Archives for 2017

Precision Tools

StewMac Custom Foredom Handpiece Tool Fits Dremel-Compatible Router Bases

Feb 20, 2017 Stuart 8 Comments

I found a Dremel attachment-compatible Foredom handpiece tool!

New Tools

New Craftsman Ratcheting Tap and Die Tool Set

Feb 17, 2017 Stuart 31 Comments

Craftsman has come out with a 5-piece ratcheting tap and die tool set.

New Tools

New Festool Hand Sanding Products

Feb 17, 2017 Stuart 7 Comments

Festool is coming out with new hand sanding products – sheets, rolls, sponge blocks, and pads.

Cordless

Deal of the Day: Dewalt Hammer Drill & Tool Box Bundle, 2 Fluke Meters (2/17/17)

Feb 17, 2017 Stuart 2 Comments

Here are some deals of the day – a Dewalt hammer drill and tool box combo, and 2 Fluke multimeter options.

Editorial

How Do You Control a Dust Vacuum from a Cordless Power Tool?

Feb 16, 2017 Stuart 31 Comments

How can one activate an “auto” dust extractor or vacuum with a cordless tool?

Cordless

Dewalt FlexVolt Track Saw (Coming Soon Teaser)

Feb 16, 2017 Stuart 43 Comments

Teaser: A Dewalt FlexVolt cordless track saw is coming to the USA later this year.

Cordless

New Dewalt Bluetooth-Connectable Power Tools and Add-on Modules

Feb 15, 2017 Stuart 38 Comments

Dewalt has teased about several new Bluetooth-connectable tools and tool add-ons.

Editorial

Question: Tools for a Vehicle Emergency Toolbox?

Feb 15, 2017 Benjamen 62 Comments

I need to restock my truck’s emergency toolbox. Recommendations?

Awesome & Cool

Tool… Subscription Box?

Feb 14, 2017 Stuart 32 Comments

A tool subscription box? Now that the first 3 boxes are out, let’s talk about it.

Cordless

Ryobi Brushless Cordless Belt Sander

Feb 14, 2017 Stuart 19 Comments

Ryobi has also come out with a new cordless brushless belt sander.

Cordless

Milwaukee TrapSnake Interchangeable Powered Toilet & Urinal Auger System

Feb 13, 2017 Stuart 16 Comments

Milwaukee has come out with manual and powered TrapSnake augers that are safe for use on toilets and urinals.

Cordless

Deal of the Day: Dewalt 20V Max Saw Kits (2/13/2017)

Feb 13, 2017 Stuart 8 Comments

Today’s Deal of the Day features an okay deal on Dewalt 20V Max circular saw and reciprocating saw kit bundles.

Cordless

Ridgid 18V Cordless Brushless Belt Sander

Feb 10, 2017 Stuart 40 Comments

Ridgid has come out with a new cordless brushless 18″ x 3″ belt sander.

Compressors, Air Tools, Nailers

New Ridgid 18V Cordless 1 Gallon Air Compressor

Feb 9, 2017 Benjamen 53 Comments

Ridgid just came out with a cordless brushless air compressor, which can drive up to 1200 brad nails when powered by 2x 18V 5.0Ah Li-ion battery packs.

Awesome & Cool

Gedore Wrench for Plumbing Fittings

Feb 8, 2017 Benjamen 16 Comments

This Gedore wrench looks like a bunch of different tools merged into one. It’s meant for turning finished plumbing fittings without damaging them.

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