Just make sure you get a decent battery - not 1.3ah but double that at least.A lot of the shopfitters I know are using these lately http://www.screwfix.com/p/makita-dhp453rfw-18v-3-0ah-li-ion-cordless-lxt-combi-drill/7186f but I've heard of some issues with the batteries not lasting - others say different. I think maybe it's just down to usage...A lot of the chippies I know are heading back to DeWalt lately but the one cordless I have that keeps on trucking is made by Bosch - 9.6v circa '97. Can't kill the batteries for love nor money. Personally I have a Makita 14.4v 2.6ah combi, as I have an old terrace and the bricks are pretty soft. My Hitachi SDS just disintigrates the bricks haha.
If you want to drill into brick I'd just get a corded one. I've got a Bosch, it's great. I'm never that far from a plug socket at home and you get more for your money corded.
actually just buy this and you're all covered:http://www.screwfix.com/p/bosch-bag-6ds-18v-4-0ah-li-ion-6-piece-cordless-power-tool-kit/2176f#
Got an old SDS I no longer use you can have Ken
Quote from: Jim on February 11, 2015, 12:57:22 pmGot an old SDS I no longer use you can have KenHero. Yes please!
Bosch. I had one that lasted for years and when it finally died I replaced it with some nondescript own brand thing from B&Q that seemed like an absolute bargain.It was shit. I gave it away and bought another Bosch.