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Makita DF457DWE 18V Li-Ion Cordless Drill Driver+2 Batteries $99 (Was $199) @ Bunnings Warehouse

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Saw it on today's herald sun Vic paper. should be nationwide.

A very good chance to stop buying the cheapie/crappie drills and buy A real one this time.

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Makita (model no. DF457DWE) 18V Li-Ion Cordless Drill Driver with 2 Batteries $99 (Was $199) @ Bunnings Warehouse

Same price for hammer drill HP457DWE, Thanks to all fellow Ozbargainers for the feedback.

$257 here

Powered by1.1Ah Lithium-Ion batteries which can be fully charged in 60 minutes using the included charger, the all metal gear construction of the Makita 18V Mobile Driver Drill ensures high transmission durability, with gears completely covered for protection for dust.
• Single sleeve keyless chuck
• Ergonomically designed rubberised soft grip
• Mechanical 2 speed gearing
• Variable speed control by trigger
• Includes 2 batteries

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    • adventurouslion on 18/10/2013 - 08:10
      +30

      What's your point????
      Isn't that what you do as a business to keep it viable!?
      What do you do for work,how do you get by and make a profit??

      • eug on 18/10/2013 - 10:20
        +12

        I think he means … they can sell it for $99 and still make a profit, so imagine the markup with normal prices.

        I think these huge price drops are usually done in conjunction with the supplier though. They get special pricing so they pass it on.

        • bargaino on 18/10/2013 - 10:32
          +7

          Yes, I don't know why all the negs. These 1/2 price deals (except clearance) just remind us how huge the markups are. You'll never see such a discount on competitively priced goods like current-model computers or TVs. (ie where an efficient market exists.)

          That the profit margins (manuf plus retail) allow such discounts, suggests the cheaper brands might not actually be much cheaper to make.

        • ESEMCE on 18/10/2013 - 11:15
          +3

          I think these huge price drops are usually done in conjunction with the supplier though. They get special pricing so they pass it on.

          This is how retail works.. the supermarket/retailer rarely if ever loses.. It's the manufacturer that is forced to lose most/all of it's profit margin.
          The threat is that we'll drop your brand and pick up a competitor (who is happy to run promos) instead.

        • altomic on 18/10/2013 - 11:37
          +5

          excellent point desertsyd-

          the "reduction" just reveals how consumers are being screwed over.

        • rmamila on 18/10/2013 - 14:35

          I wish if all big retailers manage to get the so called special pricing arrangements with suppliers and sell the stuff at least closer to what they sell in US rather than selling it for 3-4 times of the actual price.
          Having said that I have seen the prices going down dramatically for past 5 years, which is a good sign. We can all be happy that we are not getting ripped off as we did 5 years back.

    • johnno07 on 18/10/2013 - 23:10

      And yet bunnings will still make a profit on the item.

      Or it just becomes a loss leader for the length of the promo?

    • conio on 20/10/2013 - 13:52

      Loss Leader , look it up

  • lomie on 18/10/2013 - 08:10

    How big is the chuck?

  • [Deactivated] on 18/10/2013 - 08:12
    -1

    No mention of charger, could be extra…..

    • No on 18/10/2013 - 08:13
      +3

      included charger

    • [Deactivated] on 18/10/2013 - 08:17

      Yah! Then its a bargain. And I up for a new drill as my last drill charger dropped its output and wont charge the batteries.

  • No on 18/10/2013 - 08:14

    Are these powerful enough to drill into brick?

    • jatcave on 18/10/2013 - 08:20
      +1

      It looks like quite a small drill, and as it's a drill/driver, I would guess it may struggle. Get the right drill bit though, and I'm sure it will get there eventually. RPM probably not that high.

    • adventurouslion on 18/10/2013 - 08:20
      +10

      Yes,I am a qualified plasterer and chippy and have had one of these for about 4 years and have used it for drilling into brick and all sorts of tasks.
      Hasn't missed a beat!
      Will definitely be getting another one!

      • ESEMCE on 18/10/2013 - 09:06
        +1

        But yours is a Hammer version?
        The description doesn't list a Hammer function, although the image appears to have a slider to activate Hammer.

