Considering A Different Type Of Tool

When it comes to buying a power tool, sometimes you just have to get the tool in your hand and feel it. It does make a difference how the tool feels in your hand because tools are not a one size fits all kind of product. Yes, the tool makers do try to create them to be as ergonomic as possible to fit the broadest range of consumers, but there is still something that needs to be felt to know if it is the appropriate tool for your needs.
As an example, there are varied shapes when it comes to power drills. There is the standard shape, where the handle in the middle of the tool, with an virtually equal distance between the back of the tool and the nose of the tool. This is a good balanced drill for the majority of people, but there is another style called the pistol grip drill. On the pistol grip style drill, the handle is situated all the way at the back of the tool.
This is the older style type of drill, and when most people used corded drills because the cordless technology was brand new and not as good, this is how most drills were designed. Over the last few years, nearly all of the drills have gone to the more ergonomically shaped edition of the tool, but there are still those out there that prefer the older type.
It really does all come down to personal preference, but for many people, unless they do some research, they wouldn't recognize that there was even a choice. And who knows, if you try the pistol grip style, you might even prefer the way it feels in your hand. This is precisely the same with any kind of power tool; you always want to get something that feels right. You are going to have to use it after all, and if it fits your hands properly and is comfortable, it is going to make the job go by faster and be much more pleasing.
Frequently, a person will get so used to a brand of tools that they won't even give another manufacturer a real opportunity. They have been pleased with a particular brand, and being loyal is great, but know that you have choices and every once in a while you should explore them. Just to be sure that you are as happy with your present set up as you think you might be.