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ToolGuyd > 2013

Archives for 2013

Bosch First Aid L-Boxx Open

New Tools

Bosch L-Boxx First Aid Kit and 2013 Sneak Preview

Feb 5, 2013 Stuart 14 Comments

Here’s a quick preview of Bosch’s latest L-Boxx offerings.

Ridgid R86008K X4 Compact Cordless Drill Driver

Editorial

Ridgid “X5” 18V Cordless Tools – Evidence and Predictions

Feb 4, 2013 Stuart 8 Comments

TTI has filed a trademark application for “X5,” potentially signaling that the next generation of Ridgid 18V cordless power tools are in late-stages of development.

Dremel Mini Router Bits

Power Tool Accessories

Where to Find Mini (1/8″ Shank) Router Bits

Feb 1, 2013 Stuart 13 Comments

Here are three sources of 1/8″ miniature router bits. If you know of any other quality mini bits, we would love to hear your recommendations!

Flashlights & Worklights

Spotlight Shifter 1.0 1x AAA LED Flashlight

Feb 1, 2013 Stuart 3 Comments

The Spotlight Shifter 1.0 is a compact single-AAA LED flashlight that works well as an everyday mini penlight.

Makita Xtract Vac Dust Extractor Vacuum

Vacuums & Dust Collection

Makita Comes Out With New “Xtract Vac” Jobsite Vacuum

Jan 31, 2013 Stuart 6 Comments

Makita’s new Xtract Vac is designed to provide powerful and efficient dust extraction without all of the expected noise.

Spax #10 Flat Head Wood Screw

Fasteners

Spax Screws to the Rescue!

Jan 31, 2013 Stuart 19 Comments

A couple of Spax screws were more than a match for the oversized holes drilled into store-bought speakers stands. Hoorah!

Johnson Level Bamboo Try Squares and T Bevels

Hand Tools

Johnson’s New Bamboo Squares

Jan 30, 2013 Stuart 4 Comments

Johnson Level is coming out with new t-bevels and try squares with bamboo and “carbonized bamboo” handles.

Dewalt 12V 4-Tool Combo Kit DCK413S2

Cordless

Hot Deal: Dewalt 12V 4-Tool Combo Kit for $229!

Jan 30, 2013 Stuart 13 Comments

If you were looking for a good deal to buy into Dewalt’s 12V Max cordless tool platform, this 4-tool combo is on sale and offers great bang for the buck.

Veto Pro Pac Tech Pac-1 Tool Backpack

New Tools

New Veto Pro Pac Tool Backpack

Jan 29, 2013 Stuart 2 Comments

Veto Pro Pac’s new tool backpack is expected to debut next summer.

Kobalt Multi-Drive Wrench Dog Bone Tool

Hand Tools

Kobalt Multi-Drive Wrench is on Sale for Less than $10

Jan 29, 2013 Stuart 6 Comments

Kobalt’s Multi-Drive Wrench is currently on sale for $7.50, which is 75%-off its full retail price.

Milwaukee M12 Thermal Imager Kit

Cordless

Milwaukee Thermal Imaging Camera Now Comes with Free M18 Combo Kit

Jan 28, 2013 Stuart 1 Comment

Milwaukee’s new M12 thermal imaging camera promo kit comes with a free M18 cordless combo tool kit.

Dewalt DCS373M2 20V Metal Cutting Saw Kit

Cordless

Dewalt 20V Metal-Cutting Saw Kit Now Comes with Two XR 4.0Ah Battery Packs

Jan 28, 2013 Stuart 8 Comments

Dewalt is coming out with a new 20V metal-cutting saw kit whose product description suggests that their 4.0Ah battery packs will soon be released in the USA.

SVS Sound Logo

Editorial

“Expert Advice” Case Study: A Phone Call with an SVS “Sound Expert”

Jan 28, 2013 Stuart 5 Comments

In contrast to recent posts that discuss good and horribly poor pre-sale advice from “tool experts,” here is an example of exceptionally good customer service.

Sears Tool Expert Chat

Editorial

“Expert Advice” Case Study: A Chat with a Sears Tool Expert

Jan 27, 2013 Stuart 7 Comments

Our chat with a Sears “tool expert” did not go as expected at all.

Husky Customer Chat Window

Editorial

“Expert Advice” Case Study: A Chat with a Home Depot Husky Tool Specialist

Jan 26, 2013 Stuart 6 Comments

How did our chat with a “Husky Tool Specialist” go? Better than expected – they were at least familiar with Husky’s product line.

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