Milwaukee’s New Cordless Hand-Powered Tools

Posted on March 5th, 2010

Milwaukee just announced that they will be launching a new line of electrical hand tools in April. The new line includes an 11 in 1 multi-tip screwdriver, a Fastback utility knife, a side sliding utility knife, and a rasping jab saw. Milwaukee promises that “additional innovative tools” will follow later in the year.

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Rockwell SoniShear SoniCrafter Attachment Accessory

Posted on March 4th, 2010

Rockwell has just announced the SoniShear, an attachment for their popular SoniCrafter oscillating multi-tool. The SoniShear is incredibly user-friendly, and is designed to make effortless and precise cuts in many different materials.

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American Hammer $25 Deal Update

Posted on March 4th, 2010

We’ve been hearing some good feedback about the American Hammer deal we recently posted about, so we figured an update/reminder was in order. During this promotion, American Hammer is offering direct sales at an incredible discount – $25 (shipped!) for any style non-marring hammer under 2 lbs.

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Craftsman to Split from Sears as a Spinoff?

Posted on March 3rd, 2010

There’s definitely something strange going on between Sears and their Craftsman brand, and I have a feeling that it goes way beyond the recent agreement to sell Craftsman tools at Ace Hardware. Just take a look at the cover of Sears’ 2010-2011 tool catalog – “Craftsman” is missing!

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Channellock Diagonal Cutters Spotted in Brother Printer Ad

Posted on March 2nd, 2010

I was doing some online shopping when I came across a flash advertisement for Brother printers that featured what looks to be a pair of Channellock disagonal pliers. Cool. I whipped out a pair of Channellock cutters, and compared the two, finding that the cutters in the ad were most definitely modeled after the Channellocks.

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ToolGuyd is Now on Facebook

Posted on March 2nd, 2010

Okay, so we are now on Facebook. We’re not quite sure what we’re going to do over there, but whatever it is, it’ll be fun. Maybe we’ll launch an exclusive giveaway that only fans can enter. If you’ve got an idea, let’s hear it!

Here’s the link to our ToolGuyd page at Facebook, all ready for you to fan us if you’d like. Comments, criticisms, and suggestions are always welcome.

We also have a twitter account that we’ve been pretty active on. If you have a twitter account, you can “follow” us as well.

It’s okay if you’re not into social media, but we’ll be reaching out with additional content through those mediums in case you change your mind.

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Safety Goggles Review: Radians, Dewalt, Uvex

Posted on March 1st, 2010

Some hobbyists and DIYers risk eye injury and occasionally forego wearing safety goggles, with the most common excuse being that they’re uncomfortable to wear. While safety glasses can sometimes be an appropriate alternative, and are certainly better than nothing, there are times when goggles are required.

The goggle styles discussed in this mini-review are exceptionally comfortable, and nobody that has followed our recommendion of them has ever regretted their coice (yet).

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Felo 5pc Wood Handle Screwdriver Set $20

Posted on February 28th, 2010

Felo’s popular 5pc beech wood handled screwdriver set is once again on sale for $20 via Rockler, and is eligible for this week’s free shipping promotion. Don’t forget that coupon code V0742 is required for free shipping.

Our set of these drivers is currently MIA, but I’m fairly certain that they’re made in Germany.

Felo 5pc Screwdriver Set via Rockler

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Free Shipping at Rockler on Any Order

Posted on February 28th, 2010

Rockler Woodworking & Hardware is currently offering free shipping on all orders. This offer is for newsletter subscribers and is good until March 7th.

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Dremel Announces 30 Minute Miracles Contest Winners

Posted on February 26th, 2010

Dremel recently announced the winners of their 30 Minute Miracles Contest. If you recall, contest entrants were asked to share home improvement and remodeling tips that could be completed with the use of a Dremel rotary tool in 30 minutes or less.

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Any American Hammer Under 2 Pounds for $25 Shipped!

Posted on February 26th, 2010

American Hammer is offering an incredible deal right now with an interesting catch. If you promise to write an unbiased and honest review of your purchase, American Hammer will sell you any brass, bronze, or copper hammer under 2 pounds for $25, and that includes shipping fees.

If you’re in the market for a metal non-marring hammer, you’ll be hard pressed to find a better price than this. American Hammer’s distributors are probably not happy with this new direct sales promo, so keep in mind that the offer may be short lived.

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Woodcraft 2-Day Spring Sale Starts Today!

Posted on February 26th, 2010

Just a reminder, Woodcraft’s 2-day spring sale starts today! During this sale, almost everything is discounted by 10% – 20%, AND all orders will receive free shipping!!

Although the sale excludes a few brands, such as Festool, it offers unusually low prices on items that are typically price-fixed: $21 (15%) off Kreg’s K3 Master Pocket Hole Jig, $14 (10%) off Porter Cable’s low-profile sander, $18 (10%) off the Jawhorse, and so on.

NOTE: To take advantage of free shipping in addition to these discounts, you must enter coupon code 22331. Typical exclusions apply.

Original DealGuyd Post discussing this sale.

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Win a Drawer on Wheels Dovetail Tool Cabinet

Posted on February 25th, 2010

Drawer on Wheels (a Western Dovetail subsidiary) is holding a contest where the prize is a fantastic looking rolling tool cabinet. Simply head on over to their contest page to provide your contact info and answer a few questions.

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Big Johnson Power Tape Measure

Posted on February 25th, 2010

Johnson Level’s 16′ Big Johnson Power Tape is one heck of a nice tape measure! The Big J is durable, extremely easy to read, has a great locking mechanism, and includes a handy detachable belt clip.

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New Lee Valley Veritas Detail Rabbet Planes

Posted on February 24th, 2010

Lee Valley just announced a new line of Veritas detail rabbet planes, which are now available in 5 sizes. These very slender planes ( Lee Valley describes them as pocket-sized), can be used for fine controlled and precice cuts that typically call for a chisel, such as when cleaning dados or grooves.

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