Archives for 2014

“SK Day” At Harry Epstein Co, with 5% to 20% Discounts

Sep 11, 2014 Stuart 9 Comments

Harry Epstein has announced that their SK Tools Discount Day will be on September 23rd and 24th.

Nova Infinity Quick-Change Woodworking Lathe Chuck and Jaws System

Sep 10, 2014 Stuart Discuss

Nova’s Infinity woodworking lathe quick-change chuck and jaw system is designed to make accessory jaw changes much simpler, quicker, and screw-free.

Cordless

Black & Decker 4V Pivoting Screwdriver

Sep 10, 2014 Stuart 6 Comments

Here’s a quick look at Black & Decker’s new pivoting handle 4V cordless screwdriver.

Layout & Measuring

Woodpeckers 6SS Carpenters Square (One Time Tool)

Sep 9, 2014 Stuart 18 Comments

Woodpeckers has come out with a new $100 stainless steel and aluminum carpenters square that’s only available for a limited time.

News

Home Depot Confirms Data Breach and Credit Card Number Thefts

Sep 9, 2014 Stuart 9 Comments

Home Depot has confirmed that their in-store payment systems have been hacked.

Electrical Tools

Irwin Launches New Line of Relabeled German-Made NWS Pliers

Sep 8, 2014 Stuart 32 Comments

Irwin has come out with a new line of German-made Vise Grip-branded NWS pliers.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Zebralight LED Headlamp Revisit

Sep 8, 2014 Stuart 12 Comments

Recent changes in how I use the Zebralight H502W neutral white LED flashlight have made me even fonder of this great quality light.

Cordless

New Bosch 12V LED Worklight and Vacuum

Sep 8, 2014 Stuart 20 Comments

Bosch has come out with a new 12V-class LED worklight and a portable vacuum.

Bit Holders & Drivers

Topeak Ratchet Rocket EDC Screwdriver Bit Wrench Set

Sep 4, 2014 Stuart 11 Comments

Topeak’s Ratchet Rocket Lite mini ratcheting bit driver set looks like a great addition to anyone’s general purpose EDC or mobile tool kit.

Shop Essentials

Craftsman Professional Bench Vise is Back in Stock!

Sep 3, 2014 Stuart 8 Comments

The much-liked and value-priced Craftsman Professional bench vise is back in stock!

Cordless

New Dremel Versa Mini Butane Torches

Sep 3, 2014 Stuart 6 Comments

Dremel has come out with two new mini butane torches, one for larger work, one for smaller and more precise work.

Awesome & Cool

Alphabet C-Clamps

Sep 2, 2014 Stuart 3 Comments

Here are some cool clamps that are made from all the letters of the alphabet!

Screwdrivers

Strelka ToolBook Tool Set

Aug 29, 2014 Stuart 24 Comments

This Strelka tool set looks good, but comes with a super-premium price tag.

Cordless

Craftsman 12V Right Angle Impact Driver Kit for $40

Aug 29, 2014 Stuart 13 Comments

Craftsman’s right angle impact driver kit is on sale for $40.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Zero Tolerance 0770CF – a Lightweight and Good-Looking EDC Knife

Aug 28, 2014 Stuart 1 Comment

The Zero Tolerance 0770CF is a strong, lightweight, and classy-looking EDC folding pocket knife.

Stuart on I Need to Pick a Cordless Power Tool Brand: “I don’t trust adapters. None are UL rated and so my understanding is that they can’t be used at OSHA…”
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Mackie on New Craftsman Tool Cart at Lowe’s, and it’s PURPLE: “The HF box is better, better drawer layout and cheaper. HF for the win. Craftsman trys, but its over for…”
Andy on How and Where I Donate Tools: “Cool article, and the recent series about cleaning up and donating your unneeded tools has definitely provoked some good thought…”
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