You've made an important purchase and video. Thanks for it. These drill machines are an important part of Americana, and a mandatory addition to any collector's "museum.". To me, this drill reflects an important attitude American companies have adopted over time. It goes like this: Make it cheap enough so that all can afford one (drill, automobile, camera, etc.). Toss out quality and in its place apply a heavy dose of marketing. Lest any patriot despair. B&D (and many other American manufacturers) definitely understood how to build a world-class product. An illustration is the 450-RPM B&D D-handle model 1330 with 5/8-inch chuck I bought in pristine condition some weeks ago, inspired by a Catus Maximus video. It is built like and strong as a tank! Oh, what a sound! Today, if I wanted the same quality I'm not sure where I'd find it. Perhaps from Makita or Fein. Not too sure if Dewalt is a contender. Another comment: The little B&D draws a half-horsepower of watts, but those don't translate to power at the chuck. [Same difference between engine horsepower and brake horsepower.] There is such a thing as efficiency. These drills would get hot in part because they were inefficient.
I sold mine 20 years ago when I started buying cordless drill/drivers. Got tired of the cord but it did work fine for needs. I remember buying mine for 10 bucks somewhere.
@@Megamanx305 I can use it for a full 8-hour day, but I only use it with a dimpler bit for driving screws to hang drywall, so very light duty. I would never use it to make holes in wood or metal as it would probably burn out. For that, I have my Makita cordless drill.
I recently bought a pair of Makita Li-on brushless drill/impact driver. I find I can do things I never thought possible with this set. I paid out the nose, though, $230 at HD. No regrets, they are fantastic!
BTW , after you tighten your keyless chuck, turn it by hand in the opposite direction one click to lock the chuck. It helps especially when you white knuckle a bit and the thing falls out…
Ah yes. The hi-point of drills. Not my favorite, but still the one I'm not scared to take up on a roof, or leave in the car. Still kinda fond of these old drills. Just nostalgia I guess.
Still have one of the tan handled units in my basement. I have even used it occasionally when I am too lazy to go get the good drill motors from the garage.
Well they did make the best drills at one time, and they introduced the first cordless electric drill in 1964 I believe it was. Sadly they locked themselves into the market of cheap homeowner tools by the late 70's . At that point nobody was willing to pay for a professional tool under the Black & Decker name, so they reintroduced their professional line under the well respected Dewalt name that they had recently purchased and sold them that way.
It is conceivable that once upon a time B&D did make the best drills in some category. However, I'd need some proof, simply because the US is not the old country on earth (big surprise, no?) and other nations have been doing some important work since the 19th century. Consider Fein, for example. fein.com/en_us/about/company/history/
Yes, B&D absolutely did add the pistol grip, a great innovation. And many other great innovations of which they can be proud. For history buffs, here's a quote from the fein.com site: "The next labour-saving invention was the world’s first power tool. In 1895, the resourceful employees at FEIN combined a hand drill with small electric motors. The concept of a tool with an individual electric power source was born. The first prototypes to use the now familiar ‘pistol’ shape were built in 1918 in accordance with an American model."
It’s amazing how even a 12 volt brushless cordless drill such as the Milwaukee M12 fuel is more powerful than a 1980s black and decker. There are some DIYers back in the 1980s that sprung for Milwaukee.
I've got a tan one of these in 1/2". I always figured something was wrong with it because it gets hot but I guess that normal. Other than that it works great. Its just slow because its a 500 rpm model. How can you tell what year these drills were made?
I remember the orange ones. I had a Craftsman, which wasn't a very good drill. Bought a Dewalt corded in the mid 90's. Those sanding wheels worked poorly. You could have bought a B+D at Kmart!
It's strange that new drills don't have the ability to set the speed or lock the drill on. There may be some that do that I don't know about. I'd like decent drill with both features. I like using sanding flaps and it sucks not being able to lock the drill on.
I now understand why you burn these out and think they're not good, because you don't respect the limitations of a homeowner grade, 3/8", 3A drill. Granted, it's no great loss today when there are better alternatives. It doesn't produce excessive heat, rather when you bog it down, the impeller fan spins slower. They are so common to find at thrift stores and pawn shops because they usually survive, responsible use, and get retired in favor of cordless tools. The sleeve bearings are not a big deal, because they're an appropriate size for a mere 3A drill. There is no reason a seal can't keep debris out, and it's curious that you did not find one on this drill. One thing you should do with one this old (if not entirely relubing it) is add a drop of oil to them. You can destroy any tool pushing it past its reasonable limits.