        EDIT:
        This isn't the Hammer Version so it's a poor choice for Brick.
        This is Makita's LXT Rechargeable Hammer Drill, Model HP457DWE-NEW
        http://www.makita.com.sg/products_details.asp?id=1&prodID=43…

        • adventurouslion on 18/10/2013 - 09:43
          +5

          Like I said I have had one for 4 yrs and used it on brick and concrete.
          It's not the obvious tool for the job and the hammer drill is the relevant tool to use in that instance but you can use a normal driver drill to drill into some bricks and concrete.
          Been a tradie for 26yrs and I know what are shit tools and what should only be used in a garage and I know what they are capable of.
          This is a great cordless tool for $99 and Makita have great customer service.

        • zealmax on 18/10/2013 - 09:43
          +2

          From personal experience, hammer drill on brick isn't always a good idea. Lot of the clay bricks are too soft and tend to crack with the hammer function. Hammer function really comes in handy, when drilling concrete.

        • aec on 18/10/2013 - 10:03

          a noob question, what can you use the drill for? some examples in daily life (not as a tradie)

        • Snoop on 18/10/2013 - 10:15
          +2

          a noob question, what can you use the drill for? some examples in daily life (not as a tradie)

          Not just for drilling, but because of it's adjustable torque settings you can also use it to drill screws, etc. in too!
          I've used it to: Drill, countersink and screw a 50sqm merbau deck; Drill and screw house loads of curtain rails up; Screw plaster sheeting up; Drill and screw picture hooks up; etc. etc. I've also used it for much heavier work in the garden srewing sleepers onto posts, but it's not recommended as it doesn't have a high enough torque load! Basically, anything your DIY brain can imagine!!!

          Edit: If you want to get real creative you can use it (with an attachment) to mix paint, plaster, etc. Even mix batter in the kitchen.

        • eug on 18/10/2013 - 10:22
          +2

          but you can use a normal driver drill to drill into some bricks and concrete.

          A normal drill into concrete? You must have some patience there. :)

        • bargaino on 18/10/2013 - 10:38
          +11

          a noob question, what can you use the drill for? some examples in daily life (not as a tradie)

          Attach a cog or pulley and drive your bicycle.
          Add a propeller on long shaft to power a small boat.
          A cooling fan.
          An electric fishing reel.
          Add a dough-hook for making bread.

        • aec on 18/10/2013 - 11:11

          thanks Snoop.
          very funny, manic.

        • ESEMCE on 18/10/2013 - 11:17
          +1

          Primarily drilling holes in wood, plastic or metal.
          While you can still use it to drill into brick/concrete a hammer drill will do it quicker and with less damage (from overheating) to your drillbits.

        • unity1 on 18/10/2013 - 11:48
          +1

          My local are selling both versions. Both the same price.

          One model starts with DF and the other HP

        • Jake D on 18/10/2013 - 13:09

          I'm hoping he means cement or mortar…

      • macrocephalic on 18/10/2013 - 12:33
        +1

        Some people just think that you need the best of everything for simple jobs. I've used a $35 kmart AC power drill to drill into concrete and brick to install 12mm ramset bolts - and it wasn't even a struggle. If I was doing it for a living I'd surely buy something better, but you can do more with less if you have the patience and use sensibly.

        • eug on 18/10/2013 - 12:39
          +4

          With 500 watts in hand, all that shouldn't be a struggle!

          The difference is how many of those holes you can drill before it overheats. And how long it takes. And how strong the hammering action is, and how long the mechanism lasts.

          You can use a Hyundai i30 to tow a loaded trailer, but it isn't going to do it very well for very long. :)

  • JuryWheel on 18/10/2013 - 08:15
    +1

    Any recommendations for a small drill for screwing in screws in tighter spaces?

  • cheepwun on 18/10/2013 - 08:17
    +2

    I'd love to know the exact Makita model number.
    I heard that Bunnings sometimes get manufacturers to make cheaper tools for their stores only.

    • No Smoking on 18/10/2013 - 09:21
      +5

      They don't make cheaper tools what they do is they get the manufacturer to change a very minor thing and change the model numbers to get around their price match guarantee.

      • cheepwun on 18/10/2013 - 09:47

        Listing has been updated. Apparently it's the DF457DWE. It can be found here:
        http://www.makita.com.sg/products_details.asp?id=1&prodID=43…

        I've heard in some cases the things they change cheapen the product. I have no direct first-hand experience except to say that I avoid any tool from a well-known brand that cannot be found on the manufacturer's website. Good that this one can.

