Archives for 2017

Cordless

Where are the Next-Generation Brushless Jig Saws for Woodworking?

Apr 10, 2017 Stuart 51 Comments

Sorry, we haven’t heard anything about a new premium brushless jig saw. Is there strong demand for such a tool?

Editorial

Using a Woodworking Circular Saw to Cut Metal?

Apr 7, 2017 Stuart 42 Comments

Why not use a woodworking circular saw in place of a metal-cutting circular saw to cut metal?

Layout & Measuring

New Woodpeckers Stainless Steel and Aluminum Squares (One Time Tool)

Apr 7, 2017 Benjamen 36 Comments

Woodpeckers has come out with a new “One Time Tool” square that features an aluminum handle and stainless steel blade that can be user-recalibrated.

Cordless

Dewalt Updated their 20V Max Cordless Circular Saw

Apr 6, 2017 Stuart 21 Comments

A reader discovered that Dewalt has improved the performance of their 20V Max circular saw’s performance.

Editorial

Milwaukee USA Factory Tour: How a Typical Sawzall Blade is Made

Apr 5, 2017 Benjamen 30 Comments

Have you ever wondered how a standard (non-carbide-tipped) Sawzall blade is made? Here is an inside look.

Cordless

Deal of the Day: Milwaukee M18 5-Tool Cordless Combo Kit (4/4/2017)

Apr 4, 2017 Stuart 8 Comments

Today only, get this Milwaukee M18 5-tool cordless power tool combo kit for $299.

Cordless

Ryobi 18V or Corded Hybrid LED Cable Light (Hands-On)

Apr 3, 2017 Stuart 27 Comments

Ryobi came out with a unique hybrid-powered LED Cable Light worklight with 3 lamp heads.

Made in USA

Deal of the Day: Pelican Coolers (4/3/2017)

Apr 3, 2017 Stuart 27 Comments

Select USA-made Pelican coolers are on sale, today only.

Cordless

Reader Questions: 12V vs. 18V/20V Max Cordless Power Tools

Mar 31, 2017 Stuart 71 Comments

A reader plans to open a little farm and wants some advice before he buys some cordless power tools.

Grinders & Sanders

Deal of the Day: Dewalt Polisher Kit (3/30/17)

Mar 30, 2017 Stuart 16 Comments

Here’s a good-looking deal on a Dewalt polisher kit.

Knives

Milwaukee Slide-Out Utility Knife (Quick Review)

Mar 29, 2017 Stuart 10 Comments

I love Milwaukee’s slide-out utility knife!

New Tools

New Ryobi Biscuit Joiner

Mar 29, 2017 Stuart 26 Comments

Ryobi came out with a new AC-powered biscuit joiner.

Cordless

Ryobi 18V 9.0Ah Battery on the Way?

Mar 28, 2017 Stuart 34 Comments

It looks like a new high capacity Ryobi 18V One+ battery pack is on the way.

Storage & Organization

Deal of the Day: Garage Storage Products (3/28/17)

Mar 28, 2017 Stuart 7 Comments

Today’s deal of the day features a slew of garage organizational products.

New Tools

Wolverine Jetstream Work Shoes – First Weekend Review

Mar 27, 2017 Stuart 13 Comments

Despite one sore spot, my first impression of Wolverine’s Jetstream boots has been exceptionally positive.

blocky on New Craftsman Tool Cart at Lowe’s, and it’s PURPLE: “The fact that this is to be bolt-assembled by the end user implies modularity. Wouldn’t this be a compelling system…”
Nathan on New Craftsman Tool Cart at Lowe’s, and it’s PURPLE: “Like said mechanics carts see them in hangars and shops. The bottom area is often for chemicals or parts. And…”
Stuart on Unboxing a New Beta Tool Cabinet: “The plastic is holding up pretty well, at least as well as the diamond plate-covered engineered wood of my old…”
RS on Unboxing a New Beta Tool Cabinet: “Stuart, what do you think of your Beta cabinet?How’s the ABS long term, particularly on the top edges? Curious what…”
frobo on New Craftsman Tool Cart at Lowe’s, and it’s PURPLE: “That makes sense. Maybe the manufacturers of these carts are missing an opportunity by not offering an add-on drawer kit…”
Jason on New Craftsman Tool Cart at Lowe’s, and it’s PURPLE: “Just in time for Halloween? Could see some Vikings fans wanting it in their garage I guess”