Drill/Driver
At 1.8 pounds and less than 6 inches long, Hitachi's DB10DL 10.8-volt, lithium-ion micro drill/driver fits into compact spaces. Offering 88 inch-pounds of torque and a 21+1 stage clutch, the tool can drive 130 3-inch screws into wood on a single battery charge, the company says. The drill/driver, which can stand up on its own, features a quick-change 1/4-inch hex chuck, a variable-speed trigger, an LED light ring around the chuck, and a low-battery indicator. Its 1.5-amp-hour HXP battery provides steady power throughout every charge, says the firm. Price: $129. 800-829-4752.
