Archives for 2014

Craftsman 40V Cordless Lawn Mower Review

Jun 6, 2014 Clayton M 27 Comments

We reviewed Craftsman’s new 40V battery-powered push lawn mower. It can mow and mulch, and runs off of (2) Li-ion batteries sequentially.

Electrical Tools

Williams Mini Wire Cutters

Jun 6, 2014 Stuart 10 Comments

We came across a cute USA-made mini cutter from Williams that can handle copper and aluminum wires up to 8 AWG thick.

Made in USA

Tekton USA-Made Pliers Review

Jun 6, 2014 Stuart 12 Comments

Tekton has come out with some nice new USA-made pliers.

New Tools

New Williams Scaffold Ratchet and Snap-on Transformer Access Tool

Jun 5, 2014 Stuart 9 Comments

Snap-on and Williams have come out with a new transformer installation tool and a new scaffold ratchet.

ToolGuyd Giveaways

Upgrade Your Gear! ToolGuyd Giveaway: RAZOR-BACK Professional Tools

Jun 5, 2014 Stuart 76 Comments

We’re giving away some sweet new RAZOR-BACK tools! Do you want a new shovel? How about a rake? Enter to win!

Electrical Tools

Tekton “Everybit” Electronics Tool Kit

Jun 5, 2014 Stuart 6 Comments

Tekton’s Everybit tool kit is an inexpensive set that comes with all the tools you need to open up common electronic devices such as laptops and smartphones.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Skil Speed Slide Wrench

Jun 5, 2014 Stuart 15 Comments

Skil’s new Speed Slide adjustable wrench is quick to adjust and easy to stash away in a pocket or tool bag.

Mechanics' Tools

Gearwrench X-Beam Zero-Offset Ratcheting Wrench Review

Jun 4, 2014 Stuart 10 Comments

Here’s a quick review of Gearwrench’s X-Beam ratcheting wrench, a wrench style that I just don’t find useful.

DIY & Home

Raven MPV7100 Mower + Ridable Generator

Jun 4, 2014 Stuart 78 Comments

There’s a new Raven hybrid ridable mower and generator coming out, the MPV7100.

Oscillating Tools

Fein MultiMaster Oscillating Tool is STILL on Sale for $78.44!!

Jun 4, 2014 Stuart 28 Comments

You can still snag the Fein MultiMaster for less than $80!

Saws

Deal of the Day: Dremel Moto-Saw for $55

Jun 4, 2014 Stuart 3 Comments

The Dremel Moto-Saw is on sale for just $55, today (6/4/14) only!

Workholding & Vises

Wilton Super-Junior Clamp-On Vise

Jun 3, 2014 Stuart 11 Comments

The Wilton clamp-on Super-Junior vise looks to be a nice benchtop vise that can be repositioned, moved, or stored away with ease.

Accessories

Father’s Day Deal: Milwaukee M12 Radio with Free Cordless Screwdriver

Jun 3, 2014 Stuart 5 Comments

There’s a new special Milwaukee M12 promo combo kit that includes a jobsite radio, free cordless screwdriver, and single Li-ion battery, for just $99.

Oscillating Tools

OMT Metal Blade Testing Part 4: Final Test Setup

Jun 2, 2014 Stuart 12 Comments

We tested and compared 3 popular brands’ oscillating multi-tool metal-cutting blades. Here’s what the final setup looked like.

Made in USA

Bondhus Ball Head Square Screwdrivers

Jun 2, 2014 Stuart 5 Comments

Did you know that there’s such a thing as ball-tipped square/Robertson screwdrivers?

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