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I'll have to pick up some more of those goodies. Their #1 Phillips bit is also substantially less pointy than the others I have, so it actually stays in the screw head when I use it with my impact driver. Why more retailers don't carry these, I have no idea. This is a welcome change after years of screwing around with Makita's speed chuck. Not only is it easier to use with one hand, it actually holds the bits steady (not quite as steady as if they were clamped in the chuck proper, but pretty steady) and it adds only a small amount of length to your drill.
The only negative is the blue rubber thingy tends to get pushed off in tight spots and I'm sure it will eventually get lost or ruined. The Kobalt (Lowes) is the same as this Bosch - but for half the price. It's a very handy thing to have if you need to drive various kinds of fasteners.
The only difference between the 2 brands, in case you are trying to compare, is that the Bosch seems to unlock the bit in a more logical way, maybe samewhat easier. They both work great, once you try it, you will not want to go back locking and unlocking chuck on your drill every time you need to change the bit. However, they are both quality accessories, and once you own it, you will get used to the operation and will not notice any major difference. I have 2 quick change chucks, one from Dewalt and this one from Bosch. I keep one in each of my 2 drills.
It works well with a regular chuck drill, and is a breeze changing bits. I bought the Pocket Driver from Bosch, and you can see that this set is paired with that particular product. Check for compatibility with your type of drill before purchasing. It is just a tug and snap to change bits and that makes every job easier when you don't have to loosen/tighten the chuck with each change. So I bought this set to go along with my new pocket drill. I may be not seeing how they go together, but the chuck stem does not fit in the pocket driver head.
I am buying another one for use on an older, keyed-chucked drill.With some looking around, you can find drill bits that work with the chuck to increase its usefulness and convenience. A well-built, compact, and easy to use bit exchange chuck. I especially like the use of rubber on the area where you pull to release the bits.
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