Not really junk at all, just meant for light duty use. It will probably outlast the average $200 cordless drill sold today if you merely recognize how to use a tool, that you don't bog it down and cause excessive stress and heat. This is true of any drill, or any other tool for that matter, to only use within its limits. If every tool you own is the best of its kind, what an incredible waste of money that would be. These drills were popular because they were a good mix of price, performance, and durability for homeowner use.
I have one of these that I've occasionally used over the last 30 years. It's my beater drill. It's taken a lot and still runs.
You've made an important purchase and video. Thanks for it. These drill machines are an important part of Americana, and a mandatory addition to any collector's "museum.". To me, this drill reflects an important attitude American companies have adopted over time. It goes like this: Make it cheap enough so that all can afford one (drill, automobile, camera, etc.). Toss out quality and in its place apply a heavy dose of marketing.
Lest any patriot despair. B&D (and many other American manufacturers) definitely understood how to build a world-class product. An illustration is the 450-RPM B&D D-handle model 1330 with 5/8-inch chuck I bought in pristine condition some weeks ago, inspired by a Catus Maximus video. It is built like and strong as a tank! Oh, what a sound! Today, if I wanted the same quality I'm not sure where I'd find it. Perhaps from Makita or Fein. Not too sure if Dewalt is a contender.
Another comment: The little B&D draws a half-horsepower of watts, but those don't translate to power at the chuck. [Same difference between engine horsepower and brake horsepower.] There is such a thing as efficiency. These drills would get hot in part because they were inefficient.
Especially if using one of these for commercial use rather than just around the house.
I sold mine 20 years ago when I started buying cordless drill/drivers. Got tired of the cord but it did work fine for needs. I remember buying mine for 10 bucks somewhere.
My dad had one. Never saw a different one. Thx cat
Thank you Catus for another great review.
I found one of these in a pile of trash, took it home, and it worked.
I use it as a drywall gun.
How long do you use it at a time? Is it a heavy use or light duty drill?
@@Megamanx305 I can use it for a full 8-hour day, but I only use it with a dimpler bit for driving screws to hang drywall, so very light duty. I would never use it to make holes in wood or metal as it would probably burn out. For that, I have my Makita cordless drill.
Thank you. I'm borrowing one of these with a snake on the end of it to unclog a plumbing line. I couldn't figure out where the reverse button is, lol.
I recently bought a pair of Makita Li-on brushless drill/impact driver. I find I can do things I never thought possible with this set. I paid out the nose, though, $230 at HD. No regrets, they are fantastic!
I have two of the black and decker drills 😊😊😊
BTW , after you tighten your keyless chuck, turn it by hand in the opposite direction one click to lock the chuck. It helps especially when you white knuckle a bit and the thing falls out…
Ah yes. The hi-point of drills. Not my favorite, but still the one I'm not scared to take up on a roof, or leave in the car.
Still kinda fond of these old drills. Just nostalgia I guess.
Finally a good video. Thank you
I still have one of these!!!! The cord where it is connected right where it is mounted to the grip is beginning to split the exterior plastic.
At Black & Decker they say that they have proudly used their products from a humble mechanic's workshop in America to the moon.
Still have one of the tan handled units in my basement. I have even used it occasionally when I am too lazy to go get the good drill motors from the garage.
i had that same drill, lasted me over 30 years and then finally started losing power
Mr Maximus, Thanks for the video . Any idea why they moved from Maryland to North Carolina?
Who knew Black &Decker /Stanley would own the market
Well they did make the best drills at one time, and they introduced the first cordless electric drill in 1964 I believe it was.
Sadly they locked themselves into the market of cheap homeowner tools by the late 70's .
At that point nobody was willing to pay for a professional tool under the Black & Decker name, so they reintroduced their professional line under the well respected Dewalt name that they had recently purchased and sold them that way.
It is conceivable that once upon a time B&D did make the best drills in some category. However, I'd need some proof, simply because the US is not the old country on earth (big surprise, no?) and other nations have been doing some important work since the 19th century. Consider Fein, for example. fein.com/en_us/about/company/history/
Typo! Meant to say "only country on earth"
Black & Decker invented the pistol grip drill and and sold a million of them by the end of the 1930s
Yes, B&D absolutely did add the pistol grip, a great innovation. And many other great innovations of which they can be proud.