        Thanks OP!

        • linnaen on 18/10/2013 - 12:56

          Something like the Weber One Touch BBQ's - where they had a different spec to what they were advertising?

  • troyboy on 18/10/2013 - 08:17
    +1

    The thing with Makita products sold at Bunnings is that you will not find them as an official product on the Makita website as they are made exclusive for Bunnings.

  • oz-dxer on 18/10/2013 - 08:21
    +2

    All info here:
    http://www.bunnings.com.au/makita-18v-li-ion-cordless-drill-…

    Charger inc
    Chuck 13mm

    Model Name:18V Mobile Driver Drill
    Model Number:DF457DWE
    Material: Metal / Plastic
    Colour:Teal / Black
    Product Dimensions (mm)W:83 H:240 L:228:
    Package Dimensions (mm)W:260 H:330 L:430
    Battery Type 18V Litium-Ion
    Chuck Type Keyless
    Chuck Size: 13
    Cordless Yes
    Batteries Included Yes
    Number of Batteries 2
    Battery charge time (min.) 60
    Charger Included Yes
    Number of Clutch Settings 16
    Maximum Speed (rpm) 1400
    Case Included Yes
    Hammer Function (Yes/No) No

  • mrfluffy on 18/10/2013 - 08:32
    +1

    That is an amazing price!

  • Binchicken22 on 18/10/2013 - 08:34
    +1

    1.1ah batteries are quite small these days.

    I've got a Milwaukee 18v set with 4ah batteries, though you'd probably be looking at about $400 for a similar kit to this so for $99 it's probably a decent buy, just don't expect the batteries to last all that long of your drilling into thick steel or hardwood.

  • troyboy on 18/10/2013 - 08:37

    I think the model is - Makita DF457DWE

    http://mullumpowertools.com.au/catalog/makita-df457dwe-p-314…

  • Fanzao on 18/10/2013 - 08:50

    http://www.productreview.com.au/p/makita-df457dwe/m/df457dwe…

    Ken Member since:
    October 6, 2013Location:
    Newcastledon't buy DF457DWE
    1.0 - Terrible
    Ken posted this on Oct 06, 2013

    Hardly used after 14 months ( 2 months out of warranty) the charger failed possibly less than 6 charges. I contacted the wholesalers who did not reply to my email other than an auto reply. i am sorry that I didnt' buy the cheaper Ozito 18v as the salesman pointed out , it has 3 yrs warranty.
    Purchased at: Bunnings Warehouse

    • Snoop on 18/10/2013 - 09:00

      He was one of the unlucky ones. And I'm sure if he was a little nicer to them when explaining, they would've looked after him!!!
      I've had a 14.4v Makita set for about 5 years now, and altough the batteries lose charge in 1/2 the time they originally did, the charger is still spot on! (Used on average at least every second weekend - 3 full house renos)

    • adventurouslion on 18/10/2013 - 09:02
      +2

      I have used mine constantly for over 4 yrs and have actually screwed up plaster ceilings in whole houses with one and have used them drilling into brick,hat timber and plastics and have never ha a problem with the drill or the batteries.
      I would take Makita over most brands apart from Milwaukee,Panasonic and Dewalt is nearly exactly the same for a deare price.
      With all due respect that guy is welcome to his Ozito tools,I can guarantee they wouldn't last 4 yrs on job sites .
      Btw I think the problem would have been the battery and that is unfortunately a problem that can happen no matter what the brand or type of battery.

    • alexthebargainman on 18/10/2013 - 09:19

      but its $99… this would wipe the floor with anything + / - $50

      • abacus on 18/10/2013 - 12:45
        -4

        I would rather pay $69 for the ozito equivalent with a 3 year warranty than a $99 makita - even if it's twice as good - with a 1 year warranty. Most people use these to drill into WOOD, not brick, and as long as the chuck is turning with enough torque, it is doing exactly the same job. I just bought the $69 lion ozito and it sounds like sh*t when turning but does the job.

