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Guys!
When do you think Makita will release a new premium level drill now that the XPH07/DHP481 is 4 years old?
Don’t think anytime soon. It’s still up there with the top dogs. I think only the new gen 3 from Milwaukee has it beat.
Yeah, I am waiting for an upgrade of DDF481 (or DHP) drill. It will be probably lose the all-metal chuck though.
Wonder what more you guys want from a drill like that?
What job do you do so that you need more than what this drill offer?
Few things like reduced weight, improved water and dust (current one is good but it does not hurt to be better), new LED or twin LEDs and etc.
muddychip wrote:
10 hours ago, muddychip said:Yeah, I am waiting for an upgrade of DDF481 (or DHP) drill. It will be probably lose the all-metal chuck though.
Why would it loose the metal Chuck ? Makita’s high end have always had a metal Chuck.
Just pessimistic after seeing Makita’s new sub-compact circular saw having a one-piece plastic for its blade guard and lever. I know sub-compact is a different market but still disappointed in Makita’s choice of material for that saw.
muddychip wrote:
On 8/13/2018 at 7:51 PM, muddychip said:Yeah, I am waiting for an upgrade of DDF481 (or DHP) drill. It will be probably lose the all-metal chuck though.
Unlikely
muddychip wrote:
12 hours ago, muddychip said:Just pessimistic after seeing Makita’s new sub-compact circular saw having a one-piece plastic for its blade guard and lever. I know sub-compact is a different market but still disappointed in Makita’s choice of material for that saw.
The subcompact is designed to be small and light for short usage. Some might buy it for the benefit of it being smaller and lighter but if they want longevity they should go with the saws dedicated to trade work.
kornomaniac wrote:
On 8/13/2018 at 11:25 AM, kornomaniac said:Don’t think anytime soon. It’s still up there with the top dogs. I think only the new gen 3 from Milwaukee has it beat.
That’s if you can put up with the first degree burns it offers. Bet it’ll be great in winter.