Skil 2566-02 14.4-Volt 3/8-Inch Cordless Drill

by Skil

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The SKIL 2566-02 14.4-Volt Drill/Driver was created with the do-it-yourselfer in mind. User-friendly features, such as a forward/reverse indicator and on-tool LED fuel gauge, make this the perfect tool for completing projects and home improvements such as assembling furniture or installing window blinds.

The 2566 is perfect for assembling furniture.

Bit size indicator helps you match the drill bit to the screw size. View larger.

On-tool bit storage keeps bits and screws accessible.

3/8-inch keyless chuck for fast and easy bit changes Variable-speed trigger lets you control the drilling speed LED forward/reverse indicator shows drilling direction On-tool storage holds bits and screws Bit size indicator matches the bit to the screw size On-tool LED fuel gauge denotes battery level

Innovative Features and Benefits
The SKIL 2566-02 14.4-Volt Drill/Driver was designed to help the do-it-yourselfer reach project success. A 3/8-inch keyless chuck provides quick, convenient bit changes, while on-tool storage makes bits and screws readily accessible. A variable-speed trigger allows the user to control the speed for different materials.

Whether you are an experienced do-it-yourselfer or a beginner, you will appreciate the forward/reverse LED indicator that shows drilling direction, as well as the bit size indicator that helps you match the correct drill bits to the screw size. And an on-tool LED fuel gauge lets you know when the battery needs to be charged. The SKIL 2566-02 Drill/Driver is loaded with user-friendly features that help do-it-yourselfers get the job done right the first time.

SKIL Heritage
SKIL Power Tools is a leader in portable electric power tools and accessories that serves the consumer do-it-yourself and professional construction markets. Founded in 1924 with the invention of the SKILSAW Worm Drive, SKIL now delivers a complete line of power tools designed and engineered to help do-it-yourselfers achieve home project success, while providing professionals durable, cost-conscience tools for the jobsite.

What's in the Box
2566-02 18-Volt Cordless Drill/Driver, bit size indicator, charger, and carrying case.

Product Specifications Battery: 14.4V Certifications: cULus Charger: 3-hour charger Chuck Size: 3/8" keyless chuck No Load RPM: 0-700 Speed: Variable single speed Voltage: 14.4V Weight: 3.7 lbs (including battery)

Product Description

Founded in 1924 as the Michel Electric Handsaw Company and renamed Skilsaw, Inc. in 1926, SKIL has become one of the most recognized and powerful brands in the power tool industry. From circular saws and jigsaws to sanders and drills, SKIL power tools are engineered to deliver the high-performance and durability that today's growing population of Do-It-Yourselfers demand. Every product of the growing line of SKIL tools is the result of extensive end-user research, consumer input, computer assisted design and rigorous testing, both in our laboratories and in the field. SKIL Power Tools are products of the Robert Bosch Tool Corporation.

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Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 4.2 x 15.2 x 13.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.3 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0007KRFWE
• Item model number: 2566-02
• Average Customer Review: 2.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #268,929 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Not a pro-quality tool, November 29, 2007

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J. Eddie "CanMan" (Seattle) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Skil 2566-02 14.4-Volt 3/8-Inch Cordless Drill (Tools & Home Improvement)

I bought this drill because I bought it's predecessor about 4 years ago. That drill had worked fine and is a good tool for a homeowner to use occaisonally around the house. It has plenty of power and the charge holds OK. I should have read the manual (who does that anyway? : ) as it tells you to charge the battery for 3 hours and then unplug the charger. Well, I'd leave it on for hours or even overnight, forgeting about it. So, that causes the battery to have a shorter life, and mine went bad. With this charger, when the battery goes bad, the charger overheats and dies. So, I look on-line to find a new battery and charger. Best price for the 2 was around $70. The new drill (which has the exact same battery and charger as the old one) can be found for between $56 - $60. So, now I have two working drills and one working charger/battery. I decided then to go ahead and get another battery so I could use the one drill for drilling pilot holes, and the other to drive in screws. My complaint is that if the Skil company had any kind of environmental consciousness they would provide replacement parts for less than a whole new product - which comes with a big box, a plastic case, and all kinds of throw-away packaging stuff - none of which I need and had to dispose of.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Skil Refuses to Stand Behind Defective Products, April 17, 2008

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Jeff Axelrod "randomengineer" (Glenview, IL United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Skil 2566-02 14.4-Volt 3/8-Inch Cordless Drill (Tools & Home Improvement)

I this drill as a gift and used it a total of about 20 times, and the charger (and presumably the battery) died.

After doing some research on the internet and learning that the old-style chargers were defective and would be destroyed when connected to a "bad battery," I contacted Skil's customer service department to request a replacement.

I was told that the item was not defective, that it was not "a problem" that the chargers would die if connected to a bad battery, but that the newer chargers did not behave this way.

The representative was argumentative, defensive, and rude, and finally hung up on me when I told her that I planned to share my experience with other consumers on the internet.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Good drill, poor batteries, April 11, 2008

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Paul A. Mccloud "sportsed" - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Skil 2566-02 14.4-Volt 3/8-Inch Cordless Drill (Tools & Home Improvement)

I agree with the previous reviewer, as I had the same experience with this tool. The drill is quite adequate for most minor household jobs, that is if the battery charge will last more than a few minutes (mine do not)! I have other rechargables from DeWalt and Craftsman that don't have these battery problems. It looks as if Skil is trying to get away selling tools with inferior power supplies. With NiMhd and Litho systems so prevalent today Skils NiCds are so outdated.