        • Snoop on 21/10/2013 - 13:38

          Makita warranty is 3 years for any Lithium-Ion powered tool purchased after 1st Nov 2012! And agreed, I don't think it's a great choice for brickwork, etc. but it would still wipe the floor with an Ozito! Come back in a little while when you've used the Ozito a fair bit and let us know how you're going!
          Ps. I've owned some Ozito & Ryobi power tools, and there's a good reason I now spend a bit more!

    • Snoop on 18/10/2013 - 09:25
      +4

      Yeah, I read the same thing… And 1 bad review on 1 faulty part by 1 purchaser doesn't make this less attactive!

  • pebee47 on 18/10/2013 - 08:51

    Often the chucks on the cheaper ones are a lighter duty construction than on the full price tradie's models. Depends on the workload you're going to put it through.

    • twwyt on 19/10/2013 - 14:26

      Very True.

      I have the BHP458RFE and it has the full metal chuck whereas the cheaper drills have a metal/ plastic combination used for the chucks.

      I guess you get what you pay for.

  • Snoop on 18/10/2013 - 09:08

    This is a great buy for the DIYer, but with a 1.1Ah battery it's not for the tradie with daily use! Also the torque loading at 42Nm is very light for a driver, so it's not going to be screwing bugles into sleepers all that well.
    But I think I'll upgrade the old 14v I've got!!!

    • adventurouslion on 18/10/2013 - 09:55

      What driver drill would do the job you mentioned???
      It's a great buy for $99 and being a tradie and using mine constantly and for nearly 4 yrs I disagree with you on it being only a DIYer.
      Wht a crock of shit,you simply don't use driver drills to screw bugles into sleepers,you use an impact driver but that doesn't mean you don't buy a great tool at a great price just because it doesn't do a particular job!

      • Snoop on 18/10/2013 - 10:30

        Read my comments properly… That's why I stated you wouldn't be using it for that sort of work! The idea is to inform people what it is and isn't good for! And it'd be great for most light to medium work!!!
        As for it being good for a tradie, BS! These things struggle to drill a 15mm hole through pine studs let alone through hardwood. Yes you can do it, but it takes a fair bit of effort. A proper full time proffesional tradie would buy and use something much more capable than this!!!

        But getting back to it, as stated, this is a great buy for the Handyman/DIYer!

        • adventurouslion on 18/10/2013 - 10:42
          +4

          Buddy I am a tradie and can vouch for it!!!
          I have screwed down compressed cement sheet in bathrooms,screwed numerous plaster ceilings into metal and wood battens,pre drilled and screwed decking,used it drilling into bricks and have used it on an array of tasks and it has lasted 4 yrs and is still going!
          Been a tradie for a long enough time to know what a shit tool for a job and not and have used this tool for many jobs on a job site and not just in a garage and DIY job at home.
          I have had Mileaukee tools and now use Panasonic and I still use my old Makita when I need it or my other tools are being used!
          It maybe BS to you but to me it's a fact and I don't need someone telling me its no good for a full time tradie when I have been one for over 26yrs!

        • cornbeef on 18/10/2013 - 10:51
          +8

          carn boys. go get some subway, a coke and sit on your eskies and have a laugh. it's friday!

        • Snoop on 18/10/2013 - 11:09

          I have screwed down compressed cement sheet in bathrooms,

          No problems there I imagine. Personally I prefer to nail it down.

          screwed numerous plaster ceilings into metal and wood battens,

          'into', Once again, no problems there.

          pre drilled and screwed decking,

          Did a 50sqm merbau deck myself last year with my 14v. (Drilled, sunk and screwed)!

          used it drilling into bricks,

          Likewise, I've had to use it to do this once or twice, but would definitely not recommend it. Stuffed a couple of bits this way as it doesn't have the same sort of impact or speed to do the job properly. I just hope you don't charge by the hour if this is what you use to do it!

          I state once again, this model would be suited to light-middle weight jobs for most uses! Most professional chippies I know use much heavier duty!
          Ps. Why did you buy the Pano, and what's it rated compared to 'this' model?

        • eug on 18/10/2013 - 11:11

          Buddy I am a tradie and can vouch for it!!!

          Just double-checking, you are 100% sure it's the exact same model as yours?

        • Snoop on 18/10/2013 - 11:13

          Just double-checking, you are 100% sure it's the exact same model as yours?

