DEWALT: I broke down 4 yrs ago (formaly Makita, 15YRS).I spent $90 on a rebuild from Sears (light,hammer/drill combo) not a problem to date.
Only real complaint, the dewalt is much too bulky but very powerfull. Makita seems to have a better balance to it.
I also HATE the molded case, I can not fit any of my "junk" in it, coz all the space is accounted for. I hate that!
