DEWALT 1-3/4″ SDS Max Combination Hammer Review

DEWALT 1-3/4″ SDS Max Combination Hammer Kit D25602 with SHOCKS® & CTC®

Recently I visited DEWALT’s testing and training facility in Maryland: the Black and Decker University – a very interesting place for anyone who likes tools!  While there I had the opportunity to

meet  Jeff Beck, Product Manager for rotary and demolition hammer drills.  I posted an DEWALT Rotary And Demolition Hammerswhich, if you like hammer drills or would like to learn more about them, you need to read this .  I highly recommend it.

Jeff sent me a DEWALT , L-shaped SDS Rotary and Demolition Hammer, Model #D25602 to review.  I’ve been using it at the jobsite for two months now, read below for my review.

What is a Hammer Drill?

According to Jeff,  “Hammer drill” can be a vague term. Tools that rotate a bit and hit at the same time are sometimes referred to as hammer drills.  We refer to “hammer drills” as a drill with hammering action that has a standard keyed or key-less chuck that accepts round shank drill bits.

A “hammer drill” derives its hammering action from two cams or clutch plates that ride over each other; this doesn’t generate a great deal of hitting force. A “hammer” refers to a tool with and electro-pneumatic mechanism that generates a lot of hitting force.

The act of “hammer drilling” is using a tool that generates impact on the nit and rotates the bit at the same time. In “hammers” you will find combination rotary hammers which “hammer drill” and hammer only (chisel or chipping) and these tools commonly use either SDS, Spline or SDS Max bits.

Warranty Information

• 90 Day Money Back Guarantee
• 2 Year Free Service Contract
• 3 Year Limited Warranty

Overall Impression:

The DEWALT D25602 1-3/4″ SDS Max Combination Hammer Kit with SHOCKS® & CTC® was a pleasure to use and super easy to review.  As a remodeler I especially liked the weight of the tool.  I found the tool light enough to drill at face height for longer periods without fatigue in my shoulders.  All without sacrificing power.  That’s a huge benefit.  The SHOCKS option is a huge improvement of this tool.

I really try to find at least one thing to improve upon when we review tools.  This combo hammer is perfect, I wouldn’t change a thing about it. If you’re in the market for a serious heavy duty combination hammer kit impact then you need to take a serious hard look at the DEWALT D25602

After a slew of holes and chipping applications it’s apparent that DEWALT made the D25602 heavy duty use and able to withstand the job site rigors and abuse.  This is a real deal contractor grade tool. Plumbers, electricians, builders, carpenters and anyone who finds themselves drilling or chipping will enjoy this tool.  Highly recommended!

The DEWALT D25602 sells for approximately $599 – $629.

 This review contains my opinion of a product. I take pride in providing my readers with an honest and objective information as well as a practical approach to using a product. I never accept payment in exchange for a positive review. Many of the tools and products are provided to for free by a manufacturer for review.