          That's what I was thinking. Nothing against the brand, or this deal, because my garage and boot are full of Makita!

  • billp on 18/10/2013 - 09:29

    why so cheap - cause aldi why else https://www.aldi.com.au/en/special-buys/saturday-19-october-…

    actually better than aldi which has 10mm chuck & even less torque

    • abc on 18/10/2013 - 09:39
      +6

      this is a Makita. No comparison.

      • jatcave on 18/10/2013 - 09:54

        Agreed. The Makita has all specs better than the Aldi one. Having said that, it looks like the Makita special is only available in Vic.

  • stewartedin on 18/10/2013 - 09:42

    I have a deck to do would this have enough grunt to drive and countersink deck screws?

    • adventurouslion on 18/10/2013 - 09:47
      +1

      Personally I would buy or use an impact driver but the cordless drill would be great for pre drilling holes in the decking and joists so as to countersink the screw holes before you screw the screws in.

    • Sira on 18/10/2013 - 09:52
      +1

      Definitely, just don't expect to do hundreds of screws with one battery, but with two I couldn't see a problem. It all really depends on the size of the deck though.

    • cornbeef on 18/10/2013 - 10:52

      depends - is your deck big?

    • Snoop on 18/10/2013 - 11:24
      +1

      I have a deck to do would this have enough grunt to drive and countersink deck screws?

      Absolutely. I did mine last year (50sqm). And likewise, drilled, countersunk and screwed.
      And yeah, it took numerous battery changes, but mine is about 4-5 years old now!

  • jps433 on 18/10/2013 - 09:48

    has anyone confirmed this in NSW i just rang a store and they had no idea what i was talking about

    • [Deactivated] on 18/10/2013 - 09:57
      +5

      That's a typical Bunnings response

    • G0bbo on 18/10/2013 - 10:01
      +2

      http://www.bunnings.com.au/price-guarantee

      "Bunnings' price guarantee applies to any cheaper price found on an online store or in a physical store in Australia."

      Surely if the sale doesn't apply in NSW, you could use their own price guarantee against the VIC pricing?? :)

      • jatcave on 18/10/2013 - 10:02

        lol. Loophole? :)

    • alexthebargainman on 18/10/2013 - 10:11

      see my comment below, confirmed in NSW store Warrawong (2526)

  • After Dark on 18/10/2013 - 09:52

    The ad was in todays Brisbane Courier Mail too

  • Captain Fuzzychops on 18/10/2013 - 10:02

    Has anyone picked it up yet? I will drop by a Bunnings in Sydney tonight to check.

  • lankfert on 18/10/2013 - 10:02

    I have this drill. It is a good unit and at that price it is an excellent buy. The only thing i miss is the LED light :(

    • [Deactivated] on 18/10/2013 - 10:16
      +1

      You can tape a cheap Cree LED torch to it. Wait for a cheap Cree deal on Ozbargain ;)

  • dexxl on 18/10/2013 - 10:05
    -8

    Price is back to $199

    Price correct as at Fri 18 Oct 2013 8:49:25

    • shizmo on 18/10/2013 - 10:17
      +5

      Considering the Ad is in this mornings paper I don't think so.

  • alexthebargainman on 18/10/2013 - 10:10

    Confirmed got 2 of these in NSW.

    • jps433 on 18/10/2013 - 10:13

      did it scan at that price or did you have to show them the ad

      • alexthebargainman on 18/10/2013 - 10:15
        +1

        advertised at 199, scanned at $99.

        edit: times like these that i LOVE ozbargain!

        • tztong on 18/10/2013 - 11:03

          thank you , going to get a bargain

  • billp on 18/10/2013 - 10:14

    Rang AshfieldNSW, no stock, dont't know. Rang NSW state operations, very helpful but don't know either, awaiting call back to advise.

  • billp on 18/10/2013 - 10:22
    +1

    Greenacre NSW have "heaps"…yo!

  • cheepwun on 18/10/2013 - 10:26
    +1

    Listing sez:

    Powered by1.1Ah Lithium-Ion batteries which can be fully charged in 60 minutes

    Actual battery capacity listed on the batteries themselves is 1.3Ah.
    (I have the unit with me)

    So a nice little 'bonus'.
    Unit comes in the typical Makita hard plastic case with carry handle.

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