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It is very important that you use the right drill for the particular project. Power drills come in a variety of sizes. They are sized by the largest size of shank that will fit into the chuck. You will get more speed with a larger sized drill. Drills are classified as being for light, medium, or heavy duty work. 

While women can operate most any power tool, there are some out there designed specifically for women to use. Don t worry, they aren t pink and cute! The Barbara K line features a cordless drill that is very light, yet very powerful. The cordless power screwdriver is the best selling power tool of the line. 

With saws, the most common complaint for left handed people is that the blade is on the right hand side which makes it difficult for them to operate. The left handed individual has two choices hold it the wrong way and hope the cut ends up being straight or face it the other way around with the blade coming at you and the materials coming at you. 

You may not know what accessories you are going to need down the road for a particular power tool. That can keep you from purchasing the power tool kit with accessories, then you may wish you had them down the road. Take some time to research the power tool you wish to purchase. Find out about the various accessories available and their use. 

Even if you use the power tool as it should be operated and have on the right safety equipment, accidents can still happen in the blink of an eye. Tripping, slipping, or falling while you have a power tool in your hand can result in an injury. One unfortunately young man was using a staple gun on a ladder with safety equipment on when he lost his footing. 

It really depends on your preference and the types of projects you will be doing. A sander that works with or against the grain is something I recommend if you will be doing any type of sanding. This can be on a vehicle, furniture, or a number of other projects. Having a power sander is going to save you hours or even days of sanding by hand, depending on the size of the project.