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Apparently you've never had to change drill bits up high on a ladder? I've dropped (and lost) plenty of drill bits trying to undo the chuck whilst holding a sc
by turtlebits 2y ago
Apparently you've never had to change drill bits up high on a ladder? I've dropped (and lost) plenty of drill bits trying to undo the chuck whilst holding a screwdriver bit. It may have its uses if this can free up a hand.
- taberiand 2y agoI'd consider using a small magnet taped to the drill. Though I usually just use my pocket
- mkarliner 2y agoAt last! A useful comment on HN! Great idea!
- willhslade 2y agoYou can also buy a magnetic bracelet.
- is_true 2y agoThat could work. I use a little tray that fits in the steps/top of the ladder
- jdietrich 2y agoRound shank drill bits and three-jaw chucks are largely obsolete for job site use. Contractors are now predominantly using hex shank drill bits in an impact driver for conventional drilling, or SDS drill bits for masonry drilling. https://www.lowes.com/pl/power-tool-accessories/drill-bits/twist-drill-bits/hex-shank/4294607742-4294777760 https://www.lowes.com/pl/power-tool-accessories/drill-bits/t...
- zettabomb 2y ago>Round shank drill bits and three-jaw chucks are largely obsolete for job site use. Not sure if I agree here. Of course SDS has been the standard for quite a while in masonry uses, but impacts simply do not have the power of a full sized drill with a 1/2" chuck (or bigger) for more difficult materials. The 1/4" hex shank is pretty limiting for torque as well, and the chuck has far worse concentricity if you care at all about precision. The hex shank bits are decent (although I'd say I prefer round shank with flats) but calling round shank obsolete seems a bit far.
- shaftway 2y ago> I prefer round shank with flats Try getting a quick-change chuck and this opinion will change.
- htrp 2y agoMagnet wristband. lifechanging