Monthly Archives: June 2009

We Have a Winner

Posted on June 30th, 2009
If you recall, we recently ran a “Guess this Tool” contest. Congratulations Ilya, for being the first to identify the tool as a Bahco screwdriver. We hope that you enjoy your new Pocket Ref and the bonus screwdriver that we sent your way. Although we had not planned on it, we decided to offer a prize for coming [...]

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Milwaukee Goggles, Dremel, Tool Pouch Deals

Posted on June 29th, 2009
Milwaukee Goggles, Dremel, Tool Pouch Deals There are a few great deals to be found over at Amazon on: Milwaukee safety goggles, Dremel’s 75th anniversary rotary tool kit, and the McGuire-Nicholas 10 Pocket Tool Pouch. Orders over $25 qualify for “free super saver shipping.”
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Tool Science 101: Chrome Plating Part 2 – Cleaning

Posted on June 29th, 2009
A few weeks ago, we published a brief introductory post about chrome plating. To satisfy reader demands, we have decided to follow up that post with a more detailed series of posts about the different steps involved in a typical chromium plating process. This post, part 2 of the series, briefly describes the cleaning and surface [...]
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Glidden National Paint Giveaway

Posted on June 25th, 2009
Glidden is giving away free quarts of eggshell fininsh paint. There are a few restrictions, such as contintenal non-PO box US addresses only, so take a look at the terms when you fill out the order form. Glidden National Paint Giveaway
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ToolGuyd’s First Ever “Identify This Tool” Contest/Giveaway

Posted on June 24th, 2009
ToolGuyd's First Ever "Identify This Tool" Contest/Giveaway We are excited to announce ToolGuyd’s first ever “Identify This Tool” contest. The first person to correctly identify the brand and type of tool shown above will be declared the winner. The winner will receive a brand new Pocket Reference.
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Makita 2-Tool 10.8V Combo Kit

Posted on June 23rd, 2009
Makita 2-Tool 10.8V Combo Kit I was looking for a cordless compact impact driver to recommend to a colleague and found this Makita 2-tool set to be a real bargain. For $160 via Amazon, you get a compact 10.8V driver, a compact 10.8V impact driver, 2 batteries, charger, and an aluminum case. My first instinct was to recommend the venerable Bosch PS-40, but [...]
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Wiha 10pc Bit Selector Packs on Sale

Posted on June 22nd, 2009
Wiha 10pc Bit Selector Packs on Sale Wiha Bit Selector packs are currently on sale for $8 each via Small Parts on Amazon. Each set includes a handy bit dispenser, 10 insert bits, and a magnetic bit holder. There are currently 3 different set configurations available in limited quantities. Phillips, Slotted, Torx Set 79243 Includes: Philips: # 0, 1, 2, 3; Slotted: 5.5, 6.5, 8.0 (mm); [...]
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Hot for Tools Instructional Videos

Posted on June 19th, 2009
Hot for Tools Instructional VideosToolGuyd reader Jon C. gave us a nudge and suggested that we mention a new “instructional” video series that can be found on YouTube. Hot for Tools features a young woman, Erica, who offers brief tools demos and how-to tutorials.
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Tool Science 101: Chrome Plating Part 1 – Introduction

Posted on June 18th, 2009
As you might be well aware, most mechanics’ tools such as ratchets, sockets, and wrenches, are chrome (chromium) plated. This layer of chrome, although extremely thin, greatly enhances the properties of these tools.
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$10 off $50 Victorinox Swiss Army Tools

Posted on June 17th, 2009
$10 off $50 Victorinox Swiss Army Tools Through June 21st, Amazon is offering a $10 off $50 discount on Victorinox Swiss Army tools and knives. If you miss out on the deal, don’t worry – it comes around every so often. Eligible Victorinox Tools via Amazon
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Mothers Mag & Aluminum Polish

Posted on June 15th, 2009
Mothers Mag & Aluminum Polish Mothers Mag and Aluminum polish is great for giving aluminum wheels and parts a brilliant shine. It can also be used on brass and several other polishable alloys to a similar effect. Or, you can use it as I do – to polish aluminum computer chassis components. Mothers Mag and Aluminum polish can be found in many auto [...]
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Kershaw Onion Leek Pocket Knife

Posted on June 10th, 2009
Kershaw Onion Leek Pocket Knife So I received my new Kershaw Onion Leek pocket knife the other day. I needed (wanted) a new pocket knife, and spent quite some time narrowing down the options. It was a tough choice to make, but I ultimately chose the stainless steel Leek since it seemed to best fit my needs. Following is a partial [...]
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Channellock’s New Code Blue Screwdrivers & Nutdrivers

Posted on June 9th, 2009
Channellock's New Code Blue Screwdrivers & Nutdrivers Channellock recently announced a “new and improved” series of Code Blue screwdrivers and nutdrivers. Each screwdriver has a 3-sided handle grip, straight-thru steel blade, and a magnetic tip, while the nutdrivers have full hollow shafts and the same high-torque grip. The color scheme and grip design of these drivers look rather appealing – if the drivers feel as good [...]
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Xuron Precision Pliers, Shears, & Scissors

Posted on June 8th, 2009
Xuron Precision Pliers, Shears, & Scissors Xuron produces superb precision tools - we love their pliers, shears, and scissors. Xuron tools are durable, comfortable to use, provide exceptional performance, are very affordable, and are made in the USA. Our favorite Xuron tools are their non-serrated short nose pliers (pictured above), fiber cutters, and tweezer nose pliers. We are also huge fans of Xuron’s flush-cut micro shears (also shown [...]
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DIY Gone Bad – Car Loses All Four Wheels

Posted on June 5th, 2009
Apparently it’s quite common for Europeans to switch between winter and summer tires. Well, one driver in Switzerland was changing his tires but happened to use the wrong lug nuts to secure the wheels to his car. That’s a mistake he’s never going to make again – as soon as he drove back onto the motorway, he lost [...]

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