Milwaukee 5397-6 3/8-Inch Pistol Grip Hammer-Drill, 0-2500 RPM Kit with Case and Bits

by Milwaukee

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

At 5.0 amps this heavy duty pistol grip Hammer-Drill can handle the toughest drilling of 3/8 inch holes in concrete. With speed control, the operator can control start up speed and avoid bit walk making hole positioning more accurate. The removable side handle also assists in setting the depth rod for pre-set hole drilling. Use for drilling in wood, with Flat Boring Bits, Hole Saws, Auger Bits, and Selfeed Bits. It can also be used to drill in steel with Twist Bits and in concrete with Percussion Bits.

From the Manufacturer

At 5-amps, the Milwaukee 5397-6 3/8-Inch Hammer Drill can handle the toughest drilling of 3/8-inch holes in concrete. With Speed Control, the operator can control start up speed and avoid bit walk, making hole positioning more accurate. Equipped with a removable side handle, which also assists in setting the depth rod for pre-set hole drilling. Also useful for drilling in wood with flat boring bits, hole saws, auger bits, and selfeed bits. The 5397-6 Hammer Drill can also be used to drill in steel with twist bits, and in concrete with percussion bits.

The complete Milwaukee 5397-6 Hammer Drill Kit includes the hammer drill, depth gauge, side handle, chuck key holder, 4 percussion bits (3/16-inch x 3-inch, 1/4-inch x 4-inch, 5/16-inch x 4-inch, and 3/8-inch x 4-inch), and steel carrying case.

Product Features:

• 5-amp motor
• 3/8-inch capacity
• Trigger speed control: 0-2,500-rpm, 0-50,000-bpm, reversing
• Side handle can be used on either side and with or without depth gauge
• Self-stop brush system

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 13.1 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00002247K
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: 5397-6
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #359,514 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

23 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars 3/8" work horse, July 5, 2000

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MaX - See all my reviews

This review is from: Milwaukee 5397-6 3/8-Inch Pistol Grip Hammer-Drill, 0-2500 RPM Kit with Case and Bits (Tools & Home Improvement)

I run a large automotive repair shop. We relocate equipment and perform building maintenance on a regular basis. Our technicians have asked for a hammer drill for a long time. I finally broke down and got them one. In the past we borrowed a 1/2" hammer drill(a different brand). Our techs claim the 3/8" Milwaukee drills faster with less vibration.They love the balanced lightweight design.The masonary drill bits included are first rate, I have not replaced any of them yet. The case is top quality and has enough room to hold some of our most common fasteners. The depth guage does seem a little cheesey at first, but it works fine, mounting behind the removeable side handle. Overall truly a 5 star product

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Quality drill, May 29, 2002

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Eric Davidson (Iowa) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Milwaukee 5397-6 3/8-Inch Pistol Grip Hammer-Drill, 0-2500 RPM Kit with Case and Bits (Tools & Home Improvement)

I've had my 5397-6 3/8" Heavy Duty Hammer Drill for a few months and used it a lot. It has performed flawlessly. I have yet to do any all day drilling in hard granite, but it goes through concrete and limestone like butter. It has the solid feel and smooth action you expect from a Milwaukee tool. It switches out of hammer mode with a simple turn of the chuck collar. I do wish it had the detachable power cord like the 1/2" model, but that is a minor issue. The depth stop mechanism is a little cheesy, but it seems to work fine (I dont use it that much). The 3/8" capacity is plenty for most applications, I'm usually drilling for Tapcons, and its perfect. The case is typical Milwaukee, very sturdy. The set of bits included with the drill are good quality. I am very happy with the 5397-6 and would recommend it without reservation.

5.0 out of 5 stars The real deal, June 28, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: Milwaukee 5397-6 3/8-Inch Pistol Grip Hammer-Drill, 0-2500 RPM Kit with Case and Bits (Tools & Home Improvement)

Smooth and torquey. Very easy to handle. For most jobs I prefer this to a heavier model. It is refreshing that this power tool comes in a useful case that actually can hold more than the tool and a bit. I'm not big on the plastic cases supplied with power tools these days since they take up too much room and have no space inside for anything else. This metal case is actually useful. The supplied bits are pretty high quality too.