A top quality holster for your precious cordless drill is a necessity. These drills are very mobile and handy, and they need protection because they are more prone to damage—drops, scratches, etc. If you are a professional or a seasoned handyman, you would know that basic carpenter or cargo pants simply cannot carry and support the weight of the drill. A holster, which attaches to a belt, is the way to go.

Fixing jobs that require vertical movement—ladders and platforms, for example—require quick and easy access to tools. A cordless drill holster can hold your standard (corded) or cordless drill, and additional accessories like extra drill bits, drill chucks, and even other tools such as screwdrivers and pliers. This can come in very handy especially if you work alone.

Now, imagine you have something to fix on a ceiling. Of course you must carry your tools with you because it would be very tiring to grab each tool on the floor each time you need it. With a drill holster, you simply reach as you would from your pocket. Eliminating the need to go back and forth saves time and makes you more productive.

When looking for a drill holster, a good quality one should not cost you more than $15.00. You should at least have a minimum budget of $10.00 and you are good to go; you will surely be able to find one that will literally last forever. Buying drill holsters are a one time thing and is an investment so do it right the first time—a good holster should even surpass the life of the drill itself. Also, when looking at potential holster, keep in mind that some are right-handed oriented and while others are left-handed oriented (non-traditional).

Most top-quality holsters are made by known tools manufacturers themselves. For example, brands like DeWalt and Makita sell very good products. Other brands that you might encounter, which are good as well, include Bucket Boss, Custom LeatherCraft, Grizzly, Occidental Leather, and Black Rhino.

Click on the above manufacturer’s links to see their product offerings.

Buying one from the brands mentioned above will surely leave you with a quality holster. You might also be already familiar with some; the others are simply specialty brands but they  have excellent products as well. Either way, it all boils down to each individual product’s unique features and if you need them or not.

Now, below are some sample products to get you started with your quest. Click on each one to read more.

DeWalt DG5120

DeWalt is such a known brand associated with drills, not to mention tools in general. Their DG5120 has an adjustable retainer strap which means it can easily hold bigger, odd-shaped drills. The holster is made from ballistics-grade material which is tough enough to last a lifetime and at the same time also eye-catching. There are pockets on the outside that can hold chucks, extra drill bits and screwdrivers.

Click here to read more about the DeWalt DG5120 including user reviews.

Bucket Boss 54006

This drill holster holds traditional (corded) and cordless drills. This in particular is a right-handed oriented model. It features a retention lock strap that fastens with a button. There are four outside pockets that can fit around five drill bits and are conveniently located. You can get this holster for as low as $12.99.

Click here to read more about the Bucket Boss cordless drill holster.