A lot of people have emailed us asking about where they can buy a Dremel Trio. Well, the new Trio, a multi-purpose pivoting-handle rotary tool previously exclusive to Home Depot for a few months, is now available for sale everywhere else.
Dremel’s upcoming cordless Multi-Max oscillating tool based off a new 10.8V Lithium-Ion battery pack is also on the way and is available for preorder.
Dremel Trio via Amazon
Dremel Cordless Multi-Max Multi-Tool via Amazon
By now you’ve probably heard all about Ridgid’s new modular JobMax cordless power tool system. Featuring a universal handle and interchangeable tool heads, the JobMax system is designed to be versatile and affordable. But how well do the tools actually function?
We’ve been reviewing the JobMax system for some time now, and have come to a conclusion – it’s pretty darn awesome. Not only do the tools usually perform as well as other brands’ standalone components they’re downright versatile. This review sums up our general opinion of the JobMax system and will springboard into individual reviews later on.
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Milwaukee announced their new REDLITHIUM battery technology today, which is said to provide their cordless tools with unmatched run-time, performance and durability. The new REDLITHIUM batteries will be fully compatible with all M12 and M18 cordless products currently on the market.
These new batteries are expected to provide “upto 40% more run-time, 20% more power and 50% more recharges than other Lithium products.” They’re also designed to work in extreme temperatures as low as 0°F (-18°C) and operate 20% cooler with fade-free power and without any memory effect.
Jay from CopTool was kind enough to share some photos of the new Milwaukee M12 Multi-Tool with us. Milwaukee’s version of this increasingly popular oscillating tool will come with a universal head which accepts other popular brands’ cutters, sanders and other accessories. It’s a good thing that Bosch is working to expand their accessory lineup!
Following is the photo gallery and links to additional coverage of the M12 oscillating multi-tool and some of Milwaukee’s other new compact cordless tools.
A few days ago we reported that Porter Cable’s new compact routers were identical to Dewalt’s. After taking a closer look at the product photos and specs, I realized that this was not true, there are a few subtle differences.
In case you haven’t heard of them yet, Harry Epstein is a very well liked tool distributor that specializes in American-made hand tools. Last December they launched an online store, and since then they’ve opened up a storefront over at Amazon. Their Amazon store’s navigation is bare bones right now, but the search works pretty good.
Harry Epstein’s Amazon Storefront!
Harry Epstein Online Store
The other day my mother remarked that Leatherman tools are heavily mentioned in The Ark, by Boyd Morisson. I have to say, this was extremely unexpected. Not that Leatherman multitools were featured in the book, but because my mother new what a Leatherman was. Kudos and thanks to her for the tool sighting, and kudos to Leatherman for achieving such widespread brand recognition!
Over at Amazon, this Delta 7 piece Forstner drill bit set (15-603) dropped in price overnight from $20 to $5. The set’s eligible for free super saver and prime shipping.
Delta 7pc Forstner Drill Bit Set via Amazon
Dewalt is releasing a new LED work light (DCL510) as part of their upcoming 12V MAX compact cordless tool product family. Its single LED (I believe it’s a CREE) outputs 130 lumens of light, and the entire head rotates 360° and pivots 180° (give or take). The work light is also magnetic and featutes a kick stand and belt clip.
A bright LED work light that can be supported nearly anywhere and aimed in any direction? I want two.
A few recurring issues have led us to issue this open note to retailers and sales representatives.
Porter Cable’s new QUIKJIG TM system (model 560) is designed to make pocket hole joinery quicker and easier than ever. The QUIKJIG is a heavy-duty bench-top tool that includes a slew of revolutionary features, including an auto-adjusting depth and thickness gauge.
The other day we introduced Dewalt’s new compact router kits. This morning I had a good question – what about Porter Cable? Dewalt and Porter Cable are sister companies, with Porter Cable being well known for their dedicated woodworking tools Scouring their recent press release archive, I noticed that Porter Cable was in fact releasing fixed and plunge base compact routers that are very similar to Dewalt’s.
As a follow-up to their immensely popular Bench Cookie Work Grippers, Rockler introduced a new Plus edition, and a more stylish home edition. If you have signed up for Rockler’s free catalog, you may have already seen these new Bench Cookies on the front page of this month’s catalog.
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As I mentioned the other day, I recently assembled a Western Dovetail mobile tool cabinet that I had won in a contest. Most of the photos taken during the build process was during the “before” and “after” stages, but they should still be able to give you a good picture of how everything fit together.
Following is my project-log for the cabinet assembly. For the sake of keeping this short(er) and more focused, a full review of the cabinet will come later on.
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The first ever Craftsman Experience store opened this evening in Chicago. Designed to be a DIY and enthusiast haven, the Craftsman Experience will feature Craftsman tools as far as the eye can see, with most if not all tools available for hands-on demos. There will be a workshop and space for projects, how-to clinics, demonstrations, restorations, and much, much more.
