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Offline AlexH2014

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I know it's a push drill, but more info?
« on: September 03, 2011, 04:25:58 PM »
My dad found this in a garage sale and I was trying to find info about it, and trying to see If I could still get drill bits for it.



The markings say its a "M.KLEIN & SONS, INC. Chicago IL. USA No. 64000"

I've not found any information about where to buy drill bits for this or if it's worth anything as an "antique" (a man told him it was).

Any help is appreciated. Thanks.
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Offline Neals

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Re: I know it's a push drill, but more info?
« Reply #1 on: September 03, 2011, 04:28:55 PM »
I read somewhere that Lee Valley tools has bits for Yankee brand ones. Not sure if they are the same.
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Re: I know it's a push drill, but more info?
« Reply #2 on: September 03, 2011, 05:00:00 PM »
You need to know exactly which one you have to get the correct bits. The bits can be more expensive than the drill!
Antique? Yes. High value? Not really.
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Offline geneg

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Re: I know it's a push drill, but more info?
« Reply #3 on: September 03, 2011, 06:18:15 PM »
Since its Klein,  screwdriver bits are probable more suited.  Klein tools are the mainstay for electricians.  It was the first cordless screwdriver.  I've seen old timers use these and swivel sticks to device out projects.  Check McMaster for new bits.
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Re: I know it's a push drill, but more info?
« Reply #4 on: September 03, 2011, 06:37:56 PM »
Ditto, it is a screwdriver, not a drill : )

Bits have a circular notch in them, like the yankee ones.

Look like these: http://compare.ebay.com/like/220779974691?ltyp=AllFixedPriceItemTypes&var=sbar

That drill is probably not all that old....
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Re: I know it's a push drill, but more info?
« Reply #5 on: September 05, 2011, 06:02:08 PM »
Definitely a screwdriver. Lee Valley Tools does sell bits for them as well as an adapter to allow the use of 1/4" hex bits. They come in several sizes and are listed by the diameter of the bit shaft. you can look them up at leevalley.com.
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Re: I know it's a push drill, but more info?
« Reply #6 on: September 05, 2011, 06:46:14 PM »
http://www.leevalley.com/US/wood/page.aspx?p=57809&cat=1,43411,43417&ap=2

This thing is kewl, especially as there are hex drive drill bits available...

hmmm

Very interesting....
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Offline kxxr

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Re: I know it's a push drill, but more info?
« Reply #7 on: September 05, 2011, 07:45:31 PM »
I've seen a Craftsman with that extra long black handle on it too. The shank locks into the handle for conventional use and then pops out when you are staring down the barrel and flip the switch. It gets your attention.
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Re: I know it's a push drill, but more info?
« Reply #8 on: September 11, 2011, 11:00:28 PM »
It looks EXACTLY like my "Yankee" screwdriver.  Mine is a Stanley Yankee No. 130A.  I have had if for about 30 years, when I bought it new.  I believe you have the same tool but manufactured under a different name.  I bet you can still get phillips and flat screw driver tips for them. 
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Re: I know it's a push drill, but more info?
« Reply #9 on: September 14, 2011, 09:25:06 PM »
The local Ace Hardware has a STANLEY (USA I believe) Yankee driver for sale. Still in the old box, right next to the newer, Taiwanese made equivalents. They want $70 for it - the Taiwans are $19.

Wondering if maybe I can get it for a discount, since it's been sliding around on the bottom shelf for 2 years without selling?
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Re: I know it's a push drill, but more info?
« Reply #10 on: September 25, 2011, 11:17:56 AM »
I have a few of those.



The biggest one is a Yankee brand, the other 2 are Stanley. The spring is broken on the smallest one. Figures, since that's the only one I have a bit for.
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