Archives for 2012

Oscillating Tools

Deal of the Day: Rockwell Sonicrafter 100pc Super Kit

Sep 13, 2012 Stuart Discuss

Rockwell’s 100pc oscillating multi-tool kit is on sale at Amazon, one-day only.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Leatherman Raptor Medical Multi-Tool

Sep 12, 2012 Stuart 7 Comments

Let’s walk you through the Leatherman Raptor, which are folding medical shears with a couple of additional features.

Flashlights

Nebo Redline Select Flashlight

Sep 12, 2012 Stuart 15 Comments

Nebo’s newest LED flashlight, the Redline Select, features an incredibly bright output and tough water resistant aluminum body.

New Tools

Rockwell Sonisaw Attachment

Sep 11, 2012 Stuart 1 Comment

Rockwell’s Sonisaw multi-tool attachment can be used to make detailed cuts in wood and plastic.

New Tools

Sneak Preview: Dewalt HEPA Dust Collector DWV012

Sep 11, 2012 Stuart 6 Comments

Here’s a sneak peek at Dewalt’s latest HEPA dust collector vac.

Cordless

Another BatteriesPlus Battery Pack Recall

Sep 10, 2012 Stuart Discuss

BatteriesPlus has expanded their replacement battery pack recall due to risk of expected explosions.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

SOG Blade Light Knife with Built-in Flashlight

Sep 10, 2012 Stuart 5 Comments

SOG’s newest pocket knife features a built-in LED flashlight for all-in-one convenience.

Hand Tools

Stanley FatMax Magnetic Tape Measure

Sep 7, 2012 Stuart Discuss

Stanley’s newest FatMax tape measure features a strong magnetic hook.

Storage & Organization

Viper Tool Storage Cart

Sep 6, 2012 Stuart 3 Comments

Heavy duty tool storage that doesn’t have that industrial look.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

How Much Would You Spend on a Knife?

Sep 5, 2012 Stuart 29 Comments

We’re working on a series of knife reviews and it would help us out if you answered a quick question: how much would you spend on a knife?

New Tools

New Rockwell BenchJaw Bench Vise

Sep 4, 2012 Stuart 10 Comments

Check out the latest bench vise from Rockwell, the BenchJaw.

New Tools

Rockwell Sonicrafter X2 Oscillating Multi-Tool

Sep 3, 2012 Stuart 6 Comments

Rockwell is coming out with a major upgrade to their Sonicrafter oscillating multi-tool line, the Sonicrafter X2.

Hand Tools

Gearwrench Ratcheting Screwdriver Set for $16

Sep 1, 2012 Stuart 5 Comments

One of our favorite Gearwrench products is currently on sale, discounted by more than 50%!

New Tools

New Dremel Moto-Saw Coping and Scroll Saw Preview

Aug 31, 2012 Stuart 19 Comments

Dremel is coming out with a new product – the Moto-Saw – which is designed for breezing through small and detailed cutting tasks.

Cordless

New Bosch 18V Impact Driver IDS181

Aug 30, 2012 Stuart 7 Comments

Bosch’s newest compact impact driver (IDS181) is a medium-duty model designed for comfort and runtime.

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William Adams on Dewalt ToughSystem DXL Review: Reasonably Compromised: “>For example, if you see it in stores or the product page and think “that’d be perfect for my needs,”…”
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Kyle on Dewalt ToughSystem DXL Review: Reasonably Compromised: “A hypothetical on top of the already hypothetical use cases for the product. This was probably one of the features…”
Walt Bordett on Dewalt ToughSystem DXL Review: Reasonably Compromised: “As others have commented, I think this system is best suited to a contractor or facility maintenance worker’s worksite supply…”