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ToolGuyd > 2012

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Rockwell Sonicrafter Hyperlock Doing it Wrong

Editorial

PSA: Rockwell Sonicrafter Hyperlock Demo Video Fail – How NOT to Attach Cutting Blades

Oct 15, 2012 Stuart 6 Comments

Just a quick PSA: this is an example of how not to attach cutting blades and accessories to oscillating multi-tools.

Kobalt Magnum Grip Pliers Set

Hand Tools

Kobalt Magnum Grip Pliers

Oct 12, 2012 Stuart 20 Comments

Kobalt has come out with new self-adjusting parallel-action Magnum Grip pliers.

Kobalt Double Drive Ratchet Extended

Hand Tools

Kobalt Double Drive Ratchet

Oct 11, 2012 Stuart 18 Comments

Kobalt new Double Drive ratchet features the same unique gearing that speeds up installation and removal of fasteners as last year’s popular Double Drive screwdriver.

Editorial

How-to Content Farms – So Many Words, So Little Information

Oct 11, 2012 Stuart 11 Comments

How-to Content Farms. Love ’em, hate ’em, or have no idea what I’m talking about?

Enco Tools Logo

Editorial

Enco Gets a Bright New Logo?

Oct 10, 2012 Stuart 19 Comments

Enco, one of our favorite industrial suppliers, might be getting a new logo. (It’s about time!)

Bosch 1-2 Sheet Sander GSS 280 AVE

Grinders & Sanders

New Bosch (UK/EU) Orbital Sanders with Vibration Dampening

Oct 10, 2012 Stuart Discuss

Bosch is coming out with two new orbital sanders in the EU, featuring exceptional vibration dampening and efficient dust collection.

Makita LXPH03 Hammer Drill Kit

Cordless

New Makita LXPH03 Premium Hammer Drill Driver

Oct 10, 2012 Stuart 8 Comments

Makita is adding a new premium 18V LXT hammer drill to their lineup. The new drill, LXPH03 is said to have an industry-leading max torque rating.

Milwaukee M18 FUEL Hammer Drill

Cordless

Milwaukee vs. Makita vs. Dewalt Cordless Drill Mudslinging

Oct 9, 2012 Stuart

Grab the popcorn and watch as Milwaukee and Dewalt tease each other and Makita.

Gearwrench Ratcheting Screwdriver Set

Hand Tools

Gearwrench Ratcheting Screwdriver Set Sale

Oct 8, 2012 Stuart 2 Comments

Gearwrench’s 56pc ratcheting screwdriver set is on sale again at 50%-off.

FastCap Pocket Chisel

Hand Tools

FastCap Pocket Chisels and Tools

Oct 8, 2012 Stuart 6 Comments

FastCap makes a number of “pocket” tools with folding handles, not just chisels!

Stanley FatMax Pocket Chisel

Hand Tools

New Stanley FatMax Pocket Chisel Won’t Tear Your Pants or Tool Bag

Oct 5, 2012 Stuart 19 Comments

Here’s a quick sneak preview of Stanley’s upcoming FatMax pocket chisel.

Skil Pink iXO Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Cordless

ToolGuyd Giveaway: Skil His and Hers iXO Cordless Screwdriver Kits

Oct 5, 2012 Stuart 95 Comments

We’re giving away a his and hers cordless screwdriver prize package that includes a limited edition pink Skil iXO cordless screwdriver kit, and a red Skil Vivo iXO screwdriver kit.

Sears Gladiator Tool Storage Sale

Storage & Organization

Gladiator Storage Sale at Sears

Oct 5, 2012 Stuart 2 Comments

There are 2 days left in this week’s Gladiator Garage Storage sale at Sears. Not that we’re implying that you’re messy or anything.

Crescent Ratcheting Adjustable Wrench Mechanism

Hand Tools

New Crescent Ratcheting Adjustable Wrench

Oct 4, 2012 Stuart 8 Comments

A new Crescent ratcheting adjustable wrench just hit the market. What do you think – potentially functional or gimmicky?

Craftsman Professional Return

Hand Tools

The Return of Craftsman Professional Tools?

Oct 4, 2012 Stuart 9 Comments

Craftsman Professional hand tools have returned, months after disappearing from stores and Sears’ online catalog.

Stanley 95-112 LED Tripod Flashlight

Flashlights & Worklights

New Stanley 95-112B LED Tripod Flashlight

Oct 3, 2012 Stuart 1 Comment

Stanley has once again updated their hugely popular LED tripod flashlights.

Gearwrench 120XP Ratchets

Hand Tools

New Gearwrench 120-Position Ratchets

Oct 3, 2012 Stuart 12 Comments

Gearwrench has announced new 120-position sealed-head ratchets with narrow 3° return swings.

Black & Decker Gyro Side

Cordless

Black & Decker Gyro Screwdriver Video Demo

Oct 3, 2012 Stuart 2 Comments

We put together a quick video demo of the Black & Decker Gyro showing that it operates at any and every angle.

Yost Clamp-on Vise Flat

Made in USA

Yost Clamp-on Vise Review

Oct 2, 2012 Stuart 9 Comments

We reviewed Yost’s USA-made clamp-on vise, a compact vise that can be used on the edge of a workbench or anywhere else you can clamp it to.

Craftsman Bolt-On System Saves JLA

Awesome & Cool

Craftsman Bolt-On Saves the Justice League Ad-Comic

Oct 2, 2012 Stuart 4 Comments

The Craftsman Technician saves the Justice League with his Bolt-On power tools. Check out the free ad-comic for a good laugh.

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