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Article: Ridgid 18-volt combo kit.(Toolbox)
- Article from:
- The Journal of Light Construction
- Article date:
- March 1, 2004
- Author:
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I recently had the chance to check out Ridgid's new 18-volt four-piece cordless combo kit, model #R922. The kit includes a cordless drill with hammer function, 6 1/2-inch circular saw, reciprocating saw, flashlight, two-bay battery charger, and two batteries, all packed in a heavy-duty nylon bag. While the Ridgid name has been around plumbing circles longer than copper tubing, the manufacturer is new to the cordless power tool industry, so I was interested to test these.
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