Archives for 2017

Setting up a SawStop Jobsite Saw, Here’s How it Went

Mar 27, 2017 Stuart 18 Comments

I spent a few minutes setting up a SawStop jobsite table saw yesterday. Here’s how it went.

Festool CT SYS Dust Extractor (Quick Review)

Mar 24, 2017 Stuart 22 Comments

Festool’s CT SYS is a good portable dust collector with auto-mode, and if that’s something you need it’s worth the price.

Tool Reviews

Husky Portable Workbench Review

Mar 23, 2017 Stuart 38 Comments

Husky’s portable workbench is very sturdy, stable, and portable. *Thumbs up*.

Accessories

Lee Valley Hex Key Handles: Put a Bigger Grip on Your Hex Wrenches

Mar 22, 2017 Benjamen 14 Comments

These new Lee Valley hex wrench handles give your ordinary L-shaped hex keys greater grip and versatility.

Cordless

Dewalt FlexVolt 10″ and 8.5″ Sliding Miter Saws in Europe

Mar 22, 2017 Stuart 27 Comments

Dewalt does offer 10″ and 8.5″ FlexVolt sliding miter saws, they’re just not available in the USA.

New Tools

New Delta Portable Table Saw with Stand (6000 Series)

Mar 21, 2017 Stuart 21 Comments

What do you think about this new Delta portable table saw with integrated roller stand?

Cordless

Big Dewalt FlexVolt Savings – Today Only! 3/21/17

Mar 21, 2017 Stuart 31 Comments

One-day only, save big bucks on select (most) Dewalt FlexVolt tools or kits.

Screwdrivers

Wera Square #2 Screwdriver Deal

Mar 20, 2017 Stuart 23 Comments

This Wera square #2 screwdriver is on sale now, for under $4.50.

Editorial

Buying Online – When to Spend More?

Mar 20, 2017 Stuart 25 Comments

I’ve learned to value customer service, shipping competency, and pre-and post-purchase support, and will spend more to get it. Do you?

News

Stanley Black & Decker Pledges to Bring Craftsman Tool Production Back to USA

Mar 17, 2017 Stuart 93 Comments

Stanley Black & Decker has completed their purchase of the Craftsman tool brand. Here are a few important things to know.

Cordless

Hitachi 18V Brushless Band Saw

Mar 17, 2017 Stuart 4 Comments

Hitachi’s coming out with a new brushless cordless band saw that looks to fit in between competitors’ compact and deep-cutting models.

Cordless

Which Cordless Tools Will You Upgrade to in 2017?

Mar 16, 2017 Stuart 89 Comments

Which cordless tools will you be upgrading to this year?

Tool Deals

Dewalt Coupons at Acme Tool, March 2017

Mar 15, 2017 Stuart 10 Comments

We came across an OK Dewalt coupon promo, good for up to 10% off your order, depending on how much you spend.

Cordless

Milwaukee M18 Fuel Metal-Cutting Circular Saw (2782)

Mar 14, 2017 Stuart 38 Comments

Milwaukee’s coming out with a new M18 Fuel brushless metal-cutting circular saw.

DIY Projects

Dewalt LED Flashlight Heads Available via Surplus Electronics Shop

Mar 14, 2017 Stuart 39 Comments

Ooh, a bunch of Dewalt DCL040 LED flashlight heads. What shall I do with them? You can buy your own at $2.50 apiece.

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”