Archives for 2014

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

New Klein Switch Drive Screwdriver Handle System

Jul 18, 2014 Stuart 13 Comments

Klein has come out with a new “Switch Drive” screwdriver handle that works with any standard power drive bits.

Awesome & Cool

Weird Al “Handy” Music Video is Pretty Funny

Jul 17, 2014 Stuart 8 Comments

You’ve got to watch this Weird Al “Handy” music video!

Accessories

Ryobi 18V One+ Fan Review

Jul 17, 2014 Stuart 17 Comments

Ryobi has come out with a new 18V One+ cordless fan that can also be plugged into AC power when you need longer runtime.

News

Which Home Depot Departments Pull in the Most Money?

Jul 17, 2014 Stuart 12 Comments

Have you ever wondered which Home Depot departments pull in the most sales numbers?

Electrical Tools

Wiss Flip Joint Cable Cutters

Jul 17, 2014 Stuart 3 Comments

Wiss has come out with a new 3-in-1 cable cutter that cuts, slices sheathing, and strips wiring.

News

New MakerBot and Home Depot 3D Printing Retail Partnership

Jul 16, 2014 Stuart 8 Comments

Home Depot and MakerBot have partnered up to bring 3D printers to select retail locations in 3 US cities.

Made in USA

New Klein Demo Phillips Driver and Awl

Jul 16, 2014 Stuart 13 Comments

Klein has come out with two new demolition screwdrivers – a Phillips #2 and a punch awl.

Awesome & Cool

Slow Motion Wood-Cutting Video

Jul 16, 2014 Stuart 13 Comments

Here’s a neat video that shows table saw cutting action in ultra high speed.

Routers

Recall: Porter Cable Heavy Duty Routers

Jul 16, 2014 Stuart 4 Comments

Porter Cable has recalled several routers that have been manufactured and sold over the past 24 years, due to uninsulated handles.

Cordless

New Metabo 18V Brushless Drill and Hammer Drill

Jul 15, 2014 Stuart 16 Comments

Metabo has come out with two new drills that are built with what could become game-changing features.

New Tools

New Fein FMM 350 Q MultiMaster Oscillating Tool Review (2014)

Jul 15, 2014 Stuart 21 Comments

Fein’s new FMM 350 Q MultiMaster is the finest oscillating multi-tool we have ever used or tested.

Hand Tools

Black & Decker Telescoping Garden Tools

Jul 15, 2014 Stuart 9 Comments

What do you think about Black & Decker’s telescoping lawn & garden tools?

Cordless

New Review Casts Confusion About Makita 18V XPH07 Drill Torque Rating

Jul 14, 2014 Stuart 14 Comments

We have seen a report that Makita’s new 18V brushless hammer drill doesn’t quite deliver the extreme torque that it’s rated for.

Cordless

New Milwaukee Tools Sneak Peek, 2H 2014 Edition!

Jul 14, 2014 Stuart 27 Comments

Here’s a quick look at some of Milwaukee’s upcoming new tools. These tools will be released in late 2014 in the UK and EU, and some will likely be released in the USA as well.

Editorial

2014 Mid-Year New Tool Predictions

Jul 14, 2014 Stuart 8 Comments

Here are a few thoughts about the new tools we might see in the later part of 2014.

MM on I Thought I Needed a Hand Tapping Machine: “You can use this method to tap holes very precisely on a drill press or mill, all manually: -clamp the…”
Bonnie on I Gave Chads ToolBox Another Chance: “The timeline connects with Louis DeJoy taking over USPS and doing a bunch of “modernization”.”
Bonnie on I Thought I Needed a Hand Tapping Machine: “If it’s a traditional belt driven press I bet you could turn it manually a few times to get started…”
MM on I Thought I Needed a Hand Tapping Machine: “Anything bigger than about 1/2-inch in steel and you’ll be wanting a bigger handle. I don’t know what their capacity…”
Adam on I Gave Chads ToolBox Another Chance: “I couldn’t remember if I had CTB still bookmarked, but I knew the name sounded familiar. I guess I never…”
fred on I Thought I Needed a Hand Tapping Machine: “We did lots of refurbishment work in our fabrication shop – the yard and out in the field. Often the…”