Milwaukee makes the best hand drills, PERIOD!  It's miles better than others in its range.  It's the only one in this price range with a metal gearbox.  I had a Makita that was made by screwing 2 plastic pieces together, and eventually, the grease seeps thru and discolors the enclosure.  This Milwaukee includes a side handle which is much more helpful than you would imagine.  The drill is front-heavy and has a lot of torque, so you'll be happy you've got it.  It also includes an extra set of brushes (which you will probably never wear out) that are user-changeable.  The keyless chuck can be tightened at least as thoroughly as a keyed one.  The hinged trigger is very nice and allows precise control of the speed.  This drill was designed for industry and being constantly beaten up, I'm sure it will outlast me. I use it every weekend in the wood shop and have never found it lacking in any way. (And I'm picky!) Also, it's got grooves in the top sides for your thumb and index finger so you can get your palm right behind the chuck to push straight towards the work and squeeze the trigger with your pinky and ring fingers.  If you're deciding on whether this is worth the $30 or $40 extra over an equivalent DeWalt or Makita, it is. The only way I'd consider getting a drill other than this one is if you drill nothing but large holes.  If you plan on using it as a screwdriver, forget it. It's too fast by the time you get enough torque up.  You'll twist off and strip screw heads, gaurunteed.  You're best bet is to get a good cordless (DeWalt or Makita here) for that and keep this as your main drill.  I cannot recommend this drill highly enough.