[profsummergig]

Bow drills were still commonly used in India in 25 years ago.

Because electricity was unreliable and machinery was expensive.

[eth0up]

I keep one of those Amish hand-crank drills in my vehicle toolbox. I have one in the closet too.

I have a thing for old tools, but not much can substitute a drill when one is needed. And the ones I refer to are surprisingly effective, and built to last. Borders on art for me.