Archives for 2014

New Tools

Kreg DB210 Foreman Pocket Hole Machine

Jun 16, 2014 Stuart 1 Comment

Kreg has come out with a new $400 Foreman pocket hole drilling machine.

Made in USA

Williams SuperCombo Wrench Review

Jun 13, 2014 Stuart 15 Comments

We briefly tested Williams SuperCombo combination wrenches, which are high quality, USA-made, and built for strength.

Compressors, Air Tools, Nailers

New Ryobi Airstrike Cordless Finish Nailer

Jun 13, 2014 Stuart 15 Comments

Ryobi has come out with a new Airstrike cordless finish nailer that features built-in air compression technology.

Editorial

2014 Father’s Day Gift Guide

Jun 12, 2014 Stuart 6 Comments

Here are our 5 tool gift guide picks for the 2014 Father’s Day season!

New Tools

Upgrade Your Gear! ToolGuyd Giveaway: Worx Garden Gear

Jun 12, 2014 Stuart 132 Comments

We’ve partnered with Worx to give away some cool new lawn & garden tools. Enter now!

Made in USA

New Husky 52″ Tool Cabinet with LED-Lit Drawers

Jun 12, 2014 Stuart 36 Comments

Husky has come out with a new 10-drawer tool cabinet that features see-through glass drawer fronts and LED drawer illumination.

New Tools

New Hart Hand Clamp

Jun 12, 2014 Stuart 5 Comments

Hart has come out with a new clamp that sports something we haven’t seen on hand clamps before – a rope cleat.

Tool Deals

Amazon Father’s Day Tool Deals

Jun 12, 2014 Stuart 20 Comments

Here’s a rundown of all of Amazon’s Father’s Day tool promos and discounts! Reminder: Most deals expire June 15th.

Cordless

Best Cordless Drills 2014 Edition

Jun 11, 2014 Stuart 65 Comments

Looking for a new cordless drill? Here are our top 18V and 12V drill recommendations for 2014!

New Tools

Keter Trio Cantilever Organizer

Jun 11, 2014 Stuart 18 Comments

The Keter Trio is a 3-tiered cantilever organizer that can also serve as a compact toolbox.

Cordless

It’s Back: Dewalt 20V Cordless Drill Kit $99 Deal

Jun 11, 2014 Stuart 12 Comments

Dewalt’s $99 drill/driver kit is back on sale for Father’s Day.

Editorial

5 Tools You Should NOT Get Dad for Father’s Day

Jun 10, 2014 Stuart 4 Comments

Here are 5 types of tools you shouldn’t be buying Dad for Father’s Day.

Pliers

Hatch Tempest Pliers

Jun 10, 2014 Stuart 3 Comments

Hatch’s Tempest pliers are the ultimate fishing pliers and feature aluminum handles, stainless steel jaws, and dual cutting blades.

Cordless

New Makita Cordless Oscillating Multi-Tool with Tool-Free Blade Change

Jun 10, 2014 Stuart 6 Comments

Makita is coming out with a new 18V LXT oscillating multi-tool that features a tool-free blade change mechanism.

Awesome & Cool

Hazet Assistent Mobile Toolbox

Jun 9, 2014 Stuart 25 Comments

Hazet’s Assistent mobile toolbox and workcenter is a great addition to any garage or workshop, but its high price will sting you.

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Brian on How and Where I Donate Tools: “For me, this is a sobering post. I’ve been saving excess serviceable hand tools for a few years now, storing…”
Al-another-Al on I ordered Loctite and it Arrived Leaking: “McMaster will-call is a 15 minute drive for me. They pack the orders into shipping boxes and leave them on…”
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…”
TonyT on I Need to Pick a Cordless Power Tool Brand: “Ryobi 18V for the wide range of tools including pretty weird stuff plus great sales at DTO. Bosch 12V for…”
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…”