Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #26468 in Home Improvement
• Brand: Bosch
• Model: 1005VSRK
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 4.00" h x 12.00" w x 12.00" l, 5.80 pounds

Features

• 5.5 amp motor, 0-2,500 rpm
• 3/8-inch keyless chuck
• Variable speed trigger with reversing switch for greater control
• Lock-on switch for ease of operation
• Ergonomic handle

From the Manufacturer
Bosch 1005VSRK 5.5 Amp 3/8-Inch Drill

From the Manufacturer
The Bosch 1005VSRK 3/8-inch VSR drill features a comfortable contoured grip that minimizes fatigue and offers multiple gripping positions. The drill has a heavy-duty 5.5 amp motor, along with a 3/8-inch keyless chuck for easy bit changes. Its fully hardened cut-steel gears provide quiet operation and long life. The drill runs at 0 to 2,500 rpm, measures 10 inches long, and weights 3.9 pounds. Kit includes plastic carrying case and convenient belt clip.

Features

• 5.5 amps, 0 to 2,500 rpm
• 3/8-inch keyless chuck
• Variable-speed trigger with reversing switch for greater control
• Lock-on switch for ease of operation
• Ergonomic handle for greater comfort
• Double insulated, UL listed

Specifications

• Amps: 5.5 amps
• No-load speed: 0 to 2,500 rpm
• Length: 10 inches
• Weight: 3.9 lbs.
• Spindle size: 3/8 inch-24
• Max hole diameter in wood (paddle bit): 1 inch
• Max hole diameter in wood (self-feed bit): N/A
• Max hole diameter in wood (hole saw): 1 inch
• Max hole diameter in wood (auger bit): N/A
• Max hole diameter in steel (twist drill bit): 3/8 inch
• Max hole diameter in steel (hole saw): N/A

Includes

• Carrying case

Warranty
This Bosch power tool comes with a one-year limited warranty from the date of purchase.

Customer Reviews

Not up to Bosch standards.
I recently purchased the Bosch 1005VSRK drill. I have a Bosch jig saw and am very happy with it. I figured the drill would be the same quality as the jig saw. Wrong! When I tested my new drill I found that about 50% of the time it would start smoothly and slowly as a variable speed drill should. I found that the other 50% of the time the drill would hesitate then suddenly start up with quite a bit of torque and the speed would be fast. There seemed to be no way of knowing which way the drill would start which is a pain if you're trying to start a hole in a very precise place. I was very unhappy with it, and returned it right away. I then did what I should have done in the first place. I bought a Milwaukee 3/8" Magnum variable speed drill. I am extremely pleased with it.

In regard to the Bosch drill I've learned that this unit is made in Malaysia, and it doesn't seem to be up to Bosch standards. When it comes to this tool you better pass this dog up.

Poor quality
I bought this as I was very impressed with their jig saw, which I have had for 3 years. This drill is a very weak product and I would not recommmend it for anything other then extremely light use. I am contractor and this tool was getting lots of use for fast, light drilling jobs. For the heavy jobs we use our 1/2" milwaukee. After three months the internal reduction gear stripped while drilling a 3/4" hole (this drill is specified to handle up to a 1" wood hole). I considered it bad luck and replaced the gear for $... 3 months later the cord shorted out where it enters the drill. Again changed same and then 2 months later the chuck broke. I was very disappointed with this drill.

Good Drill - Good Price
I like the other reviewer have had the 1587s for years, and they are still running. The company I work for installs commercial metal roofing and siding and we use BOSCH or DeWalt exclusively. The guys had their doubts about the plastic chasis ( the 1587 has a metal housing in front of the pistol grip ) but so far the 1005 has held up. The switch does not feel quite as good as the 1587, and due to a molded tab on the reversing switch, it is harder to reverse with only one hand. However, the 1587 feels less balanced and not quite as comfortable after a days work. The motor is actually 5.5 amps, not 5.0 as advertised. The DeWalts have not been as durable as they used to be, so we are trying some different manufacturers. Milwaukee makes a good motor, but they are not comfortable, the Makitas have had bearing problems, and the Hitachis are not inexpenive and are not as comfortable. So far the BOSCH, like always are holding their own.