Makita 784832-A Quad-Driver Pre-Drill, Drive and Countersink Set, 13-Piece

by Makita

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Includes Quad-Driver shaft with built-in hex key, No. 6, No. 8, No. 10 and No. 12 reversing countersink/driver, (4) No. 2 Phillips inserts bits and four extra drill bits and case.

Product Description

13-piece set allows you to change drill accessories quickly and easily. Fits all Makita or other brand 3/8-inch and 1/2-inch drills. The Ultra Loc has a universal connection that fits popular 1/4-inch hex shank. It is up to 75% faster than keyless chuck & 100% faster than switching bits with a keyed chuck. 4 - Quad-Driver Counter Sinks. 1 - Quad-Driver Shaft w/ Built in Hex Key. 4 - No. 2 Phillips Insert Bits. 4 - Replacement Drill Bits. Storage Case.

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
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• ASIN: B0000224F5
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• Item model number: 784832-A
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #20,341 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #62 in Home Improvement > Power & Hand Tools > Power Tool Accessories > Screwdriver Bits
  • #99 in Home Improvement > Power & Hand Tools > Power Tool Accessories > Drill Bit Sets

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars The best on the market, even with it's drawbacks, May 17, 2008

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C. Oxford (Spokane, WA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Makita 784832-A Quad-Driver Pre-Drill, Drive and Countersink Set, 13-Piece (Tools & Home Improvement)

I've been using this driver set since about 1997. I'm on my third set, which I just got a few weeks ago. When my second set wore out, I tried every other brand I could find, and finally went back to this one, even though it's not easy to find in stores and has several drawbacks.

The best: drill and screw with one bit, narrowest lock band for close drilling, positive locking, allen wrench in back end (might be the best feature).

The worst: the main shaft is a bit undersized and can get out of true if dropped more easily than others, allen screws wear out, hard to find new kits.

In practice, I have different bits (square, flat, phillips #'s 1,2 and 3) already installed in different holders with the most likely drill size (mostly #'s 6 and 8). That way, I never have to switch the driver tip on the job unless I break one, or it wears out (it happens, and it's a normal wear item, won't last forever), I just grab a different holder and it's ready to go.

If you're serious about drilling and driving, you need both in one holder. Other brands wear out quicker (I test them working 8 hour days, 5 days a week in a Milwaukee 18v lithium drill: I use it for kitchen and bath remodels and concrete counter mold making; I'm using this kit as much as anyone could, and using it HARD).

The allen screws that hold the bits do wear out, prepare for it. When one breaks, I steal one from an underused size holder and pick up a new one next time I go to the hardware store.

I've tried them all, nothing compares in functionality, and the others require even more careful maintenance to keep them working.

14 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Watch the water, June 22, 2000

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Mike (Freeport, NY) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Makita 784832-A Quad-Driver Pre-Drill, Drive and Countersink Set, 13-Piece (Tools & Home Improvement)

A really nice set that comes in an excellent case. The allen key to adjust the bits is in the driver so you always have it. Although you have be careful and always lock the bits in otherwise the drop right out when the drive is turned upside down. I was putting deck boards on a floating dock and dropped the 6, 8 and 10 bit in the water. I had to go to Woodoworker Warehouse to replace them.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Easy to use, March 27, 2006

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Bruce Cuningham (Dixon, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Makita 784832-A Quad-Driver Pre-Drill, Drive and Countersink Set, 13-Piece (Tools & Home Improvement)

I've been using this set for 6 or 7 years now, on a variety of woodworking and home improvement projects. Beyond tightening up the allen screws every now and then, and replacing bits and phillips heads, this product has exceeded my expectations. To be brief, it's sturdy, compact, works as advertised, and is easy to use. Flipping from drilling to screwing is a snap--really, just slide the snap ring up, rotate the bit, snap the ring down and you're ready to go.

The drill bits are a little specialized, since they have a flat spot to set the allen screw against so it won't spin in place. I found a local distributor who was more than happy to sell me a couple sets of three bits in the sizes I wear out fastest (#6 and #8).

Go ahead and buy this product, you won't be disappointed.