holes, driving screws, craft work, woodworking, home maintenance, assembling furniture and a host of other jobs.

We like this Skil because it's lightweight, responsive, comfortable to grip and even has variable speed and reverse along with a keyless chuck. The battery slides on and off easily, even in smaller hands, but the charger isn't fast - it takes about three hours for a full recharge.

It's got surprising torque for a drill/driver this size, more than enough for the average household job. And reconditioned, it's good as new for a fraction of the price.--Kris Jensen-Van Heste

What's in the Box
14.4-volt cordless drill/driver, battery, charger, bit size indicator, carrying case

Product Description

This is a factory reconditioned product. Reconditioned generally means that the product has been returned to the manufacturer, who brings the product back to like new condition. Some products may contain cosmetic blemishes. Includes 14.4 Volt Cordless Drill/Driver w/ Bit Index - 2567-02-RT, Battery, Charger, Bit Size Indicator, Carrying Case

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Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 6.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B000CETAZ0
• Item model number: 2567-02-RT
• Average Customer Review: 3.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #251,577 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars a good value, May 28, 2007

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Matt Hill "PARATAXIS and THE CLOUD RECKONER" (Santa Cruz Mountains, Ca) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Factory-Reconditioned Skil 2567-02-RT 14.4-Volt 3/8-Inch Cordless Drill (Tools & Home Improvement)

Overall, this is a satisfying tool to use for the small jobs and it is a good value. The ergonomics are good: it is well balanced; the grip is comfortable; and the torque, with variable speed settings, is reliable.

The lock release for the battery is not real smooth however; it takes a real squeeze to get it off for a charge. The charge might last 10 minutes of continuous usage; the refresh rate on the charger is around 2 hours.

Still, I am quite satisfied with this tool; it has given me 2 years of reliable service so far and is still stepping up to the plate.

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1.0 out of 5 stars Drill is OK but the changer and battery did not work., May 18, 2007

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Brent Wells (Eau Claire, WI United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Factory-Reconditioned Skil 2567-02-RT 14.4-Volt 3/8-Inch Cordless Drill (Tools & Home Improvement)

I bought this drill because already had a similar one and thought I'd get two and share batteries. From day 1 the battery charger that came with the drill did not work. I ended up using the battery from my old drill. Then a few days later the new battery stopped taking a charge.
I have emailed Skilshop numerous times in the past month. I also emailed Amazon about this problem but I have not seen a response.

5.0 out of 5 stars Good value / good Skil quality, January 11, 2007

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Robert G. Miller "r.g. miller, Jr." (Boston MA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Factory-Reconditioned Skil 2567-02-RT 14.4-Volt 3/8-Inch Cordless Drill (Tools & Home Improvement)

Very pleased with the quality, condition, and price. It even included a hard shell case! For the price, I don't think you could find anything comparable. I am no drill expert, but this Skil drill has a solid balanced feel to it and works quite well. Although this was labeled Skil reconditioned, it looked like it was factory new.