Skil 2887-07 18-Volt Cordless Drill/Driver with Laser Level

by Skil

Product Description

Amazon.com Review

No workshop or tool box is complete without at least one dependable and powerful cordless drill/driver. Like most of Skil's drill/drivers, the 2887-07 3/8-inch keyless chuck drill/driver is just that. The feature that distinguishes it from the rest of the Skill drills is the built-in work light located on the battery compartment This is a useful feature for illuminating the working surface in narrow, closed-in or darkened areas. It has a two-speed gear box that allows the user to shift from high speed drilling to high torque for driving screws or bolts. The gear change lever is located on top of the tool housing above the two-finger variable speed trigger. The forward/reverse switch on this drill is located just above the trigger so that you can switch direction without changing your grip, and there is a forward/reverse indicator light on top of the housing. There is a built-in bit storage compartment on top of the housing. Especially handy is the built-in bit index No more guessing at which bit is needed for which screw. Simply place a screw in the index and you'll find the bit size you will need. The 2887-05 also comes with a removable side handle for added two-fisted leverage when drilling or driving on high torque.

The drill/driver is powered by an 18-volt Ni-Cad battery which gives the user superior power and extended battery life. The battery slides easily onto the bottom of the tool giving the drill/driver optimum balance. Included with the 2587-05 is an extra battery, a one-hour charger and carrying case.--C. Dwight Barnett

From the Manufacturer

The new line of cordless drills from Skil have many innovative features for the homeowner who wants to do the job right. The 18V 2-speed drill/driver has a high performance motor that delivers 300 inch/pounds of torque and 0-400/1,250 rpm. The slide on battery pack ensures easy of power change. The fuel gauge indicator tells you how much gas you have left. 3/8" single sleeve chuck, 25 position clutch for any setting you could possibly need. Bonus stud finder & Site Light ensure proper drilling accuracy. Soft grip for drilling comfort. Includes 2 batteries, 1 hour charger & case.

Features:

• Detachable stud finder
• SiteLight built in work light
• Two 18-volt batteries with charge meter and 1-hour charger
• Forward/reverse indicator
• Speed selector
• Keyless chuck
• Side-assist handle
• 2-finger trigger
• Soft Grip

Specifications:

• Capacity 3/8"
• Charger time 1 hour
• Chuck capacity up to 3/8?; keyless; single-handed
• No load rpm 0-350, 0-1250/min
• Rating 18 volts DC

Standard Equipment:

• Storage Case
• 1-hour Quick Charger
• 2 Batteries

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 11.8 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B0000C6DXM
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: 2887-07
• Average Customer Review: 3.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #283,212 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome Drill!, May 11, 2004

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adb22791 "ab22791" (Maryland, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Skil 2887-07 18-Volt Cordless Drill/Driver with Laser Level (Tools & Home Improvement)

I am a homeowner/home handyman. I do a lot of projects at home, ranging from building fences and sheds to fixing the occasional lose piece of wood. I was in the market for a cordless drill to replace my corded piece of junk, and was looking at Black and Decker. Then I found Skil. This is an awesome drill, the Stud Finder is great, the "Site Light" is amazing, and the power and torque is incredible. Not to mention it's an 18 volt for 99 bucks at Lowes! I couldn't resist. The batteries last an extremely long time! All I have to complain about this drill is its case, which could be better. This is no Dewalt, but it serves my purposes. Oh, and the battery meter is amazing! I recommend this drill for anyone who is a private homeowner, but needs more power than the Black and Decker's.

13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great features, but had a few problems which were worked out, August 30, 2004

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John Resanovich (NY United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Skil 2887-07 18-Volt Cordless Drill/Driver with Laser Level (Tools & Home Improvement)

This drill was a holiday present. The features list is both innovative and useful. The site light is something most if not all hand tools should have. When I first heard about the little indicator light to tell you if the drill is in forward or reverse, I thought "Bah, I'won't use that" Well, I was wrong, it is a great feature when you are driving screws. This drill comes with both a clutch and a brake which also make it ideal for driving screws and nuts. My only problem with this drill stemmed from the batteries. I was never happy with the length of time they would hold a charge. About six months after first getting the drill, and doing an attic renovation, the length of holding a charge dropped off dramatically. I called the Skil-Bosch service center and described the problem. The gentleman told me that the batteries must have been defective from the start. No muss, no fuss and I was sent new batteries. The drill clearly sounds and feels to be running better with the new batteries. I'd reccomend this drill to my friends.

5.0 out of 5 stars great Christmas/Birthday/Father's Day gift!, September 13, 2006

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G. M. Handlon "the brewfisher" (Colorado Springs) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Skil 2887-07 18-Volt Cordless Drill/Driver with Laser Level (Tools & Home Improvement)

I like tools. This is a well-conceived drill package. The weight and balance of the tool is just right for me, not heavy at all. It has very good torque for it's size and weight, but the side handle is really unecessary.

It comes with two batteries. The on-battery LED metering is great. When you remove it from the case after some weeks of disuse you can know how much battery time remains. The battery charges in about an hour, a real plus. A fully charged battery will far outlast the charging cycle, what a concept!

I suppose if you were finishing a project at the dark end of the day, then the light would come in handy, but I think it's a pretty silly feature.

The case is well built, with dual latches that truly hinge, instead of being a bent piece of plastic that eventually breaks off. I haven't used the laser level yet, but tested it and it works fine.