Archives for 2013

Tool Deals

Craftsman Club Deal: Save Extra 10% Off Almost Everything

Mar 25, 2013 Stuart 2 Comments

Now through 3/30, save 10% off “almost everything” with the latest Craftsman Club discount.

New Tools

Craftsman Limited Edition Dry Erase Ball Bearing Tool Box

Mar 25, 2013 Stuart 14 Comments

Craftsman’s newest ball bearing storage combo features a white dry erase finish.

Clamps

Bessey RiteHite Hold Down Clamp

Mar 25, 2013 Stuart Discuss

Bessey RiteHite hold-down clamps are designed to handle heavier duty applications, such as securing metal parts for milling and drilling operations.

Grinders & Sanders

New Bosch Half-Sheet Sander OS50VC

Mar 25, 2013 Stuart 6 Comments

Bosch has come out with a new half-sheet sander that offers exceptional vibration control, power, and user convenience.

Cordless

Milwaukee M18 Drill & Impact Driver Combo Kit Price Drop

Mar 24, 2013 Stuart 2 Comments

Home Depot dropped the price of Milwaukee’s (non-brushless) drill/driver and impact driver combo kit.

Cordless

Dewalt 20V Radio Review (DCR015)

Mar 22, 2013 Stuart 19 Comments

Here are a few new details and a mini review of Dewalt’s upcoming 20V Max radio.

Hand Tools

New Snap-on Extra-Long 1/4″ Ratchet

Mar 22, 2013 Stuart 12 Comments

Snap-on’s newest 1/4″ ratchet sports a 9-inch handle for exceptional reach.

Clamps

WoodRiver Drill Press Hold Down Clamp Review

Mar 22, 2013 Stuart 2 Comments

Here’s a decent drill press clamp that’s priced under $20.

DIY & Home

Raven Hybrid Lawn Mower, a 3-in-1 Gas-Fueled Electric-Powered Rider

Mar 21, 2013 Stuart 39 Comments

Lowes’ Raven hybrid lawn mower is a 3-in-1 riding mower, all-purpose rider, and electric generator.

Grinders & Sanders

New Metabo Lightweight and Ergonomic Angle Grinder

Mar 21, 2013 Stuart Discuss

Metabo’s newest angle grinder is lightweight, comfortable to use, and yet still powerful for tough metal cutting and grinding tasks.

Hammers & Mallets

Score USA-Made Vaughan Grayvik Hammers for Cheap

Mar 21, 2013 Stuart 6 Comments

Harry Epstein just put up a whole slew of USA-made Grayvik hammers at sweet prices.

Cordless

Bosch 12V Drill/Driver Kit for Just $99

Mar 21, 2013 Stuart 2 Comments

Bosch’s popular 12V cordless drill is currently on sale for less than $100.

Knives

Deal: Dewalt Utility Knife 2-for-1 Special

Mar 20, 2013 Stuart 7 Comments

It looks like we all missed out on a heck of a good deal – 2 Dewalt utility knives for the price of 1. It’s worth mentioning because the deal might come back soon.

Cordless

The Best Cordless Drills, Spring 2013 Edition

Mar 20, 2013 Stuart 42 Comments

Looking for a new cordless drill? Here are my top recommendations for 2013.

Cordless

Dewalt 20V Radio and Charger DCR015

Mar 20, 2013 Stuart 37 Comments

Dewalt’s newest jobsite radio and charger is a welcome addition to Dewalt’s 20V cordless product lineup.

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