Author Archives: Stuart

Compact Folding Workbench

Compact Folding Workbench

This alum workbench folds up for storage. It’s not full-size, but it’s not a mini work station either. Continue reading

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Dewalt 20V Bare-Tools Finally Available

Dewalt 20V Bare-Tools Finally Available

It looks like the wait for bare-tool versions of Dewalt’s 20V Max drills, drivers, and saws is over! Continue reading

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Everyday Joe Woodworking Injuries

Everyday Joe Woodworking Injuries

Reminder – nobody is immune from making life-changing mistakes in the shop. Yes, it can happen to you. Continue reading

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Buy a Cordless Drill Now or Wait for Brushless?

Buy a Cordless Drill Now or Wait for Brushless?

A couple of times a week readers ask whether it’s best to buy a new cordless drill now or to wait for something better. Here are our thoughts on the matter. Continue reading

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Amplifi – Garden Hose Powering System

Amplifi – Garden Hose Powering System

Amplifi is a garden hose supercharger that delivers a higher-pressure and more powerful stream (or spray) of water. Continue reading

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Armstrong Maxx Locking Flex-Head Ratchet Review

Armstrong Maxx Locking Flex-Head Ratchet Review

Stephen K put together a very thorough review of Armstrong’s MAXX locking flex-head ratchet! Continue reading

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New Gearwrench 84-Tooth Ratchets

New Gearwrench 84-Tooth Ratchets

Gearwrench is bringing new 84-tooth ratchets to market, possibly later this month. Continue reading

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Everyday [Carry] Commentary’s ToolGuyd Interview

Everyday [Carry] Commentary’s ToolGuyd Interview

One of my favorite EDC-related sites posted up an interview of yours truly – check it out! Continue reading

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Home Depot Coupon and Lowes Free Shipping May 2012

Home Depot Coupon and Lowes Free Shipping May 2012

With Father’s Day approaching we’ve been expecting more deals to flood our inboxes, but small discounts are better than nothing. Here’s some quick info. Continue reading

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How to Build a Wood Planter or Plain Tapered Box

How to Build a Wood Planter or Plain Tapered Box

We caught a very nice beginner woodworking project over at One Project Closer – a wooden planter box with an adaptable design. Continue reading

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Kobalt Xtreme Access Sockets and Wrenches

Kobalt Xtreme Access Sockets and Wrenches

Kobalt’s new Xtreme Access tools are designed with universal spline drive profiles for a near all-in-one versatility. Continue reading

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New Bosch L-Boxx Tool Box, Click & Go L-Cart and L-Dolly

New Bosch L-Boxx Tool Box, Click & Go L-Cart and L-Dolly

We’ve got the scoop on several new Bosch L-Boxx tool boxes and Click & Go products due to hit the market in a few months. Continue reading

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All Black & Decker Factory Outlet Stores are Closing

All Black & Decker Factory Outlet Stores are Closing

FYI, all Black & Decker outlet stores are closed or closing. Continue reading

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Never Shop at Harbor Freight Without a Coupon

Never Shop at Harbor Freight Without a Coupon

Just a [long] reminder that you shouldn’t shop at Harbor Freight without a coupon. Continue reading

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Where Are the 12V Brushless Drills and Drivers?

Where Are the 12V Brushless Drills and Drivers?

Why haven’t we seen 12V brushless drills and drivers introduced yet? Continue reading

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