For history buffs, here's a quote from the fein.com site: "The next labour-saving invention was the world’s first power tool. In 1895, the resourceful employees at FEIN combined a hand drill with small electric motors. The concept of a tool with an individual electric power source was born. The first prototypes to use the now familiar ‘pistol’ shape were built in 1918 in accordance with an American model."
In fact I had one of those units back in the 80´s
I have 2 of these. (Just the drills, no cases or accessories)
It’s amazing how even a 12 volt brushless cordless drill such as the Milwaukee M12 fuel is more powerful than a 1980s black and decker. There are some DIYers back in the 1980s that sprung for Milwaukee.
I've got a tan one of these in 1/2". I always figured something was wrong with it because it gets hot but I guess that normal. Other than that it works great. Its just slow because its a 500 rpm model. How can you tell what year these drills were made?
Este taladro tiene fuerza para perforar perfiles de acero 3mm?
In europ we call these type of drills wrist breakers because if you dont hold them right it twist your wrist around
Still have mine in the Green case.
Wow! A $200 dollar drill is better than a $20 dollar drill.
Can a vintage black& Decker work in reverse?
What are the switches on the drill where the drill meet the cord and switch right below the power lever?
I have a similar one, but I need to change the front guide bushing. I can't find it on the market
Model 7900 3/8" 380W
I remember the orange ones. I had a Craftsman, which wasn't a very good drill. Bought a Dewalt corded in the mid 90's. Those sanding wheels worked poorly. You could have bought a B+D at Kmart!
Any idea how/Where to oil this drill?
Please send me details of purchase of this machine in Sri Lanka
Can I buy a new 3/8 drill bit set and will it fit this?
Yes
and the corded drill will still be running long after you can no longer find replacement batteries for the dewalt
would like to have a better video of how the trigger is wired, i picked one up already taken apart
I remember having one of those crappy drills. I think mine was puke orange.
Too bad you don't have the 7277 or 7192 variable-speed/reversing hammer drills.
It's strange that new drills don't have the ability to set the speed or lock the drill on. There may be some that do that I don't know about. I'd like decent drill with both features. I like using sanding flaps and it sucks not being able to lock the drill on.
Use a pair of vise grips made for oil changes. Put in on the trigger and your in business.
@@paedahe4975 Or just a nylon wire tie.
Hitachi D10VC3, Metabo D10VH2, Bosch 800, Skil 6290, TACKLIFE PID01A, and others have the trigger speed lock dial.
@@stinkycheese804 Thanks for the info!
Some of those have the dial control you mention independent of the trigger switch, which is the case of some of the variable-speed jig saws.
If anyone has the case, or replacement brushes for this drill hit me up.
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I now understand why you burn these out and think they're not good, because you don't respect the limitations of a homeowner grade, 3/8", 3A drill. Granted, it's no great loss today when there are better alternatives.
It doesn't produce excessive heat, rather when you bog it down, the impeller fan spins slower. They are so common to find at thrift stores and pawn shops because they usually survive, responsible use, and get retired in favor of cordless tools.
The sleeve bearings are not a big deal, because they're an appropriate size for a mere 3A drill. There is no reason a seal can't keep debris out, and it's curious that you did not find one on this drill. One thing you should do with one this old (if not entirely relubing it) is add a drop of oil to them.
You can destroy any tool pushing it past its reasonable limits.
My biggest failure in this video was not bringing out some of my Black & Decker heavy duty and professional small drills to compare it too
Обзор класс, но так нечего и не понял с слов автора, Блэк дэкер ужэ не тот что раньше был статар обмотка алюминий ,а это ужэ китайский замес.
Yellow page, that's funny
Junk, was then still is.
Black&Decker was a premium brand... Then they made toasters... And this garbage 🤣
Embarrassment to the "made in USA" label
It’s damn ugly. I had one.
Such junk hope you didn't pay more than 5 bucks for it
Hey, you suck.
Just letting you know db.
Not really junk at all, just meant for light duty use. It will probably outlast the average $200 cordless drill sold today if you merely recognize how to use a tool, that you don't bog it down and cause excessive stress and heat. This is true of any drill, or any other tool for that matter, to only use within its limits.
If every tool you own is the best of its kind, what an incredible waste of money that would be. These drills were popular because they were a good mix of price, performance, and durability for homeowner use.