Looking for mag drill recommendations

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Like the subject says.. I’m looking at mag drills. Originally I thought I wanted a Haugen. Then I realized only the one model has reverse. I want to do drilling and some tapping with it. I’m leaning toward the Fein JMU 137-2QW https://www.zoro.com/fein-magnetic-d...qw/i/G0993190/  It is two speed, has reverse and includes a 3 jaw chuck and coolant setup. It’s toward the upper end of what I’m able to spend at $1329. I could do the tapping with a cordless drill. I’ve had good luck with it over the years and I’m not tapping tons of holes. If I go without reverse the Hougen 904S gets great reviews from guys that own them. How does the 904 do with twist drills in their 3 jaw chuck?Interested in feedback and recommendations. Thank you!Miller Syncrowave 180SD
Reply:It’s hard to find info or reviews on the Fein I linked to above. I found this video that shows more than their stock photo. I think it does what I need.Miller Syncrowave 180SD
Reply:My B&D has tap 3/4" NC all day long.I just use a drill chuck to hold the tapDave

Originally Posted by slodat

Like the subject says.. I’m looking at mag drills. Originally I thought I wanted a Haugen. Then I realized only the one model has reverse. I want to do drilling and some tapping with it. I’m leaning toward the Fein JMU 137-2QW https://www.zoro.com/fein-magnetic-d...qw/i/G0993190/  It is two speed, has reverse and includes a 3 jaw chuck and coolant setup. It’s toward the upper end of what I’m able to spend at $1329. I could do the tapping with a cordless drill. I’ve had good luck with it over the years and I’m not tapping tons of holes. If I go without reverse the Hougen 904S gets great reviews from guys that own them. How does the 904 do with twist drills in their 3 jaw chuck?Interested in feedback and recommendations. Thank you!
Reply:I have the 904s.  Not sure a chuck is recommended for it.  There is a chuck and adapter available.  I was considering the kit,  however the decided against it,  since the stack would often be longer than the drill clearance.  I use annular cutters from 1/2 to 1-1/2".  Nice drill, if it fits you needs.
Reply:Despite there being very limited info, the Fein JMU 137-2QW is exactly what I was looking for. It came with a very nice 3/4 Weldon Rohm three jaw chuck. Two speed gear box and electronic variable speed in those two gear ranges. Reverse is a momentary pushbutton. Should work really well for tapping. It’s about 50 pounds lighter than the Milwaukees with similar features and it’s everything I’ll need in a mag drill. Excited to put it to use!


Last edited by slodat; 12-28-2020 at 10:28 PM.Miller Syncrowave 180SD
Reply:I like the size easy to move.Dave

Originally Posted by slodat

Despite there being very limited info, the Fein JMU 137-2QW is exactly what I was looking for. It came with a very nice 3/4 Weldon Rohm three jaw chuck. Two speed gear box and electronic variable speed in those two gear ranges. Reverse is a momentary pushbutton. Should work really well for tapping. It’s about 50 pounds lighter than the Milwaukees with similar features and it’s everything I’ll need in a mag drill. Excited to put it to use!