A reader asked for help in deciding between popular 12V hammer drills. Our pick: the Milwaukee M12 2408.
Archives for 2014
Lincoln Electric Virtual Reality Welding
We had the opportunity to experience Lincoln Electric’s virtual reality welding simulator, and boy was it fun!
New Dewalt 20V Cordless Band Saw
Dewalt has come out with a new 20V Max cordless band saw, model DCX371.
Price Drop: Fluke Visual IR Thermometers
Fluke has recently slashed the prices of their VT02 and VT04 visual infrared thermometers.
Why Powerful Drills MUST Have Auxiliary Handles
We took a detailed look at why more powerful drills must come with auxiliary handles.
A Deep Offset Wrench Saved the Day!
Another one of my deep offset box end wrenches has earned its place in my toolbox.
Is Anyone Using Southwire’s new Tools?
What’s your opinion on the new Southwire tools that Lowes has stocked their electrical tools aisles with?
Mechanix Impact Pro Work Gloves Review
I just tested my new pair of Mechanix Impact Pro work gloves, and I’m not at all happy with them.
Power Tool Brands Don’t Make Their Own Batteries
Here are a few thoughts about cordless power tool battery packs.
Makita 18V LXT 5.0Ah Battery
We have seen evidence that suggests Makita is one of several brands currently working to bring a new higher capacity 18V 5.0Ah battery to market.
Which Batteries for Flashlights and Tools in Cold Weather
If you plan to use a flashlight or battery-powered device outside in the winter, you will probably want to power it with lithium batteries.
ToolGuyd 2014 Media Guide
This is a brief discussion of ToolGuyd’s 2014 advertising policies.
New Dewalt DCN692 Brushless Cordless Framing Nailer
Dewalt is coming out with a new cordless brushless framing nailer, the DCN692.
Why We Cannot Do an Exhaustive Cordless Battery Comparison
We were asked to put together a more detailed battery comparison, but unfortunately this isn’t something we will do. Here’s why.
Hot Deal: Bosch 3-Tool and (2) L-Boxx Combo Kit for $160!
Bosch’s 12V drill/driver, impact driver, radio, and double L-Boxx kit recently dropped in price to $160 from $200.
Recall: Rayovac LED Flashlights
Rayovac is in the process of recalling certain LED flashlights that could short circuit, overheat, and melt.
Bosch Compact 8″ Sliding Miter Saw CM8S
Bosch is coming out with a new super-compact 8″ sliding miter saw that’s designed for portability and high cutting capacity.
Reader Question: Is There a Tape Measure with Lifetime Guarantee?
A reader asked about tape measures that are covered under lifetime guarantees, but we don’t know of any. Do you?
Milwaukee M18 Bluetooth Radio Review
We asked the guys at Tools in Action for a quick review of Milwaukee’s new M18 jobsite radio charger.
Bosch GLM 100 C Laser Distance Measuring Tool Review
We reviewed the new Bosch Bluetooth-equipped GLM 100 C laser distance measuring tool.