Archives for 2013

Kobalt Hypercoil LED Flashlight Review

Oct 31, 2013 Stuart 37 Comments

We reviewed the new Kobalt Hypercoil LED work light, which comes with interchangeable battery packs and a removable flexible neck.

Announcements & Updates

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Oct 30, 2013 Stuart 23 Comments

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EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Quick Look: Kershaw Skyline Folding Pocket Knife

Oct 30, 2013 Stuart 2 Comments

Here’s another compact and lightweight USA-made knife for under $40.

Bit Holders & Drivers

Neat Innovation: Astro Pneumatic 3-in-1 Hex Key Wrench Set

Oct 30, 2013 Stuart 22 Comments

These 3-in-1 L-wrenches feature ball hex and straight hex tips, as well as a sliding 6pt hex socket.

Cordless

Black & Decker LED SnakeLight Flashlight Review

Oct 29, 2013 Stuart 14 Comments

We reviewed Black & Decker’s new LED rechargeable SnakeLight, an incredibly versatile and solid-performing flashlight.

Cordless

New Panasonic Multi-Functional Drill, Driver, Impact Wrench

Oct 29, 2013 Stuart 16 Comments

Panasonic has come out with a new multi-functional all-in-one cordless drill, screwdriver, impact driver, and impact wrench.

Power Tool Accessories

Deal: Dewalt 35pc Impact Bit Set

Oct 28, 2013 Stuart 3 Comments

Dewalt’s 35-piece general purpose impact bit set is currently on sale for just $15.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Gearwrench Gimbal Palm Ratchets

Oct 28, 2013 Stuart 21 Comments

Gearwrech’s new gimbal-style ratchets are palm-sized and allow for high adjustability without the need for a wobble adapter.

Cordless

New Makita Heated Jackets

Oct 28, 2013 Stuart 8 Comments

Makita has come out with a new line of 12V Max and 18V heated jackets.

New Tools

New Kobalt Double Drive Stubby Screwdriver

Oct 25, 2013 Stuart 13 Comments

Kobalt’s new Double Drive stubby screwdriver looks like it could work well as a stubby ratcheting screwdriver. The 37pc set is priced at $15.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Good Value: Dewalt 2AA LED Flashlight

Oct 25, 2013 Stuart 6 Comments

Dewalt’s new 2AA LED flashlight outputs up to 80 lumens and costs just $15.

New Tools

New Kobalt Magnum Grip Locking Pliers

Oct 25, 2013 Stuart 10 Comments

Kobalt has come out with new Magnum Grip auto-adjusting locking pliers.

Hand Tools

New Kobalt Triple Cut Multi-Cutters

Oct 25, 2013 Stuart 11 Comments

Kobalt has come out with new Triple Cut utility cutters that work with replaceable blades.

Editorial

Lowe’s Excellent Customer Service and “Lower Price” Kobalt Tools BS

Oct 24, 2013 Stuart 15 Comments

What I love about Lowes: above and beyond customer service. What grinds my gears: potentially deceptive Kobalt tool pricing.

Cordless

Coming Soon: New IR 12V Compact Cordless Tools (IQV12)

Oct 24, 2013 Stuart 13 Comments

IR is coming out with a new line of 12V Li-ion compact cordless power tools designed for automotive mechanics and technicians.

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