Just by picking it up, you can tell this impact driver was built different from the Makitas manufactured outside their domestic market. Don't get me wrong -- the typical teal variety of Makita's offerings are still professional grade level and I have plenty (I run a full Makita system of Sawzalls, drills, grinder) but this maroon impact is a standard above. It is solidly built, trigger control focused, and can stand up to the task required of it's torque. The size and reachability in using this impact driver was a main selling point for me, but the quality should be considered especially when purchasing this impact driver -- you will not regret the money spent.
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I was concerned that I might be buying at almost local prices to get a fake product but it's the real deal unlike so much stuff on eBay. Rest assured the genuine Japanese article so you have to learn what the buttons mean but basically one is torque and the other is speed. It's a high performance machine.
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Many years in construction I am a metal framer/ drywall mechanic. I would have to rate the Makita TD 172 D (mine is purple) as the best impact I have ever used thus far. Very happy with my new purchase. The price tag Is a bit hefty but hey if you have the extra money for good quality impact drill spend it! I recommend this drill to any contractor you will be thrilled to use it and very pleased with the performance! Perfect impact for light gage and heavy gage metal. I have the Makita xtd16 as well and has served me well for past 4 years. Thank you Makita!
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con - charger and 6 amp batteries are pricy. Overall the driver is best in its class. Instruction book in Japanese.
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Awesome machine! Arrived in Switzerland after only 2.5 days! Very well packed! Great value for money! Highly recommended!
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